Ask anyone who lives under the big trees of Caversham Heights and they will tell you moss is a constant visitor. Shade keeps roof tiles damp for long stretches, and once moss takes hold it lifts tiles, traps water and washes down into the gutters every time it rains. We remove it carefully by hand and with low-pressure methods, never by blasting the tiles at high pressure, and then apply a biocide treatment to slow it coming back. While we are on the roof we check the ridge and roofline, replace any slipped or broken tiles, and clear the gutters at the end so nothing is left behind.
Why roof cleaning matters in Caversham
Caversham's roofs are as varied as its streets. Around the centre and in Lower Caversham, Victorian and Edwardian homes often have slate or old clay tiles, which need a gentle hand, while houses in Emmer Green and Caversham Park Village are more likely to have concrete interlocking tiles that grow thick moss on their rough surface. Homes on the higher ground face the wind as well as the shade, and slipped tiles and loose ridges are a common find after winter storms. North-facing roof slopes, of which the hillside layout produces plenty, are the slowest to dry and the quickest to turn green. We look at the whole roof before we start and tell you plainly what it needs, whether that is a full clean and treatment, a few replacement tiles, or simply a check and a gutter clear. We would rather you spend money only where it is needed.
What our roof cleaning service in Caversham includes
- Careful moss removal by hand
- Low-pressure roof washing
- Biocide treatment to slow regrowth
- Slipped and broken tiles replaced
- Ridge and roofline checks
- Gutters cleared after every roof clean
Roof cleaning across Caversham
Our roof cleaning service covers Caversham and the RG4 postcode, including Caversham Heights, Emmer Green, Lower Caversham, Caversham Park Village, Central Caversham, Tokers Green and Kidmore End. For a free, no-obligation quote call 01344 578902 or send us a few details.
Roof Cleaning & Repairs in Caversham — FAQs
Is pressure washing safe for roofs in Caversham?
High-pressure washing can damage tiles and force water underneath them, so we do not use it on roofs. We remove moss by hand and with low-pressure methods instead, then apply a biocide treatment. It is slower, but much kinder to older Caversham roofs and the tiles last longer for it.
Can you replace slipped tiles on my Caversham roof?
Yes. We check the ridge and roofline during every roof clean and replace any slipped or broken tiles we find. If you have noticed a missing tile after a storm, call 01344 578902 and we can arrange to take a look and replace it.
How long does it last?
With a biocide treatment, most roofs stay clear for several years.
Do you do roof repairs?
We replace slipped or broken tiles and fix minor roofline issues while we are on the roof.
