Goole's Local Roof Cleaning Company
A Roof That Does Your Home Justice
Seeing your roof tiles’ colour again can lift the look of the whole house. It’s a difference you notice from the gate, and a welcome way to get your home looking cared for.
Based in Brough, Elephant Exterior Cleaning provides specialist roof cleaning across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, with well over 2,000 roofs cleaned.
Telephone:
07872 909754
Roof Cleaning With the Finishing Jobs Included
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Roof cleaning and moss removal
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Gutter clearing
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Fascia cleaning
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Exterior gutter cleaning
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Full house rinse
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Window and frame cleaning
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Roof biocide treatment
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All cleaning mess cleared away
You shouldn’t have to book a window cleaner just because the roof has been cleaned. Our package takes care of the affected areas below too, so you can enjoy the difference without being left with gutters full of debris, splashed windows or another list of jobs.
Roof Moss Removal That Suits the Surface
Roof cleaning removes moss, dirt and other surface build-up from the outside of a roof. You might want to freshen up the house or have noticed moss collecting in the gutters. The condition and covering of the roof come first. A little growth doesn’t automatically call for a full clean, and the method needs to suit the surface rather than simply remove the moss as quickly as possible.
Where suitable, we use specialist access equipment and carbon poles to clean without walking over the tiles. Access may involve a mobile scaffold tower or a mobile elevating work platform, such as a cherry picker, depending on the property.
Every roof clean includes a biocide treatment to help control remaining growth and slow its return. Before starting, we’ll explain the access arrangements, proposed treatment and any marks that may take longer to fade.
Roof Cleaning Questions, Answered Clearly
How much does roof cleaning and moss removal cost?
Roof cleaning costs depend on the roof area, amount of moss, access and the work included. An easily reached roof is a different job from one with awkward sections above an extension. A useful quote should say whether gutter clearing, biocide treatment and cleaning affected windows and fascias are included.
Comparing those details alongside the total price gives a clearer picture than a headline figure alone. Access arrangements should also be explained, so the scope of the work is clear before a booking is agreed.
Can moss damage a roof?
Moss can cause problems when it holds moisture or obstructs drainage channels, valleys and gutters, but its presence does not automatically mean the roof is damaged. Moss that breaks away can also collect in guttering and restrict rainwater flow.
Removal is most useful where build-up affects drainage or the appearance is unwanted. A roof’s covering and condition need considering before deciding what work is necessary. Claims that every moss-covered roof faces serious structural damage overstate the risk.
Can pressure washing damage roof tiles?
Yes. High-powered jet washing can damage roof tiles and slates, so a roof should not be treated like a driveway. The covering, its condition and the roofing manufacturer’s guidance should determine the cleaning method.
Descriptions such as soft washing or low-pressure cleaning still need an explanation of the equipment and treatment involved. A gentler label alone does not establish suitability. The aim is to remove unwanted build-up without unnecessary wear to the roof, rather than use the strongest jet available.
How long does a roof biocide treatment take to work?
Removing bulky moss gives an immediate visible improvement, but remaining lichen and staining can take weeks or months to fade. The product, roof surface and type of growth affect the timescale. Treating the growth and losing its visible residue are different stages, especially with leave-on biocides that rely on gradual weathering.
Product instructions should guide expectations, including whether the treatment stays on the roof or needs rinsing. There is no single finishing time that applies to every roof biocide.
Will moss grow back after a roof has been cleaned?
Yes, moss can return because cleaning does not remove the conditions that allow it to grow. Shaded slopes, nearby trees and surfaces that stay damp can encourage new growth, while fresh spores can reach the roof through wind or birds.
A suitable biocide treatment helps control regrowth, but it does not make a roof permanently moss-proof. How long the result lasts varies with the treatment, roof surface and surrounding conditions, so neighbouring properties may not stay clear for identical periods.
How often should a roof be cleaned?
