My patio's pointing looks like it's crumbling - can you still clean it?

We can, but we'll always tell you honestly if the pointing is too far gone to safely pressure wash, since force on failing joints can make things worse. In that case we'd recommend gentler cleaning and flag the re-pointing separately rather than risk the joints.

How long does a patio clean take?

A standard residential patio usually takes half a day to a full day, including biocide treatment, dwell time and the clean itself. Larger areas, heavier growth or mixed materials can take longer - we'll give you a realistic timeframe when we quote.

Is your cleaning process safe for plants and lawns nearby?

We're spill management trained and take care to protect borders, lawns and ponds before we start, controlling chemical run-off rather than letting it spread. If you've got particularly delicate planting right against the patio edge, mention it when booking and we'll take extra precautions.

Do you offer decking and fencing cleaning too?

We do, as add-ons alongside patio work - decking gets algae and grime buildup in a similar way to stone, and fencing can green up in shaded, damp spots. It's often more efficient to have it all done in the same visit.

Patio Restoration and Cleaning in Pegswood

Fully insured patio cleaning in Pegswood. Biocide trained, spill management trained, honest pricing. Decking and fencing add-ons available on request too.

Northumberland County Council · NE61 · 19.9 miles north of our Washington base

The honest answer is that pressure washing on its own won't solve it long-term. Lichen has a root structure that grips into sandstone and limestone, so it needs a biocide treatment to kill it off before any cleaning happens, otherwise it's back within months.

Whether it's a small courtyard patio behind a terrace, a large sandstone patio on a newer estate, or a block-paved driveway-turned-patio, the cleaning approach in Pegswood starts with the same question - what's it actually made of, and how bad is the black spot lichen.

The figure that actually matters is cost per year of clean patio, not the invoice total - a treated and sealed patio can stay looking good for two or three seasons, while a quick pressure-only wash can green up again within months.

The Wider Area We Cover

Beyond Pegswood itself, our regular coverage extends out to Widdrington, Lynemouth, Cambois and Newbiggin by the Sea and similar towns a little further afield, all within a reasonable drive of our Washington base.

If you're coordinating patio cleaning across more than one property in this wider area - family homes, rental properties, or a small portfolio - we're happy to quote for several visits together.

Patio Cleaning near Pegswood

1960s and 70s Estate Patios

Patios from this era in Pegswood are often concrete flags or early paving slabs, laid directly onto sand or hardcore with minimal drainage falls built in. Over fifty-plus years the surface has usually absorbed a lot of green algae and moss into a slightly rougher, more porous finish than newer materials.

These older concrete flags can be more prone to surface crazing, so we test pressure carefully rather than assuming they'll take the same clean as modern slabs.

Local, Straightforward, and Easy to Reach

Honest advice
If sealing or re-pointing isn't needed, we'll tell you rather than upsell it.
Clear, upfront pricing
You get a fixed quote before we start, not an estimate that grows on the day.
Spill management trained
We control run-off and chemical use so treatments stay where they're meant to, away from plants, ponds and drains.
Run by Trevor, directly contactable
Speak to the person doing the work on 07501 060609, not a call centre.

Pressure Washing vs Our Treat-First Approach

A standard pressure wash blasts dirt and growth off the top of the stone using force alone. It's fast, and it looks dramatic, but on lichen-affected sandstone or limestone it can drive spores into the pores of the stone and damage soft pointing at the same time.

Our approach treats the biological growth chemically first, so it's actually dead before any pressure touches the surface. We then use the lowest pressure that gets the job done - often steam or a soft wash - which is gentler on the stone and the joints, and the clean lasts considerably longer as a result.

Block Paving

Block paving needs the joints treated as much as the block faces - jointing sand harbours moss and weed growth that spreads algae staining across the whole surface if left. We clean the gaps as a distinct step, not just an afterthought.
Where jointing sand has washed out or gone green and compacted, we can advise on re-sanding once cleaning is done, which helps stop the same growth coming straight back.

Getting to You

With good access via A197, reaching Pegswood is straightforward for our van and equipment, which keeps travel time down and helps us stick to the time we've quoted for on the day.

If your property has restricted parking or a narrow approach, let us know when booking so we can plan equipment and hose runs accordingly.

Patio Cleaning in Pegswood — common questions

If your patio's looking patchy, dark or slippery, it's very likely lichen or algae rather than anything more serious, and it's fixable. We treat it properly, clean it thoroughly, and tell you honestly if anything else - like re-pointing - needs attention.

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

Patio, Decking and Fencing in One Visit

Biocide trained, asbestos awareness trained, spill management trained and fully insured - we look after you and your property on every job in Pegswood.

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Patio Cleaning in Pegswood — work in progress across the flagstones, on a NE61 property