Based in Petersfield
Roof Cleaning in Emsworth
On the edge of Chichester Harbour, Emsworth roofs take a beating from salt air and gulls. We deal with the lichen crusts and staining that come with that, carefully and without ever putting a pressure washer on your tiles.
What the harbour does to Emsworth roofs
Onshore south-westerlies blow straight off the water and salt the western side of town every winter. Combined with heavy gull activity, that is why lichen crusting and dark staining are more common on Emsworth roofs than on inland ones.
The housing is a mix of harbourside cottages near the Quay and Slipper Millpond, Edwardian villas, and newer homes out around Redlands Lane. Older roofs in particular suffer when growth is left for years, because lichen roots into the surface and holds damp against it.
Lichen behaves differently from moss. It sits flat and grips hard, so scraping alone rarely finishes the job. That's where treatment comes in.
Our approach on the coast
Every roof is looked at before we quote. On a salt-exposed Emsworth roof the plan is normally a combination of hand work and treatment:
- Any moss cushions lifted off by hand, protecting tiles and ridge pointing
- Soft washing rather than high pressure, which would strip tile surfaces
- A biocide applied to kill lichen and spores so they break down over the following months
- Gutters cleared of the debris that comes off the roof
- Photos of the finished job for your records
Getting a price
Emsworth is part of our coastal route alongside Havant, so we're regularly in the area. Call 07752 853583, message us on WhatsApp or fill in the form and we'll arrange a look at the roof. Quotes are free and there is no obligation.
Our £5,000,000 public liability insurance covers every job. If we spot slipped tiles, tired flashing or a gutter that needs adjusting while we're up there, we'll show you and explain the options honestly.
Where we work
Nearby places we cover
Our coastal days usually take in Emsworth with Havant and the Waterlooville edge. Other places close by: