Shepton Mallet roof cleaning & moss removal
Heavy moss removal and roof cleaning in Shepton Mallet — clearing cold, damp Mendip roofs and protecting them for years.
Instant Shepton Mallet roof estimate
Find your Shepton Mallet home on the satellite map, tap around the edge of your roof and we will show you a rough estimate straight away.
Free, no obligation — a rough estimate we confirm with you before any work.
Residential & commercial
We clean stone terraces, post-war homes and newer estates across Shepton Mallet, removing moss, algae and lichen with safe, non-damaging methods. Whether you want to restore the look of your roof, stop blocked gutters and damp, or lift kerb appeal before selling, full care and clean-up come included.
For landlords, letting agents, care homes, schools and business premises in and around Shepton Mallet. Every job is risk-assessed and fully insured up to £10 million, with before-and-after photos and minimal disruption.
Local roofs
Shepton Mallet sits high on the Mendip edge and stays cold and damp well into spring. Thick moss on concrete tiles is very common, while older stone homes in the town often have lichen on clay tiles.
Shepton Mallet sits high enough on the Mendip edge to stay cold and damp well into spring, and heavy moss on concrete tiles is the norm rather than the exception. We clean from mobile scaffold towers, clear the moss from the roof, gutters and ground, and treat the whole surface so it stays clear for years rather than months.
We also clean roofs in the villages around Shepton Mallet, including Pilton, Evercreech, Croscombe, Doulting.
Our methods
No single method suits every Shepton Mallet roof. We look at the tile type, age and level of growth, then explain whether a low-pressure clean, softwash or biocide treatment is best.
Our preferred method when suitable
When your tiles are suitable we use a flat surface cleaner rather than a lance, so the water pressure is spread evenly and gently. The only thing that touches your tiles is water, and the improvement is instant.
Best for light algae and staining
A low-pressure chemical treatment that kills organic growth and lightens staining. Ideal for lightly soiled or more delicate roofs, or as follow-up maintenance after a full clean.
Available on request
Moss is physically scraped off by hand and a biocide is then applied to kill the remaining spores. It is often seen as the safest option, but in our experience metal tools can crack or dislodge brittle and weathered tiles.
What's included
What we remove
Moss
The most common problem on UK tiled roofs. It thrives on damp, shaded, north-facing slopes, holds water like a sponge, causes frost damage, loosens tiles and blocks gutters as it falls.
Algae
Dark green or black streaks and stains, most often on concrete tiles and slate. It rarely damages tiles directly but ruins the look of a home and usually leads to moss if it is left.
Lichen
Hard crusty white, grey or orange patches. More stubborn than moss or algae, it grows slowly on older roofs and can etch into the tile surface if left untreated.
Grime & pollution
Dust, soot, bird droppings and traffic pollution build up on roadside and town properties, dulling the colour of the roof and speeding up staining.
Recent work
Our most recent roof cleans elsewhere in Somerset, with photographs taken on the day.
Taunton · September 2026
Moss removal and biocide treatment
Heavy moss growth cleared from a family home in Taunton, followed by a full HSE-approved biocide treatment to stop it returning.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Somerton · August 2026
Full roof transformation
A complete roof clean in Somerton — years of moss and algae removed safely, with no damage to the tiles.
Clay pantiles
Yeovil · August 2026
Safe, effective moss removal
Low-pressure softwash clean near Yeovil, restoring the tiles and protecting them with biocide for years to come.
Concrete tiles
Questions
It depends on the size and pitch of the roof and how much moss there is. Our minimum charge is £600. Trace your roof on our satellite map to see a rough estimate in about 60 seconds, then we confirm a fixed price before booking.
Yes — as well as Shepton Mallet itself we regularly clean roofs in Pilton, Evercreech, Croscombe, Doulting and the surrounding area.
Shepton roofs typically stay clear for 3 to 4 years after a clean and biocide.
Trace your roof on the satellite map, or answer three quick questions about your gutters. No waiting on a callback to find out roughly what it costs.
