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[Home](/) 2. [Blog](/blog) 3. Should I clean my roof before selling my home? Selling · 9 min read # Should I clean my roof before selling my home? Should I clean my roof before selling my home? — what every Cobham homeowner should know in 2026, written by working roof specialists serving Surrey. ## Why this matters in Cobham If you're reading about should i clean my roof before selling my home?, you're already thinking about your roof more carefully than most. Cobham's combination of mature tree canopy, damp Surrey microclimate and predominantly tiled housing stock means decisions about cleaning have real long-term cost consequences. This guide draws on 12 years of soft wash work across KT11 and the surrounding postcodes. We've tried to keep it free of marketing fluff and grounded in what we actually see on Surrey roofs every week. ## The technical background Roof biology is more interesting than it sounds. Three main organisms colonise UK tiles: moss (Bryophyta), algae (chiefly gloeocapsa magma and chlorella) and lichen — a symbiotic relationship between fungi and algae. Each behaves differently and each needs a different removal approach. Moss thrives where surfaces stay damp and shaded; algae prefers humid, north-facing pitches; lichen establishes on stable, undisturbed surfaces and is the slowest-growing but most surface-bonded. ## What we recommend For the vast majority of Cobham homes our recommendation is a low-pressure soft wash every 4–6 years, supported by an annual gutter clearance and a top-up biocide application every 24 months. This regime keeps tile glaze intact, prevents moss build-up that blocks gutters, and works out cheaper across a 20-year period than letting growth re-establish and paying for full removals. - Avoid all forms of high-pressure washing on pitched tile roofs - Use only DEFRA-approved biocides - Insist on a 12-month no-moss guarantee in writing - Check public liability insurance is at least £5m - Never accept a quote without a drone survey or in-person inspection ## Common Cobham scenarios Fairmile and Sandy Lane: large detached homes with complex hipped roofs and dense surrounding tree cover. Expect 2-day jobs and recommend zinc strip protection. Stoke d'Abernon: older clay pantile roofs needing very gentle handling and slate-grade biocide concentrations. Between Streets and the village core: smaller terraced and semi-detached properties, mostly cleanable from roof ladders without scaffold. Whichever zone you're in, the basics are the same — soft wash, biocide, gutter clear, written guarantee. ## Frequently asked We're regularly asked about timing, cost, insurance, warranty implications and impact on garden plants. The short answers: clean in spring or autumn, budget £395–£995, check insurance certificates, soft wash never voids tile warranties, and our biocides do not harm established planting when properly diluted. If you'd like a specific question answered for your roof, request a quote and we'll respond with a tailored written answer within 24 hours — no obligation. ### Get your free roof cleaning quote Fixed-price quote within 24 hours. No call-back chasing — we'll email you. 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