My render has cracks — can you still clean it?

We'll look at the cracking before we start. Minor hairline cracks aren't usually a problem for a soft wash, but we'll flag anything that looks like it needs attention beyond cleaning rather than working over it.

What's involved in cleaning lichen off render?

Lichen is one of the more stubborn growths — it often needs a longer biocide dwell time than algae to break down properly. We treat it accordingly rather than rushing the rinse.

Can render cleaning be done in winter?

Yes, as long as it's above freezing and dry enough on the day — biocide needs to dwell on the surface rather than be washed off by rain straight after application.

How much does render cleaning cost?

It varies with render type, property size, growth level and access, but typically runs from around £150 for a single elevation up to £650 or more for a full detached property. We'll confirm an exact figure with a quote.

Do I need to be home while you work?

No, as long as we can access the areas being cleaned and there's water available. We'll leave the site tidy and can send before-and-after photos if you're not around.

Do you clean commercial and industrial premises?

Yes, we clean render, brick and block on shops, offices and industrial units, usually scheduling around opening hours so it doesn't disrupt business.

Algae, Lichen & Black Streak Removal — Consett

Green algae, black streaks or lichen on render or brick in Consett? Our soft wash method cleans thoroughly without the risk pressure washing carries.

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Knowing which wall is doing the damage lets us treat it properly: a biocide soft wash that gets into the texture of the render rather than just wetting the surface, followed by a low-pressure rinse that leaves the coating intact.

Housing across Durham County Council covers everything from 1930s pebbledash semis to newer K-rend and monocouche estates, and render cleaning has to be matched to what's actually on the wall — a method that's fine on sand-and-cement render can strip a thin acrylic monocouche coat if it's done with a pressure washer instead of a soft wash.

Fully insured, properly trained

Fully insured: Public liability cover in place for every job, render or brick, residential or commercial.
Biocide trained (2024): Correct application rates and dwell times, not guesswork.
Asbestos awareness trained: Know what to look for and how to handle it on older properties.
Spill management trained: Chemicals handled and disposed of properly, not left to run off.

Pebbledash and render on 1960s–70s estates

Rows of terraced houses from the steelworks era, with new estates built on the former steelworks site. is typical of what we see on estates from this era — mostly pebbledash or sand-and-cement render, and after fifty-plus years it's often had patch repairs that show up differently once algae and lichen are cleaned off, which is normal and not something we've caused.

These older render systems can actually take a soft wash well, being thicker than modern monocouche, but pressure washing will still dislodge loose pebbledash aggregate that's been slowly working free for decades.

Homeowners

Render and brick cleaning for homeowners

Green streaks down the render or a brick wall gone dull and dark aren't just cosmetic — they're a sign of active algae and lichen growth that keeps spreading if it's left. A soft wash treatment deals with it properly: biocide kills the growth, a gentle rinse clears it away, and Consett homes look cared for again without any risk to the render coat itself.

Reaching rural and outlying properties

Properties a little further out from Consett are no problem — we cover the wider area and bring everything we need with us, so an outlying farmhouse or converted barn gets the same soft wash treatment as a property in the town centre.

How the process differs by surface

1
Render assessment
K-rend, monocouche, pebbledash and sand-and-cement each get treated slightly differently based on thickness and texture.
2
Brick and mortar check
Pointing condition is noted, especially on older lime-mortared brick, so pressure stays low enough not to erode it.
3
Biocide on render
Render gets a biocide soft wash with dwell time suited to how established the algae or lichen is.
4
Steam on brick
Brickwork with black streaking or ingrained staining often gets steam treatment for extra lift.
5
Rinse and inspect
Both surfaces are rinsed at low pressure and checked together before we finish up.

Render & Brick Cleaning (Soft Wash) near Consett

Our coverage area

We work across roughly 45 miles from our Washington base, which takes in Consett and the towns and villages around it comfortably. Render and brick cleaning doesn't need to be a local specialist-only job, and we bring the same soft wash standard wherever we go.

Consett, County Durham — 7 neighbouring areas plotted within 8.7 miles. Distances are straight-line from Consett centre.

Render & Brick Cleaning (Soft Wash) in Consett — common questions

Never pressure washed, always soft washed — biocide treatment and low-pressure rinsing for render and brick in Consett, with results that last because the growth is actually killed, not just moved.

From Victorian brick terraces to modern K-rend estates, we adjust our soft wash approach to what's actually on the wall. Fully insured, biocide trained (2024), and covering Consett and the surrounding area.

Don't let it get worse

Algae and lichen only get more established the longer they're left — the sooner it's treated, the less work it takes to put right. Book your soft wash now.

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Render & Brick Cleaning (Soft Wash) in Consett — the elevation part-way through treatment, in the Durham County Council area

Render & Brick Cleaning (Soft Wash) in Consett — the finished render drying in the sun, on a County Durham local street