Pressure Washing in QLD & NSW

Professional pressure washing to blast grime, mould, and algae from driveways, house exteriors, patios, and fences across QLD.

Typical price range

$250–$1,500

Median job: $550

Queensland's subtropical climate is hard on homes. The combination of humidity, summer storms, and year-round warmth creates ideal conditions for mould, algae, lichen, and organic staining to build up on every exterior surface: driveways, rendered walls, Besser block fences, timber decks, and rooftiles included. A professional pressure wash doesn't just make your home look better; it removes biological growth that actively degrades surfaces and can pose slip hazards on wet paths and driveways.

Most QLD homes benefit from a thorough pressure wash every 12–18 months, with the sweet spot being September–November before the wet season kicks in. After a summer of thunderstorms and organic matter falling from trees, there's often a secondary round needed in March–April. The growth you see on your concrete (that black staining and green slick) isn't just dirt. It's biological contamination that, if left, etches into porous surfaces and becomes increasingly difficult to remove.

Professional operators use commercial-grade machines (typically 3,000–5,000 PSI) alongside appropriate downstream chemicals to lift staining without sandblasting your render or blowing mortar from between pavers. They also know when not to pressure wash: some surfaces like painted weatherboards require a softer low-pressure approach with appropriate detergents. Getting this wrong can void paint warranties and cause surface damage that costs far more than the original clean.

What’s typically included

  • Full house exterior wash (walls, eaves, window surrounds)
  • Driveway and pathways pressure clean
  • Patio, entertaining area, or deck clean
  • Mould and algae treatment with appropriate chemicals
  • Rinsing and surface neutralisation
  • Spot treatment of heavily stained areas

What’s typically excluded

  • Roof cleaning (separate quote required, different equipment and access)
  • Interior cleaning of any kind
  • High-pressure cleaning of painted weatherboards without prior agreement
  • Repairs to surfaces damaged by existing staining or weather
  • Chemical treatment of drains without prior council approval

Queensland licensing & regulations

Licensing body: None

Insurance: $20M public liability recommended

Frequently asked questions

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