Will cleaning my brick paver walk wash the sand out of the joints?

Some loss happens on any paver cleaning, but we clean pavers at far lower pressure than concrete specifically to minimize it. If the joints are already low before we start, we will tell you, because at that point re-sanding matters more than the cleaning does.

There is moss growing between my pavers. Does that come out?

Yes. Moss in the joints is treated and removed as part of the cleaning. Once it is gone the joints are usually visibly low, which is the point at which re-sanding and sealing is worth doing.

My paver entry is slippery in the rain. Will cleaning fix that?

It is the fix. The slipperiness is an algae film that forms on shaded pavers, and it clears completely with proper treatment. On entry walks and steps this is the main safety reason to have the work done.

Should I have the pavers sealed afterward?

Often worth it, particularly if the joints need re-sanding anyway. Re-sanding plus a joint-stabilizing sealer keeps the sand in place and slows the growth coming back. See our paver sealing page for how that works.

Patio & Walkway Cleaning Montgomery | Brick Paver And Stone Washing

Brick Paver And Hardscape Cleaning For Montgomery

Brick paver walks are part of Montgomery's identity. Miles of them run through the town, and that pattern carries onto private property as paver entries, front walks, side paths, and patios. It is the defining hardscape here, and it is also the surface most commonly damaged by well-intentioned cleaning.

The mistake is treating pavers like concrete. A pressure setting that cleans a driveway blows the joint sand straight out from between the bricks. The walk looks spectacular for a season, then the stones start to rock, edges creep, weeds root in the open joints, and what was a cleaning job becomes a re-laying job. Pavers get cleaned at much lower pressure, deliberately.

Shade drives the growth. Under Montgomery's canopy, paver walks hold an algae film that is slick when wet, and moss establishes in the joints and along shaded edges. On an entry walk or a set of steps, that stops being cosmetic and starts being a genuine hazard, which is the most common reason homeowners here call about it.

Why Montgomery Homeowners Clean Their Hardscape

Pavers Cleaned Without Losing The Joints

Low-pressure cleaning lifts algae and grime while leaving the joint sand in place, so the walk stays stable after it looks good.
Removes A Real Slip Hazard

Algae film on a shaded paver entry or set of steps is genuinely slippery when wet, and it builds so gradually most people stop noticing.
Clears Moss From The Joints

Moss establishes in paver joints under heavy shade. Removing it is the first step before any re-sanding or sealing is worth doing.
Restores The Streetscape Look

In a town built around its walkways and Heritage District character, clean paver work changes how the whole front of a property reads.

Our Montgomery Patio And Walkway Cleaning Process

Step 1

Assess Surface And Joint Depth

We check whether the joints are still full or already washed down, because that determines both the pressure we use and what we recommend afterward.

Step 2

Clear And Pre-Treat

Furniture and planters come off, weeds are pulled, and algae, moss, and organic staining are pre-treated so they release without force.

Step 3

Clean At Paver-Safe Pressure

The surface is cleaned at a pressure that lifts the growth while protecting the joint material between the stones.

Step 4

Rinse, Detail, And Advise

Edges and steps are detailed, everything is rinsed down, and we tell you honestly whether the joints now need re-sanding.

Patio & Walkway Cleaning FAQs

Will cleaning my brick paver walk wash the sand out of the joints?

Some loss happens on any paver cleaning, but we clean pavers at far lower pressure than concrete specifically to minimize it. If the joints are already low before we start, we will tell you, because at that point re-sanding matters more than the cleaning does.
There is moss growing between my pavers. Does that come out?

Yes. Moss in the joints is treated and removed as part of the cleaning. Once it is gone the joints are usually visibly low, which is the point at which re-sanding and sealing is worth doing.
My paver entry is slippery in the rain. Will cleaning fix that?

It is the fix. The slipperiness is an algae film that forms on shaded pavers, and it clears completely with proper treatment. On entry walks and steps this is the main safety reason to have the work done.
Should I have the pavers sealed afterward?

Often worth it, particularly if the joints need re-sanding anyway. Re-sanding plus a joint-stabilizing sealer keeps the sand in place and slows the growth coming back. See our paver sealing page for how that works.

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Customer Reviews

Real customer reviews. Results you can trust.

Jillian Kuethe

Google

"Jason did great work on our home's driveway and front walkway. I didn't even notice just how dark some spots had gotten, especially our front steps, until he pressure washed them. I was amazed at the before and after! They look so much better now!"

Jim Jacobs

Google

"Jason replied promptly with a competitive estimate immediately after I reached out to him. He was able to fit me in his schedule the next day. He did a great job cleaning the dirt and algae off my brick patio. I will reach out to him with future needs and highly recommend him."

John Hutten

Google

"Jason did a great job with the pressure washing of my house. He first contacted me about a month ago. (I think I had clicked Angi's List or something similar.) But anyway, when he first called me, I told him I work in taxation and would not have time to think about projects until after tax season was over, and to call me after April 17. And... unlike just about every other service provider - who would call me daily... Jason called me on April 18. And we went back and forth for a few days - mostly me asking questions... until we agreed he would pressure wash the house, patio, and driveway. And then he was available within that week! And stayed a bit longer to be sure everything was done right. Plus... he's the OWNER and started the business himself - not just someone who bought a franchise. (which is important to me - I like to support local business, even more so if it's an entrepreneur and not a franchisee.) And every time I pull into my driveway, I smile"

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Noah Ferro

Google

"We had a great experience with Jason at Clear Exterior! Scheduling was easy, and he did a thorough and professional job at an affordable price. He got our siding and our concrete looking fresh again. Highly recommended if you need some pressure washing done!"

Rhondalyn Bomkamp

Google

"Jason did an awesome job on our large driveway - it's never looked so clean. It was easy to schedule with him and he was prompt to the appointment. I would highly recommend him (Clear Exteriors, LLC)"