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Cushions of moss, crusty lichen and green algae spreading across your tiles? We clean Shalford roofs with hand scraping, low-pressure washing or steam chosen to suit the tiles, then empty the gutters and can treat the roof to slow regrowth.
A carpet of moss might look picturesque, but on a roof it acts like a sponge. It holds rain against the tiles, creeps under their edges and sheds clumps into the gutters every time the weather turns wet. Our roof cleaning in Shalford lifts that moss, along with the algae and lichen underneath, while keeping the roof covering intact. Clay, concrete and slate each need a different touch, and some older tiles are brittle, so we choose the method to fit your roof rather than using one approach for everything.
The job begins with careful moss removal by hand, using specialist made-to-measure scrapers, each cut to your tile profile, and lift growth without prising them apart or forcing water upwards. Ingrained algae and grime can then be dealt with by low-pressure washing or by roof steam cleaning, depending on what the tiles can take. When the roof is finished, every gutter is cleared of the moss that has fallen into it. Finally, if you would like, we apply a biocide treatment that slows the return of moss, algae and lichen, keeping the roof cleaner and better protected for longer.
Moss needs moisture and shade more than anything, and Shalford provides plenty of both. The village lies where the Tillingbourne flows into the Wey, and the water meadows release a damp mist on cool mornings that coats roofs and stays put. Roof slopes facing north, those overhung by the oaks and chestnuts around Shalford Common and homes tucked into the wooded rise towards Chinthurst Hill or St Martha’s rarely dry fully between autumn and spring, so moss spreads across them quickly.
The variety of roofs in the village means one method would never suit all of them. Older cottages and many Victorian homes have clay tiles, sometimes handmade, which can be fragile and are best cleaned by hand with little or no water pressure. Interwar and post-war houses typically have concrete interlocking tiles, which trap thick moss in their ridges but are usually happy with a low-pressure wash after scraping. Slate roofs, found on some period properties, hold moss and lichen in the overlaps and need a gentle approach to avoid lifting edges.
Leaving moss for too long lets roots work under the tiles, and the water it holds can freeze and cause damage during a cold snap. It also keeps refilling your gutters. We clean roofs throughout GU4, including Peasmarsh and the lanes leading out of the village, and always discuss the best method before any work begins.
Every roof is assessed first, then cleaned using whichever method its tiles and condition call for.
We check tile type, roof pitch, overall condition and the depth of moss, then recommend hand scraping, low-pressure washing, steam or a mix, explaining the reasons before any work begins.
Made-to-measure scrapers that fit your tile profile remove thick moss row by row, working downwards with the overlaps so water is not driven underneath the tiles.
Stubborn algae and dirt are cleared with a low-pressure wash or roof steam cleaning, matched to what your tiles can safely tolerate without wear or damage.
Fallen moss is emptied from every gutter and swept up around the house. If you choose, a biocide is then applied across the roof to slow regrowth.
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Using the right technique for your tiles protects the roof and gives the best finish. As a general guide, this is how we approach the roof types found around the village:
We always explain which method we recommend for your roof and why, so you know exactly what is happening up there.
Roofs vary enormously, so we quote after seeing photos or visiting. The price takes into account:
Photos of each roof slope, plus one showing any conservatory or extension below, give us most of what we need. Send them over and we will usually come back with a fixed quote that same day.
We scrape by hand with specialist made-to-measure tools that fit your tile shape, so moss lifts away without the tiles being levered up. Any washing that follows uses low pressure or steam, rather than a powerful jet that could erode the surface or push water beneath the tiles.
The village sits in a damp river valley full of mature trees. Mist from the water meadows and shade from the oaks and woodland keep roofs moist, especially north-facing slopes. Those conditions let moss grow quickly and thickly from autumn right through to spring.
Yes, always. Moss removal puts plenty of debris into the gutters, so we empty every run once the roof is done and sweep up around the house. It is part of the roof cleaning service, not an additional extra you need to ask for.
It is an optional treatment applied once the roof is clean. The biocide slows the regrowth of moss, algae and lichen, keeping the roof looking cleaner for longer. It is particularly useful on shaded, damp roofs, which are common around the river side of the village.
Yes, with care. Older clay tiles can be brittle, so we rely on hand scraping and gentle cleaning methods. We look over the roof before starting and will point out any cracked, slipped or loose tiles so you can decide how to deal with them.
It will. Moss constantly washes off roofs and blocks gutter outlets. Removing it, and then treating the roof to slow regrowth, greatly reduces the amount of debris reaching your gutters over the following seasons, which means fewer overflows and less frequent gutter cleaning.
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Damp, tree-lined villages around Guildford all grow moss on their roofs, and we clean them throughout the area. Choose a neighbouring location here.
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Send photos of each roof slope and we will suggest the right method with a fixed quote, often the same day.
