White uPVC fascias and soffits are one of the first things to look tired on a house. A green film builds up on north-facing runs, and black streaks form where rainwater runs over the face of the gutters. Composite and timber cladding develops algae and grey weathering in a similar way, especially behind planting or close to the ground. Left alone, the film builds up year on year and becomes harder to shift.
These surfaces scratch, streak and, in the case of timber, raise grain easily under high pressure, and water forced behind cladding boards can cause problems. Soft washing applies a cleaning and biocide solution at low pressure, followed by a gentle rinse or brush where needed. For black gutter streaks, which are often a bonded film of pollution and carbon, a specific gutter cleaner and hand agitation are usually needed alongside the soft wash.
What is included
- Low-pressure cleaning of uPVC fascias, soffits and bargeboards
- Cleaning the outside faces of gutters and downpipes
- Treatment of black gutter streaks with a suitable cleaner
- Soft washing of composite, fibre cement and timber cladding
- Rinsing of windows and frames below the work
- Protection of planting and paving beneath
- Check for damaged or loose roofline boards while working
Who it is for
- Houses with green or grey uPVC fascias, soffits and gutters
- Black streaking on the outside of gutters
- Composite or fibre cement cladding with algae
- Timber cladding that is green but otherwise sound
- Blocks of flats and commercial buildings with dull cladding panels
How much does it cost?
As a guide, cleaning the outside of fascias, soffits and gutters usually costs £100 to £300 for a typical house, with cladding priced by area at around £4 to £8 per m² depending on height and access. See our full cost guide.
