Town Centre, Abington, Kingsthorpe
The older terraced and Victorian homes have concrete and slate roofs. On north-facing slopes, heavy moss is widely spread.
Pricing from £600 · NN1–NN6
Roof Cleaning in Northampton
Across Northampton, we clean roofs for residential properties. We remove most of the moss by hand, then soft-wash the tiles at low pressure. To stop algae from returning for 4–5 years, we apply a DDAC biocide. We don’t walk on tiles and never use jet washing. Our team does the work from towers or a cherry picker. Prices for roof cleaning in Northampton start at £600. We operate across all NN1–NN6 postcodes.
No Upfront Deposits
Pay Only When Satisfied
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Fully Licensed & Insured
300+
Roofs cleaned since 2021
100+
Five-star Google reviews
£5M
Public liability insurance
20m
Cherry picker reach
Northampton’s Roof Cleaners
We started cleaning roofs in Northampton in 2021. Our teams cover all types of homes: old Victorian terraces in Abington, concrete-tile estates in Spinney Hill, new builds in Upton and Grange Park, and steep country roofs near Brixworth. We have 100+ five-star Google reviews, and you never pay a deposit.
In this area, moss grows fast. There are many trees, the weather is wet, and the pitch of many modern roofs is low. These are ideal conditions for moss. Concrete tiles retain water in the rough surface. Within 5–10 years, moss collects in the gaps between tiles. The situation is even more acute on north-facing roofs and roofs under trees.
Every day, we work at height. We carry £5 million of public liability insurance and hold IPAF and CSCS safety cards. For two-storey homes, we use scaffold towers, while on steeper or taller roofs, we set up the cherry picker (also called a MEWP). There will be no ladders leaning on your gutters or standing on your tiles with us. There is no call centre, either. Peter answers the phone himself. Typically, we need one to two days to clean a roof. You pay after we finish and you’re satisfied with the results.
“I engaged Peter to do a top to toe roof deep clean. My roof had never been cleaned since the house was built, about 20 years ago. It was covered in grit, grime and moss. Several years on, my roof looks fantastic, with the ‘clean and new’ look having improved over time. Highly recommended!”
Why Clean Your Roof?
Moss isn’t just a matter of surface. If not addressed, it has significant negative effects:
- It holds water against the tiles. During winter, water will freeze, then expand, and eventually crack the tile surface. It will wear tiles out before their time.
- It lifts and shifts tiles. Growing thick under the laps, moss will move tiles out of their place, allowing water to seep in.
- It blocks your gutters. Moss and debris can clog gutters as they wash off the roof. Therefore, rainwater will spill down the walls.
- It drags down how your home looks, and its value. A house with a dark, patchy roof will look unappealing. One of the first things a possible buyer sees and examines is the roof.
All of this can be avoided with roof cleaning followed by a biocide treatment. Plus, the tiles will stay effective.
How We Clean Roofs in Northampton
Every roof cleaning includes three steps, each with a specific role. Take a look at the short version down below. Visit our roof cleaning service page to learn more.
STEP 01
Scrape the moss by hand
Working from the top down, we remove thick moss by hand. Blasting it with water will crack or shift tiles, so we never do that.
STEP 02
Soft wash the whole roof
We continue with a soft wash of the entire roof at low pressure. The cleaner we use is gentle and bleach-based. It will kill the algae, lichen and moss left behind, at their root level. We never clean roof tiles with jet washing.
STEP 03
Add a DDAC biocide
In the end, we apply a DDAC biocide that will inhibit the growth of moss and algae for 4–5 years. It activates every time it rains.
The soft wash method is safe to use on concrete, clay, and slate tiles, which are common across Northampton. Cleaning is done from towers or a cherry picker, so we never have to stand on the roof.
“Pete explained the process in detail and did a fantastic job cleaning the roof. He used a chemical treatment method, which I prefer, as pressure washers can damage roof tiles. A year later, the roof looks like new and the results are beyond my expectations.”
Get a Free Roof Cleaning Quote in Northampton
Call 07307 358765 for a free, no-pressure survey, or request a quote online. Send Peter a few photos on WhatsApp—he’ll tell you what’s growing up there and what we’d do about it.
Roof Moss Removal Across Northampton’s Postcodes
Across Northampton, roof types vary widely, and we match the cleaning method accordingly. During a free visit, we can inspect the roof and determine the best cleaning method.
Spinney Hill, Boothville, Spring Park
1960s–80s estates with concrete tiles that retain moss in their rough surface.
Weston Favell, Moulton, Billing
A mix of modern estates and older village homes with clay, concrete, and the odd steeper roof.
Hunsbury, Grange Park, Delapre
We have many roof cleaning jobs here. In Hunsbury, we’ve cleaned a 20-year-old roof, and it still looks appealing.
Duston, Upton, Kings Heath
Trees drop algae onto the roofs of the new builds and older estates quickly.
Brixworth, Long Buckby, Spratton
Country and village homes, often with bigger, steeper roofs that require access from a tower or cherry picker.
Most roofs need cleaning every 2–3 years. However, if we apply a DDAC biocide, the cleaning can be extended to 4–5 years. On north-facing slopes and under trees, moss will come back faster than in other areas.
“Peter and his team were brilliant! They were knowledgeable and answered any questions I had about the process thoroughly. I am amazed at the transformation of the roof and have already had people commenting on how lovely it looks.”
