With woodland on almost every side, and even reaching into the middle of the village, many roofs in Sonning Common spend much of the day in shade, and shaded tiles that stay damp are where moss gets a foothold. Over a few years it thickens into cushions that hold water, lift tile edges and wash down into the gutters. We take it off by hand and with low-pressure methods, never with a high-pressure blast that can damage the tiles, then apply a biocide to slow regrowth. While we are on the roof we check the ridge and roofline, replace slipped or broken tiles, and clear the gutters once the job is finished.
Why roof cleaning matters in Sonning Common
Roofs around Sonning Common come in a few distinct types. Many of the village's twentieth-century houses and bungalows have concrete interlocking tiles, whose rough surface is perfect for moss, and single-storey homes in particular have broad roof slopes that hold a lot of it. Older cottages in the surrounding hamlets may have clay tiles or slate that need gentle handling. Being on higher, more open ground, roofs on the edge of the village can also take a battering from the wind, and a slipped or cracked tile is a common find after winter storms. Overhanging branches keep roofs wet and drop twigs and leaves that sit in valleys and behind chimneys. We look at your roof as a whole and tell you straight whether it needs a clean and biocide, some tile repairs, or simply a check. Many Sonning Common roofs only need attention every few years once the moss is under control.
What our roof cleaning service in Sonning Common 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 Sonning Common
Our roof cleaning service covers Sonning Common and the RG4 postcode, including Kidmore End, Rotherfield Peppard, Peppard Common, Gallowstree Common, Cane End, Binfield Heath, Stoke Row and Rotherfield Greys. For a free, no-obligation quote call 01344 578902 or send us a few details.
Roof Cleaning & Repairs in Sonning Common — FAQs
Is high-pressure washing bad for roofs in Sonning Common?
It can be. High pressure can strip the surface of concrete tiles, crack older clay tiles and force water underneath. We remove moss by hand and with low-pressure methods instead, then apply a biocide treatment to help keep the roof clear for longer.
Do you repair roofs as well as clean them in Sonning Common?
Yes. During a roof clean we check the ridge and roofline and replace any slipped or broken tiles we find. If you have spotted a tile out of place after a storm, call 01344 578902 and we can take a look.
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.
