How much does pressure washing cost in Melbourne?

Driveway cleaning typically ranges $180–$350 depending on size and stain level. Full house soft-washes start around $450 for a single-storey home. We give fixed prices upfront. Call 0405 337 051 for a free quote.

Will pressure washing damage my render or paintwork?

Not when done correctly. We use low-pressure soft washing on rendered and painted surfaces — typically below 500 PSI with a biodegradable detergent. High pressure is reserved for concrete and pavers only.

Can you remove oil and rust stains from concrete?

Yes. We use commercial-grade degreasers for oil and a phosphoric-acid treatment for rust before pressure cleaning. Most stains lift completely; heavily-soaked oil stains may leave a faint shadow.

Do I need to be home during the clean?

No. As long as we have access to outside taps and the areas to be cleaned, you don't need to be home. We send before/after photos and an invoice once complete.

How often should I pressure clean my driveway?

Most Melbourne driveways benefit from an annual clean — typically in spring. Shaded or north-facing concrete that grows moss may need cleaning every 6 months.

Pressure Washing

From oil-stained driveways to grimy weatherboards and mossy roofs, we restore Melbourne homes to like-new condition. We match the right pressure and detergent to each surface — high-pressure on concrete, soft-wash on render and paint — so you get a deep clean without damage.

We provide pressure washing services across Melbourne and regional Victoria, including the Macedon Ranges, Bendigo region, and Northern Corridor.

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Our Pressure Washing Services

Driveway & Path Cleaning

Restore concrete, paved and exposed-aggregate driveways. Removes oil stains, moss, tyre marks and ground-in dirt.

House Wash (Soft Wash)

Low-pressure soft wash for weatherboard, render, brick and Colorbond. Removes cobwebs, mould and grime without damaging paint.

Deck & Timber Cleaning

Gentle pressure clean of timber decks, fences and pergolas. Strips grey weathered fibres to prep for staining or oiling.

Roof Cleaning

Moss, lichen and black-streak removal from tile and Colorbond roofs. Includes biocide treatment to slow regrowth.

Pool Surround & Patio

Pre-summer clean of pool coping, paving and outdoor entertaining areas. Slip-safe results without damaging grout.

Pre-Paint Preparation

High-pressure prep of exterior surfaces before painting — removes chalking, flaking paint and contaminants for better adhesion.

What Pressure Washing Actually Involves

Pressure washing covers a lot of ground, from a straightforward concrete driveway clean to a careful soft wash of painted weatherboard that would strip paint if hit with the wrong nozzle. We choose PSI, nozzle angle and standoff distance based on the surface, not a single default setting, because bluestone pavers and old render need very different treatment.

Around Melbourne's bayside suburbs salt air accelerates grime and mould growth on render and paint, while inland properties near bushland deal more with green algae on shaded concrete and roof tiles. Both need surface-specific detergent pre-treatment before any water hits them, otherwise you're just pushing dirt around rather than lifting it off.

Pre-paint prep work is a big part of what we do, since a painter working over unwashed render will trap dust, mould spores and chalking paint under the new coat. We wash to a standard that gives the primer something clean and sound to bond to, then allow proper drying time before any coating goes on.

Common Problems We See

Black mould and algae on shaded render

South-facing walls and fence lines that don't get direct sun develop black mould streaking, which regular rain never removes and which will bleed through fresh paint if not treated before washing.

Oil and rubber staining on driveways

Concrete and paved driveways build up oil drips, tyre marks and general grime over years, requiring degreaser pre-treatment before high pressure will lift the stain rather than just spreading it.

Salt and grime film on bayside render

Properties near the coast get a fine salt film mixed with airborne grime that dulls render colour and accelerates paint failure if it's never washed off.

Green slime on shaded decking and pavers

Timber decks and paved areas under trees develop a slippery algae layer that's a genuine slip hazard, needing a soft wash approach on timber to avoid splintering the surface.

Chalking paint mistaken for dirt

Old acrylic paint that has chalked with UV exposure looks dirty but will keep coming off as powder no matter how much it's washed, which is a sign the surface needs repainting, not just cleaning.

Signs You Need Pressure Washing

Render or paintwork looks grey and dull compared to how it looked when new.
Black streaking is visible below window sills or in shaded corners of the house.
The driveway or path feels slippery underfoot in damp weather.
Rubbing a hand along external paintwork leaves a chalky white residue on your palm.
Moss or algae is visible in the grout lines between pavers.
A painter has flagged that the surface needs washing before they'll quote the job.

Not sure what you're looking at? Send us a photo through the contact page and we'll tell you honestly whether it needs attention now or can wait.

Repair or Replace?

