Patio Cleaning in Crystal Palace that lifts years of grime without damaging your paving. From algae removal to stain treatment and sealing, we restore patios fast—often in half a day.
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Crystal Palace patios take a battering from shade, leaf litter and wet winters, especially around Crystal Palace Park and the slopes near Gipsy Hill. Our cleaning service removes slippery algae, black spot and ingrained dirt from stone, concrete and block paving. We use controlled high-pressure cleaning with the right nozzles and settings for each surface. The result is a patio that looks sharper and feels safer underfoot.
We’re used to the mix of Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions across SE19 and SE20, where patios range from small courtyard terraces to larger garden entertaining spaces. Many properties have older mortar joints and delicate edging that need careful handling. We tailor the wash pressure and dwell times to avoid etching, loosened pointing or blown sand. If your paving has uneven settling or tired joints, we can advise on restoration options that suit the character of the home.
Our process starts with a quick inspection, then pre-treatment for algae and stains, followed by a thorough rinse and deep clean. Where needed, we offer re-pointing, targeted stain treatment and sealant application to slow future regrowth and make maintenance easier. We protect nearby planting, manage run-off responsibly, and leave the area tidy. Homeowners choose us for consistent results, clear pricing, and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Crystal Palace spans multiple boundaries, so we’re familiar with access and parking differences across the London Borough of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham. Hillier roads and stepped gardens can affect equipment setup, so we plan hose runs and protection for paths and thresholds. Shadier plots near mature trees often need stronger algae control and a suitable sealant to slow regrowth. If drainage is sensitive, we use containment and careful run-off management to keep things compliant and tidy.
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Most Patio Cleaning jobs in the Crystal Palace area fall between £3–£8 per square metre, depending on the paving type, level of algae, and whether stain treatment or re-pointing is needed. Typical totals are around £150–£400 for an average patio. Larger areas, heavy black spot, or sealing will increase the overall cost, while straightforward rinses on sound paving tend to sit at the lower end.
Most patios can be cleaned in a half day, which suits many homes in SE19 and SE20. Timing depends on the patio size, how much algae and grime has built up, and whether we’re doing extras like stain treatment, re-pointing or sealant application. Weather also matters: sealing needs a dry window, and very cold conditions can slow drying times. We’ll confirm a realistic schedule after a quick site check.
Patio cleaning is usually classed as maintenance, so planning permission is not normally required across the London Borough of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Southwark or Lewisham. The main considerations are practical: noise at reasonable hours, safe water use, and responsible run-off so it doesn’t enter neighbouring land or cause issues on the highway. If your property has specific restrictions (e.g., managed blocks or listed features), we’ll help you check before work begins.
Yes. Our workmanship is backed by a 10-year warranty on restoration elements we install or renew, such as re-pointing and related patio repair work, when maintained as advised. Cleaning results naturally vary with shade, foot traffic and weather, but we use proven treatments to reduce regrowth and improve longevity. We’ll explain what’s covered, what isn’t (e.g., new stains after completion), and how sealing can extend the finish.
We clean and restore most common patio surfaces, including concrete flags, sandstone, limestone, porcelain tiles and block paving. Options include targeted stain treatment, re-pointing with appropriate mortar, and sealant application in natural or enhanced finishes depending on the look you want. If you’re unsure what you have, we can identify the material and recommend a safe pressure level and products that suit it, especially for older period patios.
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