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Patio Cleaning in South Bank — the finished patio after a full clean, on a TS6 property

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council · TS6

Patio Restoration and Cleaning in South Bank

Professional patio cleaning in South Bank - black spot lichen treated properly, not just pressure washed. Sandstone, limestone, block paving. Call 07501 060609.

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Older concrete flags and reclaimed stone often have softer, more porous surfaces than modern porcelain, so what's safe pressure for one can etch or pit the other. We match the method to the material every time.

Why does a patio in South Bank go black in patches even when the rest of it looks fine? Nine times out of ten it's black spot lichen, not dirt, and it favours the shaded, damp corners of a garden - under trees, behind fences, on the north-facing side of the house.

We treat, clean and can seal patios across South Bank - sandstone, limestone, porcelain, concrete flags and block paving all covered, with a biocide treatment for black spot lichen and moss before any washing starts.

Nearest Towns We Work In

South Bank sits close to Eston, Berwick Hills and Ormesby, all areas we cover as part of our normal working week rather than as an exception.

That proximity means scheduling is usually flexible, and we can often offer a nearby time slot if your preferred date is booked up.

1.8 mi3.6 mi5.4 miEston1.8 mi south-eastBerwick Hills2 mi south-westOrmesby2.1 mi southMiddlesbrough2.6 mi westLinthorpe3.5 mi south-westMarton3.8 mi southAcklam4.2 mi south-westCoulby Newham4.3 mi southNunthorpe4.4 mi southBillingham4.9 mi westRedcar5.1 mi north-eastStainton5.4 mi south-westSouth Bank
South Bank, North Yorkshire — 12 neighbouring areas plotted within 5.4 miles. Distances are straight-line from South Bank centre.

Patio Cleaning near South Bank

1960s and 70s Estate Patios

Patios from this era in South Bank 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.

A Typical Patio Clean, Visit by Visit

  1. 1

    Initial assessment

    We check the material, extent of black spot lichen or algae, and the condition of the pointing and any edging before quoting.

  2. 2

    Biocide treatment

    Affected areas get treated with a biocide to kill lichen, moss and algae at the root, not just on the surface.

  3. 3

    Dwell time

    We leave the treatment to work - this is what actually kills the growth rather than just loosening it.

  4. 4

    Clean and rinse

    Steam or low-pressure washing removes the dead growth and ingrained dirt, with attention paid to the joints as well as the flags.

  5. 5

    Final check and advice

    We walk the patio with you, point out anything worth knowing - loose pointing, a weak flag, whether sealing would help - and leave it tidy.

Doing It Safely - for the Patio and the Garden

Biocide treatments and cleaning chemicals need careful handling around plants, ponds and lawns, and we're trained in spill management so run-off is controlled rather than left to find its own way into a border or drain. We protect nearby planting before we start.

On the stone itself, safety means not overdoing the pressure - too much force on old pointing or soft sandstone can loosen joints or pit the surface, creating problems that weren't there before. We check the condition of the patio first and clean to what it can actually handle.

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.

Small patio (up to 15m²)typically £80-£150
Sealing (per m², after cleaning)typically £6-£12 per m²
Decking clean add-onfrom around £4-£7 per m²
Straightforward access, light growthtypically at the lower end of our range

Patio Cleaning in South Bank — common questions

Treat first, clean second - that's how we get black spot lichen off patios in South Bank for good rather than for a few weeks. Fully insured, biocide trained, and happy to advise on sealing and decking or fencing add-ons at the same visit.

It's a bit slower than a straight pressure wash, but it's the difference between a patio that looks clean for a fortnight and one that stays that way.

Book Before the Weather Turns

Send a couple of photos and we'll give you an honest read on whether it's lichen, algae or something else, and a rough idea of cost - no obligation.

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Patio Cleaning in South Bank — work in progress across the flagstones, on a TS6 propertyPatio Cleaning in South Bank — close detail on the cleaned stone, on a TS6 property

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