Many people assume that a brick wall is low maintenance. It is designed to be outside and to handle the elements, so it shouldn't require too much intervention - right? Well, unfortunately, to maintain its brilliance, brick needs to be regularly cleaned.
Clean bricks can really make a difference when it comes to the appearance of a property. Whether you've painted over the brick, there's graffiti, or even just discolouration from the usual Farndon weather - getting rid of it can completely restore a building.
At NW Wash we understand that all too well. That's why we offer expert brick cleaning services and paint removal. As a brick cleaning company in Farndon, we are experts in our field. No matter what brick cleaning services are needed, we can handle it.
If they require so much maintenance, why is it that bricks are so common in British construction?
Bricks are incredibly durable and strong, which lends them to a whole range of construction needs. Buildings built from bricks last a lifetime and then some, and the brick facade ages well (even better when it is maintained and cleaned regularly).
Bricks are designed to be fire resistant, lending themselves to both industrial and residential construction uses. They're also resistant to rot, unlike wood and thatch. Their structure, being dense, means that they offer protection against pets, and also makes them shockingly weather resistant.
We know that getting work done to your property's brickwork can be incredibly time-consuming and, with the wrong companies, difficult to navigate.
That's why at NW Wash we strive to offer first-class service to our residential and commercial customers in Farndon. We provide consistent communication from the moment you call to the second that the job is finished. We won't be happy unless you're happy, so we make sure we do an amazing job every time!
Brickwork cleaning may seem like a strange task, after all, it's outside - surely it's supposed to get dirty? But there are a number of reasons that investing in a brick cleaning service is important.
An important factor that we must consider as a brick cleaning company is what the wall needs. This is, in part, dependent on which category of brick it is that needs cleaning.
Not all brick cleaning is the same because not every brick is the same. As a result, the brick surfaces all need to be handled differently. There are three different brick categories, and which of these a wall falls into dictates how it is used. Within those categories, there are then different brick materials.
As an expert brick cleaning company, we ensure all of our staff have all of this knowledge so that they can provide a fabulous job every time.
The categories of brick are:
Since bricks are used so commonly, there are a number of different materials used to make them. Each type of brick is designed for a different purpose.
The most popular types of brick are:
One of the reasons that brick cleaning companies are so important is because there are so many different ways of cleaning brickwork, and each cleaning method is best suited to a different type of brick. For example, the best technique of stone cleaning is not likely to work on delicate bricks.
As brick cleaning experts, everyone on our team is familiar with the different brick cleaners and how they interact with the brick surfaces.
These cleaners are all used alongside tools and techniques such as a stiff brush, pressure washing, sponges and water-fed poles.
During our brick cleaning process, we might use:
With the help of specially designed paint thinner and removal, a brick cleaning company like NW Wash can remove paint easily. However, the solution must be used carefully as it has harmful fumes.
A Farndon brick cleaning company like NW Wash has the skills and expertise to provide a professional job without causing any damage to the wall itself. We know which bricks can withstand pressure washing, and when to soft wash instead. This prevents any damage being caused by the incorrect use of pressure washers.
After many years of brickwork cleaning, the brick cleaning team at NW Wash know how to tackle every kind of stain. Whether it's more niche, like discolouration caused by the construction process, or build-up caused by atmospheric pollutants, our team can crack it.
As a brickwork cleaning team, we also know how to tackle mortar stains without causing any damage to mortar joints, and we know how to handle both residential and commercial buildings.
As a brick cleaning company, we offer a huge range of brick cleaning services. Contact NW Wash today for information about all of our brick cleaning services.
We use a range of techniques in our work. From pressure washing, steam cleaning, to soft washing. We will assess the wall or brickwork surface at hand in order to determine whether or not the brick and mortar joints can handle an abrasive technique, or whether something softer is required.
If your render is in need of a clean, contact NW Wash today for a free no-obligation quote!
There are many factors that will impact how much it'll cost to get your brickwork clean. Some of those deciding factors are:
Generally speaking, though, there is a national average when it comes to brick cleaning cost. For a simple cleaning job (no organic growth, no need to remove paint, no graffiti, hardly any build-up), the average brick cleaning cost is £10 per square metre.
For an average job (a medium amount of build-up, no brick paint removal needed, possibly delicate brick), the average brick cleaning cost is about £30 per square metre.
For the more skilled jobs, where perhaps access is limited, DOFF steam cleaning is needed, or the brick is very dated and needs a lot of restoration, the brick cleaning cost could be as high as £50 per square metre.
To get a real idea of what your brick cleaning cost might be, contact NW Wash today for a proper quote. We will get as much information from you as possible so that we can be upfront about the brick cleaning cost. By giving us as much information as possible, you'll allow us to figure out not only the brick cleaning cost but which brick cleaning service is right for you, too.
At NW Wash we are aware that whether you're a residential customer or a commercial one, you are unlikely to want strangers in and around your home or property for any length of time.
With that in mind, we try to do every one of our jobs as quickly and efficiently as possible. Fortunately, with some jobs like jet washing and steam cleaning, brick restoration is pretty quick. Unfortunately, some stone cleaning jobs take longer. For example, brick walls that need chemical cleaning may require a few more hours, as might any wall with stubborn stains.
Brick cleaning is essential, and pressure washing or steam cleaning your brickwork is great, but you might find that, in between cleaning services, you want to maintain your brickwork. Clean brickwork takes more than just pressure washing and our expert brick cleaning method.
In between brick cleaning services, you can do spot cleaning. You can also invest in brickwork coatings. These provide a protective layer for your brickwork. Depending on what you're looking to protect from, and where your brickwork is, you can find all sorts of brick coatings.
A popular brickwork coating that minimises the presence of organic growth is a hydrophobic coating. Designed to deter water, the coating is great at keeping the brick protected from the damaging impact of too much moisture.
If you think that a coating could be beneficial to your brick, speak to our Farndon NW Wash team today or when our team is doing your brick cleaning for expert advice on how to keep your brick cleaner for longer.
If your render is in need of a clean, contact NW Wash today for a free no-obligation quote!