Cost to Pressure Washing in Boston, MA

$198–$1,320 in Boston

32% above the national average · 1.32x cost multiplier

In Boston, a pressure washing runs $198 to $1,320 on average — about 32% above what homeowners pay nationwide. The Northeast market's labor costs account for most of the gap, with material pricing and local permitting fees adding to the spread. Use the cost table below to compare budget, mid-range, and premium options side by side.

Cost Breakdown in Boston

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per sq ft	$0	$0	$1
Materials	$0	$0	$66
Labor	$198	$528	$1,188
Permits	$0	$0	$0
Total	$198+32% vs. national avg	$528+32% vs. national avg	$1,254+32% vs. national avg

Budget

Single surface: driveway or deck only (400-500 sq ft)

Mid-Range

Whole house exterior + driveway, standard 2,000 sq ft home

Premium

Full property: house, driveway, deck, fence, sidewalks + soft wash on siding

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Boston may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Standard Pressure Wash (2,000-3,000 PSI)	$0.15-$0.35/sq ft	Effective on concrete, brick, stone, and pavers	Too aggressive for wood, vinyl, or painted surfaces	Driveways, sidewalks, concrete patios, brickEffective on concrete, brick, stone, and pavers
Soft Wash (Low Pressure + Solution)	$0.25-$0.50/sq ft	Safe for siding, roofs, wood, stucco; kills algae and mold at root	Higher cost, slower process	House exterior siding (all types), roofs, painted surfaces, woodSafe for siding, roofs, wood, stucco; kills algae and mold at root
Surface Cleaning Attachment (Flat Work)	$0.10-$0.20/sq ft	Faster than wand-only for large flat areas, more even result	Leaves circular marks if operator not experienced	Large driveways and concrete patios - faster and more even than a wandFaster than wand-only for large flat areas, more even result
Chemical Pre-Treatment (Degreasers, Algaecides)	$0.05-$0.15/sq ft materials	Breaks down oil, mold, and algae before rinsing - much better result	Small additional cost and dwell time	Oil-stained driveways, mold-covered siding, heavily soiled surfacesBreaks down oil, mold, and algae before rinsing - much better result
Hot Water Pressure Washing	$0.30-$0.60/sq ft	Most effective on grease and oil, commercial-grade cleaning	Equipment is expensive, fewer contractors have it	Commercial kitchens, heavy machinery, extreme grease stainsMost effective on grease and oil, commercial-grade cleaning

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Boston Estimate

Typical Range

$198–$1,320

vs. National Average

32% above national

Cost Multiplier

1.32x

Cost Per sq ft

$0–$1

Estimates apply Boston's 1.32x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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