Roof cleaning should be based on the roof’s condition, not an automatic yearly schedule. Regular visual checks can identify moss or debris affecting drainage, while gutter clearance may be needed without another full clean. In some cases, a suitable maintenance biocide treatment may be enough to address returning growth.
A roof with clear drainage and little growth may simply need monitoring. Cleaning needs should also be distinguished from broken tiles or other defects, because washing and treatment cannot repair damaged roofing.
Telephone:
07872 909754
Tiled, Slate and Flat Roof Cleaning
A slate roof and a flat roof covering need different care, even if both are affected by moss. We identify the material and its condition before choosing a treatment.
Extensions can introduce another surface into the same job, so the plan needs to account for each part of the roof rather than treat everything the same.
Protecting Gardens During Roof Biocide Treatment
A roof treatment shouldn’t undo the care you’ve put into your garden. We consider plants, ponds, water butts and drainage routes before biocide is applied, particularly where downpipes collect rainwater.
Controlling spray and run-off helps keep the product where it belongs. These details are part of planning the clean, not something to notice once treatment has already started.
Why Choose Us
Well Over 2,000 Roofs Cleaned
With well over 2,000 roofs cleaned and over 25 years in the trade, we have plenty of practical experience to draw on.
You’ll hear why we’re suggesting a particular approach and what it should achieve. That includes explaining where existing wear or stubborn marks may still show after cleaning.
Workmanship Backed for 12 Months
Your roof clean comes with a 12-month workmanship warranty, and public liability insurance is in place.
We also take care of the finishing details below the roof, including affected windows, frames, fascias and gutter exteriors. You’re left with the difference you booked us for, not cleaning debris to deal with.
Straight Answers and Fair Quotes
You’ll get a clear explanation of the work, a competitive quote and space to decide without a hard sell.
We match official like-for-like quotes too. If a neighbour books at the same time, both households can receive a referral discount, making it easier to arrange the work together.
Would You Love to See Your Roof Looking Its Best?
Give the whole house a lift with a cleaner, better-kept roof. Contact Elephant Exterior Cleaning for a roof cleaning quote, and we’ll talk through what’s possible, how the work would be carried out and the finish you can expect.
Telephone:
07872 909754
Related Services
Client Advice
Confirm suitable insurance cover
Ask whether gutters will be checked afterwards
Moss and debris loosened during roof cleaning can enter guttering, depending on the method used and the layout of the property. Ask whether the provider will inspect or clear affected gutters as part of the agreed work.
If gutter clearing is an additional service, establish the cost beforehand rather than assuming it is included.
Ask what happens if roof damage is discovered
Existing cracked, loose or deteriorated roof materials may sometimes become apparent when the roof is inspected or cleaned. Ask how the provider would handle anything they notice and whether they would stop and discuss it with you before undertaking work outside the original quotation.
This helps prevent additional work or costs being assumed without prior agreement.
Ask about aftercare
Find out whether there are any aftercare instructions following the roof cleaning or moss treatment. Depending on the process used, the provider may recommend particular precautions or explain what changes you can expect over time.
Ask for relevant guidance to be provided clearly so you know whether anything needs attention after the exterior cleaner has finished.
Confirm how problems will be addressed
Before appointing a provider, ask who you should contact if you have a question or concern after the roof cleaning has been completed. Find out how issues relating to the agreed work are normally reviewed and whether any relevant guarantee has specific conditions.
Keeping the quotation and other written information provides a useful record of what was originally agreed.
Ask how your property will be protected
Roof cleaning can dislodge moss, dirt and other debris, so ask how surrounding areas will be protected while the work takes place. This might include consideration of windows, walls, conservatories, paths, plants and neighbouring property.
Agreeing sensible precautions beforehand helps establish what preparation the exterior cleaner intends to undertake.
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
Booked, done, paid. About as straightforward as you could want.
They needed the drive clear for access so we moved the car beforehand and left them to it. Roof looks decent again and there wasn't a load of cleaning waiting for us afterwards.
