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Pressure washing is priced by the square foot — roughly $0.10–$0.60/sq ft depending on the surface — with most residential jobs landing between $150 and $450. Pick a service, enter the area, and get an instant ballpark using real 2026 market rates.
Wall area, not floor area
Estimated price range
$300 – $800
Typical quote around $550
Estimate only, based on typical US market rates. Your costs, drive time, water access, and local competition set your real number.
How pressure washing pricing works
Price by the square foot
Per-sq-ft rates keep quotes consistent across techs and jobs. Set a rate per surface, multiply by area, and you have a defensible number in seconds.
Protect small jobs with a minimum
A $100–$200 minimum keeps drive time, setup, water, and chemicals from eating your margin on a tiny driveway or a single deck.
Adjust for condition & access
Heavy algae, stains, height, and tough water access justify a 20–50% bump. Don’t leave that money on the table — bake it into the quote.
| Service | Typical rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| House wash (soft wash) | $0.15 – $0.40 / sq ft | Wall area; 2,000 sq ft home ≈ $300–$600 |
| Driveway / concrete | $0.15 – $0.30 / sq ft | Most driveways $100–$250 |
| Wood deck / fence | $0.30 – $0.60 / sq ft | Wood-safe wash; sealing is extra |
| Paver / stone patio | $0.20 – $0.45 / sq ft | Re-sanding/sealing as separate lines |
| Roof (soft wash) | $0.30 – $0.60 / sq ft | Roof footprint; min ~$250 |
| Commercial flatwork | $0.10 – $0.20 / sq ft | Volume lots, sidewalks, drive-thrus |
Rates are typical US market ranges for 2026 and are estimates, not quotes. Your costs and local market set your real numbers.
Pressure washing pricing FAQ
How much does pressure washing cost?
Most pressure washing is priced by the square foot, from about $0.10/sq ft for commercial flatwork up to $0.60/sq ft for soft-washing a roof or cleaning wood. Typical residential jobs land between $150 and $450, with a minimum service fee of $100–$200 to cover drive time, setup, water, and chemicals.
How should I charge for pressure washing — per square foot or flat rate?
Use per-square-foot rates to estimate quickly and stay consistent, then apply a minimum service fee so small jobs still cover your costs. Many pros quote a flat price to the customer that's calculated from a per-sq-ft rate card behind the scenes.
How much should I charge to pressure wash a house?
House washing is usually a soft wash of the siding, priced on wall area at roughly $0.15–$0.40 per square foot. A typical 2,000 sq ft two-story home runs about $300–$600 depending on condition, height, and access.
Why do pressure washing quotes vary so much?
Surface type, how dirty it is, height and access, water availability, and local competition all move the number. A heavily soiled or algae-covered surface can add 20–50% over a routine maintenance wash.
What is a typical minimum charge for a pressure washing job?
Most companies set a minimum of $100–$200. Below that, drive time, equipment setup, water, and cleaning solution eat the profit on the job.
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