Can you get the black streaking off, or does it come back straight away?

We can remove it, and because the biocide treatment kills the algae and mould causing it at the root, it takes noticeably longer to return than after a standard rinse or a bleach-only clean.

Do you clean gutters at the same time?

Most customers have their gutters cleared in the same visit, since the access is already set up. It's usually better value than booking the two separately.

Can you prove the gutters were actually cleared?

Yes — we use a pole-mounted camera to photograph before and after, so you've got proof of what's come out rather than having to take our word for it.

What if my property has asbestos soffit boards?

We're asbestos awareness trained, so we know what to look for on older properties and will flag any concerns before starting rather than working through them.

Is your business insured?

Yes, we're fully insured, so you're covered as standard on every job we do.

Can black streaking mean there's a bigger problem with the roofline?

Usually it's just algae and mould feeding on damp and organic debris, which a soft wash clears. Occasionally it points to a gutter overflow issue worth checking while we're up there.

Soffit & Fascia Cleaning in Penshaw — green film lifted off the uPVC, on a DH4 property

uPVC Roofline Cleaning in Penshaw

Penshaw soffit and fascia specialists. Soft wash cleaning removes cobwebs, algae and black streaking, and restores faded uPVC. Call 07501 060609 today.

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White uPVC that actually looks white again, soffits clear of cobwebs and dust, and no more black tideline running down the fascia below the gutter — that's the difference a proper soft wash makes to a roofline in Penshaw, usually within an afternoon.

When did you last actually look up at the soffits and fascias in Penshaw, rather than past them? Most homeowners only notice once the black streaking down from the gutter line is impossible to ignore, or a visitor points out how tired the uPVC looks against a freshly painted door.

Semis, terraces, bungalows and detached houses in Penshaw all end up with the same tell-tale signs on the roofline — cobwebs under the eaves, dust that's turned to grime, and black algae streaking down from the guttering — but how badly depends a lot on the property's age, the boards fitted and how sheltered the elevation is.

Covering the wider North East

We work across a roughly 45-mile radius of our Washington base, which takes in Penshaw and a good stretch of Tyne and Wear either side of it — so if you're nearby but not listed, it's still very likely we cover you.

Soffit & Fascia Cleaning near Penshaw

Biocide trained, so growth stays gone

Biocide trained (2024)
Up-to-date training in biocide application means algae and mould are killed at the root, not just knocked back.
Fully insured
Every job is covered by public liability insurance.
Softwash, steam and low-pressure methods
We choose the right method for the surface rather than using one approach for everything.
Camera proof
A pole-mounted camera lets us show you before-and-after results, particularly for gutters.

Homeowners

Getting a property ready to sell or let

Buyers and tenants notice the outside of a house before they notice anything inside it, and grubby soffits or streaked fascias can make an otherwise well-kept property look neglected in photos and on viewings. A soft wash before marketing is a small job with a disproportionate effect on first impressions.

Exposed properties on higher ground

Properties on higher or more exposed ground around Penshaw take more wind-driven rain and dust than sheltered streets, and that constant damp-then-dry cycle is hard on both the growth building up and the uPVC itself, which fades faster under sustained weather exposure.

Regular soft washing keeps cobwebs and streaking from building into something stubborn, and it's worth checking the boards for chalking a little more often on exposed elevations than on sheltered ones.

Typical soffit and fascia cleaning prices

Prices vary with the size of the property, how much roofline there is to cover and whether restoration work is needed on top of the clean. These are typical starting figures for Penshaw — get in touch for an accurate quote based on your property.

Terrace or bungalow	typically £80–£120
Semi-detached	typically £100–£160
Detached house	typically £150–£250
Larger or commercial roofline	from around £250, quoted on site

The products behind a proper soffit and fascia clean

The biocide we use is specifically formulated to kill algae, mould, lichen and moss spores rather than just bleaching the colour out of them, which is why growth treated this way is genuinely slower to return than after a bleach-and-rinse job.

For uPVC that's gone chalky or faded, we use a dedicated restoration treatment rather than a general-purpose cleaner, working it into the surface to lift oxidisation and bring the colour back closer to new before the final soft-wash rinse.

uPVC restoration treatment

For chalky or faded uPVC, we use a dedicated restoration product that lifts surface oxidisation and brings the colour back closer to new, rather than a general cleaner that only shifts surface dirt.

A typical soffit and fascia clean, start to finish

1
Initial check
We look over the roofline for cobwebs, streaking, chalky uPVC and any areas needing extra attention before starting.
2
Dry clearance
Loose cobwebs, leaves and debris are cleared from soffit vents and corners by hand.
3
Biocide application
A biocide solution is applied at low pressure to kill algae, mould and lichen at the root.
4
Soft wash rinse
A gentle rinse lifts the loosened dirt and treated growth without stressing the uPVC or joints.
5
Final check
We walk the roofline again to catch any missed patches and confirm the finish is even.

Soffit & Fascia Cleaning in Penshaw — common questions

Soffit and fascia cleaning clears cobwebs, dust, algae and black streaking from your uPVC roofline, kills growth at the root with a biocide treatment, and restores chalky or faded boards where needed — usually done in an afternoon and often paired with a gutter clean.

It's a relatively small job with a disproportionate effect on how a property looks from the street, especially when paired with a gutter clean while the access is already set up.

We clear cobwebs and debris by hand, apply a biocide treatment at low pressure to kill algae and mould at the root, rinse the boards clean, and follow up with a restoration treatment on any uPVC that's gone chalky or faded.

Serving Penshaw and the surrounding area

Call 07501 060609 for a quote on soffit and fascia cleaning — no obligation, just a straight answer on price and timing.

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Soffit & Fascia Cleaning in Penshaw — the finished fascia and soffit line, a few minutes from Shiney Row

Soffit & Fascia Cleaning in Penshaw — work in progress along the eaves, 4.6 miles from the sea at Ryhope

uPVC Roofline Cleaning in Penshaw

Covering the wider North East

Soffit & Fascia Cleaning near Penshaw

Biocide trained, so growth stays gone

Biocide trained (2024)

Fully insured

Softwash, steam and low-pressure methods

Camera proof