We Considered Having Our Driveway Replaced, Your Restoration Changed Our Mind, & Saved Us THOUSANDS

#pressurewashing #satisfying #restoration
Hey guys, welcome to another weekly video. I was contacted recently to try and restore this driveway to it's once former glory.
The customer was considering having it replaced as it was quite old, and was looking quite tired and neglected. But thought they would have it cleaned first, see how well it came out, then make their final decision from there. As the title says, they were so pleased with the end result from the clean and restoration, they decided against that, a decision that saved them a potential cost of many thousands of pounds.
Nearly got caught out by the rain when re-sanding this one, but managed to get it in, in the nick of time. Hope you enjoy, Nick.
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[@johnwhyte1488]

I don’t know how I ended up watching this video, however; I did, and you Sir grafted. What a first class job you have done. If I needed this kind of work done, based on this video, I would hire you! Keep it up, and wishing you continued success. All the best to you and yours. 👍👍👍

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Wow, thank you!

[@robertshrewsbury5067]

A good idea discussing the clogged drain, lack of drains, drainage patterns, creating a possible "game plan". The number of variables that can add-in sometimes is almost funny, in this case, possibly low water pressure, sludge, poor drainage. As far as the paving, it looks like it will turn out well. 14:26 we have a clean area contrasted with still-to-go. It looks nice. Perhaps if they have you back to do the India Sandstone later, you could do the wood furniture as well. It already looks like the fence was improving. That was an enjoyable job. You beat the difficulties, the place is much renewed. Nice work.

[@staceybohlke1881]

Despite the horrible drainage and the rain you did a superb job! It is a beautiful property. I am sure the owners were thrilled. It was nice of you to throw in the paths and cement area too. You are a class act! Stay safe out there.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks so much Stacey ☺️❤️

[@suzanneyoung6273]

Wow! What a big job. As usual with your expertise it came up beautifully. Well done. 👏👏🇦🇺

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Many thanks Suzanne

[@tatiannazutania7751]

What a HUGE difference. Very lovely driveway and yard.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Aw thanks Tatianna 😍

[@rawcado]

I was hoping you'd PW the garden bench, I like seeing the transformation on furniture, and maybe a bit of the fence to see if they'd change ther mind about replacing that too. If the posts & pickets are sound good wood it would only need a new coat of stain or paint which is less expense than a new fence and would save them even more money.

[@pamlongwhite4747]

Big job, big drainage problem. You made it look so smart ! Well done !

[@CatLoverX74]

Wow what huge garden! No wonder there was a huge driveway to match. Wonderful job! Driveway looked practically new afterwards ❤

[@thomasstromberg6796]

Great job! I´m amazed that a driveway that big, didn´t have a proper drain!!!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

You and me both 👍

[@colingray7107]

The man who never lets us down strikes again shame the same cant be said about the great British weather well done Nick ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@JodiSones]

You always go way above and beyond on your jobs. Amazing results.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

So kind, thanks Jodi 💕

[@sharynhay4872]

First timer. I am impressed. Big job and looks like new. Nice work.

[@alstalbs2265]

I seem to spend far more time than I should moaning that the weather app is completely wrong. Can't rely on these things at all. Brilliant job Nick as usual Nick. thanks for the upload! :)

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

😆 😆 You and me both! Nice one Al 👍

[@IsoPreP089]

Amazing job as usual Nick, absolutely love your work!!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers dude, much appreciated 👍👍

[@eleniemmanouilidou24]

Wow what an amazing transformation Nick! You did a phenomenal job even though there was no working drainage! Much love from Greece!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

So nice of you, much appreciated 💕

[@garyreed2144]

And that one wouldn’t have been enough anyway

[@dorothyallen3614]

That results was lovely and what a change ❤

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Huge thanks Dorothy 💕

[@craigkenyon1780]

hey nick have you ever checked under the big rectangular pavered plate with the silver triangular corners and the pull up handles to see if a drain is hiding under any of them?

[@astral276]

Was thinking and about to post the same. I've watched several of the jet washing people on here bemoaning the lack of drainage when there clearly appears to be a sewer access cover available to flush the waste water down, but they never use it. Given what normally goes down sewers I can't see how there would be an issue with putting dirty water into it.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

It’s illegal to remove manhole covers and intentionally wash dirty waste water, full of sand, silt and mud into. But thanks for your comment 👍

[@craigkenyon1780]

oh, ok I am from the US and didn't realize those where manhole covers for sewage or electrical or gas line that are hidden underground but your answer actually makes more sense! I thought it might be a massive drain pit for the driveway for when it needs cleaning and the main drains are backed up!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

@@craigkenyon1780 No worries mate, you weren’t to know, not even some English people are aware of it. It would be great if we as driveway cleaners had that option, but unfortunately we don’t. All the best Craig, Nick.

