Kentucky's red clay, tree pollen, humidity, and vehicle traffic do a number on concrete. If your driveway has oil spots, tire marks, algae streaks, or that ground-in grime that makes everything look neglected, I can fix that. I'm Mike Inman, and I've been pressure washing concrete in Lexington since 2009 — over 8,000 properties and counting.
I use a commercial hot water pressure washing system with a surface cleaner attachment. That's important for two reasons. First, hot water breaks down oil and grease that cold water can't touch. Second, the surface cleaner provides even, consistent cleaning without the zebra stripes you get when someone just waves a wand back and forth. The result is a uniform clean across your entire driveway, sidewalk, patio, or pool deck.
Here's the process: I pre-treat any stains — oil, rust, red clay, organic growth — with the appropriate cleaning agent. Then I make overlapping passes with the surface cleaner at the right pressure for your concrete's condition. I clean all the edges by hand with a wand and rinse everything toward the street or a drainage area. For driveways, I work from the garage out. For patios, I work away from the house. The whole job usually takes 1 to 3 hours depending on the area.
Most residential concrete cleaning jobs in Lexington fall between $150 and $300. A standard two-car driveway is on the lower end. Larger properties with extensive sidewalks, patios, or pool decks will be toward the higher end. I'll give you an exact quote upfront.
Clean concrete makes a bigger difference in curb appeal than most people realize. It's also a safety issue — algae-covered sidewalks and patios get dangerously slippery when wet, especially for kids and older family members. Regular cleaning every 1 to 2 years keeps things looking sharp and prevents permanent staining from settling in. I carry $2 million in insurance, hold an A+ BBB rating, and have 226 five-star Google reviews from right here in Lexington.
Common Questions About Concrete Cleaning
Will pressure washing damage my concrete? Not when done correctly. I adjust the pressure based on the concrete's age and condition. New concrete gets a gentler treatment. I also use a surface cleaner, which distributes pressure evenly and prevents the etching that a poorly handled wand can cause.
Can you get oil stains out of my driveway? Most oil stains come out completely or are reduced significantly. Fresh oil responds better than stains that have been soaking in for years. I use hot water and a degreasing pre-treatment specifically for oil and automotive fluids.
How often should I have my concrete cleaned? Every 1 to 2 years is ideal for most Lexington properties. Heavily shaded areas with lots of tree cover may benefit from annual cleaning to prevent algae and mildew buildup.
Do you clean pool decks and stamped concrete? Absolutely. I adjust the pressure and technique for stamped, colored, and sealed concrete to avoid damaging the finish. Pool decks are one of my most common jobs — algae around pools is a real slip hazard.