Denise Hargreaves
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
Access was the awkward bit here. There's an extension in the way and very little room down one side.
They checked it before booking us in, which meant I knew what needed clearing. Once that was done, the work went ahead without a hitch. No wasted visit or last-minute problem to sort out. That suited me.
Alan Pickering
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
What a difference from the gate! I'd honestly stopped noticing how green it had become.
My daughter spotted it as soon as she pulled up, without knowing we'd had anything done. Lovely people too, very patient while I found the side gate key that wasn't where I'd confidently told everyone it was.
Pamela Trent
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
My partner arranged this and I wasn't convinced we needed it, if I'm honest. I changed my mind when I saw the back afterwards.
That was the bit I'd been ignoring because you don't see it coming in from the road. Elephant were pleasant while I was around and checked access with me before setting up. The windows got a wash at the end, which I was especially grateful for as I'd only just cleaned them myself.
Laura Stanhope
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
Decent job for a fair price. No complaints from me.
Colin Mercer
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
I wanted the moss off but didn't want someone promising me a brand new roof. Ours is old, you can tell it's old, that's fine.
Ashley understood what I meant and talked me through the likely finish. It looks cared for now. Still a few marks, which don't bother me, and the gutters got a proper clear-out while they were here.
Marian Cooke
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
Roof done a few weeks ago. Waited before writing anything because I wanted to see the gutters in the rain, and they've been flowing freely when I've checked.
Used to get lumps of moss collecting up there. The lads cleared all that as part of the job and left the outside of the guttering looking decent too. Happy enough to recommend them. The front of the house certainly looks less scruffy.
Robert Hayward
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
The work was carried out while I was at home, so I had a reasonable view of proceedings. What struck me was the time spent finishing at ground level once the roof itself had been attended to.
Window frames, gutter exteriors and the affected paving were all cleaned. These were included in the quotation, but it was good to see them given proper attention. I consider the service fair value and would be happy to engage the company again.
Hugh Pennington
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
Nearly didn't bother with the clean because we're hardly ever looking up at the roof are we. But the moss kept landing on the bins and it was getting annoying.
Booked it, had it done, looks loads better. They washed down the bits underneath too so there wasn't another job waiting for me afterwards. Money well spent in my opinion.
Ben Cooper
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
Back home to a clean roof and no moss all over the path. Lovely!
Charlotte Merton
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
We'd arranged ours alongside next door and both got the referral discount, which helped us finally make our minds up. I'd worried it might get confusing having the two houses done, but it was all quite straightforward.
Ours had noticeably more moss and they spent the time it needed. Both houses look lovely now, although I'm only speaking for our experience here.
Hannah Baines
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
We have a shaded side to the roof and I wanted to know whether cleaning it would be worthwhile if the moss could come back. Ash was quite open about that.
There was no promise it would stay clear indefinitely, which helped me trust the advice. We went ahead because the build-up was getting substantial. I'm pleased with the result and now have a better idea of what to watch for, rather than assuming it needs doing every year.
Janet Woodhouse
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
The roof is clean. The gutters are empty.
They took away the mess. That's what I booked and that's what I got, at a price I was comfortable with. Didn't feel the need to stand watching them either. A capable team.
Geoffrey Watts
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
A very courteous team. I was at home while they worked and felt comfortable leaving them to it.
Thank you for taking such care.
Diana Prescott
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal
Client Comment
Goole
Our slate roof needed some attention and I was wary of having it cleaned too aggressively. Ashley explained the approach after looking at its condition.
I felt I had enough information to make a decision without being hurried. The work has improved the appearance considerably, while the signs of age are still there. That seems a reasonable result to me.
Roger Bradshaw
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Ask whether the exterior cleaner holds suitable public liability insurance for roof cleaning and moss removal work. This does not indicate how good the finished result will be, but appropriate cover may provide protection if accidental damage occurs.
Ask what the policy covers and whether evidence can be provided if reasonably requested.