Roof Cleaning Services Effingham

Professional roof cleaning offers homeowners a budget-friendly approach to instantly boosting their property’s visual appeal and increasing the lifespan of the roof itself. The thorough cleaning method targets and eliminates algae, lichen, moss, and stubborn black stains, leaving the roof looking immaculate.
After cleaning, roofs previously discoloured and stained by years of exposure to the elements will regain their true colour, often appearing rejuvenated and nearly new.
Most people turn to expert Roof Cleaning Companies in Effingham because they want their homes to look their best. However, aside from appearance, it's vital to remove substantial moss growth, which, left untreated, can weaken roof tiles and allow moisture to penetrate into the property.

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Roof Moss Removal Effingham

The primary advantage of professional roof cleaning lies in its ability to effectively remove moss buildup and prevent its return for years to come. For your roof to function correctly, rainwater must flow unobstructed from the surface through gutters and downspouts, directing water safely away from your property. This is why roof cleaning is essential.

Moss accumulation creates three significant problems:

Functions as a water-absorbing material, holding moisture against the roof
When moss between tiles absorbs water and subsequently freezes, it can lead to tile damage and cracking
Blocks the natural drainage of rainwater across the roof surface.

Professional roof cleaners in Effingham employ two primary moss removal techniques. The first involves high-pressure washing to eliminate moss and debris, restoring tiles to their original appearance. The second method uses specialized chemical treatments applied across the entire roof surface to eliminate moss, algae, and lichen while removing stains and returning the roof to a like-new condition.

UpClean provides both roof cleaning methodologies across the UK - high-pressure cleaning and gentle softwash treatments. Our service selection depends on your roof's current state and your personal preferences.

Restore the Look of Your Roof

Our cleaning process will dramatically improve the look of an old and dirty roof into one that looks almost new. By removing all the moss, muck, and residue, we reveal the true finish and clean lines of the tiles.

Prevent Damage & Water Ingress

Allowing moss to accumulate on a roof can over time cause structural problems and even let water in by widening gaps. Getting rid of moss from the roof helps prevent water-related problems.

Prevent Regrowth

After the roof has been cleaned, it is sprayed with a preventative solution to stop the return of any organic growth. This final treatment helps protect the roof and prolongs its life.

Soft Wash Roof Cleaning Effingham

We have years of experience in Soft washing a roof & this is what it involves. Soft washing is a low-pressure cleaning approach, often known as a "wet and forget" method. It utilises chemicals such as sodium hypochlorite to eliminate moss, algae, lichen, and accumulated dirt from roofing materials like tiles and slates.

Unlike pressure washing, this gentle method avoids potential damage to delicate or ageing roof surfaces. Although the visual transformation isn't immediate, within several weeks the chemical agents will have thoroughly cleansed your roof, revealing a significantly cleaner look.

The technique is similarly effective for K-Rend cleaning and other rendered wall surfaces. Once cleaning is complete, a biocide treatment is applied to inhibit future moss and algae growth.

How Much DoesRoof Cleaning Cost?

Roof Cleaning Price

£15/Sq mtr

Moss Removal
Lichen & Algae Removal
Complete Restoration of Colour
Biocide Treatment
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Eco Friendly Roof Tile Cleaning

Roof pressure washing in Effingham is a highly effective, environmentally conscious method, utilising only water (H₂O) to remove stubborn moss, lichen, and built-up grime. It’s as natural and chemical-free as roof cleaning methods can be.

Despite some negative perceptions around pressure washing causing roof damage, choosing a reputable, experienced, and fully insured professional cleaning company ensures safe and impressive outcomes.

Beyond patios and driveways, pressure washing is ideal for roofs, eliminating moss, algae, and lichen growths, reviving tiles and slates to their original beauty without hazardous chemicals. After completion, a biocide treatment is used to inhibit future growth. Every roof undergoes a thorough assessment prior to cleaning, and if older or delicate tiles are identified, professionals will suggest the gentler soft wash approach.

