Driveway Cleaning
in Portland, OR
Moss, Oil & Tire Stains Gone
Driveway green and slick by January? Tire marks and oil spots that survive every rain? We clean Portland concrete with a commercial surface machine, so it comes back evenly, with no zebra-stripe wand marks.
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Why Portland Driveways Turn Green, and What Actually Gets Them Clean
Concrete is porous, and Portland keeps it damp eight months a year. Moss and algae root in the surface, dirt bonds to the film, and oil and tire rubber wick down into the pores. By midwinter, a shaded driveway isn’t just ugly; it’s a genuine slip hazard. That’s also why a garden hose does nothing, and why rental-machine weekends leave striped, half-clean concrete:
- The growth has to be killed, not just blasted. We pre-treat with an eco-friendly detergent that breaks down moss, algae, and grime before pressure touches the surface.
- The clean has to be even. A commercial surface-cleaning machine washes in uniform passes at pressure set for your concrete. No wand stripes, no etching.
- The stains need the right treatment. Oil and rust spots get targeted pre-treatment, and we’ll tell you honestly which stains will lift fully and which have soaked too deep.
Get a Free Driveway Washing Estimate
Not sure where to start? That’s normal. We’ll ask a few quick questions about the type of buildup, then recommend the best-fit cleaning option for your driveway and budget.
What Driveway Cleaning Costs in Portland
Most Portland driveway washes cost between $300 and $700. Your exact price depends on driveway size, plus any walkways or patio you add on, surface material (broom-finish concrete, exposed aggregate, pavers, asphalt), buildup: routine grime versus established moss and stains, and any add-ons: moss/algae inhibitor, or sealing while the surface is clean.
You’ll get an exact, itemized quote before we schedule anything, usually the same day. Send your address and a couple of photos; we measure the driveway on Google Earth and email a complete cost breakdown.
Small One Car Driveway
Typical Cost: ~$300
Medium Two Car Driveway
Typical Cost: ~$500
Large Driveway & Garage
Typical Cost: ~$700
For larger square-foot areas, heavy build-up, or staining, the total project cost can reach ~$1,000+.
Our 4-Step Driveway Cleaning Process
Cars move off the driveway, outdoor items move clear, and nearby plants and surfaces are protected before cleaning starts.
Leaves and loose debris come off first. An eco-friendly cleaning solution goes down to break up grime, moss, and algae, with targeted pre-treatment on oil and stain spots.
The surface-cleaning machine washes the driveway in even passes at pressure matched to your concrete, then everything gets a clean-water rinse.
We sweep and blow down the surrounding areas, apply moss/algae inhibitor where it's useful, and walk the finished surface with fresh eyes before we leave.
Why Portland Homeowners Choose Us for Driveway Cleaning
Surface machine, not a wand
Even, stripe-free cleaning at the right pressure for your concrete. It's the visible difference between professional work and a rental weekend.
Honest about stains.
Deep-set oil in unsealed concrete doesn't always lift fully. We tell you what to expect before we start, not after.
Keep it clean longer
Moss/algae inhibitor (backed by our 1-year moss-protection guarantee) and concrete sealing are both available while the surface is freshly cleaned, the cheapest time to do either.
Same-day online estimates
Google Earth measurement plus your photos gets you an itemized emailed proposal, usually within hours. Soonest scheduling typically within 1–2 days.
Real, verifiable reputation
760+ five-star Google reviews at 5.0, Angie's List Super Service Award winner. Locally owned since 2015, and the team carries about 20 years of combined exterior-cleaning experience.
Monday – Saturday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Driveway Cleaning Across the Portland Metro
We’re based at 650 NE Holladay St in Portland and clean roofs throughout the metro, including Beaverton, Gresham, Happy Valley, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Oregon City, Tigard, West Linn, Wilsonville, and Vancouver, WA, plus surrounding areas. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8 AM–6 PM.
Portland Driveway Cleaning Questions, Answered
Most driveways run $300–$700 depending on size, surface, and buildup; adding walkways or a patio moves you up the range. Free itemized quote, usually same-day, from Google Earth and your photos.
Once a year keeps moss and algae from establishing, especially on shaded concrete. Adding inhibitor or sealing after cleaning stretches the interval considerably.
Usually most of the way, with targeted pre-treatment before the surface clean. Oil that’s soaked deep into old, unsealed concrete may leave a shadow. We tell you what to expect up front, and sealing afterward prevents the next spill from soaking in.
Not at the correct pressure with a surface machine. Damage happens with a narrow wand tip held too close to the surface, the same reason DIY jobs leave stripes and etch marks.
Commercial surface cleaners wash evenly, detergent pre-treatment kills growth a rental blast leaves alive, and the job that takes your whole weekend takes us hours, with cleanup included and a satisfaction guarantee behind it.
Same equipment and methods; this page is the driveway-focused version. If you want the full hard-surface package (patio, retaining walls, fences, walkways), see our pressure washing service. Most customers combine them in one visit.
It’s the best moment to do it, because the surface is clean and its pores are open. Sealing blocks oil stains and moss regrowth and pushes your next cleaning years out. See our concrete sealing service.
No. We need the driveway clear of cars, a working spigot, and closed garage doors and windows near the work area. We text you 30 minutes before arrival.
For any other questions, click below and contact of directly. We will happily answer any questions regarding our services. We also offer free consultations and free estimates.
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Get Your Free Driveway Cleaning Estimate Today
Send your address and a couple of photos of the driveway, and we’ll email an itemized quote, usually the same day, with no site visit required. Free estimates, no obligation, satisfaction guaranteed.
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PDX Roof Cleaning & Pressure Washing LLC
650 NE Holladay St Suite 1600
Portland, OR 97232
Gresham Office
2135 SW Towle AVE,
Gresham, OR 97080
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