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Expert advice, maintenance tips, and industry insights to help you protect and extend the life of your roof and gutters.

White gutter and downspout on a house roofline with green trees in the background
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Blocked gutters cause damp and rot in Colchester homes, and older properties are especially at risk. Learn why gutters block and how often to clear them.
Person spraying water on a moss-covered roof in a wooded area
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Crusty patches and dark streaks on your Colchester roof are lichen and algae, not dirt. Learn what they mean for older tiles and how to remove them safely.
Close-up of weathered orange-brown tiled roof with diagonal rows and shadows
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Handmade clay and peg tiles are common on traditional Colchester and Essex roofs. Learn why they need gentle cleaning and how to remove moss without cracking them.
Worker on a red tiled roof repairing shingles beside a ladder under a partly cloudy sky
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Roof cleaning in Colchester's conservation areas and on listed buildings needs extra care. Learn how to keep heritage roofs clear of moss safely and sensitively.
Terracotta tile roof under a blue sky with a small vent near the ridge
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
As Britain's oldest recorded town, Colchester is full of period and historic roofs. Learn how to clean fragile slate, clay, and peg-tile roofs safely without damage.
Man on ladder using a long pole to clean a house gutter beside a brick building
July 24, 2026
Soft washing vs pressure washing for roof moss removal: learn the difference, why high pressure damages tiles, and which method protects your roof.
Moss-covered sloped roof with a chimney and red wooden siding along the edge
July 24, 2026
Is it true roof moss only affects old roofs? No. Learn why new roofs grow moss too, what really drives growth, and how to protect a roof at any age.
Man pressure washing a moss-covered roof. Clear blue sky.
By Haim Tom Berko November 28, 2025
Let's face it - none of us look at our roofs very often, and gutters are usually the last thing on our minds. We've all got busy lives, and your roof and gutters are those sorts of things where if there isn't a pressing emergency you really don't tend to think about it. But I've learned the hard way what ignori
Building with red tile roof, windows, and entrance; cloudy sky overhead.
By Haim Tom Berko November 27, 2025
Have you ever searched for roof cleaning near me? As a homeowner you might have noticed your tiles looking a little worse for wear. Maybe you've got moss falling off your roof in chunks and blocking your gutters or even landing on your conservatory roof.