Roof Cleaning in Northampton: A Typical Job
One of our most requested jobs in Northampton is cleaning concrete tile roofs that are covered in moss. Let’s take, for instance, October 2024. On the ridges, in the valleys, and across the tiles, there was thick moss. Debris from the roof was filling the gutters. Accessing from a cherry picker, we hand-scraped moss. After we’ve soft-washed the tiles, we’ve applied a DDAC biocide for 4–5 years of protection. No tile was moved, and the gutters were left clear. Nobody stood on the roof at any given moment.
This is just an example of our many clay and concrete tile roof cleaning across Northampton between September 2025 and January 2026. On our Northampton roof cleaning project page and on the October 2024 moss clean, you can check out the before-and-after photos. We also clean and paint clay tile roofs using a cherry picker.
Terracotta hip roof
Heavy moss stripped by hand from the hip; soft wash revived the original clay-tile colour.
Concrete pantile
Typical mid-pitch estate roof in NN2/NN5 — moss in every channel, finished with DDAC biocide.
Slate roof, care home
Multi-pitch slate cleaned with cherry-picker access — no foot traffic on the slates at any point.
Roof Cleaning Cost in Northampton
In Northampton, roof cleaning prices start at £600. We charge based on the roof’s size and the amount of moss covering it.
We include in the price: hand moss removal, soft washing, the DDAC biocide, clearing gutters from roof debris, and before-and-after photos. On the day of the visit, we will provide you with a written quote. That’s what you will pay. There are no hidden extras or travel fees in Northampton.
| Property type | Price |
|---|---|
| Terraced / semi-detached | from £600 |
| Detached (3–4 bed) | from £800 |
| Large / multi-storey | from £1,200 |
| + DDAC biocide (4–5 years) | included |
Why Northampton Homeowners Choose Us
100+ five-star Google reviews. £5M insurance. IPAF and CSCS certified. No upfront deposits.
We Never Touch Your Roof
We use scaffold towers or a cherry picker for cleaning. Walking on the tiles or resting anything on them won’t happen. There will be no cracked or shifted tiles, because there will be no foot traffic.
The Right Method for Every Roof
Heavy moss is removed by hand scraping, and delicate tiles are cleaned with a soft wash. We choose the right and safe method for concrete, clay, slate, and flat roofs. High-pressure jet washing will crack tiles, so we never clean them this way.
Safe Access at Any Height
Two-storey homes will require us to set up scaffold towers. For steeper or taller roofs, we install a cherry picker (MEWP). All our operatives have IPAF and CSCS safety cards.
Before & After Photos
We take photos before, during, and after completing the roof cleaning. We will provide a short written report for your records, so you can see exactly what changed.
Pay When You’re Happy
With us, you don’t need to give us any card details up front or pay any deposits. You won’t have to contact a call centre, either. Peter answers the phone himself. You pay on job completion if the results are satisfactory.
100+ Five-Star Reviews
More than 100 verified five-star Google reviews from Northampton homeowners and landlords. No call centre — Peter takes every call himself.
What Happens When You Book
Free survey
We come to your home in Northampton, examine the roof and the access, and provide you with an estimate — no hidden fees, no deposit, and no pushy sales either.
The clean
On the scheduled day, we come and clean the roof from the cherry picker or towers. It’s never off the tiles.
Tidy up
Before we leave, we remove all moss and debris from the gutters and off the ground.
We check you’re happy
You pay us after we finish, and you like the results.
Should we find any roof issues, such as damaged flashing, cracked or slipped tiles, we will inform you on the spot. Addressing it early will stop water from seeping in. We will start after we cover the drains and protect the plants by watering them. Anyway, the cleaner we use doesn’t harm pets or plants.
Photo Gallery
A look at recent roof cleans across Northampton — moss removal, access setups and long-term results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Roof cleaning in Northampton is around £600 for a terraced or semi-detached home. If it’s a larger, detached, multi-storey roof, you will pay more. Roof size and the amount of moss will directly impact the pricing. The price includes hand removal of moss, soft washing, the DDAC biocide, and the cost of the before-and-after photos. With us, you benefit from a free survey and a written price. What we estimate is what you pay.
No. All cleaning is done from scaffold towers or a cherry picker. Standing on the tiles or resting equipment on them is never a part of our roof cleaning. The risk of cracking or displacing them is minimal to none.
Absolutely not, because we never use jet washing or walk on the roof. We remove moss by hand, soft wash the roof at low pressure, and work from towers or a cherry picker. Our roof cleaning doesn’t cause shifting, cracking, or damage to the tiles.
Yes. We clean roofs across all NN1 to NN6 postcodes: Town Centre, Abington, Kingsthorpe, Spinney Hill, Weston Favell, Moulton, Hunsbury, Grange Park, Delapre, Duston, Upton, Kings Heath, Brixworth, Long Buckby, and the surrounding villages. Inside Northampton, we don’t charge extra for travelling.
Every 2–3 years. If we also apply DDAC biocide, roof cleaning can be done every 4–5 years. On roofs facing north or under trees, moss grows faster, so cleaning will be needed sooner than on other roofs. It’s the case of properties in Duston, Kings Heath, and the NN6 villages.
Yes. We set up scaffold towers on two-storey homes and a cherry picker (MEWP) on steeper and taller roofs. The bigger country roofs around Brixworth and Spratton are examples. Our cleaners doing access work possess IPAF and CSCS certification.
Roof Cleaning Across Northamptonshire
While based in Northampton (NN4), we take on cleaning jobs across the East Midlands and travel up to 90 minutes for roof cleaning.
“Knowledgeable and great advice. Highly recommended for any roof cleaning style job. A reliable tradesman.”
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