UpClean Roof Cleaners – What to Expect from our Service in Effingham

At UpClean, we specialise in clearing moss from roof tiles without causing damage. We’re committed to providing great results and delivering a spotless roof for every customer.

Roof Cleaning is one of our primary services for domestic homes. We also recognise that when on-site at someone’s home, it’s essential to act thoughtfully at all times.

Here’s how we approach it:

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Site Survey

Ahead of any cleaning, we’ll complete a thorough inspection of the roof’s condition, capturing images for a before-and-after comparison. We’ll also inform you if any roof repairs are needed before we proceed.

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Industry Compliant

Upon arrival, we’ll introduce ourselves and present a copy of our insurance, confirming that we’re completely covered in case of any accident, such as cracked slates.

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Customer Liaise

You’ll be informed about the expected timeframe to complete the work and go over our steps.

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Preparation

Ahead of any Roof Cleaning or moss treatment, cover sheeting is set up over any vulnerable plants in preparation for the Soft Wash Cleaning Process.

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Blockage Prevention

Downspouts are temporarily blocked to prevent runoff from clogging the drains, especially when carrying out moss removal. The gutters are cleared after the main roof work.

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First Stage - Roof Cleaning

At this point we clean off roof lichen, clear away moss, and get rid of algae growth—all in one go.

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Second Stage - Biocide Treatment

Once roof-washing is finished, we treat the surface with a strong biocide to the whole surface to discourage the future development of any unwanted roof growth such as algae or moss.

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Third Stage - Clean up

All surrounding areas are thoroughly cleaned, including the guttering, and any organic waste is either composted or hauled off.

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Satisfied Customer

Finally, photos are taken of the completed work, and the customer signs off on the job only when completely satisfied with the quality of the job.

Our Other Services

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K-Rend Cleaning

We use a soft wash approach to clean rendered walls. Once those black or green stains are removed—the ones that can leave walls looking tired—the render regains its original look.

Once we’ve completed K-Rend cleaning, the change is like night and day.

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Gutter Cleaning

Ongoing gutter care is key to preventing water from damaging your property. If a gutter becomes overfilled, water can run down the exterior of the property and may even leak into the roof—all of which, if left untreated, can lead to costly repairs over time.

We offer full Gutter Cleaning services and can both clear and clean your gutters for home or workplace properties.

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Patio & Driveway cleaning

A lot of effort and money goes into making their gardens, driveways, and patios look great using premium materials like York stone or paving blocks. These hardscapes, like most that are constantly exposed to the changeable British weather, can accumulate grime over time.

Our Patio & Driveway cleaning services include both jet washing and gentler soft wash options to restore the original appearance of the stone.

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Cladding Cleaning

From glass, cladding surfaces naturally collect grime over time and can even develop discolouration if not maintained.

As part of our external property care, we provide a complete cladding wash-down designed to not only remove dirt, but also restore it to as close to its original condition as possible.

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UPVC Cleaning

UPVC often becomes discoloured, mostly due to green algae growth. Our UPVC Cleaning method effectively cleans the surface, returning it to its original condition.

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Conservatory Cleaning

Similar to your windows and frames, after spending a lot on building a conservatory, it’s a shame to see it lose its shine due to algae growth.

That’s why our gentle yet effective Conservatory Cleaning techniques remove stains and surface filth, bringing your conservatory to its like-new condition.

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Soft Washing

Our team offers two forms of soft wash cleaning. One involves Hypo, while the alternative is a greener treatment. The approach we take depends on the area in question and the location.

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Pressure Washing

Our pressure washing is ideal for surfaces like roofs, cladding, and hardscapes such as patios and driveways when a more intensive and environmentally safe cleaning method is needed.

Areas we cover

We proudly serve Effingham and Effingham Common, Little Bookham, Great Bookham, Polesden Lacey, East Horsley

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Telephone: 0800 433 7269 Email: info@up-clean.co.uk