Wells roof cleaning & moss removal
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What our customers say
Our reputation around Wells has been built on 5-star results, recommendations and repeat customers. Here are the latest reviews, straight from Google.
Residential & commercial
We clean listed and period stone homes, Victorian villas and modern houses across Wells, 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 Wells. Every job is risk-assessed and fully insured up to £10 million, with before-and-after photos and minimal disruption.
Local roofs
Under the Mendip hills, Wells roofs catch plenty of shade and damp. Many older properties have natural slate or clay tiles where lichen is the main problem — it needs a proper low-pressure clean plus biocide rather than a quick spray.
Properties under the Mendips catch shade and damp from the hills, and lichen is a particular problem on the older stone and slate roofs around Wells. Lichen is stubborn — it needs a proper low-pressure clean plus biocide rather than a quick spray — and that is exactly what we provide.
We also clean roofs in the villages around Wells, including Wookey, Croscombe, Dinder, Easton.
Our methods
No single method suits every Wells 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.
Shepton Mallet · October 2026
Roof cleaned and biocide treated in Shepton Mallet.
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.
Somerset · July 2026
Thick moss stripped from a shaded bungalow roof, then treated with an HSE-approved biocide to stop it coming back.
Somerset · July 2026
A heavily soiled tiled roof brought back to its original colour with a controlled low-pressure clean and biocide.
Somerset · July 2026
Moss and algae cleared from a family home, with the gutters cleared on the same building.
Somerset · July 2026
Full roof clean on a modern house — years of algae staining removed and the tiles protected with biocide.
Why choose us
Our reputation has been built on 5-star results, recommendations and repeat customers, with verified reviews on Google and Facebook.
From a small bungalow to a commercial block, your property is protected from the moment we arrive to the moment we pack up.
Quick replies and straight answers. You are never left wondering what happens next.
Not a big firm sending strangers. Shane looks after your job from start to finish.
No deposits and no surprises. You pay by cash or bank transfer once the job is finished and you are happy with it.
Specialist tools and mobile scaffold towers on every job — a deeper clean, longer lasting results and far less risk to your tiles.
Why clean your roof?
Your roof is your home's first line of defence against Wells weather, and also the most neglected part of it.
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 Wells itself we regularly clean roofs in Wookey, Croscombe, Dinder, Easton and the surrounding area.
Lichen-prone roofs in Wells benefit from a biocide every few years; a full clean typically lasts 3 to 5 years.
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.
