Roof Cleaning Services Harpesford

Professional roof cleaning is an economical way to instantly boost the curb appeal of your home and preserve the integrity of your roofing. A thorough cleaning removes troublesome moss, algae, lichen, and unattractive dark staining.

The results of a professional clean are striking. Tiles that were previously weather-beaten and darkened with age will noticeably brighten, often appearing refreshed and nearly new.

Many homeowners in Harpesford rely on specialist roof cleaning services primarily to restore their home's exterior attractiveness. Additionally, addressing significant moss growth is essential, as untreated moss can damage roofing tiles and lead to water entering the property.

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Roof Moss Removal Harpesford

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 Harpesford 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

The way we clean roofs will completely transform the appearance of an old and dirty roof into one that resembles a brand-new surface. Through the removal of all the built-up filth and staining, we reveal the true finish and clean lines of the tiles.

Prevent Damage & Water Ingress

Having a build-up of moss on a roof can gradually harm the roof surface and even result in leaks by creating cracks. Removing moss from the roof reduces the risk of future issues.

Prevent Regrowth

After the roof has been cleaned, it is treated with a biocide to stop the regrowth of any organic growth. This step helps protect the roof and extends its lifespan.

Soft Wash Roof Cleaning Harpesford

Curious about soft wash roof cleaning? This method employs a chemical-based "wet and forget" approach, primarily using sodium hypochlorite to remove moss, algae, lichen, and grime from roof tiles or slates.

Unlike traditional high-pressure methods, soft washing gently treats your roof, significantly reducing the risk of damage, especially important for older or fragile roofing materials. The cleaning results become fully visible after a few weeks as the chemical solution continues its work.

Soft washing is also beneficial for cleaning K-Rend and similar types of render on walls. Following the cleaning and rinse-off stage, professionals apply a biocide treatment to ensure your roof remains free from 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

Cleaning roofs in Harpesford with a pressure washer is an environmentally friendly approach because it uses nothing but water (H₂O) to effectively remove moss, lichen, dirt, and grime. This natural method is about as eco-friendly as roof cleaning can get.

While there have been some concerns about potential roof damage from pressure washing, these risks are greatly reduced when the process is performed by skilled professionals. A trained, experienced, and insured cleaning specialist with proper equipment ensures that the cleaning is both safe and highly effective.

Pressure washing isn't limited to patios and driveways—it's highly effective in removing moss, algae, and lichen from roof tiles and slates, restoring their original appearance without harsh chemicals. After cleaning, a biocide is typically applied to keep moss and algae away long-term. Before starting any work, an inspection is conducted, and if tiles seem fragile, a gentler soft-washing method is recommended instead.

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

With our team, we specialise in clearing moss from roof tiles without causing damage. We’re always working toward providing great results and delivering a clean, professional result for every customer.

Roof Cleaning is one of our specialist services for domestic homes. We also recognise that when working at a private property, it’s our job to be considerate at all times.

Here’s what we aim to deliver each time:

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Site Survey

Ahead of any cleaning, we’ll complete a thorough inspection of the roof’s condition, taking photos 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 show you a copy of our insurance, confirming that we’re completely covered in case of any unforeseen damage, 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

Prior to starting Roof Cleaning and clearing moss, cover sheeting is set up over any vulnerable plants if a softwash solution is being used.

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Blockage Prevention

We temporarily seal the downspouts to stop moss runoff from entering the drainage system, especially when removing heavy moss buildup. Gutter cleaning is completed afterwards.

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First Stage - Roof Cleaning

Here’s where we carry out lichen removal, eliminate roof 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 spray a powerful biocide to the whole surface to stop the future development of any organic matter like algae or moss.

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Third Stage - Clean up

The entire area is then cleaned up, including the gutters, and any debris is either composted or taken away.

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Satisfied Customer

Finally, photos are taken of the final outcome, and the customer approves the work only when entirely happy with the results.

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 make buildings look neglected—the render looks refreshed.

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

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Gutter Cleaning

Ongoing gutter care is essential to helping direct rainwater safely off your roof. If a gutter becomes clogged, water can overflow down the walls 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 unblock and wash your gutters for residential and commercial properties.

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Patio & Driveway cleaning

Homeowners often invest heavily improving the appearance of their outdoor spaces using block paving. These areas, like most that are constantly exposed to the changeable British weather, can get covered in moss, algae, and dirt 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

Whether it’s glass, external cladding naturally collect grime over time and can even develop discolouration if left unwashed.

As part of our exterior cleaning services, we provide professional cladding cleaning designed to not only clean the surface, but also bring it back to as close to its initial appearance as possible.

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UPVC Cleaning

UPVC often becomes discoloured, mostly due to the buildup of green residue. Our UPVC Cleaning method clears away the staining, restoring the material to its like-new look.

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Conservatory Cleaning

As with UPVC surfaces, 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 wash off discolouration and buildup, restoring your conservatory to its fresh appearance.

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Soft Washing

There are two approaches to soft wash cleaning. The first method applies Hypo, while the second uses a greener treatment. The choice depends on the material being cleaned and the environment.

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Pressure Washing

Our pressure washing is applied to areas including roofs, cladding, patio, and driveway surfaces when a stronger and eco-friendly cleaning method is needed.

Areas we cover

We proudly serve Harpesford and Knowle Hill, Knowle Grove, Trumps Green, Virginia Water, St Anns Heath

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