Pressure washing costs $0.15–$0.75 per square foot. A standard driveway (1,000 sq ft) runs $150–$400, and a single-story home exterior costs $200–$600. Prices vary by location, accessibility, and dirt severity.
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Driveway (1,000 sq ft) | $150 – $400 |
| House (1,500 sq ft) | $200 – $600 |
| Deck (500 sq ft) | $75 – $250 |
| Additional Services (gutter cleaning) | $50 – $150 |
Pricing by Surface Type
Concrete driveways average $0.25–$0.50/sq ft, while wooden decks require softer washing at $0.50–$1.00/sq ft. House siding (vinyl or brick) is $0.15–$0.40/sq ft. A 2,000 sq ft home often costs $250–$500.
Factors That Affect Cost
Heavy mold or grease stains increase time and may add $50–$150. Multi-story homes require taller ladders and specialized equipment, adding $75–$200. Travel fees of $25–$75 apply outside a 10-mile radius.
DIY vs Professional Cost Comparison
Renting a pressure washer from a home store costs $40–$100 per day. Buying a quality unit is $300–$600. Professionals finish faster and include cleaning solutions, often saving time and avoiding damage.
What moves the price in Bangor, Maine
Square footage, surface type, and local labor rates set the price. Local quotes reflect the items below, so two providers can quote different totals for the same described job without either being wrong.
- Local labour rates and licensing requirements for the trade or professional involved
- Permits, inspections and disposal fees set by the local authority
- Travel and call-out charges for the distance from the nearest provider
- Season and demand peaks, which move both the price and the wait
- Materials, parts or inputs, and how their grade or availability changes the total
- Whether the work is a repair, a partial job or a full replacement
How to compare pressure washing quotes in Bangor, Maine
Write the scope down first, then send the same description to at least three local providers. Compare the quotes line by line against that scope rather than by the headline total.
- Agree the scope: exactly what is being repaired, replaced or supplied, and how far the work extends.
- List the inclusions: labour, materials, permits, inspection fees, disposal and clean-up, each stated separately.
- Ask what is excluded, and what would trigger an extra charge once the work starts.
- Check timing: how soon work can start, how long it takes, and whether out-of-hours rates apply.
- Confirm terms: deposit, payment schedule, warranty on parts and labour, and how changes are priced.
A lower total that leaves out permits, disposal or a necessary second stage is not cheaper once those items are added back. Ask each provider in writing what would change the price.
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