[@barbarellamaclure8382]

Yo Nick, great video, those pesky no drains must do your head in, all that extra time. Great video, love watching them. I'm learning so much and am going to have a crack at my own moss laidened driveway. I don't have a surface cleaner but do have a turbo nozzle, I'll give it a go! All the way from New Zealand 😂

[@RandiG63]

Another amazing job well done 👍🏼 You sure had a few challenges on this one! The barking at the cat 😂

[@Corryoncleaning]

Great results as usual.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you so much 😊

[@AngelaCowan-g1u]

What I loved about this particular video (apart from the Ginja Ninja) was the way you transformed an eyesore driveway (which really did bring down the otherwise beautiful gardens) into a statement driveway worthy of the balance of the gardens. A wise choice from the owners to think twice about changing the whole thing. I also particularly loved how you took us through the complexities of drainage and the way you think out solutions - you must go through this planning process on all of your jobs and its really nice to hear your thought process. Love your work (particularly loved the mossy roof in the forest!)

[@joycetaylor5847]

You always do a nice job. I would have scooped out drain though some things are worth the time

[@colleenisaac6647]

What a mess that drainage situation was! Final result was beautiful. I hope you’re ok after your slip in the last video!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

What a lovely comment, big thanks as always Colleen 💕

[@paudielyons3918]

Class act Nick. Good indepth explanation on all aspects of the job. Turned out beautiful 👏

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Much appreciated bud, top man 👍👍

[@jackiedarling8953]

You are truly a blessing to him, I know he is so appreciative. Great job

[@michaelwaller7365]

Great job. Bonus points for the sanding.

[@bobrussell6509]

Would really like to see the equipment listed brand wise and such that you use in each of your video’s so if people are interested they can search for them..Great job..

[@gordiehattrick]

Great job Nick!!!

[@marktrower2267]

Another fantastic job Nick

[@alexisgrunden1556]

Well, the clients wanted a new drive, and you sure enough did that for them; it looks brand new! And for a fraction of the costs, too! 😉

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks Alexis, what a great comment 😍

[@WaiferThyme]

Even with the rain it looks incredible!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

So kind of you, thanks so much 😍

[@sandisnead1540]

My goodness, terrible drainage and rain! It is a lovely property though. Once again Super Nick cracks on, and makes this huge job look amazing!! Love this video as always! All the best to you and yours Nick, be well! Hugs from Texas 😊

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Hi Sandi, so lovely to hear from you, always love reading your super kind comments. I hope you and your family are well, God bless 💕

[@sandisnead1540]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning Aww, thank you Nick! That's very kind!

[@donnapalaussie19]

Wow Nick, it looks brand new! Great job 😊❤

[@valeriesinnett4031]

Beautiful job Nick!😊

[@tonymusolino2369]

Awesome job. Would’ve went quicker if the owner cleared that drain out first. But aside from that …amazing transformation.

[@mandycheetham409]

I've seen a couple of channels we're they have, such up machines. Would they be worth it good luck in future jobs. Fantastic as all ways xxx

[@philglover2973]

Lovely job well done bud 😎👍🇬🇧

[@russ3994]

Great job Nick under the circumstances with that blocked drain!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Hey Russ, thank you kindly mate 👍

[@ashaharry2132]

enjoyed the rinse down..very satsfying to watch..great job!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@davidendsor219]

Nicely done, with all that standing water and mud it was difficult to see which bits you had done, but you got it all...

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Glad you enjoyed it, many thanks David 👍

[@sharonshields1482]

Well done! Thank you for sharing your work.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks for watching!

[@nancythomas1954]

That was cool Nick! No more dark slippery walkways and a beautiful drive! Darn that rain anyway! LOL I miss your music though😁 Hope you have a wonderful week kiddo!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Aw cheers Nancy 💕

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

Homeowners....one word...DRAINAGE. If you are hiring someone to do work that will require adequate drainage, check your drains. Weathermen...one word...ACCURACY. Tradesmen depend on accuracy when scheduling work, get it right. Okay, putting my soapbox away. Nick...another fantastic job. Drainage issues aside, you did save them thousands by giving them back a brand-new-looking driveway. Well done. Thanks for sharing. Have a great week. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

🤣 I love you standing on your soap box, never a truer word said ✊. Thanks ever so much Coppertop, awesomely kind words as ever 💕

[@robinharrison3907]

Great Work Bud 👍👍A big job for one man 👍👍Well Done 😀😀

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Massive thanks Robin 🤜🤛

[@elizabethstiff4428]

Looks amazing. You get to work at some amazing properties.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

