This job in Godalming, Surrey was a full external clean on a striking chalet-style house with extensive painted timber cladding, soffits and fascia across the front and sides. Painted timber like this picks up algae, black mould and organic staining over time — particularly on the sheltered sections under the eaves.
The problem: algae and mould on painted timber
Painted external woodwork in Surrey’s climate tends to pick up algae and mould growth, especially on sections that face north or sit in shadow. On white-painted timber the discolouration is particularly visible — streaks of grey and black running down from the joints and edges. Left untreated it accelerates paint degradation and can eventually affect the timber beneath.
What we did
- Soft-washed the full external timber cladding, soffits and fascia at controlled pressure appropriate for painted wood
- Treated stubborn algae and mould staining with appropriate biocide where needed
- Cleaned gutters and downpipes as part of the same visit
- Rinsed the full exterior and left the site clean
The result
The cladding, soffits and fascia came back to clean white across the whole house. On a property like this where the timber is a prominent feature, the difference is significant — it looks well-maintained and cared for rather than tired. The customer wanted the exterior looking its best before putting it on the market, and the clean achieved exactly that.
External woodwork cleaning across Godalming and Surrey
We clean external timber cladding, painted woodwork, soffits, fascia and weatherboarding across Godalming, Guildford and the wider Surrey area. Soft washing at appropriate pressure avoids damage to painted surfaces while still removing algae and staining effectively.
