Fully insured exterior cleaning · Based in Crawley, West Sussex

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Roof Moss Removal & Gutter Clear in Copthorne

A heavy accumulation of moss on a north-facing concrete tile roof had blocked gutters solid and caused rainwater to track down fascia boards. We safely cleared the roof using manual scraping from tower access, applied a biocide soft wash treatment, and vacuumed the entire gutter system.

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Project Overview

Situated in Copthorne, this residential property features a north-facing pitch fitted with concrete roof tiles. Over years of exposure to shade and damp Sussex weather, a thick, heavy blanket of moss had established itself across the roof tiles. Large clumps of moss were regularly breaking free during rainstorms, sliding down the pitch, and dropping into the gutter channels below.

As a result, the gutters became blocked solid with moss and silt. Rainwater could no longer drain away toward the downpipes, causing heavy water overflow that tracked directly down the UPVC fascias and brickwork. The homeowner feared that severe tile decay would require a costly re-roofing project. We implemented a controlled, non-destructive roof cleaning and gutter clearance program that resolved the drainage crisis and completely restored the roof line.

The Challenge

Clearing heavy roof moss and unblocking overflowing gutters requires high-level safety precautions and non-abrasive techniques to avoid tile breakage and water ingress.

North-Facing Heavy Moss Exposure — Dense, thick moss blanket covering the shaded concrete roof slopes
Gutters Blocked Solid — Rainwater drainage completely restricted by accumulated moss and silt
Water Tracking Down Fascias — Overflowing rainwater running down exterior boards, risking damp and timber decay
High-Pressure Tile Risk — Avoided jet washing, which strips tile surface coatings and forces water beneath laps
Safe High-Level Access — Executing manual roof work safely without walking directly on fragile tiles

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Don’t risk costly internal damp or unnecessary re-roofing expenses. Our team provides safe manual roof moss scraping, soft wash treatments, and high-reach gutter vacuuming across Copthorne and West Sussex. Contact Jet It All today for a free site inspection and quote!

The Solution

We executed a gentle, two-part restoration process combining manual scraping from secure tower access with a deep gutter clear and biocide wash.

Secure Tower Access Setup — Erected stable tower scaffolding to access roof elevations safely without walking on tiles
Manual Moss Scraping & Brushing — Scraped moss away by hand using profile-matched scraping tools and stiff brushes
Biocide Soft Wash Treatment — Applied a specialized biocide treatment to kill residual moss roots and spores
Industrial Gutter Vacuuming — Cleared packed moss, leaves, and silt from gutters using high-reach vacuum poles
Downpipe & Outlet Flushing — Thoroughly flushed downpipes to ensure 100% free-flowing rainwater drainage

Results & Final Outcome

The roof tiles and guttering system were completely cleared and protected, safeguarding the building structure against future water ingress.

Full Clearance in Two Days

The complete roof scraping, soft wash, and gutter vacuuming process was completed efficiently in two days.

No Costly Re-Roofing Needed

Removing the moss restored tile appearance and drainage function, saving the owner thousands on tile replacement.

Free-Flowing Drainage Restored

Gutters and downpipes were cleared completely, stopping water from overflowing onto fascias and brickwork.

Long-Term Spore Sterilisation

The biocide soft wash penetrates tile pores, preventing green algae and moss regrowth for years to come.

By choosing manual moss removal and soft wash treatment over aggressive pressure washing, the property owner preserved their concrete roof tiles, restored proper rainwater drainage, and protected their home’s structure.

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Phone

01293 324761

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07708 934168

Email

jetitall20@gmail.com

Location

Crawley, West Sussex

Opening hours
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday
8:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday
Closed (enquiries answered)
Areas we cover
Crawley
Horley
Horsham
East Grinstead
Redhill
Reigate
Haywards Heath
Burgess Hill
Dorking
Gatwick
Copthorne
Three Bridges
Ifield
Southwater

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