We provide professional residential roof cleaning services in Egham, Tw18. Using a variety of proven cleaning methods and treatments, we safely restore the appearance and condition of your roof by removing moss, algae and lichen. This is done without damaging your tiles, prolongs your roof’s lifespan and maintains structural integrity. Get a free no-obligation quote.
Reasons to hire a roof cleaning company
Given that the job of cleaning a roof occurs at a height, it naturally comes with associated risks that can be mitigated by hiring a professional roof cleaning company.
Safety
As roof cleaning experts, we are trained and equipped to approach your job with the utmost care and consideration for the personal safety of our staff and all other personnel on-site.
Where necessary, we will procure vehicular-based assistance, such as a cherry picker, to gain height advantage.
No damage
We assess all relevant aspects of your roof before performing the work to nullify the potential risk of roof damage.
Factors like roof surface area, pitch, guttering and fascia, degree of build-up, tile material, existing issues or damage are all assessed before accepting the job.
This way, we are optimally prepared to deliver the best results on the day of the clean.
Effective clean
Every roof cleaning job presents unique challenges. And it requires a certain degree of expertise to select the most effective method of removing the various types of dirt and buildup.
We are trained in choosing the most effective roof cleaning method for your job using proven approaches that work.
Eco friendly
Due to the external nature of a roof cleaning job, we are particularly mindful of the environmental impact on your property’s ecosystem.
The plants, animals and of course people who come into contact with the runoff following our job are our responsibility too.
We only use chemical agents that have been proven safe for natural flora, fauna, animals and people.
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Types of roof dirt and their causes
Your roof can accumulate a variety of different unwanted adherences. Depending on the location and aspect of your house, your roof might endure either more or less wear, tear and dirt.
Moss
The most stubborn of roof debris, moss can be particularly difficult to remove and it often requires a certain degree of manual agitation.
Overhanging tree debris
Leaves, twigs and bird droppings are all common factors resulting from trees overhanging your roof.
These can quickly accumulate, especially during later seasons of the year, but require routine attention.
Algae or lichen
This type of growth can quickly tarnish the appearance of roof tiles and when lifted, it causes the most striking aesthetic improvement to your roof.
No maintenance
Routine roof cleaning is the key to a well-maintained roof free from dirt and debris.
Staying ahead of the buildup process will prevent noticeable issues before they happen.
Other benefits of roof cleaning
Having a clean roof is much more than a vanity. There are many material benefits from having a well maintained roof, including:
Reveal damage
During the cleaning process, we closely examine the condition of your roof which can reveal damage that you might otherwise not have been aware of.
Aesthetic
A clean roof looks great and signifies good maintenance. This may be particularly beneficial if you are looking to sell your property.
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Damage caused by a poorly maintained roof
Poor roof maintenance can lead to roof damage emerging over time. Here are a couple of ways this might occur:
Diverting run off
The slope of a roof naturally leads water runoff evenly towards the gutters.
But where moss or debris builds up on your roof, the water can collect in irregular patterns, exposing weaknesses in the structural integrity of your roof, leading to internal leaks occurring.
Clogging gutters
Gutters keep rainwater runoff away from your brickwork and this preserves the structure of your home.
However, when gutters become blocked with leaves or moss, they can overflow, causing rotting vegetation and, worse still, water build-up and leaking.
Methods of roof cleaning: pressure wash vs. soft wash
The degree of buildup and of course, the roof material, will direct our team as to which method of roof cleaning should be used. But in case you were wondering the difference between soft wash and pressure washing for roofs, here’s our professional take on it:
Soft wash (under 500 PSI)
Soft washing, as the name suggests, indicates washing a roof with relative low-pressure water application. Generally, we estimate this to be under 500 PSI (‘pounds per square inch’).
To put this into perspective, your household tap produces a pressure of about 50 PSI – so using softwash techniques, we would apply water pressure equivalent to 10x a household tap.
By industial cleaning measures, this is a gentle steam of water that will not be capable of causing physical damage to shingles of tiles.
But the lack of physical cleaning power of a softwash is compensated for by chemical agents mixed with the water that cause the breakdown of moss, algae, lichen and other plant-based adherents.
Pressure wash (1,300-3,000+ PSI)
Up to 6-times the pressure of a softwash, a pressure wash is capable of applying enough physical force to shear off stuck-on dirt through the jet stream of water.
Less chemical action and more physical.
Newer roofs made from more robust composite materials can withstand the pressure without damage. The experience and expertise of your chosen roof cleaning provider are valuable assets when making such a decision.
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Roof cleaning treatment
Removing buildup of moss, algae and lichen is only part of our job. We also specialise in applying post-clean roof treatments which deter the recurrence of regrowth.
Biocide
Our biocide roof treatments have long-lasting action, preventing regrowth of moss, algae and lichen for many months after the clean.
We use chemical preparations and formulas that have expert approval for safe use in relation to animals, people and other desirable plants or trees on your premises.
Zero-bleach
We don’t use bleach-based formulas. Such chemicals are not advisable for exterior cleaning as they can cause widespread and indiscriminate ecological damage to plant and animal life.
Choosing a roof cleaning company
As a professional roof cleaning company, we are specialists in our field – not generalists.
This means we know the best methods, supply the best chemicals and use the most appropriate tools to achieve optimal results.
Need some professional advice? Or, want a quote? Contact us directly and one of our team will respond with details, same business day.