Roof coating in Wickford.
Roof coating in Wickford covering SS11–SS12 — soft washing, moss removal, ridge re-bedding and a breathable protective coating applied by working roofers, across Runwell, Battlesbridge, Rettendon and the surrounding villages. From £1,200 with fixed written quotes, no deposits and 4.9★ across 305+ reviews.
- Roof cleaning & coating across SS11–SS12
- Soft wash — never high-pressure jetting
- Ridge re-bedding & tile repairs included
- Written guarantee, £5m insured
Roof cleaning & coating in Wickford
- Soft wash roof cleaning & moss removal
- Biocide treatment for moss, algae & lichen
- Breathable protective roof coating
- Concrete & clay tile coating
- Ridge & hip re-bedding and re-pointing
- Broken and slipped tile replacement
- Valley, flashing & verge repairs
- Gutter clearing & downpipe flushing
- Fascia, soffit & render cleaning
- Scaffolding & safe roof access in-house
- Full drone and photo roof survey
- Written guarantee on coated roofs
Roof coating work Wickford homeowners ask for
A coating is only as good as the preparation underneath it. Cleaning, repairs and re-bedding are part of the job here, not optional extras bolted on afterwards.
Soft wash roof cleaning
Low-pressure soft washing lifts moss, algae and lichen without blasting the surface off concrete tiles the way a jet wash does. Scraping first, then a soft wash, then a biocide that keeps killing spores for months.
Protective roof coating
A breathable, water-repellent coating sprayed in two or three coats once the roof is clean and dry. It seals porous concrete tiles, sheds water, slows moss regrowth and restores the colour.
Ridge & hip re-bedding
Most old roofs have ridge tiles bedded on sand-and-cement that has cracked. We re-bed on fresh mortar or fit dry-fix ridge systems with mechanical fixings — a coating over loose ridges is money wasted.
Tile repairs before coating
Slipped, cracked and delaminated tiles get replaced, nail sickness gets addressed and valleys and flashings get checked. We only coat a roof that is sound underneath.
Colour restoration
Choose from terracotta, slate grey, charcoal, brown and black finishes. A tired 1970s concrete roof looks like a new one at a fraction of the cost of a re-roof.
Gutters, fascias & render
While the scaffold is up we clear the gutters, flush the downpipes and can soft wash fascias, soffits and rendered walls so the whole elevation matches.
Moss prevention
Biocide treatment plus optional copper or zinc ridge strips that release ions in rainwater and keep north-facing Essex roof slopes clear for years.
Honest re-roof advice
Sometimes coating is the wrong answer. If the battens or felt are finished, or the tiles are delaminating, we tell you and price a re-roof instead of selling you paint on a failing roof.
What roof coating costs in Wickford — and what it does not do
Roof coating has a reputation problem because of doorstep sellers. Here are the real numbers and the honest limits.
Typical roof coating cost
A standard three-bed semi in Essex is usually £1,200–£2,500 for cleaning, moss removal and a full coating. A larger detached house with steep pitches or scaffolding needs is typically £2,500–£4,500. Ridge re-bedding and tile repairs are priced separately and shown on the quote.
Clean-only is cheaper
If your tiles are sound and you just want the moss gone, soft washing and a biocide treatment on its own is generally £500–£1,200 depending on roof size and access.
How long it lasts
A properly prepared and coated roof typically keeps its finish and water repellency for 10–15 years, with the biocide holding moss back for several years before any regrowth appears.
It is not a re-roof
Coating protects and restores sound tiles. It does not fix rotten battens, failed felt or delaminating tiles. Anyone telling you a coating adds decades to a worn-out roof is selling, not surveying.
Breathability matters
The coating must let moisture vapour escape. Cheap non-breathable sealers trap damp in the tiles and cause spalling in frost. We use breathable, water-repellent systems only.
Guarantee & insurance
Written workmanship guarantee on coated roofs, £5m public liability, and a full photo record before and after. No deposits taken on cleaning work.
How a Wickford roof coating job runs
- Step 1
Free roof survey
We inspect from ladders, scaffold or drone and photograph everything — tile condition, ridges, valleys, flashings and felt — then tell you honestly whether coating is worth doing.
- Step 2
Fixed written quote
Cleaning, repairs, re-bedding, coating and access all itemised in one fixed price. No day-rate surprises and no pressure sales visit.
- Step 3
Access & protection
Scaffold or a safe access system goes up, and drives, patios, planting and solar panels are sheeted before anything is sprayed or scraped.
- Step 4
Clean & treat
Moss scraped off, roof soft washed, gutters cleared of debris, then a biocide applied to kill remaining spores and stop rapid regrowth.
- Step 5
Repairs & re-bedding
Tiles replaced, ridges and hips re-bedded or dry-fixed, verges and flashings made good, and the roof left to dry properly before coating.
- Step 6
Coat & hand over
Two to three sprayed coats of breathable coating, a final inspection with you, before-and-after photos and a written guarantee.
