Updated 25 September 2026
Moss removal & roof clean cost UK 2026
The going rate for moss removal & roof clean in 2026 is £8–£15/m² (total, ex VAT). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£8–£15/m²
Worked example, 60 m² roof£559
Time on site1 days
Moss removal & roof clean calculator
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Market band source: Checkatrade.
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| clean | Scrape moss, soft wash and biocide | 0.14 h per m² |
Materials at three price levels
| Material | Budget | Trade choice | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biocide treatment per m² | £1 Standard biocide — Kills spores | £1 Trade biocide — Slows regrowth | £1 Biocide plus water repellent — Longest clean |
Trade prices ex VAT, estimates checked 2026-09-25. Log your receipts in Grafto and your own prices replace these.
What changes the price
- Storeys? 1 · 2 · 3 big effect
- New covering? concrete interlocking · clay plain tile · natural slate · fibre-cement slate big effect
Prep to look for
| Condition | Check | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy moss | thick moss mats on the tiles | Heavy moss: offer a clean and biocide |
| Slipped or missing tiles | gaps in the roof, displaced or missing tiles or slates | Replace or refix tiles, Set up roof ladders and access |
| Flaking slates | flaking, white-edged or crumbling slates | Slates are delaminating: recommend a re-roof |
Questions
How much does moss removal & roof clean cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is £8–£15/m² (total, ex VAT), from Checkatrade. A worked example of 60 m² roof comes to about £536–£590 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does moss removal & roof clean take?
The worked example of 60 m² roof takes about 1 working days.
What changes the price of moss removal & roof clean?
Mainly storeys, new covering, plus any prep found on site: heavy moss, slipped or missing tiles, flaking slates.