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

By Ben's Roof Cleaning September 12, 2026
When is the best time to have your roof cleaned in Barnstaple? Here is how the North Devon seasons affect moss removal and soft washing, season by season.
By Ben's Roof Cleaning September 7, 2026
Not sure whether your Barnstaple roof needs a clean or a full replacement? Here is how to tell the difference and avoid spending thousands you did not need to.
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 27, 2026
Wondering what roof cleaning costs in Barnstaple? Here is an honest guide to the factors that affect the price of a soft wash and moss removal in North Devon.
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Wondering what roof cleaning costs in Barnstaple? Learn the factors that affect the price, from roof size to access, and why the cheapest isn't always best.
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Choosing a roof cleaner in Barnstaple? Learn what to look for, the questions to ask, and the warning signs that should make you think twice.
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Barnstaple's older homes and wet weather make gutter cleaning essential. Learn why gutters block, the damage they cause, and how often to clear them.
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Green moss, dark streaks or crusty patches? Learn to tell moss, algae and lichen apart on a Barnstaple roof and why each one matters.
By Ben's Roof Cleaning August 22, 2026
Barnstaple's damp estuary air and Atlantic weather are tough on roofs. Learn why local roofs green over fast and how to protect them.
Flat rooftop covered in gravel beside a red house, with white guttering, windows, and trees in the background
July 25, 2026
How soon after roof cleaning should biocide be applied? Learn the right timing, why the roof surface matters, and how it fits into a single visit.
Close-up of a mossy roof edge with a black gutter, overlooking a grassy courtyard and building.
July 25, 2026
Why does moss come back after roof cleaning? Because cleaning removes growth but not the spores, shade, or damp. Learn how biocide slows the return.