Having graffiti removed not only makes for a radiant facade, it obviously also increases the resale value of your home. And if you have it done in combination with a coating, you can rest assured that your facade will last for years to come. Curious about the cost of having graffiti removed? Renoca has listed all the possibilities and costs for you.
What does graffiti removal cost?
The average cost of graffiti removal is £10 to £15 per m². The three most common ways to have graffiti removed are: steam cleaning, chemical cleaning or sandblasting. Depending on the surface and the type of paint, the best technique is chosen. Take a look at the cost overview below to find out what graffiti removal costs on average.
| Work | Costs |
|---|---|
| Sandblasting | £ 100 – £ 200 |
| Sandblasting & anti-graffiti coating | £ 200 – £ 500 |
| Sandblasting & grouting & coating | £ 400 – £ 800 |
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Price examples graffiti removal
Costliest solution
Is the graffiti not stubborn and therefore easy to remove? Then steam cleaning your facade will suffice. The total cost of this project is about £100 to £300 for a 20 m² dirty surface.
Good protection
Have you fallen victim to graffiti on your barn wall? Removing this graffiti is often a specialist project. Besides cleaning your wall, to make sure it does not happen again, it is best to have your wall impregnated with an anti-graffiti agent. This project costs between £200 and £500.
Replace grouting
Would you like to replace your grouting in addition to removing the graffiti on your shed? Then you will spend an average total of £400 to £800. Because a specialist can do multiple jobs in one location, you will save on the total cost. Your shed will look like new and be protected from vandals for years to come.
What does the price structure for graffiti removal look like?
The cost of having graffiti removed consists of the following components:
As you can see, the breakdown between material and labour costs is about the same. Since it is important that the material is good, you will be able to save mainly on labour costs. This is precisely where facade cleaning companies differ a lot. So comparing facade cleaning quotes can save you quite a bit.
What choices determine the costs of graffiti removal?
Choice 1: Type of paint
The type of paint has a lot of influence on which technique is chosen to remove graffiti. For instance, some paints come off more easily than others. Ideally, a technique that affects your facade as little as possible should be used for cleaning. So always show a specialist a picture of the graffiti before determining the price. Of course, a specialist can also assess this on site.
Choice 2: Substrate
The type of substrate is also very important when choosing which technique to use. This is because there are many relatively soft stones that are less able to withstand high pressure and then crumble. This can damage your facade beyond repair. Facade specialists always inspect the wall first before deciding which cleaning technique to use.
Choice 3: Graffiti removal technique
- Steam cleaning: In steam facade cleaning, water is heated to 150 degrees and then used to clean your facade. Under high pressure, steam is sprayed against your facade, causing the paint to dissolve. Having your facade steam cleaned costs around £5 to £15 per m².
- Chemical cleaning: A chemical or biological cleaning agent is applied to your facade with a brush. This agent enters into a chemical reaction with the dirt causing it to dissolve. After the chemical has taken effect, your facade is cleaned with a high-pressure cleaner and water, or steam is applied to remove loose dirt and any residues of the cleaning agent. Dry cleaning costs around £15 to £20 per m².
- Sandblasting: This technique involves spraying water with an abrasive at very high pressure against the façade. This abrasive can be very soft which minimises the chance of damaging your facade. Having your facade blasted costs an average of £10 to £17 per m².
Choice 4: Anti-graffiti coating
It is possible to have your facade impregnated with a semi- or permanent anti-graffiti coating. This allows graffiti to be easily removed in the future. A semi-permanent coating disappears the next time the facade is cleaned and a permanent coating remains resistant to cleaning for an average of 3 to 8 years. Having an anti-graffiti coating applied costs between £10 and £20 per m².
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Frequently asked questions
Average graffiti removal costs £5 to £20 per m². To protect your facade from graffiti afterwards, you can have an anti-graffiti coating applied for about £10 to £20 per m².
You can remove graffiti in different ways. The most common techniques are steam cleaning, dry cleaning or sandblasting your wall.
There are a number of cleaners that are safe for removing graffiti on glass. Get advice from your specialist which cleaning product is suitable.
