Short answer: Professional fascia and soffit cleaning in Kent usually costs between £80 and £400 depending on the size of your home, or roughly £4 to £7 per linear metre. Most Kent homeowners pay around £120 to £250 to have the fascias, soffits and gutter exteriors cleaned on a typical semi-detached or detached house. The work is done by soft washing and hand cleaning, never high-pressure jet washing, because forcing water behind uPVC boards can cause damage. In Kent's damp climate, a clean every 12 to 24 months keeps the roofline looking new and stops green algae and black streaking taking hold.
Your roofline is one of the most visible parts of your home, yet it is the part most people forget. Over a few damp Kent winters, white uPVC fascias turn green with algae, dark streaks run down from the gutters, and the whole front of the house starts to look tired even when the brickwork and windows are spotless. This guide explains what fascia and soffit cleaning involves, what it should cost across Kent and Medway in 2026, how often to do it, and how to tell a proper job from a rushed one. The price ranges below are cross-checked against current UK guides from Checkatrade and MyBuilder, alongside what we quote day to day across Medway and mid-Kent.
What is the difference between a fascia and a soffit?
The two boards work together along the edge of your roof, and together with the bargeboards and gutters they make up what the trade calls the roofline.
The fascia is the upright board that runs along the bottom edge of the roof. It is the board your gutters are screwed to, so it takes the brunt of any water that splashes or overflows. The soffit is the horizontal board tucked underneath, bridging the gap between the fascia and the wall. Soffits are usually vented to let air flow into the roof space, which helps prevent damp and condensation in the loft.
Most homes across Kent and Medway now have white uPVC fascias and soffits, which resist rot but still discolour badly with algae and traffic film. Older properties may have painted timber boards, which need a gentler touch and can flag up rot or flaking paint during a clean.
What does fascia and soffit cleaning involve?
A proper roofline clean is more than a quick wipe. A professional job typically covers the exterior faces of the fascias, the underside of the soffits, the bargeboards on the gable ends, and the outside of the gutters, sometimes called gutter whitening.
The boards are treated with a dedicated uPVC cleaning solution to break down algae, lichen and traffic grime, then cleaned by hand with soft brushes and cloths or with a water-fed pole system that reaches the roofline safely from the ground. The surfaces are rinsed with purified water so they dry without streaks or spotting. Good operators mask or protect windows and take care around vents so nothing is forced into the roof space.
It is worth being clear on what fascia and soffit cleaning is not. It cleans the visible surfaces, but it does not clear out the inside of the gutters. If your gutters are blocked with moss and leaves, that is a separate job, and most Kent homeowners sensibly book the two together. You can read what that costs in our guide to gutter cleaning costs in Kent.
How much does fascia and soffit cleaning cost in Kent?
Fascia and soffit cleaning is usually priced by the size of the property and the total length of roofline, rather than by a fixed figure. The table below gives realistic 2026 prices for cleaning the fascias, soffits and gutter exteriors across Kent and Medway.
| Property type | Typical roofline length | Fascia and soffit cleaning cost (Kent) |
|---|---|---|
| Terraced or 2-bed | Up to 15 m | £80 to £150 |
| Semi-detached or 3-bed | 15 to 25 m | £120 to £220 |
| Detached or 4-bed | 25 to 40 m | £200 to £350 |
| Large or wraparound roofline | 40 m and above | £350 and up |
As a rule of thumb, exterior roofline cleaning in Kent works out at around £4 to £7 per linear metre. Small jobs often carry a minimum call-out charge of roughly £70 to £90 because setting up the access equipment takes the same time whatever the size. Bungalows can sometimes cost a little less because the roofline is lower and quicker to reach, while three-storey townhouses in areas like Rochester and Chatham cost more because of the working height.
How much does it cost with gutter cleaning included?
Because the access equipment is already in place, adding a gutter clear-out at the same visit is far cheaper than booking it separately. Bundling the roofline clean with gutter clearing is where most homeowners get the best value.
| Service | Typical Kent cost (semi-detached) | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Fascia and soffit cleaning only | £120 to £220 | Fascias, soffits, bargeboards, gutter exteriors |
| Gutter clearing only | £60 to £150 | Removing debris from inside the gutters |
| Full roofline package | £180 to £320 | Everything above cleaned and cleared in one visit |
If you are booking anyway, it makes sense to have the full roofline sorted at once. Our gutter cleaning and repairs service can be combined with fascia and soffit cleaning so the whole top of the house is dealt with in a single appointment.
Soft washing or pressure washing: which is safe for uPVC?
This is the single most important thing to get right, and it is where cheap or inexperienced operators cause damage. uPVC fascias and soffits should be soft washed or hand cleaned, never blasted with a high-pressure jet washer.
| Method | Safe for fascias and soffits? | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Soft washing and hand cleaning | Yes | Low pressure plus cleaning solution lifts algae without stressing the boards or seals |
| Water-fed pole from ground | Yes | Reaches the roofline safely and rinses with purified water for a streak-free finish |
| High-pressure jet washing | No | Can crack older uPVC, strip the surface sheen, and force water behind boards and through vents into the roof space |
The risk with pressure washing is not just cosmetic. Water driven behind a soffit or through a vent can end up in the loft, leading to damp and staining inside the home. A specialist who understands rooflines will always choose the gentle method. This is the same principle we apply to delicate roof surfaces, explained in our guide to soft washing versus pressure washing for roofs.
