Roof Cleaning Prices UK 2026
Typical moss removal and roof cleaning costs by method and roof size. Last reviewed September 2026.
Quick answer: published UK cost guides put roof cleaning at roughly £8.50 to £14 per m², or about £375 to £1,125 for an average semi-detached house depending on the method. These are typical ranges, not quotes.
Prices by roof size
Prices by method
Pressure washing
£5 - £12 per m²
Usually cheapest; not suitable for every roof
Hand removal and biocide
£8 - £15 per m²
Moss scraped off, then treated to slow regrowth
Steam cleaning
£9 - £13 per m²
Hot, lower-pressure cleaning
Soft washing
£12 - £16 per m²
Low pressure with specialist treatments
Scaffolding, if needed
£16 - £20 per m²
Depends on the roof height and access
Source: Checkatrade roof cleaning cost guide (updated April 2026). Last reviewed September 2026.
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