Roof and Render cleaning in Harpenden and St Albans

Harpendenclean.co.uk offer roof and render cleaning in Harpenden and St Albans. Our roof and render cleaning treatments elimthinate moss, lichens and algae on roofs and rendered walls. Harpendenclean offer a  Soft washing process or a soft pressure washing process. For soft washing a solution of Sodium Hypochlorite is down-streamed on to the roof or rendered wall. The solution is rinsed off with clean water after a short dwell period. However for soft pressure washing the affected area is gently pressure washed from top to bottom until all the moss and algae is gone. In addition a Biocide can then be applied after the cleaning process is completed. The Biocide will kill of the spores that cause regrowth.

Moss can fall and block the gutters. if left untreated. Blocked gutters can cause serious damage to property. Rainwater that is not channelled away to the drains can find a way into your building. As a result this can cause dampness as well as structural problems. After completing the treatment filters can be placed into the Down pipes. Our roof and render treatments will prevent Future problems and also improve the look of your property.

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Roof and render treatments can be a cost effective way to prevent a property from deteriorating. It is always better to take preventative action if you feel that a build up of moss and alae around your home or office could be a problem. For roof and render treatments in Harpenden and St Albans please call us on 07757499296 to arrange a visit to discuss our pricing and availiability.

 

 

 

Pressure washing at height

Pressure washing at height plays a big part in external cleaning schedules. Power washing external walls greatly improves the appearance of a building. The poles we use extend to forty feet  therefore expensive cherry pickers are not required. Because the power washers we use are very potable we can get around a building with ease.

Pressure washing Gutters, Facias and soffits

Pressure washing gutters facias and soffits is a very effective way of cleaning. The pressure applied is just enough to remove dirt but not to powerful to damage surfaces. UPVC comes up like new and Years old grime just falls away after a final rince. Debris inside the gutter can be removed with a pressure lance. This allows rain water to drain away faster because blockages are cleared.

 

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Roof Cleaning

Roof Cleaning is now available at Harpendenclean. A soft wash/ power wash adapter is used with telescopic carbon fibre poles to clean roofs. This means that we can safely access and clean roofs, cladding and gutters. The end of the water-fed pole is fitted with an adapter. Attached to this is the nozzle. Selecting the correct nozzle increases or decreases the water pressure. Attached to the other end of the adapter is a pressure hose running to a pressure washer. We spray the roof with cleaner. We then rinse the roof with clean water. As a result, roofs are cleaned without damaging or degrading the tiles. You can see how high we can reach in illustration 1 Please see illustration 1.

Blackwash

First of all, Blackwash is applied to a roof, render, paving, cladding or UPVC. Blackwash is a highly effective cleaning agent that does not damage exterior surfaces, therefore,  ideal for roof cleaning. This fast-acting cleaner achieves  Impressive results. Furthermore, It becomes inactive within sixty minutes of application. In addition, It does not bio-accumulate. As a result, this method of cleaning is very environmentally safe. Blackwash conforms to the latest EU guidelines on Biodegradability

Biocidal Wash

Finally, customers have the option of having Biocidal wash applied to roofs to prevent future biological growth.  Biological growth such as moss, lichen and algae can make a roof look dirty and untidy. Biocidal wash will also keep the roof cleaner for longer.

Window Cleaning

Window cleaning gutter cleaning gutter repair, Harpendenclean have all the tools needed for Window Cleaning Gutter Cleaning and Gutter Repair. Our van carries three sets of professional window cleaning ladders so that we can clean windows at all levels. Our ladders reach up to 27ft. and are designed with the professional window cleaner in mind. They are traditional ‘A’ Form window cleaning ladders. Safety features include a splayed base for stability and non-slip rubber feet while the non-marking rubber top block increases support and balance as well as preventing damage. Both single and double section window cleaning ladders are lightweight and easy to move between jobs.

Harpendenclean have waterfed poles that reach up to 40ft. Our WFP hose is extended from the van and can reach around most properties. Pure water washes the windows, window frames and windowsills.  All balcony windows can be cleaned.

 

Gutter Cleaning

Harpendenclean can inspect and clean gutters from ladders up to 27ft. We also have a camera inspection kit that reaches up to 40ft. Your Gutters can be cleaned by hand but we also have the latest Skyvac. Our Gutter cleaning machine has 2 Industrial Strength Vacuum Motors giving a huge suction power of 100 inches of Water Lift. When the vacuum cleaner is connected to carbon poles we can reach up to 40ft. Because Carbon fibre is an advanced ultra-lightweight and extremely strong material it enables us to reach the highest gutters with ease. We use our inspection kit together with the gutter cleaning carbon poles.

Gutter Repair

If needed gutters can be repaired. Harpendenclean has a lot experience with leaking gutters. We carry spare parts for general repairs. Other parts can be ordered and fitted. We can fit filters to the top of downpipes to prevent blockages. We can also dismantle downpipes to remove compacted debris.

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Please contact Kevin on 07757499296 for a free estimate

 

 

Skyvac Gutter clean

Skyvac gutter clean, Harpendenclean now have the award winning SkyVac Gutter cleaner with inspection camera.

The skyVac is specially designed to suck up moss, leaves, mud and silt from guttering at height. Sky Vac also has a number of features that make it ideal for gutter cleaning. First of all it has a side entry cyclone inlet that creates tremendous lift. Skyvac also has a large variety of end tools that can get into the most awkward areas.

