Every driveway in Cache Valley tells the same story by mid-summer: oil drips from the cars, a shadow of mold creeping along the shaded edge, tire marks, ice-melt residue from last winter, and a general gray film that makes even a well-kept home look tired. A garden hose won’t touch any of it. Honestly, neither will the electric pressure washer in your garage — and here’s why.
Cold water blasts. Hot water dissolves.
Most rental units and homeowner machines spray cold water. Cold water can push surface dirt around, but oil, grease, and biological growth are bonded to the concrete. Dr Squeegee’s uses adjustable hot-water pressure washers — the same approach professional fleets use — because heat breaks down oil and grime at the molecular level while adjustable pressure lets us match the surface:
- Concrete driveways and sidewalks: high pressure + heat for oil stains, tire marks, and embedded dirt
- Patios and pavers: moderated pressure that lifts mold and grime without blasting out joint sand
- Shaded areas: heat kills the mold and algae film instead of just bleaching the top layer
The result is concrete that looks close to the day it was poured — and the before/after line is genuinely dramatic.
What pressure washing costs in the Logan–Hyrum area
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Driveway / patio service | Starting at $190 |
| Standard driveway or patio | $150–$300 |
| 20×20 deck | $150–$250 |
| ~1,000 sq ft home exterior | $200–$350 |
Most residential jobs take 1–3 hours, and you don’t need to be home — unlock the gate and we’ll handle the rest.
Why summer is prime time (and fall is smart too)
Utah searches for pressure washing triple from May through July, and for good reason: it’s the season you actually use your driveway, patio, and walkways. But an early-fall wash has a practical payoff too — removing the summer’s oil and organic buildup before snow sits on it all winter means less staining and safer, cleaner concrete when snow removal season starts.
A local crew that treats your property like family
Dr Squeegee’s is a family-run, licensed and insured company based in Hyrum, serving Logan, Smithfield, Providence, Hyde Park, Wellsville, Paradise, and all of Cache Valley — in English and Spanish. Every job is backed by our 7-day satisfaction guarantee: if you spot something we missed, call within a week and we’ll return to fix it free.
Pressure washing also bundles beautifully. Pair it with window cleaning or gutter cleaning while we’re on-site and save 10% on each added service.
Frequently asked questions
What’s a reasonable price for pressure washing? $150–$300 for a standard driveway or patio in our area. We start at $190 with hot water included — not an upcharge.
How long does it take? Typically 1–3 hours for residential jobs.
How should I prepare? Close your windows tightly and move potted plants and furniture away from the work area. We’ll take care of everything else.
Can you remove oil stains? Hot water plus adjustable pressure removes or dramatically lightens most oil staining. Very old stains that have penetrated deep may leave a faint shadow — we’ll tell you honestly what to expect during your quote.
Get your free quote
Call or text (208) 650-5223 and send us a photo of your driveway or patio — we’ll respond within 24 hours with a free quote for anywhere in Cache Valley.