Exterior Cleaning Pros

Exterior Cleaning Pros Exterior Cleaning Pros provides high-quality exterior cleaning services at competitive rates.

Exterior Cleaning Pros has been servicing the South Manchester and North Cheshire areas for over 12 years.

Carried out roof moss removal in Didsbury.The concrete tiles were holding heavy moss which prevents rainwater from drain...
13/04/2026

Carried out roof moss removal in Didsbury.

The concrete tiles were holding heavy moss which prevents rainwater from draining quickly.

We manually removed the growth and treated the tiles to kill remaining spores. This reduces the weight load on the roof structure significantly.

Carried out a patio restoration project in Hale recently involving a limestone surface that had been causing problems fo...
08/04/2026

Carried out a patio restoration project in Hale recently involving a limestone surface that had been causing problems for several years.

Limestone behaves differently from sandstone.
The surface remains more porous and reacts badly to acidic substances, including certain cleaning chemicals.

The previous owners had apparently attempted cleaning with an unsuitable product that left etching marks across several slabs.

The current homeowners inherited both the etching damage and the ongoing biological growth that had established since.

The patio sat beneath a mature silver birch that dropped leaves, catkins, and seeds across the surface throughout the year. Shaded for most of the day, the stone rarely dried completely during autumn and winter months.

We cleaned the surface using chemicals specifically formulated for limestone, then addressed the pointing which had failed in several areas.

The etching marks remained visible on close inspection but became far less prominent once the surrounding contamination was removed.

The homeowners understood that complete restoration would require slab replacement in the affected areas.

Our work extended the usable life of the existing surface and returned it to a condition where using the patio felt pleasant again.

Cleaning and treating serve different purposes.Cleaning removes what currently exists on a surface. Algae, moss, lichen,...
04/04/2026

Cleaning and treating serve different purposes.

Cleaning removes what currently exists on a surface. Algae, moss, lichen, atmospheric soiling. The immediate visual transformation comes from this process.

Treatment addresses what returns. Biocidal solutions pe*****te porous surfaces, creating an environment hostile to biological regrowth.

Spores that land find conditions unsuitable for establishment. Cleaning without treatment delivers shorter-lived results.

New growth begins immediately from airborne spores landing on a surface now cleared of competition.

We combine both approaches because North West conditions favour rapid recolonisation. Surfaces stay cleaner for longer when treatment follows cleaning.

Modern through-coloured renders like K-Rend require a delicate touch. They are designed to breathe.Using high-powered pr...
31/03/2026

Modern through-coloured renders like K-Rend require a delicate touch. They are designed to breathe.

Using high-powered pressure washers on these surfaces creates scarring and forces water behind the coating.

We employ a soft-wash technique; this method relies on biodegradable cleansers and low-pressure steam.

It gently lifts atmospheric pollution and organic staining without compromising the waterproof integrity of the wall.

Resin driveways cannot tolerate the same pressure that block paving handles comfortably.The binding that holds aggregate...
27/03/2026

Resin driveways cannot tolerate the same pressure that block paving handles comfortably.

The binding that holds aggregate in place weakens under aggressive treatment. Stones dislodge.

The surface develops bare patches that spread once started. What works safely on concrete can destroy resin in minutes.

Carried out block paving cleaning in Hale Barns.The drive had accumulated moss in the joints which pushes the blocks apa...
23/03/2026

Carried out block paving cleaning in Hale Barns.

The drive had accumulated moss in the joints which pushes the blocks apart over time.

We deep cleaned the surface and swept in fresh kiln-dried sand to lock the paving back in place. The surface is now stable and weed-free.

Worked on a render cleaning project in Hale Barns last month involving a two-storey extension that had been built around...
18/03/2026

Worked on a render cleaning project in Hale Barns last month involving a two-storey extension that had been built around five years ago.

The original Victorian property retained its period brickwork, while the new extension featured smooth white render designed to create a contemporary contrast.

The architect had done a beautiful job with the design. Clean lines, large glazed sections, and that crisp white finish set against the aged red brick.

Five years of exposure had altered the appearance significantly. The north-facing elevation had developed green algae streaking from roofline to ground level.

Red algae had established beneath the window sills where rainwater ran repeatedly down the surface.

The contrast that once made the extension striking now made it look somewhat neglected against the weathered but dignified original brickwork.

The render itself remained in perfect condition beneath the biological growth. Soft washing removed the contamination without affecting the surface texture or factory-applied coating.

Carried out roof moss removal in Chester on a property facing open fields.The lack of wind protection on the Cheshire pl...
14/03/2026

Carried out roof moss removal in Chester on a property facing open fields.

The lack of wind protection on the Cheshire plains means spores land easily and take hold on concrete roof tiles.

Over time the moss had grown thick enough to impede proper drainage into the gutters.

We manually scraped the bulk of the growth and applied a treatment to inhibit future spores. The roof is now free of weight stress and drains water efficiently away from the walls.

Older properties across Lancashire and Greater Manchester carry their own exterior cleaning requirements.Original brickw...
10/03/2026

Older properties across Lancashire and Greater Manchester carry their own exterior cleaning requirements.

Original brickwork responds differently than modern materials. Pointing may be lime mortar rather than cement, demanding gentler treatment.

Stone lintels and sills require specific care to avoid damage. Cast iron guttering needs different handling than modern plastic. Original slate roofs carry different considerations than concrete tiles.

We adjust our approach for period properties. If you own one and are in need of exterior cleaning, get in touch with us!

Working across the North West for years teaches you things no training course covers.Which areas stay damper than others...
06/03/2026

Working across the North West for years teaches you things no training course covers.

Which areas stay damper than others. How growth patterns differ between Warrington and Alderley Edge, between Lymm and Altrincham.

What to expect on roofs of different ages. How block paving from different eras responds to cleaning. Where problems hide on properties of different styles.

This knowledge builds slowly. Job by job. Year by year. It shapes how we quote, how we approach each property, what we look for before we begin.

The work might look the same from outside. The understanding behind it comes from experience that cannot be shortcut.

Pattern imprinted concrete needs resealing every few years. Most people know this. What fewer people realise is that cle...
02/03/2026

Pattern imprinted concrete needs resealing every few years. Most people know this. What fewer people realise is that cleaning before resealing matters more than the sealant itself.

If you seal over dirt, algae, tyre marks, you lock all of it in. The sealant sits on top of the grime rather than bonding to the concrete. It peels faster. Looks patchy. Wears unevenly.

This driveway in Lymm had been resealed twice in five years. Both times it failed within months. The surface had never been properly cleaned before sealing. Third time, we cleaned it thoroughly first. Removed everything. Let it dry fully. Then sealed.

If you want your pattern imprinted cleaned, comment down or dm now!

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F, 12 Bollin Court, Bowdon
Altrincham
WA143DG

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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