Ellon, Aberdeenshire
Render Cleaning in Ellon
Soft-wash render cleaning and biocide treatment that removes algae without damaging the finish.
Ellon property owners come to us for render cleaning for one of two reasons: something has failed, or the house looks tired.
Aberdeenshire is characterised by granite terraces, farm cottages and exposed coastal housing, with harling repair on granite and frost damage on exposed elevations the recurring theme on the properties we survey.
Ellon sits in a part of the UK that gets cold, exposed North Sea conditions with severe frost — worth factoring into any render decision. Aberdeen granite is dense and unforgiving, and traditional harling rather than smooth render is what has historically worked on it.
When render cleaning is the right call. Choose soft-wash cleaning to restore a discoloured render without the substrate damage that pressure washing causes on thin-coat systems.
Guide price in Ellon
| Guide price | £12–£26 per m² |
|---|---|
| Applied thickness | Surface treatment |
| Guarantee | 12 month treatment |
Indicative only. The guide-price tool gives a range for your property; the survey gives the fixed price.
What the job includes
- Low-pressure soft wash
- Biocide treatment kills spores
- Safe on silicone and acrylic
- No high-pressure damage
- Removes algae, lichen and moss
- Treats staining and streaking
We will survey the property, tell you what the walls actually need, and put it in writing with a fixed price.
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Render Cleaning in Ellon
Tell us about the property and we will call you back to arrange a survey.
What happens next
Four steps from enquiry to finished wall
Free survey
We visit, test the substrate, measure up and identify what caused any existing failure.
Written quote
An itemised fixed price with the system named, materials specified and scaffold included.
Booked in
An agreed start date, scaffold arranged, and a clear run of days set aside for your job.
Finished and guaranteed
Site cleared, scaffold struck, guarantee documents and system warranty issued.
FAQs
Render Cleaning in Ellon
Why is only one wall green?
North-facing and shaded elevations stay damp far longer, so algae establishes there first. Overhanging trees and leaking gutters accelerate it.
How long does a rendering job take?
A typical three-bedroom semi is usually one to two weeks on site including scaffold, preparation, application and finishing. Weather, wall condition and the system chosen all move that.
Do I need planning permission to render my house?
Usually not on a standard house, but you will if the property is listed, in a conservation area, or if rendering would significantly change its appearance. We flag it at survey.
Will you need scaffolding?
For anything above single storey, yes — it is safer and produces a better finish than working off ladders or towers. Scaffold is included and itemised in the quote.
How long before I can paint new render?
Through-coloured systems need no painting at all. Sand and cement should cure for around 28 days before masonry paint goes anywhere near it.
Free survey in Ellon
We will confirm whether render cleaning suits your walls before quoting a price.