Will pressure washing alone get rid of black spot lichen?

Not for long. Pressure washing can knock the visible growth off the surface, but black spot lichen has a root structure that grips into porous stone like sandstone and limestone, so spores are usually left behind. We treat with a biocide first to actually kill it, then clean, which gives a result that lasts far longer than pressure alone.

How much does patio cleaning cost?

It depends on size, material and how established any lichen or algae is, but most standard residential patios typically come in between £80 and £450. We'll always confirm a fixed price after seeing the patio rather than quoting blind over the phone.

Is there anything I need to do before you arrive?

Not much - clearing loose garden furniture, planters or toys from the patio surface helps us get started straight away, but otherwise we bring everything we need. Reasonable parking access near the property is helpful if space is tight.

Do you work on patios in Middlesbrough regularly, or is it a special trip?

Middlesbrough falls within our normal 45-mile working area from our Washington base, so it's part of our regular schedule rather than an occasional job - which generally means more flexible availability for booking.

Trusted Patio Cleaning in Middlesbrough and the Surrounding Area

Patio cleaning across Middlesbrough: biocide treatment for black spot lichen, gentle cleaning for sandstone and limestone, plus sealing advice. Fully insured team.

Porous stone like sandstone and limestone soaks up dirt and organic growth differently to sealed porcelain or dense concrete, so we adjust pressure, chemical dwell time and rinse approach to the actual surface in front of us, not a one-size-fits-all wash.

Call Trevor on 07501 060609 for a straightforward quote. We're fully insured, biocide trained, and happy to give honest advice on re-pointing or sealing even if it's not something we end up doing ourselves.

A patio clean should leave you with stone that looks close to the day it was laid - even colour, no black spot lichen, joints free of moss, and no green slick across the edges where it stays damp. That's the standard we work to on every job in Middlesbrough.

What Actually Moves the Price

Sealing, re-sanding of block paving joints and re-pointing advice are usually priced separately from the base clean, since they depend on the condition we find once the surface is clean and dry.

Heavy lichen/algae surcharge

often an extra £20-£60

Porcelain or concrete, light growth

from around £4-£5 per m²

Heavy black spot lichen, any material

around £7-£9 per m²

Sealing (per m², after cleaning)

typically £6-£12 per m²

Patio Cleaning near Middlesbrough

Homes & businesses

Pubs, Cafés and Beer Gardens

Outdoor seating areas need to look inviting and be safe underfoot, and black spot lichen or algae on paving does neither. We can work early mornings or on quieter days to treat and clean without disrupting service.

We're fully insured and can provide before-and-after evidence of the work if that's useful for your own records or landlord reporting.

Commercial and Mixed-Use Patio Areas

Beer gardens, café terraces and courtyard seating around TeesAMP (Advanced Manufacturing Park) and similar spots near Middlesbrough get heavy foot traffic, spilled drinks and food debris on top of the usual weather-driven growth, which can leave staining that a straightforward wash won't fully shift.

These areas also need to stay presentable and safe underfoot for customers, so black spot lichen and algae buildup on paving isn't just cosmetic - a slick patio surface is a genuine slip risk that needs dealing with promptly.

Patio Cleaning in Middlesbrough — common questions

Call 07501 060609 to talk through your patio and get a straightforward quote.

We look after you and your property, on every job across Middlesbrough and the surrounding area.

Trained to Treat, Not Just Wash

Fully insured
We carry full insurance for every job we take on, so you're covered throughout the visit.
Asbestos awareness trained
Useful on older properties where garden structures or outbuildings may contain legacy materials we need to work safely around.
Before-and-after evidence
We can provide photo evidence of the condition before and after treatment, useful for landlords, letting agents or your own records.
Run by Trevor, directly contactable
Speak to the person doing the work on 07501 060609, not a call centre.

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Patio Cleaning in Middlesbrough — work in progress across the flagstones, just off the A19

Patio Cleaning in Middlesbrough — close detail on the cleaned stone, a few minutes from Berwick Hills

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