Harpendenclean can inspect your gutters with a camera attached to a telescopic pole. Your guttering will be  inspected  inside as well as outside with an HD camera no matter how high. Your roofing can also be inspected simultaneously. Recorded  images are very clear and any problems with your guttering will be detected. Harpendenclean have modular Carbon poles that reach up to 49 feet and specialist ladders that reach up to 32feet . They will be used to access all areas.

Harpendenclean can clean and repair your gutters quickly and efficiently with ease. The Sky Vac machine is an extremely powerful piece of equipment and we are able to reach up to all areas around the roof. Furthermore Harpendenclean also have specially adapted drain rods and brushes to fit onto tight spaces.

Gutter replacement

If you gutters are old or broken Harpendenclean can remove and replace them. An experienced operator will remove your old guttering, measure up and replace old with new guttering of your choice improving the appearance of your property. H C can also install water butts with diverters. Using rainwater from your roof for your garden etc will also save you money.  

 

Contact us

When you contact us we will call round and video all round the roof line. If there are any problems we can either reach up with ladders or suck out debris from the ground with the award winning Sky Vac Gutter machine. Phone or text 07757499296 email: elm@clara.co.uk

Gutter Debris

There can be an enormous amount of gutter debris in the rainwater gutters. Because moss, leaves and silt from surrounding trees can build up and block gutters over time. Also at the bottom of gutters there is often a clay like residue that can built up over years. As a result, If there is a storm or heavy downpour of rain the gutter can overflow and run down onto the walls and cladding. The residue needs to be scrapped out to allow rain water to disperse quickly.

While cleaning out gutters our customers can also have the cladding and exterior of the gutter cleaned. Your property can look a bit grimy over time. Particularly if you have white UPVC . We will spay it with virosol  and wash it with pure water. This will make a noticeable difference to the look of the property. It will make the plastic look like new.
We can also fix any faults or leaks in the pipework. If necessary we can detach the down pipes and wash them through. We will inspect runs to the soak away or drain to see if there are any blockages. If you have any queries about getting your gutters inspected, cleaned or fixed please contact Kevin on 07757499296. You  can email us at elm@clara.co.uk

Cleaning Glass

Cleaning glass regularly is essential to protect windows from a build up of  debris and dirt. The U-value of low e-glass can be effected if dirt is not cleaned off. This can lead to higher heating bills. High performance glazing will benefit from modern cleaning methods and we have formulated a system that is efficient, thorough and also gentle on the surface of the glass. The materials we use include premium quality microfiber, smart water, eco detergent, and swivel headed sqeegees with microfiber pads attached. Our system is suitable for Standard single, double or triple glazing, Pilkington K Glass, Saint Gobain Planitherm glass, leaded and vintage glass, inerior glass and mirrors. In fact we are able to clean the majority of glass in homes and work places. We are expert at gaining access to high windows,  roof windows and roof lantern windows. We are also expert in cleaning Bi fold doors on the inside as well as the outside, this allows maximum sunlight to flood into a room.

People tend to spend a great deal of time indoors, around 60% of that time can be at home. Clean windows can have a significant impact on our comfort and wellbeing. If you would like us to clean your windows contact Kevin on 07757499296 for an instant quote.

Clean Windows in the Roof

To clean windows in the roof you need to be able to access the windows properly so that you can make sure the whole window pane as well as the frames are clean. This can be a difficult task if you do not have some experience working with ladders and the right equipment. We are cleaning all types of roof windows every day and have created techniques that are efficient  and effective. Roof windows have become more popular as roof space is converted into an extra room. If these windows are not cleaned the light can be impeded and the room can become a bit gloomy.

You often need to work from uneven ground, this means that we can either use water fed poles that can be extended to 40ft or secure a ladder so that it will not slip and work from that. If we are able to climb up to the level of the window we can check out the guttering and the roof at the same time.

In cases where the previous window cleaner  has not been able to reach the roof windows and they have not been cleaned for years the glass can get covered in algae. After we have cleaned them the end result can be brilliant as the window is left shining letting more light into the room. This brightens up the appearance of the house from the outside too.

If you would like your roof windows cleaned contact Kevin on 07757499296

 

Remedial Painting

Remedial Painting of garage block boards and fascias in Harpenden. West facing paint was peeling off badly. We removed guttering scrapped away flaky paint and rubbed boards down thoroughly. We then washed down plastic with Ceresit 132 upvc cleaner. Then 2 coats of acrylic primer and one coat Gloss on wood. After an appropriate drying time We carefully rehung gutters. This type of job can be carried out with minimal inconvenience and will last until a full paint job is undertaken next year on the whole apartment block. You can see in the photos that the difference from start to finish is quite noticeable. We use premium quality paint which gives a great finish. The end result looks like new for a minimal cost. Access on this job was easy but we can repair paintwork on two ore even three story buildings. We work in the Harpenden and St Albans area Monday to Saturday.

For Remedial painting on your property contact Kevin on 07757499296 for a free quote. These jobs can be carried out at a time to suit you.

Remedial Painting Harpenden and St Albans

 

Gully Cleaning Station Road

We have been asked to carry out gully cleaning in station road. In the photo you can see that there has been a build up of moss and plants growing in a gully at the back of the shops in Station Road, Harpenden. This has been the the cause of a damp patch appearing on an interior wall in one of the buildings. Access could have been a problem as the gully was in a tricky position but with a 27 foot ladder secured at the base we were able to reach the blockage. Two bags of moss and plants were pulled out and taken away. We have seen this more and more lately due to the mild wet winter which has been ideal for moss and plants to grow in and around gutters and gullies.

If you would like a quote for gutter cleaning repair and maintenance   contact Kevin on 07757499296

Gully Cleaning Station Road