Sloping drives and garden steps are part of life on Caversham's hills, and when they turn green and slippery they become a real hazard in wet weather. Jet washing strips moss, algae and dirt from block paving, driveways, patios, slabs and paths, and we can re-sand the joints and seal the surface afterwards to help it stay clean. For render, cladding and delicate stone we use soft washing instead: low pressure combined with a treatment that kills the growth at its root. We also clean garden walls, fencing and timber decking, which can all suffer in the damper, shadier gardens that are so common on this side of the river.
Why jet washing matters in Caversham
Shade is the enemy of hard surfaces, and Caversham has a lot of it. Patios in the tree-filled gardens of Caversham Heights rarely get full sun, so algae builds up on slabs and paths and turns them slick after rain. Steps and sloping drives up in Emmer Green collect leaf litter that rots into a dark stain if it is left. In Lower Caversham, homes near the river live with higher humidity, and timber decking and fencing there tend to go green and soft faster than they would further up the hill. Rendered and clad homes, including newer builds and extensions, respond best to soft washing, which cleans without the risk of damaging the finish or driving water in behind it. Before we start, we will tell you which method suits each surface and whether re-sanding or sealing is worth it.
What our jet washing service in Caversham 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 Caversham
Our jet washing 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.
Jet Washing & Soft Washing in Caversham — FAQs
Can you make a slippery sloping drive in Caversham safe again?
Jet washing removes the moss and algae that make block paving and slabs slippery. On sloping drives we also clear the joints, then re-sand to lock the blocks back in place. Sealing afterwards can help slow regrowth on shaded surfaces.
Do you soft wash render on Caversham homes?
Yes. Soft washing uses low pressure and a treatment that kills algae and lichen on render, including K-Rend, as well as cladding and softer stone. It is the safer choice for these surfaces than jet washing, and it tends to keep the finish cleaner for longer too.
What is soft washing?
A low-pressure clean using a treatment that kills algae and staining on render and delicate surfaces.
How long does a driveway take?
Most driveways are done in a day, including re-sanding if you have chosen it.