So kind, thanks Elizabeth ☺️

[@tonicorona5277]

Dang rain making you rush like that. Turned out great! Thanks for sharing

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Typical English weather unfortunately 😒, thanks for the great comment Toni 👍

[@b.maximus3169]

Great job, man!! Looks like you take pride in your work. Subscribed!!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks for the sub, welcome on board 👍

[@janicecampbell7287]

Fantastic job, it came out beautifully 😊

[@ardenscott3910]

LOVE! And great job working around such poor drainage

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks so much, you're very kind 💕

[@MrMaster2262]

All the vehicles going by on the time lapse makes it sound like something from the Jetsons... I'm showing my age there!! 😆 Top job mate 😉👍🏻

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

😂 cheers mate 👍

[@christim.5999]

Beautiful!

[@christinegombas7490]

WOW! Good job dude! Keep up the good work! 👍🏼😁

[@daleyboyo3145]

Another awsome job my brother your the man 👍👍👌shame about the cowboy drainage lol I would have opened the manhole lol😂😂😂👌💪

[@mirtharuiz5358]

Wonderful job, too bad the draining was so bad. But at the end it look terrific.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

😍😊 thanks ever so much Mirtha 💕

[@diegovd7215]

Well done, glory is back!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers Diego 👍👍

[@jayrosenberg3646]

As you Brits would say, you worked your arse off on this one! Good job!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Lol, thanks Jay 💓

[@margiejones870]

Great Job

[@gestaltP]

you earned yourself a new follower,greetings from germany.keep up the work mate

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Awesome, welcome on board. Thanks for the great comment 👍👍

[@maxkuykendall5866]

There are folks who expect us to believe they can tell us what the weather will be doing in 25, 50 and 100 years, but humankind still can't regularly forecast weather correctly 24 hours out. That job turned out great! I love chasing water around, it's like trying to push a warm stick of butter up a tiger's behind.

[@MSerhasNOfilter]

Nick, you did a fabulous job as always! But in future when you do email quotes will you be asking if they have adequate drainage? Because that lack of drainage added a huge chunk of time to the job.

[@endle55torture1]

I just finished up a massive 4,000 sqft paver driveway. tons of moss and algae. took 2 days with my tiny 2.5gpm ryobi. I need to upgrade. what kind of tip do you use for rinsing the dirty water away? Ive been using my turbo nozel and it does and okay job.

[@janicecampbell7287]

Having been raised in England and now living in Texas, I know the feeling of never knowing from one minute to the next what the weather is going to do 😂

[@tomr200199]

Lovely stuff. I recently saw someone replace such a block driveway with resin bound, probably cost them £10,000+. Madness. A bit of TLC and the lifespan of some of these driveways and patios can be tripled or better.

[@sabinekarlsson8803]

Good job, what with the lack of proper drainage ... Maybe the clients can use some of the saved money to have the drainage fixed? ;-)

[@browniemitch8]

Wow....just awesome job. Ans saving them replacing it all, what would a customer expect to pay for your restoration of this size if you dont mind me asking

[@amethyst42]

My cat Angus and I were watching your video. I find this kind of video very satisfying to watch, as I'm sure many others do. Angus, however, was not so happy when the cat made an appearance. Not the dog barking! However, he has recovered. Thanks for this.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

😂😂😂 sorry Angus 🙀

[@mishkawp8200]

Terrible drainage but a great result. Well done Nick.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Awesome, thank you kindly Mishka 💕

[@michael5089]

Fantastic transformation!! What does the sand actually do and would you say it's necessary? 👊👊

[@ricp123]

Drainage nightmare!! You had to graft for that result! Get some good deals nowadays with Email quotes 🤣 Tidy job 👍

[@shirleymachado1398]

Great job.🎉

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you! 😃

[@AngusHenry09]

Looks fantastic sir !

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you kindly

[@pauljames9393]

Brilliant ! .......

[@sheralinehughes6025]

You did a fab job 👍

[@rodp2310]

Another great job Nick. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you! Cheers Rod ☺️

[@10tenman10]

Amazing job!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@juliehampton3043]

Cracking job lovey.think you need a wet vac for that water x

[@ShansAtlantis]

How one of the rainiest countries in the world has so many blocked drains is beyond me. I guess there are so many and so many were added after the fact that it’s hard to keep them all open all the time… when the drainage works, it’s a beautiful thing.

[@chasetonga]

My dad was an engineer in the Small Engine Dept. at Briggs and Stratton in Milwaukee, WI. He may have designed some of you pressure washer parts!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Awesome 👍

[@williamhiggins2263]

AWESOME job and video as ALWAYS Nick, what a difference, what model of the Briggs & Stratton did you use on that job?