Repair usually makes sense when

• Concrete or pavers are structurally sound but discoloured with surface grime
• Render is intact and just needs a soft wash before repainting
• Timber decking is solid but greyed and covered in surface mould
• Roof tiles are sound but coated in lichen or moss buildup

Replacement is the better spend when

• Pavers are cracked or badly settled, no amount of washing will fix uneven ground
• Render underneath the grime is already blown or cracked and needs patching, not just cleaning
• Decking timber is soft or rotten under the surface algae
• Roof tiles are spalling or cracked, in which case washing risks pushing damage further

Pressure washing restores a surface, it doesn't fix an underlying structural problem. If a driveway is cracked from tree root movement in Melbourne's reactive clay soils, washing it will look great for a week before dirt settles back into the cracks. We flag any structural issues found during the wash rather than just cleaning over the top of them.

Our Inspection Process

1
Surface material assessment
We identify whether we're dealing with concrete, render, timber, tile or pavers, since each dictates a different pressure setting, nozzle type and detergent.
2
Stain and growth identification
Oil, rust, mould, algae and chalking paint all respond to different pre-treatments, so we identify what's actually on the surface before selecting a cleaning agent.
3
Test patch on delicate surfaces
On old render, painted weatherboard or soft sandstone, we run a test patch in an inconspicuous area first to confirm pressure won't strip paint or erode the surface.
4
Drainage and runoff planning
We check where wash water and detergent runoff will go, keeping it away from garden beds, stormwater drains and neighbouring properties as required.

Materials & Products We Use

Sodium hypochlorite based mould treatments

Applied to render and fencing affected by black mould before washing, breaking down mould spores at the root rather than just blasting the visible surface stain away.

Biodegradable driveway degreasers

Used on oil and tyre marks on concrete driveways, left to dwell before pressure washing so the stain lifts rather than smears further into the surface.

Soft wash low-pressure nozzles

Wide-angle, low-pressure tips used on painted weatherboard, render and Colorbond to clean effectively without stripping paint or denting soft cladding.

Rotary surface cleaner attachments

Used on large flat areas like driveways and paths for even coverage and to avoid the streaking that a single jet nozzle can leave on concrete.

Timber-safe deck cleaning solutions

Oxygen-based cleaners suited to decking timber that lift algae and grey weathering without raising the grain the way straight high pressure alone would.

Expected Timeframes

Typical pressure washing job durations
Job	Typical duration
Standard driveway or path clean	Half a day
Soft wash of render or painted weatherboard, whole house	1 day
Deck clean and prep for oiling	Half a day
Pre-paint full exterior wash	1 day
Roof tile wash	1 day
Pool surround and paved area clean	Half a day

Weather, access and drying times shift these figures — we confirm a realistic schedule before we book you in.

What Affects the Cost

Surface area to be cleaned

A single driveway takes far less time than a full house exterior wash including render, eaves and paths.

Type and severity of staining

Heavy oil staining or years of built-up mould need more pre-treatment dwell time than a straightforward seasonal dirt wash.

Surface material and fragility

Soft old render or timber decking needs slower, lower-pressure work compared with solid concrete, which affects how long the job takes.

Access and water source

Sites without an accessible tap or with restricted vehicle access for equipment can add setup time to the job.

Pre-paint preparation requirements

Washing ahead of a paint job often needs a higher standard of cleaning and follow-up drying time compared with a general tidy-up wash.

Runoff and drainage management

Sites near garden beds, waterways or stormwater drains may need containment measures that add time to the job.

Every job is quoted after we've seen it. We itemise labour and materials so you can see exactly what you're paying for.

Before & After

Typical starting conditions on Melbourne properties, and what the finished work looks like.

Before

Concrete driveway dulled by years of oil drips, tyre marks and general grime, especially near the garage entrance.

After

Driveway degreased and pressure washed back to a consistent, even concrete finish with stains lifted rather than smeared.

Before

Painted weatherboard exterior with black mould streaking under window sills and along the shaded south wall.

After

Weatherboard soft washed with mould treatment applied first, leaving a clean, even surface ready for repainting.

Before

Timber deck greyed with algae and slippery underfoot in the mornings, especially in the shaded corner near the fence.

After

Deck cleaned with a timber-safe solution, grain intact and surface no longer slippery, ready for oiling or sealing.

Keeping It That Way

Wash bayside render annually to stop salt film building up and accelerating paint failure.
Treat mould with a proper fungicidal wash rather than bleach alone, which often only lightens the stain temporarily.
Keep gutters clean so overflow doesn't constantly wet one section of wall and encourage repeat mould growth.
Reseal pavers and decking after washing if they've previously been sealed, since washing strips old sealant along with the dirt.
Address driveway oil stains as soon as they happen, since fresh stains lift far more easily than stains left to set for years.

Work That Pairs With This

Painting

A proper wash is the standard first step before repainting render or weatherboard, so these two jobs are commonly booked together.

Gutter Cleaning

Overflowing gutters are often the cause of the mould staining that a pressure wash is called in to fix.

General Maintenance

Structural issues like cracked pavers or blown render found during washing are typically referred through to a maintenance visit.

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