Patio cleaning in Banstead, Sutton and Cheam: getting the green off

Patios take a real battering from the weather, and by late autumn many in Banstead, Sutton and Cheam have gone green, slippery or patchy with black spot. This guide explains why it happens on local patios, what patio jet washing does on each type of paving, and how to get a free quote.

Why local patios go green

Banstead and Nork. Banstead's wide, tree-lined roads, especially the 1930s avenues in Nork, bring heavy leaf fall. Wet leaves left on paving stain it and feed moss and black spot. Bigger plots towards Burgh Heath, Tadworth and Kingswood often have generous stone or slab terraces at the back, and those take the longest to dry out after rain.

Cheam and North Cheam. Many of the 1930s semis and detached houses around Cheam Village and North Cheam have been extended at the back, and the patios that go with them see daily family use. That traffic, plus shade from the house, means grime and algae build up fast.

Sutton, Belmont, Carshalton and Wallington. Terraces near Sutton town centre tend to have small paved yards and paths, while the suburbs have back patios of slabs or porcelain. Small, enclosed spaces get less sun and stay damp, which is exactly what algae likes.

What patio cleaning covers

Stephen cleans stone, concrete slabs, brick and porcelain tiles, plus garden paths, steps and walkways, removing green algae, black spot and general grime.

• Natural stone: cleaned with the pressure set correctly for the stone, so it's cleaned thoroughly without damage.
• Concrete slabs and brick: years of grime and staining lifted out.
• Porcelain tiles: cleaned of algae and dirt, with the pressure matched to the surface.
• Steps and paths: included, and often the most slippery part of the garden in winter.

About black spot: jet washing removes green algae and general grime. Black spot can be stubborn, so send a photo by WhatsApp and Stephen will tell you what result to expect before you book.

How the job works

1. Assessment. Stephen looks at the surface, spots problem areas and chooses the right approach.
2. Pressure washing. Professional-grade equipment, worked methodically across the whole patio.
3. Final rinse and tidy. Everything is rinsed down and debris cleared.

A standard patio typically takes 2 to 4 hours. Larger or heavily soiled areas can take longer, and you'll get a timeframe before work starts. You can walk on it almost straight away.

How much does patio cleaning cost?

Patio cleaning is priced per job by a free, no-obligation quote, based on the size and condition of the area. WhatsApp a couple of photos to 07821 265 615: one wide shot of the whole patio and a close-up of the worst patch. Or Stephen can come and take a look.

Driveway too?

If the front drive needs doing as well, mention it when you ask for your quote. Block paving, concrete and tarmac drives are all cleaned. Read our driveway and patio cleaning guide for more on each surface.

Areas

See the local pages for Banstead, Sutton and Cheam. Pristine Moments is based in Coulsdon CR5 and covers ten towns across Surrey and South London. Call 01737 557 729, WhatsApp 07821 265 615 or use the contact form. Hours are Monday to Friday 8am–6pm and Saturday 9am–4pm.