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Nice one William, it's like this one mate, but mine's the EFI one www.rutlandpumps.com/briggs-23hp-mazzoni-25lpm-300-bar-wheelbarrow.html

[@thebincleaner]

Nice Job as usual Nick , Wow that sand is Orange mate ! Stu

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers Stu, nice one mate 🤝

[@Powershiftcleaning]

Another fantastic vid. What surfactant do you use and how many mls per 20 ltr to get a good coverage as you do. Cheers Powershift cleaning.

[@getitright5863]

Beautiful

[@markan79]

Cracking job as ever

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Top man 👍👍

[@paulbrown6554]

Top job 👌🏽

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you! Cheers Paul 👍

[@neilgreen9285]

Is it the 250bar watertek leaves excellent results are your surface cleaner jets 025 or 015 as that moss came out easily. Cheers Nick

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

It's a 300 bar EFI engine from Watertek, I use 025's mate 👍. Thanks Neil 🤝

[@isitmondayet]

Was that a polymer based sand? I wasn't sure if you skipped the activating water rinse to let the rain do it... thanks

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

No it was kiln dried sand.

[@kevfirey7799]

Up against it there Nick Great job

[@andrewpowell6457]

Lovely as always Nick and greetings from NZ 5:30 am I got woken up by a cat

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Hey Andrew, 😁 sorry to hear that, we have lots of cats where we live, that happens to me all the time 🐈😸😞

[@johnlewis19a]

What is the substance you spread and brush in? Is just sand? Great videos by the way 😊

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks John. It’s kiln dried sand 👍

[@bevfrench3496]

First question i would ask: Do you have a working drainage? If not, get it fixed quick. Then I will be right over.

[@adejb123]

Another lovely job done...

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@laurenbentley-ux8hu]

I’m new! Love watching your videos. But what does re-sanding do?

[@alinaCatwatcher]

What a lovely job you did NIck. You always do a little extra for every client don't you?

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Such a kind comment, which is really appreciated , thank you Alina 💕

[@neilgreen9285]

Great job done. What pressure washer did you use. Ah missed the start the Briggs. What's the power on that one

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers Neil, it's 300 bar 25lpm 👍

[@neilgreen9285]

Didn't know they did the Briggs in 300bar I am after 300bar is it still available to purchase do you know? And thanks for your reply

[@jimbosun2]

How do you get your hypo so foamy. Have you done a xjet set up video I’ve not found it so apologies if you have. Top job as always me old China😎👊

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Not yet mate, i've been meaning to do one for ages. i'll get round to it eventually 😁

[@Dan-oo9jx]

What soap do you use for the hypo?

[@BrianSmith-ow9gy]

At 26:20 there is a main drain cover. Is it allowed to lift that and flush your washings straight into the main drainage system?

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

No, if the water companies catch anyone doing that, it’s potentially a very big fine.

[@polgarauk5606]

Hey Nick excellent job despite all the challenges 😊 We had same thing here up North the weather app said sunny all day so I sent the kids to school in shorts and t-shirts (thankfully with a rain mac) and it chucked it down ALL day 🤦🤦🤦 Going to give you a laugh at my expense here. I spent a third of the video curious that you hadn't seen the bit of green stuff on tge side of the camera only to realise it was a bit of Lettuce that had escaped my tea plate 🤦😳😳😳😳😳😳

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I've done similar things. I keep directing them, "No! Over to the right there! You keep missing that spot!" only to find the offending spot is on my end!

[@nancycraig7614]

Came out pretty

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks Nancy

[@tatjanadosch1583]

A very typical case showing that probabilities have often nothing to do with reality ^^ I always love it when I do something in a game with 10% success rate, so theoretically you get a success with ten tries for sure, but in reality I often don't get a success with twenty tries. This case here feels very much the same. Even though the drive is clearly old and didn't bright up as much as I hoped, the result is so neat. Very well done :) 16:01 A little edge you missed with the fsc :D I just had to mention, I love looking for little details in your videos 😊

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

Hmmm...I'm not seeing it. I see an edge that rinses clean a few seconds later?

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks so much Tatjana, really appreciate the positive feedback on this one. Yes, unfortunately it's quite an old driveway, so will never look as bright as it once was, but still quite pleased with the results. Lol, yes guilty, well spotted, that can happen sometimes, I nearly put a caption up saying "missed a bit" but thought i'd leave it, and see if anyone noticed, and you did, you're super observant 🙂. Thanks again, always appreciate your comment 💕

[@tatjanadosch1583]

I know it would be insane and utterly wasteful but just out of curiosity: how do you think the drive would look if you shot it with blast media? I'm actually interested in what blast media can do since it's rare you show it on this channel. Also I'd like another graffiti removal video ;)