A neglected patio is the quickest way to make a beautiful garden feel tired. Even the smartest landscaping looks dull next to slabs that have turned green or developed a coat of black-spot lichen. Patio cleaning in Leicester is one of the most popular services we offer at Jet Waves, and in most cases we can lift years of grime in a single day.
What patio cleaning involves
We start by sweeping the patio clear of loose debris and protecting any nearby planting that needs it. We then apply a treatment appropriate to the contamination — usually a biocide for algae and lichen — and allow it to dwell. After that we use a 200-bar pressure washer fitted with a rotary surface cleaner. The surface cleaner spreads the pressure across a wider footprint, giving an even, line-free finish that single-nozzle wands simply cannot match.
The Leicester climate problem
Patios in Leicester face a particular challenge. The combination of damp winters, shaded gardens and overhanging trees makes them perfect breeding grounds for algae. South-facing slabs fare a little better, but anything in the shade for half the day will green up surprisingly quickly. Regular cleaning also keeps your patio safer underfoot — algae is one of the leading causes of slips and falls in domestic gardens.
The surfaces we clean
We routinely clean Indian stone, sandstone, limestone, porcelain, concrete flags, riven slabs, granite setts and brick paving. Each one has its quirks. Indian stone needs care around the soft edges. Porcelain looks intimidating but is actually one of the easiest to clean. Concrete tolerates higher pressure but holds onto stains. We adjust the approach for each.
Joints, sealing and re-sanding
If your patio joints are pointed with mortar, we keep pressure away from those joints to avoid blowing them out. Where joints are sand-filled we will often re-sand at the end of the job. We do not sell aftercare sealants ourselves, but we are happy to recommend a tradesperson if that is something you want to add.
Get a price for your patio
We cover Leicester, Oadby, Wigston, Loughborough, Hinckley and the surrounding areas. Send us a few photos with rough measurements and we will come back the same day with a free written quote.