HELP CENTER
What Would You Like to Know?
WHY IS MOSS BAD FOR MY ROOF?
Moss is not only unsightly, it can also severely compromise your roof due to its ability to absorb moisture. A large amount of water that should fall down your roof and into your guttering system gets absorbed by the moss. Moss is also extremely likely to grow in-between tiles. As the moss expands over time it can lift and even crack tiles. During the colder months the water that is trapped between the tiles, freezes and thaws, pulling the tiles apart and causing them to crack. This in turn exposes structural works beneath, leaving it open to the elements.
WHY IS IT NOT GOOD TO PRESSURE WASH A ROOF?
A lot of roof tiles have a granular coating, which is designed to wear off over the years. When these tiles are pressure washed, the coating is prematurely removed and can significantly reduce the lifespan of the roof tile. Pressurised water can also find it's way under tiles and through gaps and cracks, potentially flooding the loft space. There is also potential of damaging pointing around ridge tiles.
DO YOU OFFER AFTERCARE?
Yes, the great news is that once your roof has been initially scraped and treated. We can offer a maintenance programme for a fraction of the initial cost. This is where we apply the right concentration of biocide to keep your roof looking great and growth free. The maintenance programme would include re-application taking place between 2 and 5 years after initial treatment, this would depend on roof tile construction & condition as well as the surrounding areas. Shared roofs with neighbouring properties with growth build up will speed up the return of the organic growth, as will overhanging trees.
IS LEICESTERSHIRE ROOF & GUTTER CLEAR INSURED
We are covered with 10 Million public liability insurance. We have specific insurance that allows us to carry out roof, wall, render, guttering and ground level cleaning and restoration.
ARE YOU QUALIFIED?
We have gained the 'professional softwash technician qualification' which is assured by the global leader in skills development - City & Guilds.
HOW CAN I BOOK IN FOR A QUOTE?
You can either phone or text us on 07495 885 150 or fill out the contact form on this site
MY GUTTERS ARE LEAKING, CAN YOU REPAIR THEM?
Leaky gutters can lead to damp inside your property. Leicestershire roof & gutter clear cary out repairs. With plastic guttering, we replace the damaged section for a brand new like for like replacement. Some handymen use silicone, this is only a short term fix. Where 2 sections of guttering meet there are rubber seals and over time these perish and allow water to leak through. There are many types and brands of guttering but we stock almost all guttering so can usually repair them there and then. For a single repair in Leicestershire it's only £50.