How Much Does Pressure Washing Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Pressure Washing Include?
Pressure washing cleans driveways, siding, decks, patios, and fences using high-pressure water. It removes dirt, mold, mildew, and stains to restore surfaces.
The national average cost for pressure washing is $280 per project. Most homeowners pay between $150 and $500, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Surface
Driveway: $100-$300. House exterior: $200-$500. Deck: $100-$250. Fence: $100-$300
Size
Most jobs are priced per square foot at $0.15-$0.50/sq ft
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Area to be cleaned
- ✓Surface type
- ✓Level of grime
- ✓Accessibility
- ✓Additional treatments
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Bundle multiple areas for a volume discount
- 2.Rent a pressure washer for DIY ($50-$100/day) if you're comfortable using one
- 3.Schedule in spring for the best availability
Pressure Washing Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $123 | $230 | $410 |
| Alaska | $192 | $358 | $640 |
| Arizona | $143 | $266 | $475 |
| Arkansas | $120 | $224 | $400 |
| California | $203 | $378 | $675 |
| Colorado | $162 | $302 | $540 |
| Connecticut | $183 | $342 | $610 |
| Delaware | $158 | $294 | $525 |
| Florida | $147 | $274 | $490 |
| Georgia | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| Hawaii | $213 | $398 | $710 |
| Idaho | $138 | $258 | $460 |
| Illinois | $158 | $294 | $525 |
| Indiana | $132 | $246 | $440 |
| Iowa | $129 | $241 | $430 |
| Kansas | $128 | $238 | $425 |
| Kentucky | $126 | $235 | $420 |
| Louisiana | $131 | $244 | $435 |
| Maine | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| Maryland | $173 | $322 | $575 |
| Massachusetts | $195 | $364 | $650 |
| Michigan | $138 | $258 | $460 |
| Minnesota | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| Mississippi | $117 | $218 | $390 |
| Missouri | $131 | $244 | $435 |
| Montana | $143 | $266 | $475 |
| Nebraska | $132 | $246 | $440 |
| Nevada | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| New Hampshire | $168 | $314 | $560 |
| New Jersey | $188 | $350 | $625 |
| New Mexico | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| New York | $198 | $370 | $660 |
| North Carolina | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| North Dakota | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| Ohio | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| Oklahoma | $125 | $232 | $415 |
| Oregon | $165 | $308 | $550 |
| Pennsylvania | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| Rhode Island | $173 | $322 | $575 |
| South Carolina | $131 | $244 | $435 |
| South Dakota | $128 | $238 | $425 |
| Tennessee | $129 | $241 | $430 |
| Texas | $140 | $260 | $465 |
| Utah | $143 | $266 | $475 |
| Vermont | $162 | $302 | $540 |
| Virginia | $158 | $294 | $525 |
| Washington | $173 | $322 | $575 |
| West Virginia | $120 | $224 | $400 |
| Wisconsin | $141 | $263 | $470 |
| Wyoming | $138 | $258 | $460 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can pressure washing damage surfaces?
Yes, if done incorrectly. Too much pressure can damage wood, strip paint, and etch concrete. Soft washing is better for delicate surfaces.