Roof cleaning in Brisbane & the Gold CoastA cleaner roof is a longer-lasting roof.
Lichen and algae don't just look bad. They hold moisture against your tiles and shorten their life. We treat the growth properly and leave the roof as we found it, only cleaner.
- Fully insured
- Police-checked crews
- Quote within one business day
- Written checklist every job
About roof cleaning & moss treatment
- Service
- Roof Cleaning & Moss Treatment
- Best for
- Tile or metal roofs with black streaking or moss, Homes being prepared for sale or a repaint, Properties under trees where debris and damp collect, Owners who want to extend the life of a roof coating
- Typical turnaround
- Typically a day for an average home, weather permitting.
- Areas
- Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Redlands, Moreton Bay
- Quote
- Free and itemised, usually within one business day
- Insurance
- Fully insured
A roof is the most visible part of a house from the street, and the part owners can least easily see up close. Black streaks are usually algae, the crusty patches are lichen, and both keep the surface damp. Left alone, they can lift paint and coatings and make a good roof look like a tired one.
We soft wash roofs rather than blasting them. High pressure forces water under tiles, strips coatings and wears the surface. A treatment-and-rinse approach lifts the growth without punishing the roof, and killing it at the root slows how fast it comes back.
Good for
- Tile or metal roofs with black streaking or moss
- Homes being prepared for sale or a repaint
- Properties under trees where debris and damp collect
- Owners who want to extend the life of a roof coating
- Strata and commercial roofs that need a tidy-up
What's included
- Roof and gutter inspection, including damaged or loose tiles
- Safe roof access using proper fall-protection equipment
- Soft wash treatment of tiles or metal sheeting
- Moss, lichen and algae treated at the root
- Valleys, ridges and flashings cleaned
- Gutters and downpipes cleared as part of the visit
- Landscaping and walls protected from run-off
- Before-and-after summary of what we found
How it works
Inspect
We check the roof type, pitch, condition and access, and note anything that needs a roofer.
Secure and protect
We set up safe access and protect the garden, walls and any solar or skylights.
Treat and rinse
Treatment goes on at low pressure, dwells, and is rinsed away working downhill.
Clear and finish
Gutters are cleared, debris is removed from site and we report what we saw.
What affects your quote
We quote each job on its own details rather than a one-size price, so you pay for what your property actually needs. These are the main things that move the price.
- Roof size, pitch and number of storeys
- Tile, metal or concrete, and its current condition
- How heavy the growth is
- Add-on gutter cleaning or a sealing coat from a roofer
Good to know
- We don't clean asbestos-cement roofs. If we suspect one, we'll stop and tell you.
- We don't repair roofs. If we spot broken tiles or failed flashings, we'll flag them so you can call a roofer.
Common questions
Is roof cleaning safe for my tiles?
Yes, when it's done at low pressure with the right treatment. High-pressure blasting is what damages tiles and coatings, and it's not what we do on roofs.
How long does a cleaned roof stay clean?
Because the growth is treated at the root, the roof usually stays clean for a couple of years. Shaded and humid roofs grow back sooner than sunny ones.
Do you also do the gutters?
Yes. Clearing the gutters is part of a good roof clean, and it's the right time to do it because debris is already coming down.
What if you find a problem on the roof?
We'll photograph it and tell you plainly. We're cleaners, not roofers, so we won't guess at repairs, but we'll point you in the right direction.
How much does roof cleaning cost in Brisbane?
The main things that move a roof clean quote are the roof area, the pitch and how hard it is to reach safely, the roof material, and how much growth there is. We quote each roof on its own details and give you an itemised quote.
Can a tile roof be pressure washed?
High pressure can crack or chip tiles and force water under them, so we treat tile roofs with a low-pressure method and a solution that lifts the growth. We assess the roof first and tell you if anything is too fragile to clean.
What is the difference between roof cleaning and roof restoration?
Cleaning removes moss, lichen and dirt. Restoration repairs and recoats a roof that has worn out. Cleaning is often all a sound roof needs. If we see broken tiles or failing pointing, we will point it out so you can get it checked.
Where we do this
We service these areas across South East Queensland. Pick yours for local details.
- Brisbane
- Gold Coast
- Ipswich & Springfield
- Logan & Beenleigh
- Redlands & Cleveland
- Moreton Bay & Redcliffe
- Toowoomba
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Learn moreReady to book roof cleaning?
Tell us about the property and we'll come back with a clear, itemised quote, usually within one business day.