Roof cleaning advice
Straight answers to the questions Essex homeowners ask us about cleaning, treating and looking after their roofs.
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Does roof cleaning damage tiles?
Roof cleaning only damages tiles when it’s done with high pressure. Here’s what goes wrong, what a soft wash does differently, and what to ask any roof cleaner.
Read →How often should you clean a roof in Essex?
Most Essex roofs don’t need cleaning every year. Here’s how to judge it for your roof, why some green up faster, and how a biocide treatment stretches the gap.
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Soft wash vs pressure wash: which is right for a roof?
For a roof, a soft wash is almost always the right choice. Here’s how soft washing and pressure washing differ, side by side, and when pressure has a place.
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Signs your roof needs cleaning
Moss cushions, black streaks, lichen spots and moss in the gutters: the signs your roof is due a clean, and the ones that mean you need a roofer instead.
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What is lichen on a roof, and how do you get rid of it?
Lichen is the crusty grey, yellow and orange spotting on older roof tiles. Here’s what it is, why it grips so hard, and the safe way to get rid of it without damaging tiles.
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Is moss bad for your roof?
A little moss on a roof isn’t an emergency, but a lot of it causes real problems: water held against tiles, lifted tiles and blocked gutters. Here’s what moss actually does.
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What are the black streaks on my roof tiles?
Black or dark green streaks running down roof tiles are usually algae, not dirt. Here’s what causes them, why they spread, and how they’re removed without damaging the roof.
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Is a roof coating worth it?
Roof coatings are often sold hard after a clean. Here’s an honest look at what they do, what they don’t, when one might make sense and what to ask before you pay for one.
Read →When is the best time of year to clean a roof?
You can clean a roof in any season, as long as there’s a dry spell for the treatment to soak in. Here’s how each season compares in Essex and when to book.
Read →How should clay roof tiles be cleaned?
Clay roof tiles are softer than concrete and easily damaged by pressure. Here’s how to clean them safely, what to expect, and why lichen on old clay should never be scraped.
Read →How do you clean a slate roof safely?
Slate is hard, but the nails and hooks that hold it are not. Here’s the safe way to clean a slate roof, what grows on slate, and what to check before any work.
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Can a roof be cleaned with solar panels on it?
Yes, a roof with solar panels can be cleaned. Here’s how we work around panels, what to tell us before we quote, and what to know about moss and birds under panels.
Read →What happens to the gutters when a roof is cleaned?
Moss from a roof ends up in the gutters, before and after a clean. Here’s why gutters block, what we clear on a roof clean, and how to keep downpipes flowing.
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Roof cleaning cold callers: what to ask before you say yes
A knock on the door about your roof isn’t always a scam, but it’s worth being careful. Here are the questions to ask, the warning signs, and your rights if you agree to work at home.
Read →How long does a roof biocide treatment take to work?
A roof biocide kills moss, lichen and algae within days, but dead growth takes weeks or months to weather off. Here’s what to expect, week by week, after a treatment.
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Can you clean a roof on a listed building in Essex?
Roofs on listed buildings and in conservation areas can often be cleaned, gently. Here’s what to check with the council first, which methods to avoid, and how we approach old roofs.
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What happens on the day of a roof clean?
From arrival to the final tidy, here’s what happens on the day we clean your roof, how long it takes, whether you need to be in, and what the roof looks like when we leave.
Read →Find out what your roof needs
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