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Thick moss cushions, grey lichen and green algae spoil a roof and hold moisture against the tiles. We clean Guildford roofs with a method matched to the tile, then clear the gutters so the debris does not end up blocking them.
Moss is more than a cosmetic issue. Its spongy cushions soak up rain and hold it against the tiles, and in a cold snap that water can freeze and expand. Clumps lift the edges of tiles, wash down into gutters and outlets, and on shady roofs can spread right across a slope within a few seasons. Our roof cleaning in Guildford removes that growth and leaves the roof looking cared for again.
No single technique suits every roof, so we choose the method after looking at the tiles. Most moss removal starts by hand, using specialist tile scrapers made to measure for different tile profiles, so the moss comes off without prising or cracking the tiles. Depending on the surface, we may follow with a low-pressure wash or with roof steam cleaning, which uses heat rather than force to lift algae and lichen. An optional biocide treatment can then be applied to slow down the return of moss, algae and lichen. Finally, the gutters are cleared of everything that came off the roof, and the ground below is tidied.
Guildford’s setting is ideal for moss. The town sits in the valley of the River Wey between chalk hills, and the damp air that collects along the river and the Wey Navigation keeps roofs moist well into the day. Homes surrounded by mature trees, which describes much of Merrow, Burpham and the slopes below Pewley Down, get little direct sun on their north faces, so moss can build up into thick, spongy mats in just a few years.
Tiles vary across the town. Interwar and post-war homes in Stoughton, Onslow Village and Westborough are often roofed with concrete interlocking tiles, which have a rough surface that moss grips easily. Older houses near the centre and in the surrounding villages are more likely to have handmade or machine-made clay tiles, which need a gentler touch, and some period roofs are slate. That variety is exactly why we decide on scraping, low-pressure washing or steam after seeing the roof rather than using one approach everywhere.
Moss coming off a roof has to go somewhere, and in Guildford it usually ends up in gutters that are already busy with leaves from nearby trees. Clearing them is part of every roof clean we carry out. We work across GU1, GU2 and GU4, from the streets around the cathedral and university to Shalford and Jacobs Well, and we are always happy to look at photos first if you are not sure whether your roof needs attention yet.
Every roof clean follows the same careful sequence, adjusted for the tiles on your house.
Send photos of each slope and we will assess the tile type, how heavy the moss is and how the roof can be safely reached, then give you a fixed quote.
Specialist scrapers shaped to the tile profile take off the thick growth, working down the slope so the debris falls towards the gutter rather than under tiles.
Depending on the surface, we use a low-pressure wash or roof steam cleaning to lift remaining algae and lichen without forcing water under laps or damaging the tile face.
An optional biocide is applied to slow regrowth, then every gutter and outlet is cleared of moss and the paths, patios and drive below are cleaned up.
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Our team turns up when promised, operates safely at ground level using advanced high-reach systems, and when necessary, works safely from access equipment to ensure every section of gutter is fully cleaned.
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A little moss is normal on almost any Surrey roof and nothing to worry about. These signs, though, suggest it has gone far enough to be worth dealing with:
Removing moss before it gets this thick is quicker and easier on the tiles. If you are planning to sell, a clean roof also makes a noticeable difference to how the house looks in photos.
Each roof is priced on its own merits after we have seen photos. The main factors are:
Photos taken from the garden or the street are usually enough to judge the job. Send a few pictures and your address, and we will come back with a fixed, no-obligation price.
Not when the right method is used. We scrape moss by hand with tools shaped to the tile and use low-pressure washing or steam rather than high-pressure blasting, which can erode the surface of concrete and clay tiles. The approach is chosen after we have looked at your particular roof.
After the moss has been removed, a biocide can be applied to the tiles to kill remaining spores and slow down the regrowth of moss, algae and lichen. It is optional, but it helps the roof stay clean for longer, especially on shaded Guildford roofs under trees.
The town sits in a damp river valley with lots of mature trees, so many roofs stay shaded and moist for much of the day. North-facing slopes in leafy areas like Merrow and Burpham are particularly prone, and concrete tiles give moss an easy surface to cling to.
Always. A lot of moss ends up in the gutters during a roof clean, and leaving it there would soon cause blockages and overflowing. We clear every gutter and outlet once the roof is done and check the downpipes are flowing.
We look carefully at older clay and slate roofs before suggesting a method. Fragile or handmade tiles usually call for careful hand scraping and gentle steam rather than washing. If a roof is too delicate to clean safely, we will tell you rather than risk damaging it.
That depends on shade, nearby trees and whether a biocide treatment is applied. Open, sunny roofs stay clear for longer, while heavily shaded ones will see moss start to return sooner. Treatment and keeping gutters clear both help extend the time between cleans.
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Moss is a problem on roofs all around this part of Surrey, and we carry out roof cleaning in the neighbouring areas listed below.
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