Wall Cleaning & Softwash · Ringmore, TQ7

Wall Cleaning & Softwash - covering Ringmore and the TQ7 area

When neighbours start asking who did your wall cleaning & softwash, that's usually a Ringmore homeowner mid-project with us. Sheltered thatched village a mile inland from Ayrmer Cove, which shapes how exterior cleaning here actually plays out.

What we see on Ringmore properties

When neighbours start asking who did your wall cleaning & softwash, that's usually a Ringmore homeowner mid-project with us. Sheltered thatched village a mile inland from Ayrmer Cove, which shapes how exterior cleaning here actually plays out.

Sea air keeps algae growth wetter for longer, which is why north-facing walls darken so quickly. If you can see Bigbury from the end of your road, we cover you.

Our coverage from PL3

Our 20-mile coverage from PL3 - Ringmore is highlighted, with the closest neighbouring areas we cover.

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Local context: Ringmore, TQ7

Sheltered thatched village a mile inland from Ayrmer Cove.

County
Devon
Local authority
South Hams District Council
Postcode district
TQ7
Area type
coastal village
Common roofs
thatch and natural slate
Common walls
cob and lime render
Nearest routes
local lanes off B3392
Distance from PL3
15.3 miles

Where it usually starts in Ringmore

  • Black biofilm on cob and lime render where the prevailing wind blows in off Sheltered thatched village a mile inland from Ayrmer Cove
  • Surface lichen on the south side of cob and lime render - common on coastal village stock in TQ7
  • Discolouration where downpipes meet cob and lime render - near-universal on coastal village properties this far from PL3
  • Window-cill streaks running down the front of cob and lime render after rainwater pools
  • Render mottling where chimney flashings leak slowly onto cob and lime render

The method that suits Ringmore

  1. 1Lower biocide concentration around old mortar joints on coastal village properties in TQ7
  2. 2Window pre-wet so over-spray rinses clean - important on older glass in thatched cottages and stone farmhouses
  3. 3Plinth and damp-course area always rinsed last on coastal village stock in Ringmore
  4. 4Spot-treatment on lichen patches before the main softwash on cob and lime render
  5. 5Reduced dwell time near painted timber on thatched cottages and stone farmhouses

Comparable wall cleaning & softwash we've done lately

Edwardian render and stone surround

Heavy north-side algae softwashed off without touching the painted stone detailing.

Lime-rendered townhouse

Locally listed property, low-strength biocide and very gentle rinse — finish kept its character.

Granite cottage with painted lime render

Lichen crusts treated and left to weather off; finish improved over the following six weeks.

Honest answers to common questions

Already booked in Bigbury this fortnight - Ringmore

Adding your Ringmore property to the same run keeps it tighter and quicker. Tell us when suits and we'll slot it in.