Front gardens in much of Reading have long since become parking spaces, and block paving that takes a car every day soon shows it: oil marks, weeds in the joints and a green tinge where the sun never reaches. Jet washing brings driveways, patios, slabs and paths back to their original colour, and we can re-sand the joints and seal the surface afterwards if you would like it to stay cleaner for longer. For render, cladding and softer stone we switch to soft washing, a low-pressure clean with a treatment that kills the algae rather than simply moving it around. We also clean walls, fencing and decking across Reading.
Why jet washing matters in Reading
Reading's mix of old and new means we see very different surfaces from street to street. Victorian terraces in Newtown and Katesgrove often have small front yards with old tiled paths or concrete, while the back gardens are shaded by walls and fences and grow algae on every slab. In Tilehurst, Calcot and Southcote, wider driveways of block paving and tarmac pick up oil, tyre marks and moss along the edges. Rendered extensions and newer homes around Green Park and Kennet Island are where soft washing comes into its own, because pressure-washing render can damage it and force water in behind the finish. K-Rend and similar coloured renders are common on recent Reading builds, and the green and black streaks that appear on them respond well to a low-pressure treatment. We will always tell you which method suits your surface before we start.
What our jet washing service in Reading includes
- Block paving and driveways
- Patios, slabs and paths
- Render and K-Rend soft washing
- Walls, cladding and fencing
- Decking and garden furniture
- Re-sanding and sealing on request
Jet washing across Reading
Our jet washing service covers Reading and the RG1, RG2, RG30, RG31 postcodes, including Tilehurst, Southcote, Whitley, Coley, Katesgrove, Redlands, Newtown and Calcot. For a free, no-obligation quote call 01344 578902 or send us a few details.
Jet Washing & Soft Washing in Reading — FAQs
Can you clean the green streaks off rendered houses in Reading?
Yes. We use soft washing for render, including K-Rend, which means low pressure plus a treatment that kills the algae causing the green and black marks. That is gentler on the finish than jet washing and usually keeps the render cleaner for longer.
Do you re-sand block paving after jet washing in Reading?
We can. Jet washing removes dirt, moss and weeds from the joints, so re-sanding afterwards helps lock the blocks in place. Sealing is also available if you want the driveway to resist oil stains and weed growth for longer, which helps on busy family drives.
How long does a driveway take?
Most driveways are done in a day, including re-sanding if you have chosen it.
Will jet washing damage my driveway?
Not when it is done properly — we adjust pressure and nozzles for each surface.
