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ROOF REPAIR & CARE

Roof Cleaning Canberra

We clean moss, lichen, dirt and surface debris from Canberra roofs using a method suited to the existing roof material and condition.

  • On-site roof assessment
  • Appointment time
  • Repair scope and written quote before work
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Cleared drainage channel along a metal roof beside solar panels
Our site photo shows the cleared roof-edge drainage channel.

Moss, lichen and debris on tile or metal roofs

Identify whether the build-up is attached moss or lichen, loose leaves, or dirt on the roof finish. Also report any leak or displaced material before cleaning is planned. A roof can need surface cleaning and a separate repair; visible growth alone does not establish that the covering needs replacing.

Surface build-up can vary with roof material, weather exposure, surrounding trees, drainage and the roof's age. We inspect the material and drainage on site, choose a suitable cleaning method and identify any repair work needed.

  • Gutter & Downpipe Maintenance

    Choose this service when visible debris or overflow is concentrated in the drainage system.

  • Roof Inspections

    Choose an inspection when you are not sure whether cleaning is the most suitable service.

Match the cleaning method to the roof surface

We check the material, existing coating, surface condition, pitch and build-up to choose a suitable method. Nearby solar panels, penetrations and drainage affect how we manage loosened debris and runoff. We assess damaged roofing or water-entry concerns before cleaning proceeds.

Where debris affects the drainage route, we plan gutter and downpipe clearing alongside the roof cleaning. Any component repairs are identified separately.

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Roof surfaces and cleaning examples

SITE PHOTOS

We cleared visible vegetation and debris from these roof-edge drainage areas. The site photos show the build-up and cleared gutters. We assess roof-surface cleaning and any repairs separately.

View the roof-edge and gutter clearing photos
Moss and debris along the gutter beside a dark metal roof
Before clearing: moss and debris along the roof-edge gutter.
The roof-edge gutter after visible vegetation and debris were cleared
After clearing: the same roof-edge gutter with the build-up removed.
Sediment and organic build-up on the base of a metal box gutter
Sediment and organic build-up on the gutter base before clearing.
A cleared metal gutter channel beside roof sheets and solar panels
A cleared gutter channel beside the metal roof and solar panels.
Sediment in a narrow gutter beside a roof junction
Before clearing: settled debris along the gutter beside a roof junction.
Cleared metal gutter run beside the garden-facing roof edge
After clearing: the exposed gutter base along the garden-facing roof edge.

Roof surface or gutter channel?

Surface growth
Attached moss or lichen on tiles and metal finishes needs a surface assessment before a method is chosen. Describe any coating, loose material or leak alongside the cleaning request.
Roof-edge debris
Our clearing photos show loose debris and plant growth along metal roof edges and gutter channels. Removing that build-up is a defined clearing task; it does not demonstrate a whole-roof wash or coating restoration.
Separate defects
A cracked tile, damaged finish or leaking connection needs a repair decision as well as a cleaning plan. Keep those items separate in the quote so the intended result is clear.

Roof cleaning quotes & assessment booking

What affects roof cleaning costs

Roof height, access, weather, nearby services and the location of build-up affect the cleaning work. We identify the included roof areas and method in the quote. Any repairs or additional drainage work are identified separately for approval before work begins.

Before arranging a visit, we explain any inspection or booking fee that applies. Repair pricing is confirmed after assessment and before work begins.

inspection and repair quote checklist

Working hours and urgent enquiries

Normal working hours: 9:00 am–9:00 pm, seven days a week. Outside these hours, an additional urgent-service fee applies. The fee is determined in the on-site quote. We confirm appointment timing and safe access separately.

Call Ellis on 0405878406 for an urgent enquiry, or read about emergency and urgent roof repairs.

Details for an assessment and quote

  • Your suburb, the visible build-up and which roof areas are affected.
  • The roof material or coating if known, nearby solar panels or rainwater tanks, and any existing leak or damage.
  • The number of storeys, access arrangements and any previous cleaning or treatment.

Photos are optional. A written description or an indoor or ground-level photo is enough to start the enquiry.

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Roof moss, lichen & cleaning method questions

Can roof cleaning fix a roof leak?

No. Cleaning removes surface build-up; a leak needs the water-entry path investigated and any defective components assessed for repair.

Should I pressure-clean a roof myself?

Do not climb onto a roof or use cleaning equipment from an unsafe position. Record what is visible from the ground and describe it in an enquiry.

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