Is your patio ready for the summer? Over the winter, garden surfaces in Worcestershire often become covered in slippery green algae, black spot, and moss. This doesn't just look unsightly - it can make your garden paths and seating areas dangerously slippery. At XTX Limited, I specialise in restoring all types of garden paving to its original beauty, ensuring your outdoor space is safe, clean, and inviting.

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As an independent specialist, I take a tailored approach to every garden I visit. I understand that a delicate sandstone terrace requires a very different touch than a utility concrete path.

• Stone-Specific Care: I understand the technical differences between Indian Sandstone, Limestone, Slate, Porcelain, and traditional concrete slabs. I adjust my pressure and cleaning methods to suit the specific material of your patio.
• Black Spot Removal: I use professional-grade treatments to shift "Black Spot" lichen - a stubborn biological growth that standard domestic pressure washers simply cannot remove.
• Jointing Integrity: I take great care to protect your pointing and mortar. I also offer a number of re-pointing options for patios where the mortar has failed.
• Safe for Your Garden: My cleaning and chemical treatment processes are handled with precision to protect your surrounding lawn, flower beds, and pets.

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1. Initial Inspection: I identify the stone type and check the condition of the pointing. I then apply a pre-treatment where necessary to loosen organic growth and deep-seated grime.
2. Controlled Pressure Washing: I use a specialist flat-surface cleaner and other specialist nozzles to provide an even, deep clean without the unsightly "striping" marks often left by DIY pressure washers.
3. Black Spot & Lichen Treatment: I apply specialist treatments to break down stubborn black spot and lichen that have grown into the pores of the stone.
4. Optional Biocide Finish: To keep your patio looking "just cleaned" for longer, I offer a maintenance plan where I apply an HSE-approved biocide that kills remaining spores and prevents regrowth for up to 18 months.

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• Natural Stone Cleaning (Sandstone, Slate, Limestone)
• Porcelain Tile Deep Cleaning
• Concrete & Crazy Paving Restoration
• Black Spot & Lichen Removal
• Jointing Compound Replacement & Re-pointing
• Soft Washing (For delicate or older surfaces)
• Algae-Free Maintenance Treatments
• Sealing
  

I quote most patio projects by the square metre (m2) so you only pay for the area I clean.

• Standard Patio Cleaning: From £3.50 per m2.
• Specialist Stone (e.g., Indian Sandstone/Porcelain): From £4.00 per m2.
• Repointing from £15 per m2.
  
• Optional Biocide Treatment: £1.00 per m2 (The most effective way to stop green algae returning quickly).
• Minimum Call-Out Charge: £125.00.

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No two patios are the same, especially when dealing with varied stone types and organic growth. Contact me today to book a free site visit. I will assess your patio and provide a firm, no-obligation quote.

A Note on Mortar and Pointing: My cleaning process is designed to be as gentle as possible. However, if your pointing is already loose, degraded, or sandy, the cleaning process may reveal these existing defects. If this happens, we can discuss the best options for repair or re-pointing.

To get a rough idea of the cost before I visit for a survey:

1. Measure: Multiply the length of your patio by the width (in metres) to find the total square meters. (A long adult stride is roughly 1 metre).
2. Calculate: Multiply your total m2 by the rates above to give yourself a rough idea of what it is likely to cost.

• Reference: A standard public car parking space is approx. 15m2; a tennis court is approx. 200m2.

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Let me transform your garden into a space you can actually use.
Contact XTX Limited today.