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Understanding what actually goes onto a rendered wall makes it easier to see why the method matters. The active component of a render clean is a biocide, typically a quaternary ammonium compound or a hypochlorite based solution depending on the coating and the growth present. Both work by destroying the cell walls of algae, lichen and moss, which is a chemical process rather than a physical one, and that is the essential difference between treating a wall and merely washing it. Dilution governs the outcome. Too weak and growth is stunted rather than killed, returning within months. Too strong and there is risk to planting, to painted timber and on some coatings to the finish itself. Pro Clean Xtreme mixes to the growth actually present, adjusting for the porosity of the render, ambient temperature and how quickly the surface is drying. A north-facing wall thick with lichen and a lightly greened south elevation on the same property are not treated identically. Dwell time is the second variable. Biocide needs contact with living tissue long enough to penetrate, generally somewhere between ten minutes and an hour, and on absorbent sand-and-cement it may need re-wetting mid-application to stop the surface drying before the chemistry completes. Only then does rinsing happen, gently, purely to carry away what has already been killed. Homes in Yaxley treated this way keep improving after the crew leaves, because residual biocide continues acting on spores held in the surface for weeks afterwards. That is why a proper treatment lasts years while a rinse alone lasts a single season.
Straightforward dealing is the easiest thing for a contractor to promise and the easiest to check. Nothing is taken up front. There is no deposit, no booking fee and no payment of any kind until work is complete and you have walked round the property and are satisfied with it. That single arrangement removes most of the risk homeowners worry about when instructing a trade they have not used before. Quotations are written, itemised and fixed. They state which elevations are included, what the treatment involves, what protection is provided, whether access equipment is required and what the total price is. That figure does not change unless you ask for additional work, and nothing is added afterwards for materials, waste or equipment. There is no pressure selling either. Prices are not inflated so a discount can be offered for signing on the day, and quotations remain valid for a stated period so there is time to compare properly. If a competing quotation is better suited to the property, that is said plainly. Householders in Yaxley are also given realistic expectations rather than optimistic ones. Some staining is permanent, some render has been previously painted and will not respond as hoped, and mature lichen takes weeks to break down after treatment rather than vanishing on the day itself. All of that is explained beforehand. Insurance certification, COSHH data sheets and height safety qualifications are available on request at any point, before or after the work. The intention throughout is that nothing about the job comes as a surprise, which is the only reliable way to earn the recommendations this kind of trade depends on.
Pricing render cleaning accurately requires seeing the property, which is why every quotation follows a survey rather than a telephone estimate. The survey does four things. It measures. Each elevation is taken down and the total treatable area calculated, excluding glazing, doors and any non-rendered sections, so the price reflects actual wall rather than the outline of the building. It grades the growth. Light green algae, established black staining and mature lichen require progressively more product and longer dwell times, and heavily colonised elevations may need a second application some weeks later. That is identified and priced at the outset rather than raised afterwards. It assesses access. Ground conditions, side passage widths, conservatories, outbuildings, boundary treatments and overhead obstructions all determine whether extended soft wash equipment is sufficient or whether a tower or powered platform is required. Access is by far the largest single variable in any quotation. It records condition. Cracking, blown sections, previously painted render and permanent staining are noted and discussed, because cleaning will reveal these rather than conceal them. Photographs are taken so there is an agreed record of the wall before anything is applied, which removes later ambiguity about what was already present. Where repair should come first, that is said plainly rather than quietly worked around. From those four inputs a fixed figure follows. Typical results are £280 to £430 for terraced homes, £400 to £620 for semi-detached, £550 to £880 for detached, and individual pricing above three storeys, which broadly equates to £4 to £8 per square metre. Surveys for properties in Yaxley are free and carry no obligation, and the resulting quotation is issued in writing with the scope set out clearly enough to compare properly against anyone else’s figure.
Remove years of dirt, grime, algae and staining for a cleaner, fresher finish.
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Keep your property looking its best with regular render cleaning.