How often should you clean fascias and soffits in Kent?
For most Kent and Medway homes, cleaning the fascias and soffits every 12 to 24 months keeps them looking fresh and stops staining from becoming permanent. Kent's mild, damp weather and the county's many tree-lined streets create ideal conditions for green algae, so homes that are shaded, north-facing or surrounded by trees often need a yearly clean.
Coastal and estuary areas around the Medway towns and Thames-side spots such as Strood and Gravesend also pick up more airborne grime and salt, which can bring the roofline forward on the schedule. If you leave uPVC too long, the algae etches into the surface and the boards never quite return to their original white, so regular cleaning genuinely protects the finish.
What are the signs your fascias and soffits need cleaning?
You can usually tell from the pavement. Watch for green or black algae streaks along the fascia boards, dark vertical staining running down from the gutter joints, a grey traffic film dulling the white uPVC, and cobwebs or bird mess gathering under the soffits.
Dark streaks directly below a gutter joint are worth noting, because they often mean the gutter is overflowing and the roofline is being repeatedly soaked. That is a good moment to have the gutters cleared as well, before the overflow starts affecting the fascia timber or the wall behind it. Persistent green growth also tends to travel, so roofline algae can spread onto nearby render and roof tiles if it is left, as we cover in our guide to moss and algae damage on roofs.
Can you clean fascias and soffits yourself?
You can, but the honest answer is that it is rarely worth the risk. The two real problems are height and method. Reaching the roofline means working off a tall ladder, and roofline height falls are one of the most common serious DIY accidents in the UK. Even if you are comfortable up a ladder, a household cleaner and a sponge will not lift ingrained algae, and reaching every board while balancing is slow and awkward.
A professional uses a water-fed pole to clean the entire roofline safely from the ground, with the right uPVC solution to remove staining at the source rather than just smearing it. For a single-storey bungalow with light dirt, careful DIY is possible. For anything two storeys or higher, or boards that have gone properly green, a professional finish is safer and gives a far better result.
Why choose a local Kent and Medway roofline specialist?
Fascia and soffit cleaning is a local trade, and using a company that works your area every week means they know the housing stock and the conditions. We clean rooflines across Medway and mid-Kent, including Rochester, Strood, Chatham, Gillingham, Rainham, Maidstone, Sittingbourne and the surrounding villages, so we see the same algae-heavy, tree-lined streets day in and day out.
M&T Elite Cleaning is a family-run exterior cleaning company with over five years of experience restoring rooflines, gutters, roofs and driveways across Kent. We soft wash and hand clean every board, protect your windows and vents as we work, and can clear the gutters in the same visit so the whole top of your home is sorted in one go. We are fully insured, and we are happy to explain exactly what is included before you commit.
Get a free fascia and soffit cleaning quote in Kent
If your roofline has gone green or streaky, we can bring it back to a clean, even white without any risk to the boards. For a free, no-obligation quote tailored to your property, see our fascia and soffit cleaning service or call us on 07862 712401. If your gutters need clearing too, we can quote for both together through our gutter cleaning and repairs service and save you a second visit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does fascia and soffit cleaning cost in Kent? Professional fascia and soffit cleaning in Kent typically costs £80 to £400 depending on the size of the property, or around £4 to £7 per linear metre. A typical semi-detached house costs roughly £120 to £220 to have the fascias, soffits and gutter exteriors cleaned. Booking gutter clearing at the same time adds around £60 to £150.
Can you pressure wash uPVC fascias and soffits? No, uPVC fascias and soffits should not be pressure washed. High pressure can crack older boards, strip the surface, and force water behind the soffits and through vents into the roof space, causing damp. They should be soft washed or hand cleaned with a dedicated uPVC cleaning solution instead.
How often should fascias and soffits be cleaned? In Kent's damp climate, most homes benefit from a fascia and soffit clean every 12 to 24 months. Shaded, north-facing or tree-lined properties often need a yearly clean, because green algae builds up faster and can permanently stain the uPVC if left too long.
Does fascia and soffit cleaning include the gutters? Fascia and soffit cleaning covers the visible boards and the outside of the gutters, but not clearing debris from inside the gutters. That is a separate task, and most homeowners book the two together because the access equipment is already in place, which keeps the combined cost lower.
Will cleaning make old green uPVC white again? In most cases, yes. A proper soft wash with the correct solution removes algae, lichen and traffic film and restores the original white finish. Boards that have been left green for many years may not return to a perfect white if the algae has etched the surface, which is why regular cleaning is worthwhile.
Do you cover my area in Kent? M&T Elite Cleaning covers Kent and Medway, including Rochester, Strood, Chatham, Gillingham, Rainham, Maidstone, Sittingbourne and the surrounding towns and villages. Contact us with your postcode to confirm.
