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Thick cushions of moss on a Puttenham roof hold water against the tiles, lift edges in frost and pour into the gutters every winter. Our team pares it away by hand, cleans each slope in whichever way that covering tolerates, then offers a treatment to hold the green back.
Old clay tiles mellow beautifully, but they also give moss an easy foothold, and in a sheltered, tree-fringed village like this one it grows fast. Our roof cleaning in Puttenham starts with the bulk of the growth being taken off by hand using specialist tile scrapers, which are made to measure for different tile profiles so they slide between courses without levering tiles out of place. Hand scraping is slower than blasting, but it is far kinder to an old roof.
Once the heavy moss removal is done, we choose a washing method to match the roof covering. Robust concrete tiles generally cope with a gentle, low-pressure rinse. Aged clay and slate fare better with roof steam cleaning – hot vapour softens algae and lichen so they let go without any blasting. After that, a biocide spray can go on, mopping up lingering spores so moss, algae and lichen are slower to creep back. Last of all we empty every gutter of the grit and clumps that tumbled in, so you are not left with blocked outlets the next time it rains.
Puttenham’s roofs are a lovely mix: steep handmade clay plain tiles on old cottages and farmhouses, Welsh slate on some Victorian houses, and concrete interlocking tiles on many later homes. They share one problem, which is the climate below the Hog’s Back. The ridge shields the village from northerly winds, so the air around rooftops stays still and damp, and frost tends to settle in the dip. North-facing slopes may barely dry out between November and March, and that is where moss forms thick green mounds.
Overhanging branches compound things. Shade from oaks, beech and conifers stops roofs drying, and leaves and needles collect in valleys and behind chimneys, rotting into a compost that feeds more growth. Homes near Puttenham Common or on the wooded lanes towards Seale often have a carpet of moss on one side and patches of yellow and grey lichen across the rest. Left alone, moss holds water against the tile, which can encourage frost damage, and clumps break away in storms to block gutters and downpipes.
Because so many properties here are older, we take a cautious approach: no aggressive high-pressure jetting, careful footing on the roof or work from access equipment where needed, and a method chosen tile by tile. We clean roofs throughout the GU3 area, including Puttenham, Wanborough, Compton and the lanes towards Elstead.
Each roof is assessed first, then cleaned in the order below to protect the tiles and leave the gutters clear.
We identify the tile or slate type, look for slipped or cracked pieces and decide whether low-pressure washing or steam suits the roof best, then confirm the plan with you.
Purpose-made scrapers, cut to the shape of your tiles, peel the mounds away one row at a time, working downwards so debris falls towards the gutter rather than under the tiles.
Remaining algae, lichen and grime are lifted by a low-pressure wash or by roof steam cleaning, depending on how robust the tiles are and how old the roof is.
If chosen, biocide goes on to delay any comeback; next, every gutter and downpipe beneath is emptied of fallen clumps, and paths and lawns are raked clean.
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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.
We make sure every gutter is completely cleared, repaired where needed, and functioning as it should. With our customer-focused approach, free quotes, and guaranteed workmanship, you can rely on SuperClean Gutters to deliver a 5-star experience every time.
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We use the latest professional vacuum systems on the industry, along with high-reach poles that allow us to clear even the hard-to-reach gutters from ground level.
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No single technique suits every roof. In and around Puttenham we match the method to the covering:
We will explain why we recommend a particular approach for your house and answer any questions before starting.
Roof cleaning is quoted per property because no two roofs are alike. Our figure reflects:
Send photos of each roof slope, including close-ups if possible, and we will reply with a free quote.
Yes, with the right approach. We remove moss by hand with scrapers shaped for the tile, avoid high pressure, and often use steam cleaning on older clay roofs because it loosens growth with heat rather than force. Any slipped or broken tiles we notice are pointed out to you.
The shady side gets the least sun and stays damp for longest. In Puttenham, north-facing slopes sheltered by the Hog’s Back or overhung by trees are the most affected. Those slopes often need the most scraping and benefit most from a biocide treatment afterwards.
It depends on shade, trees and the tile surface. A biocide treatment helps slow regrowth considerably. Roofs in open, sunny positions stay clear for longer, while those under trees near the common may show new growth sooner and benefit from periodic treatment.
Some inevitably falls into the gutters during scraping, so emptying the gutters and flushing each downpipe is built into every roof job as standard. We also bag up the moss that lands on paths and lawns.
Yes. Slate is cleaned gently, usually by careful hand removal of moss followed by a steam clean or low-pressure rinse, and a biocide if wanted. We take extra care around any slates that look loose or cracked.
Not at all. Leave a side gate unlocked and an outdoor socket available, and a message will reach you once the roof is done. Many customers like to see the roof before and after, so we can send photographs.
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We clean roofs and remove moss in the villages on both sides of the Hog’s Back, not just in Puttenham. Village by village, the links are below.
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Photograph each roof slope and send the pictures over. Expect an honest recommendation on method alongside a free, no-pressure figure.
