A typical two-car driveway has a local planning range of $175–$350; a three-car driveway is around $275–$550. House soft washing is a different service, with planning ranges of $275–$475 for one story and $425–$750 for two. These are local market ranges, not binding Cascade Armor quotes.
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| Project | Typical local planning range |
|---|---|
| Two-car driveway | $175–$350 |
| Three-car driveway | $275–$550 |
| One-story house soft wash | $275–$475 |
| Two-story house soft wash | $425–$750 |
Name the surface before comparing prices.
“Pressure washing” is often used to describe any exterior cleaning. In practice, a concrete driveway and house siding call for different methods. A useful quote identifies what will be cleaned, the material, and the intended result. That way you can compare similar work rather than a driveway price with a complete exterior package.
List patios, steps, walkways, and retaining walls separately if you want them included. Do not assume a quote for the driveway extends around the entire house. Photos that show the boundaries of each area can help avoid misunderstandings. A quick sketch or approximate dimensions from the ground may also be useful.
Size affects the work, but condition changes it.
A larger area normally takes more cleaning, yet heavy buildup, edges, obstacles, or limited access can change the job. An open rectangular drive differs from several small courtyards connected by narrow passages. Existing repairs or coatings may require a different approach. Tell us about those details rather than assume square footage tells the whole story.
If you do not know the exact area, begin with the number of cars the driveway holds and a wide photograph. We can discuss whether measurements or a site visit are needed. Avoid walking onto a roof or other elevated surface for the sake of a quote; those areas should be assessed through an appropriate process.
Grime, oil, and rust should not share one promise.
Organic buildup and surface dirt are different from stains absorbed into concrete. Oil, rust, paint, and tire marks may need separate treatment, and some marks can remain. A contractor should explain those limits rather than promise every stain disappears at the standard cleaning price. Point out the marks that matter most to you.
Good photographs help identify the question, but they do not guarantee the result. A quote may include a standard wash and offer targeted stain treatment separately. Ask what will happen if the stain improves but does not fully disappear. The answer should be clear before work starts, especially if appearance is your main reason for booking.
The finish changes the method.
Plain concrete, stamped concrete, exposed aggregate, and pavers have different characteristics. A sealer or paint layer can change which cleaning approach is suitable. Paver joint material also needs consideration. Tell the contractor about any coating or recent installation, and share manufacturer or installer guidance if you have it.
Cleaning is not the same as re-sanding, sealing, resurfacing, or repairing. If you plan to apply a finish afterward, coordinate preparation and drying requirements with that product or contractor. A wash can be one part of a larger project without being a substitute for every other preparation step.
Prepare the area, not just the payment.
Ask which vehicles, furniture, mats, and loose items should be moved. Discuss water access and any locked gates. Let the contractor know where runoff collects and which entrances must stay usable. Pets and children should remain outside the active work area. These practical details help the agreed scope proceed without avoidable delays.
If there are fragile ornaments, damaged surfaces, outdoor electrical equipment, or plants near the cleaning area, point them out in advance. A quote should allow for known site conditions. Discovering major access problems only when work begins can force a change of scope or schedule.
Ask for the final scope in writing.
The quote should identify surfaces, inclusions, exclusions, price, and any preparation you need to handle. Combining a driveway, patio, and walkway can make planning simpler, but no bundle discount should be assumed until confirmed. Review any guarantee carefully and distinguish a promise to perform the work from a promise that an old surface will look newly installed.
Use the planning ranges to begin the conversation, then make your decision using the actual proposal for your property. The right question is not only “how much per square foot?” It is also whether the work, method, and expected result match the home you have and the areas you want cleaned.
Before you request a quote
- List each surface and its material.
- Identify old coatings, repairs, and deep stains.
- Clarify water access and moveable items.
- Confirm cleaning, treatment, sealing, and repairs as separate scopes.