Moss, algae and lichen on roofs in Martlesham shorten tile life and block valleys and gutters. We carry out professional soft wash roof cleaning and biocide treatment across Martlesham and the IP5 area — protecting your roof and extending its working life.
Moss and lichen growth on roofs is not just cosmetic. Moss retains moisture against tile surfaces and mortar joints, accelerating freeze-thaw damage through winter. Blocked valleys from accumulated moss and leaf debris cause overflow and water ingress behind the fascia. In Martlesham, the specific conditions that drive moss growth vary by location — but the result is the same: unchecked growth shortens roof life significantly.
Martlesham Heath's exposed position means lichens establish quickly on west and south-west facing pitches. Concrete tile roofs on the 1980s–90s estates benefit from a treatment and biocide cycle every 4–5 years.
We use soft wash cleaning only — no pressure washing on residential roofs in Martlesham. High-pressure washing on tile roofs strips surface coatings, opens mortar joints to water ingress, and can crack aged tiles. Soft wash with a low-pressure biocide application kills moss and lichen at the root and prevents regrowth for 3–5 years without any mechanical damage to the tile surface. We also clear valleys and gutters as part of every cleaning visit.
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📞 01473 807630"Soft wash roof clean, valley clearance and gutter clearance in one visit. North slope was carpeted with moss — cleaned thoroughly and biocide applied. Looks completely different."
"Roof cleaning on our Victorian property. They used soft wash only as we'd requested — no pressure washing on the old tiles. Very professional, good result."
"Combined roof clean, ridge inspection and moss treatment. They found a section of failed ridge bedding while up there and repointed it at the same time. Efficient to get everything done in one visit."
Roof cleaning on a standard semi in Martlesham typically costs £200–£500 depending on roof size and moss coverage. Combined with valley clearance and gutter clearance — which we recommend doing together — the total is usually £300–£600. Free survey, exact quote.
Our biocide treatment prevents moss regrowth for 3–5 years in most Martlesham locations. Properties in damper, more sheltered positions may need retreatment after 3 years; drier, more exposed properties may go 5 years or more between treatments.
We don't use pressure washing on residential roofs. High pressure strips mortar joints, cracks aged tiles and forces water under lap joints. Soft wash biocide treatment achieves the same result without any mechanical damage — it's the correct specification for all domestic roofs.
Treating the moss will stop further mortar damage, but won't repair existing failures. We recommend combining roof cleaning with ridge inspection — and repointing any failed sections at the same time. It prevents the same problem recurring in 2–3 years.
No call-out fee on any job across Martlesham and Suffolk. Free surveys, free quotes — you only pay once you have agreed the work in writing. Call 01473 807630 any time.
Yes. We carry £5m public liability insurance on all work in Martlesham and the surrounding Suffolk area. We are also registered with the NFRC — details available on request before any job starts.
All our roofing work in Martlesham carries a 10-year written workmanship guarantee. This covers the labour and installation — separate to any manufacturer guarantee on materials. We provide the guarantee document on completion of every job.
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