Roof Cleaning Services Redlands

Investing in roof cleaning is a highly effective method to both enhance the curb appeal of your property and extend the life of your roofing materials. The cleaning process involves thoroughly removing growths such as algae, moss, and lichens, as well as unsightly black streaks and stains.
The difference a professional roof clean makes is dramatic; dull, weather-stained tiles that have darkened over time will typically be restored to their original vibrant colour, creating a striking before-and-after effect.

Homeowners frequently choose to engage a professional Roof Cleaning or External Property Cleaning service in Redlands, primarily to improve their home's aesthetics. But beyond appearances, removing thick moss deposits is essential to prevent potential damage and water ingress into the home.

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Roof Moss Removal Redlands

Questioning the necessity of roof cleaning services? The key benefit is its unmatched effectiveness in moss removal and prevention lasting multiple years. Optimal roof performance requires clear water pathways from surface to gutters to downspouts, directing moisture away from your property. Moss buildup interferes with this process through three mechanisms:

Behaves as a water absorbing sponge, holding moisture against roofing materials
Creates tile damage when water-filled moss undergoes freeze-thaw expansion
Restricts normal rainwater flow

Professional moss removal in the UK employs two established methods. High-pressure washing eliminates moss and surface deposits while restoring original tile beauty. Alternatively, chemical treatment covers the complete roof area with solutions designed to kill all organic matter including moss, algae, and lichen, removing stains and achieving a revitalized appearance.

UpClean provides both cleaning services across Redlands - high-pressure and softwash cleaning options. Method selection is based on roof condition analysis and individual customer preferences.

Restore the Look of Your Roof

The way we clean roofs will dramatically improve the look of an tired, discoloured roof into one that appears freshly installed. By removing all the dirt and grime, we bring back the natural shade and fresh look of the slates or shingles.

Prevent Damage & Water Ingress

Having a build-up of moss on a roof can eventually lead to damage and even allow moisture to seep through by compromising tiles. Removing moss from the roof reduces the risk of long-term damage.

Prevent Regrowth

Following the roof cleaning process, it is sprayed with a preventative solution to stop the reappearance of algae, moss, or lichen. This final treatment adds an extra layer of defence and extends its lifespan.

Soft Wash Roof Cleaning Redlands

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

Using a pressure washer for roof cleaning in Redlands is an eco-friendly and highly effective approach. Because it relies solely on water (H₂O), it's essentially a chemical-free way to naturally remove moss, lichen, and accumulated grime from roofs.

While pressure washing roofs has sometimes been associated with causing damage, engaging a professional and fully insured cleaning service with the proper skills and equipment significantly mitigates these risks, ensuring excellent results.

Not just for driveways and patios, pressure washing is highly beneficial for roofs, removing moss and other unsightly growth like algae and lichen, bringing tiles and slates back to life without using potentially harmful chemicals. Afterward, applying a biocide helps to prevent moss and algae regrowth for years. Each roof is individually inspected, and if tiles appear fragile, soft washing is recommended instead.

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

With our team, we understand how to safely eliminate moss from roof tiles without causing damage. We’re committed to providing outstanding service and delivering a fantastic finish for every customer.

Roof Cleaning is one of our core services for domestic homes. We also recognise that when working at a private property, 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 full survey of the roof’s condition, documenting with pictures for a visual record. We’ll also let you know if any repairs are recommended before we proceed.

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Industry Compliant

Upon arrival, we’ll meet you and present a copy of our insurance, demonstrating that we’re completely covered in case of any unforeseen damage, such as broken roof tiles.

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Customer Liaise

We’ll let you know how long the job should take to complete the work and explain our procedures.

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Preparation

Prior to starting Roof Cleaning and clearing moss, cover sheeting is set up over any vulnerable plants when applying the softwash solution.

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Blockage Prevention

Downspouts are temporarily blocked to stop moss runoff from entering the drainage system, especially when removing heavy moss buildup. We clean the gutters once this is done.

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First Stage - Roof Cleaning

At this point we remove lichen from the roof, clear away moss, and treat roof algae—all in one go.

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Second Stage - Biocide Treatment

When the roof-washing is complete, we apply a strong biocide across the entire roof to discourage the future development of any organic matter like algae or moss.

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Third Stage - Clean up

All surrounding areas are thoroughly cleaned, including the roof drainage system, and any waste material is either composted or hauled off.

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Satisfied Customer

Finally, we take pictures of the completed work, and the customer approves the work only when completely satisfied with the quality of the job.

Our Other Services

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K-Rend Cleaning

We rely on soft washing techniques to clean rendered walls. Once those black or green stains are removed—the ones that cause homes to appear run-down—the render appears as good as new.

Once we’ve completed K-Rend cleaning, the transformation is dramatic.

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Gutter Cleaning

Frequent gutter clearing is essential to preventing water from damaging your property. If a gutter becomes blocked, water can spill over the sides of the property and may even get inside through roof joints—all of which, if ignored, can lead to costly repairs over time.

We offer full Gutter Cleaning services and can both clear and clean your gutters for domestic and business properties.

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Patio & Driveway cleaning

Homeowners often invest heavily making their gardens, driveways, and patios look great using block paving. These areas, like most that are out in the unpredictable British weather, can become extremely dirty over time.

Our Patio & Driveway cleaning services include both jet washing and gentler soft wash options to bring back the natural finish of the stone.

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Cladding Cleaning

Be it glass, building cladding tend to accumulate dirt over time and can even suffer staining if not maintained.

As part of our external property care, we provide dedicated cladding treatments designed to not only strip away buildup, but also bring it back to as close to its former state as possible.

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UPVC Cleaning

Discolouration on UPVC is common, mostly due to green algae growth. Our UPVC Cleaning method clears away the staining, restoring the material to its like-new look.

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Conservatory Cleaning

Just like with other areas, after putting money into a new conservatory, it’s a letdown to see it get dirty and dull due to grime and staining.

That’s why our gentle yet effective Conservatory Cleaning techniques remove stains and surface filth, bringing your conservatory to its fresh appearance.

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Soft Washing

There are two approaches to soft wash cleaning. One involves Hypo, while the second uses 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 commonly used on roofs, cladding, patios, and driveways when a stronger and environmentally safe cleaning method is required.

Areas we cover

We proudly serve Redlands and Warren Corner, Crondall, Doras Green, Ewshot, Bowling Alley

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