Coating roofs in and around Wickford
Roofs across Wickford and SS11–SS12 run from Victorian slate to 1970s concrete interlockers. These are the things that decide whether coating is the right call here.
Damp, mild Essex winters
Roofs around Wickford sit under long damp spells from October to March, which is exactly what moss and algae need. North-facing slopes in SS11–SS12 green over fastest, and that moss holds water against the tiles all winter.
1960s–80s concrete tiles
A lot of Wickford housing stock is concrete interlocking tile from the 60s to 80s. Those tiles go porous with age — coating them seals the surface and buys years, which is exactly what the process is for.
Tree cover & shaded plots
Mature trees on older Wickford plots drop leaf litter and keep slopes shaded and damp. We clear the gutters and valleys at the same time, otherwise the moss is back within a season.
Coastal salt & wind
Nearer the Essex coast, salt-laden wind accelerates surface erosion and lifts poorly bedded ridge tiles. We mechanically fix ridges rather than relying on mortar alone in exposed spots.
Conservation areas & old slate
Period and listed properties in Wickford need different treatment — natural slate and handmade clay peg tiles should be cleaned and repaired, not coated. We say so rather than spraying something that shouldn't be sprayed.
Nail sickness on older roofs
Older Wickford roofs often have corroded nails and tired felt. A survey tells us whether you need cleaning and coating or a proper re-roof — we price both honestly.
Why use us for roof coating in Wickford
Roofers, not cold callers
We are a working roofing and building company. Coating is one of the things we do, so if your roof needs repairs instead we will tell you and price them properly.
Proper preparation
Most coating failures come from spraying over damp moss and loose surfaces. We scrape, wash, treat and dry the roof first — that is the part that makes it last.
Scaffolding included
Own access equipment and scaffolders, priced in the quote rather than added afterwards.
Fixed written quotes
One price after a real survey. No high-pressure doorstep pitch, no 'today only' discount, no deposit before work starts.
£5m public liability
Fully insured, with everything sheeted and protected before a spray gun comes out.
4.9★ from 305+ reviews
Family-run and local, working across Colchester and Essex on reputation and repeat work.
Roof coating in Wickford & across SS11–SS12
- Wickford
- Runwell
- Battlesbridge
- Rettendon
- Shotgate
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Roof coating Wickford — your questions answered
How much does roof coating cost in Wickford?+
A typical three-bed semi in Wickford is around £1,200–£2,500 for moss removal, soft washing and a full breathable coating. Larger detached homes, steep pitches or roofs needing scaffolding usually run £2,500–£4,500. Ridge re-bedding and tile replacement are quoted separately so you can see exactly what you are paying for.
Is roof coating actually worth it?+
On sound concrete or clay tiles that have gone porous and mossy, yes — it cleans up the house, sheds water, slows moss regrowth and costs a fraction of a re-roof. On a roof with failed felt, rotten battens or delaminating tiles it is a waste of money, and we will tell you that at the survey rather than take the job.
How long does a roof coating last?+
A properly prepared roof usually holds its finish and water repellency for 10–15 years. The biocide treatment keeps moss and algae down for several years, and a light re-treatment later on extends it further. Preparation is what decides the lifespan, not the brand of coating.
Will you clean the moss off first?+
Always. Moss is scraped off, the roof is soft washed at low pressure so the tile surface is not damaged, gutters and valleys are cleared of debris, and a biocide is applied to kill remaining spores. Only once the roof is clean and dry does any coating go on.
Do you jet wash the roof?+
No. High-pressure jet washing strips the surface off concrete tiles, forces water under them and shortens the life of the roof. We soft wash at low pressure and let the biocide do the work instead.
Can you coat a slate roof?+
We do not coat natural slate, and we would not recommend anyone else does either. Slate should be cleaned, repaired and re-fixed. The same goes for handmade clay peg tiles on period Wickford properties — coating is for concrete and modern clay tiles.
How long does the work take?+
Most Wickford houses take two to four days in total — a day for cleaning and repairs, drying time, then a day for coating. Weather matters: the roof needs to be dry and above about 5°C, so we plan around the forecast rather than rush it.
Do you re-bed the ridge tiles?+
Where they need it, yes. Cracked mortar on ridges and hips is the most common fault we find in SS11–SS12. We re-bed on fresh mortar or fit a dry-fix ridge system with mechanical fixings, which is the longer-lasting option in exposed and coastal spots.
What colours can I have?+
Terracotta, brown, charcoal, slate grey and black are the usual choices. A tired grey-green 1970s concrete roof comes back looking close to new, and we can show you photos of finished roofs locally before you decide.
Are you insured and do you guarantee the work?+
Yes — £5m public liability, a written workmanship guarantee on coated roofs, and a full before-and-after photo record. We take no deposit on cleaning and coating work; you pay on completion once you have seen the roof.
Get a free roof survey in Wickford
Call us, WhatsApp a photo of your roof, or fill in the form — honest advice on whether coating is worth it, and a fixed written quote.