Roof cleaning & moss removal

Roof Cleaning in Surrey & Sussex

Safe manual moss removal, gutter clearance and biocide treatment. Free quote.

Fully insured5 Star ratedSame day response
Trusted by homeowners across Surrey & Sussex★★★★★
What it is

Restore your roof, protect your home

Over the years, moss, algae and lichen take hold on a roof, holding moisture against the tiles and spreading into gutters and downpipes. Left alone it gets worse every season and can lead to real damage.

Our roof cleaning service removes all of that growth safely by hand, clears the gutters, and finishes with a biocide treatment that keeps working long after we leave. The result is a roof that looks transformed and is genuinely protected for longer.

  • Safe manual moss removal using specialist scraping tools.
  • Gutter and downpipe clearance included as standard.
  • Biocide treatment to kill spores and slow regrowth.
A clean tiled roof after Arcline removed the moss
A roof heavily covered in green moss before cleaning
Why it matters

Moss does not stop growing

A mossy roof is not just a cosmetic problem. The longer it is left, the more it costs to put right.

  • Moss holds moisture, keeping your roof constantly damp.
  • Trapped damp can lead to tile wear, frost damage and movement.
  • Loose moss blocks gutters and downpipes, causing overflow.
  • Overflowing water raises the risk of damp inside your home.
  • It makes an otherwise cared for property look neglected.
The longer you leave it, the worse and more expensive it becomes. A clean now protects the roof you already have.
Our method

Safe manual scraping, never jet washing

Plenty of companies blast a roof with a pressure washer because it is quick. It is also one of the worst things you can do to it. High pressure strips the protective surface off the tiles, can crack or dislodge them and forces water up under the laps.

We do it the proper way. Moss is removed by hand using specialist scraping tools, so the tile surface is protected. Once the roof is clear and the gutters are cleaned out, we apply a biocide treatment that breaks down remaining spores and keeps working over the following months.

See real roof transformations
Biocide treatment being applied to a roof by Arcline
What is included

Everything in a full roof clean

Survey & assessment

A proper look at the roof, the moss build up and any problem areas before we quote.

Manual moss removal

All moss, algae and lichen removed by hand with safe scraping tools.

Gutter clearance

Gutters and downpipes cleared of the debris so water flows freely.

Full clean down

The whole roof cleaned down so the tiles are back to their true colour.

Biocide treatment

A protective treatment applied to slow regrowth and keep it cleaner for longer.

Final check & tidy

A quality inspection, a tidy up and a walkthrough so you are completely happy.

Real local results

Roof transformations

Genuine before and after roofs from homes across Surrey and Sussex.

Terracotta roof covered in moss before cleaning
Terracotta roof cleaned by Arcline
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Terracotta tiled roof · drag to compare
Red tiled roof covered in moss before cleaning
Red tiled roof cleaned by Arcline
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Red tiled roof · drag to compare
Shingle roof covered in moss before cleaning
Shingle roof cleaned by Arcline
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Shingle roof · drag to compare
Aerial view of a mossy roof before cleaning
Aerial view of the same roof cleaned
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Moss being scraped from a red tiled roof
Clean roof with chimney after moss removal
Heavily mossed roof with access ladder before cleaning
How it works

Our roof cleaning process

1

Free quote

Send a few details or call us and we respond fast, usually the same day.

2

Free roof survey

We assess the roof and give you a clear, fixed price with no obligation.

3

Safe moss removal

All growth removed by hand, protecting your tiles throughout.

4

Clean & gutters

Full clean down and clearance of gutters and downpipes.

5

Biocide treatment

Protective treatment applied to slow regrowth for longer.

6

Final check

Inspection, tidy up and a walkthrough so you are happy.

Ready to bring your roof back to life?

Book a free roof survey and fixed price quote today. Fully insured, 5 star rated and trusted across Surrey and Sussex.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Do you pressure wash roofs?
No. We never pressure wash roofs. High pressure can crack or dislodge tiles, strip the protective surface and force water underneath. We remove moss by hand with safe scraping tools, then apply a biocide treatment.
How much does roof cleaning cost?
Every roof is different, so we give a fixed price after a free survey. Cost depends on the size, pitch, tile type and how much moss has built up. You will always get a clear, no obligation quote before any work starts.
How long does a roof clean take?
Most domestic roofs are completed in one day. Larger or heavily mossed roofs may take longer. We will confirm timings when we quote.
Will the moss grow back?
Moss naturally returns over time, but the biocide treatment we apply keeps working after we leave and slows regrowth significantly, keeping your roof cleaner for far longer than a clean on its own.
Is roof cleaning safe for my tiles?
Yes. Manual moss removal is the safest method for your roof. It lifts moss and debris without the force that can damage tiles, unlike aggressive jet washing.
Do you clear the gutters too?
Yes. Moss and debris removed from the roof is cleared from the gutters and downpipes as part of the job, so water can flow freely again.
Do I need to be home?
Not necessarily, as the work is carried out from outside. We will agree access and any details with you beforehand.
Are you insured?
Yes, Arcline Cleaning Group is fully insured for all roof work carried out across Surrey and Sussex.
Areas we cover

Local exterior cleaning across the South East

Surrey

GuildfordWokingWalton on ThamesWeybridgeEsherCobhamLeatherheadReigateRedhill

Sussex

CrawleyHorshamWorthingBrightonHoveEastbourneHastingsBexhill

Don’t see your area?

Give us a call and we will see what we can do. We often travel slightly outside these core areas for larger projects.

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