Keep your property looking clean, fresh and well maintained with professional render cleaning in Yaxley. Over time, rendered walls can become affected by algae, moss, dirt, staining and other environmental contaminants, leaving the exterior looking tired and discoloured. Our professional render cleaning service is designed to safely restore the appearance of rendered surfaces without causing unnecessary damage.
Industrial and logistics buildings present render cleaning at its most demanding scale. Distribution units, manufacturing premises, trade counters and business park terraces carry vast uninterrupted elevations, often two or three storeys of unbroken wall, and they sit in environments where vehicle movement never really stops. Planning the works around that is most of the job. Treatment is delivered by extended soft wash equipment wherever possible, since it reaches high elevations from ground level and avoids putting platforms into yards where lorries are manoeuvring. Where powered access is unavoidable, it is programmed alongside a traffic management plan agreed in advance with the site, covering exclusion zones, banksman cover, delivery timings and protection of loading doors, gates and barriers. Industrial render collects more than organic growth. Elevations facing yards and access routes accumulate exhaust deposits, brake dust, general airborne grime and diesel staining alongside algae, and these need a regime that removes both rather than lifting the green and leaving grey behind. Application strength and coverage are set accordingly. Timing is flexible. Night working, weekend attendance and shutdown periods are all routine, and elevations can be phased so no yard, dock or fire escape is obstructed for long. Site inductions are completed and permits to work obtained wherever the occupier requires them. Facilities and estates teams in Yaxley can request a survey covering the whole footprint, a written specification per elevation and a fixed programme, along with risk assessments, method statements, COSHH information and insurance certification. Multi-unit estates are typically best handled on a rolling cycle so every building is maintained to the same standard rather than treated only once one becomes conspicuously worse than the rest of the estate.
Founded in 2016 by Karl Crofts, Pro Clean Xtreme has grown from a dedicated one-man operation into a trusted family-run team. Joined by his wife Lindsay and family members Callum and Rachel, we pride ourselves on delivering professional, safety-first cleaning. By combining honest communication with continuous investment in the industry’s best low-pressure steam equipment and safe access systems, we deliver exceptional results for every residential, commercial, and industrial client.
Founded by Karl Crofts, delivering reliable local service for over a decade.
Our own tracked cherry picker provides safe access without walking on tiles.
Safe low-pressure steam cleaning, softwashing, and specialist pre-solar preparation.
Ten years of trusted, family-run service delivering high-quality workmanship on every project.
Whether your render has developed green algae, dark staining or general weathering, professional cleaning can make a significant difference to the appearance of your property. We take care to assess the condition and type of render before cleaning, helping us select an appropriate approach for the surface. This allows us to achieve thorough results while minimising the risk of damage to delicate or textured finishes.
We take immense pride in the reputation we have built across Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas since 2016. As a family-run business, delivering exceptional customer service, honest communication, and high-quality workmanship is at the heart of everything we do. Read through our latest Google reviews to see why residential homeowners, housing associations, and commercial contractors consistently trust Pro Clean Xtreme to safely protect and restore their properties.
There is no fixed schedule as it depends on the property’s location, exposure and surrounding environment. Render that is shaded or surrounded by trees may require cleaning more frequently.
Yes. Professional render cleaning can remove algae and other organic growth that has developed across the surface.
The correct cleaning method should be selected based on the type and condition of the render. We assess the surface before cleaning to help ensure an appropriate approach is used.
Professional cleaning can significantly improve render affected by dirt, algae, organic growth and black staining. The final result can depend on the severity and age of the staining.
Yes. Render cleaning can be carried out on many types of residential and commercial properties, helping maintain a clean and professional exterior.
Getting an initial estimate for your property is completely effortless. Simply fill out the form below with your full property address, and our family-run team will utilise Google Earth before providing a quotation. Whether you are a homeowner, a housing association, or an installation company preparing a site, let us know your specific requirements and we will get back to you promptly with an initial assessment.
