Professional
decking cleaning
in St Albans & Hertfordshire

Timber or composite, our decking cleaning service restores your deck to a clean, safe finish in a single visit — without damaging the surface, splitting the boards or lifting the fixings.
Obi
Steve
Based on 50+ revıews

Decking Cleaning

Slippery decking isn't just an eyesore — it's a hazard.

Decking is one of the most neglected exterior surfaces in Hertfordshire. It looks great when first laid, but within a season or two algae, moss and general grime take hold — particularly on shaded north-facing decks, or those under trees. The surface becomes dark, slippery and unpleasant to use. Left untreated for long enough, the boards begin to degrade.

The key is using the right technique. Too much pressure on timber will raise the grain, split the boards and cause more damage than the algae itself. St Albans Jet Washing uses low to medium pressure combined with specialist wood and composite cleaning treatments to restore decking safely and effectively across St Albans and Hertfordshire.

Price confirmed before we start. What we quote is what you pay.

Join your neighbours who've already had the clean.

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£49

Starting price

Confirmed before any work begins

1 visit

Done in one trip

Most decking jobs completed same day

500 +

Happy customers

Across St Albans & Hertfordshire

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Surface types covered

Timber and composite — both handled differently

Surfaces we clean

Timber or composite
— we know the difference.

Timber and composite decking need completely different approaches. We treat every job according to the surface — never one-size-fits-all.

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Softwood timber
Pine, spruce and treated softwood are the most common deck boards in Hertfordshire. Need careful low-pressure treatment to avoid raising the grain.

Most common

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Hardwood timber
Oak, teak, ipe and other hardwoods are denser and more resistant but still need appropriate treatment. We avoid bleaching agents that damage natural colour.

Specialist care

03

Composite decking
WPC and PVC composite boards are more resistant than timber but still collect algae in the grooves. We use composite-safe cleaning solutions throughout.

Growing in popularity

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Painted or stained decking
If your decking has been treated with paint or stain, we clean carefully to avoid stripping the finish while still removing organic build-up.

Careful approach

05

Steps and handrails
Steps and handrails are cleaned as part of every decking job. Often the most slippery areas — we don’t leave them half-done.

Included as standard

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Pergolas and raised structures
We can clean pergola frames, raised deck structures and associated joinery. Just let us know what you’ve got when you call.

Ask us

Everything is included.
Nothing gets added on the day.

No surprises, no upsells. What we quote is the full job.

Specialist pre-treatment

Algae, moss and biological build-up in the board grooves are pre-treated before the main clean. This lifts the organic matter and makes the pressure wash far more effective.

Low-pressure controlled clean

We use lower pressure than a standard jet wash to avoid damaging the grain or surface of the boards. The result is clean without the risk of raised wood fibres or splintering.

Steps, handrails and borders

Every part of your decking area is included — boards, steps, handrails and any surrounding borders or base structures. We don't just do the easy flat bit.

Full rinse and clear-up

Once done we rinse everything down and clear away. We leave the area tidy — including any debris, run-off or dislodged material from the clean.

How it works

Simple from start
to finish.

No faff, no chasing. Here’s what happens when you get in touch with us.

01

Get a quote
Use our online quote tool or give us a call. Tell us the surface type and rough size — we’ll come back with a price quickly.

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We confirm everything
We confirm the price and a date that works for you. No vague time windows — we’ll be there when we say we will.

03

We come to you
Our team arrives with professional-grade equipment and gets straight to work. You don’t need to be in — just leave us access and we’ll sort the rest.

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Job done, properly
We clean up after ourselves and leave. Most driveway jobs are finished in 1–3 hours depending on size and condition — all in a single visit.

Pricing

Simple, honest pricing.
No hidden extras.

Choose the right clean for your property — or let us recommend one when we quote.

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The quick blast

Perfect for smaller surfaces that just need a freshen up.

From

£49

All prices are starting from. Final cost confirmed before any work begins — no surprises.

The full clean
Our most popular package, serious results at a good price.

From

£149

All prices are starting from. Final cost confirmed before any work begins — no surprises.

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The works

For properties that need a complete transformation.

From

£295

All prices are starting from. Final cost confirmed before any work begins — no surprises.

Ready when you are

Your deck could be safe to use again by the weekend.

We’re based in St Albans and cover all of Hertfordshire. Get your free quote in today.
Obi
Jane
Steve

More Than 500+ Trusted Customers

Common questions about
driveway cleaning in Hertfordshire.

Common questions about our decking cleaning service across St Albans and Hertfordshire.

How much does decking cleaning cost in St Albans?

Our decking cleaning in St Albans and across Hertfordshire starts from £49. The exact price depends on the size of the deck and the surface type. Composite decking and heavily soiled timber may take longer, which can affect the final cost. We always confirm the price before any work begins.

It can if done at the wrong pressure — particularly on softwood timber. We always use lower pressure than a standard jet wash and adjust our technique to the surface type. We’ve cleaned hundreds of decks across Hertfordshire without a single instance of damage.
Yes. Slippery decking is almost always caused by algae and moss build-up, which we remove as part of every clean. After the clean, adding an anti-slip treatment or decking oil is worth considering for extra grip going forward — we can advise on this when we visit.
For most properties in Hertfordshire, once a year is sufficient to keep decking in good condition. Shaded or north-facing decks under tree cover may need cleaning every 6–9 months as algae builds up faster. A regular clean is far cheaper than deck replacement.
Cleaning and treating are best done as two separate jobs — the deck needs to dry fully (usually 48–72 hours) before a treatment or oil is applied. We focus on the clean, and we’re happy to advise on suitable treatments to apply once dry. Just ask when we quote.