Sherborne roof cleaning & moss removal

Roof cleaning in Sherborne, priced online in 60 seconds

Roof cleaning, moss removal and softwash in Sherborne — careful work on stone homes, clay tiles and slate.

  • 100% 5-star reviews across Somerset
  • Fully insured up to £10 million
  • Family-run — Shane cleans, Marianna books
  • Payment on completion, no deposits

Instant Sherborne roof estimate

See your roof price in 60 seconds

Find your Sherborne 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

Domestic and commercial roof cleaning in Sherborne

Freshly cleaned residential roof near Sherborne, Somerset

Residential roof cleaning in Sherborne

We clean stone cottages and townhouses, Victorian terraces and newer family homes across Sherborne, 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.

Commercial roof cleaning on a larger building in Sherborne

Commercial roof cleaning in Sherborne

For landlords, letting agents, care homes, schools and business premises in and around Sherborne. Every job is risk-assessed and fully insured up to £10 million, with before-and-after photos and minimal disruption.

Local roofs

Roofs in Sherborne

Sherborne is known for its honey-coloured stone houses, many with older clay tiles or natural slate that are brittle after decades of weather. Sheltered lanes and mature trees around the abbey and the older streets keep roofs damp, so moss and lichen build up quickly, while the newer estates on the edge of town have concrete tiles that stain with algae.

Sherborne is full of honey-coloured stone properties with older clay tiles and natural slate, and those roofs need a careful hand rather than a hard scrape. We choose the gentlest method that will actually shift the growth, clear the moss from the roof, gutters and ground, and finish with an HSE-approved biocide so it stays clear.

We also clean roofs in the villages around Sherborne, including Yetminster, Milborne Port, Bradford Abbas, Longburton.

Our methods

Choosing the right roof cleaning method in Sherborne

No single method suits every Sherborne 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

1. Low-pressure wash & biocide

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.

  • Gentler on tiles than scraping, with no metal tools on your roof
  • Cleaned from mobile scaffold towers at the correct angle, never from the ground
  • Fewer chemicals needed thanks to the immediate physical cleaning effect
  • Instant visual improvement, ideal before selling your home

Best for light algae and staining

2. Softwash chemical clean & biocide

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.

  • Very little physical strain on tiles
  • Treats algae, lichen and general discolouration
  • Applied with care to protect plants, paintwork and surrounding areas
  • Not the best choice on its own for very thick moss

Available on request

3. Scrape & biocide treatment

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.

  • No water or chemicals during the initial removal
  • Effective at lifting thick visible layers of moss
  • Labour-intensive, so usually more expensive
  • Higher risk of tile damage on older roofs — we will always explain the options

What's included

Every Sherborne roof clean includes

  • Full moss removal by low-pressure wash, softwash or scrape
  • HSE-approved biocide treatment to prevent regrowth
  • Scaffold tower hire where needed for safe access
  • All labour, plus moss cleared from roof, gutters and ground
  • Free gutter clearance on the same building
  • Free fascia, soffit and gutter front clean
  • Free external window clean to finish the job properly
  • Before and after photographs of every job

What we remove

What grows on Sherborne roofs

Moss, algae and lichen on a roof near Sherborne before cleaning

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

Recent roof cleaning jobs in Somerset

Our most recent roof cleans elsewhere in Somerset, with photographs taken on the day.

Full roof transformation

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.

Before and after roof clean in Somerset, Somerset

Somerset · July 2026

Thick moss stripped from a shaded bungalow roof, then treated with an HSE-approved biocide to stop it coming back.

Before and after roof clean in Somerset, Somerset

Somerset · July 2026

A heavily soiled tiled roof brought back to its original colour with a controlled low-pressure clean and biocide.

Before and after roof clean in Somerset, Somerset

Somerset · July 2026

Moss and algae cleared from a family home, with the gutters cleared on the same building.

Before and after roof clean in Somerset, Somerset

Somerset · July 2026

Full roof clean on a modern house — years of algae staining removed and the tiles protected with biocide.

Before and after roof clean in Somerset, Somerset

Somerset · July 2026

A two-storey home cleaned from mobile scaffold towers, finished with a biocide treatment for lasting results.

Questions

Roof cleaning in Sherborne: common questions

What is the price of a roof clean in Sherborne?

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.

Do you cover villages around Sherborne?

Yes — as well as Sherborne itself we regularly clean roofs in Yetminster, Milborne Port, Bradford Abbas, Longburton and the surrounding area.

How long does a roof clean last in Sherborne?

A Sherborne roof usually stays clear for 3 to 5 years after cleaning and biocide, though roofs shaded by trees may need treating again sooner.

Get a roof cleaning estimate in Sherborne

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