Pressure washing job price calculator
Enter your own rates (defaults sit at the low end of published cost-guide ranges). The calculator prices each surface, applies a soil factor and your minimum charge, and shows what the job pays per hour.
Estimates for planning and quoting. Benchmarks are national cost-guide ranges (Fixr, HomeAdvisor) and vary by market. Set your own rates.
Turn this into a customer-ready quote
Get a print / save-as-PDF version of these numbers plus our editable estimate template to hand the customer.
How the calculator works
Each surface is priced as area x your rate. The house line is multiplied by a story factor (1.0 / 1.15 / 1.35 - change your rate if you price height differently). Everything is multiplied by a soil factor (0.9 light, 1.0 normal, 1.25 heavy), then compared with your minimum charge - the higher number is the price. Hourly yield = (price - chemicals and fuel) / crew hours. If that number is below what you need to cover truck, insurance and your wage, raise rates or the minimum rather than working faster.
Published benchmarks
| Surface | Published range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| House wash (per sq ft) | $0.30-$0.80 | Fixr (2025) |
| Pressure washing, general (per sq ft) | $0.10-$0.50 | HomeAdvisor (Jun 2026) |
| Driveway (per sq ft) | $0.30-$0.55 | HomeAdvisor (Jun 2026) |
| Roof soft wash (per sq ft) | $0.30-$0.75 | Fixr (2025) |
| Deck or patio (per job) | $100-$200 | HomeAdvisor (Jun 2026) |
| Fence (per job) | $150-$300 | HomeAdvisor (Jun 2026) |
| Hourly, per crew member | $50-$100 | HomeAdvisor (Jun 2026) |
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Frequently asked questions
How much should I charge per square foot for pressure washing?
Published guides range from $0.10-$0.50 (HomeAdvisor) to $0.30-$0.80 (Fixr) per sq ft for house washing; driveways run $0.30-$0.55. Price above your cost floor, with a minimum charge.
What minimum charge should I use?
Enough that the smallest job still covers drive time, setup and chemicals at your target hourly rate. Test yours in the calculator by entering a tiny job.
Can I give the result to a customer?
Yes - use the form under the result to print it or save it as a PDF, and download the editable estimate template to present it.
Sources
- Fixr - Cost to pressure wash a house (updated Jan 31, 2025) (accessed 2026-09-23)
- HomeAdvisor - How much does pressure washing cost (updated Jun 17, 2026) (accessed 2026-09-23)
- HomeAdvisor - Cost to pressure wash a driveway (updated Jun 20, 2026) (accessed 2026-09-23)
- Fixr - Roof cleaning cost (updated Jan 31, 2025) (accessed 2026-09-23)