Oil stains are one of the most stubborn problems on a driveway. They soak into porous surfaces like concrete and tarmac, they spread out under the surface, and they reappear weeks after you thought you had cleaned them. Here is how we tackle oil stain removal from driveways in Leicester.
Why oil is hard to remove
Oil is not just sitting on the surface — it has soaked into the pores of the material. A simple pressure wash skims the surface and lifts the visible layer, but the oil deeper down keeps wicking back to the surface for weeks. To get rid of oil properly you have to break it down chemically first.
Our two-step approach
We apply a professional-grade degreaser to the affected area and let it dwell for the recommended contact time. The degreaser breaks the oil down so it can be lifted by water rather than sticking. We then use a controlled pressure wash to rinse the broken-down oil out of the pores. For deep, old stains we may need a second pass.
Honest expectations
A fresh oil drip cleaned within a few weeks comes out completely. A 15-year-old engine oil patch on porous concrete will fade significantly but rarely disappears entirely — there is too much oil too deep in the slab. We will tell you up front what we expect to be able to achieve.
Preventing future stains
If you have an ongoing leak from a vehicle, sort it before you pay for the clean. A drip tray under the engine on a problem car will save the new clean drive. A penetrating sealer on the concrete after cleaning makes future spills much easier to deal with.
Get a quote
Call 07732 187000 for a free written quote on oil stain removal anywhere in Leicester or Leicestershire.