Greenhouse clean in Exeter
Professional greenhouse clean services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Greenhouse cleaned thoroughly inside and out. Algae and grime removed, glass sparkling, maximum light for your plants.
When Your Greenhouse Needs More Than Plants
Look at your greenhouse honestly. Is it:
- Green with algae on outside?
- Grimy on inside?
- Letting through about 60% of the light it should?
- Staging covered in old soil and mess?
- Generally looking unloved?
Your plants are trying to grow in permanent shade even though they're in a "greenhouse." The whole point is light, and you're not getting it.
💡 Pro tip: Dirty greenhouse glass can reduce light by 40-50%. That's the difference between thriving tomatoes and disappointing ones. Clean glass = healthy plants.
What Proper Greenhouse Cleaning Involves
It's not just hosing it down. Here's what actually needs doing:
| ✅ Done Properly | ❌ Quick Hose |
|---|---|
| Algae scrubbed off, not smeared | Green mess pushed around |
| Inside glass cleaned too | Only outside done |
| Frames and overlaps washed | Just flat glass |
| Staging scrubbed | Left filthy |
| Gutters cleared | Blocked, overflowing |
The difference? Proper clean means genuinely more light, not just slightly less green.
Pricing
| Greenhouse Size | Time Needed | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small (6x4 or similar) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Standard (8x6) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Large or very dirty | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Multiple or commercial | Quote based on size | POA |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Includes basic cleaning products. Broken pane replacement extra if needed.
What Gets Done
🧽 Complete Greenhouse Clean
Outside:
- Algae scrubbed from glass
- Frames and overlaps washed
- Gutters cleared
- Door cleaned
- Vent glass cleaned
Inside:
- Glass cleaned (yes, both sides!)
- Staging and benches scrubbed
- Old soil and debris removed
- Cobwebs cleared
- Floor swept/washed
✅ You're left with:
- Sparkling clean glass
- Maximum light transmission
- Fresh, clean growing environment
- Ready for planting season
Perfect for These Situations
✅ Pre-season prep - get ready for spring/summer
✅ Post-season clean - after summer crops finished
✅ New house - inherited grotty greenhouse
✅ Can't reach - cleaning roof safely is tricky
✅ Time poor - tedious job someone else can do
✅ Better results - proper scrubbing beats hosing
Why Choose Us for Greenhouse clean in Exeter?
Maximum light transmission restored
Algae and dirt removed
Benches and staging cleaned
Ready for new season
What to Expect
Step 1: Empty What You Can
I'll ask you to clear out as much as possible beforehand - makes proper cleaning much easier. If you can't, I'll work around what's there.
Step 2: Systematic Clean
Outside first (usually), scrubbing algae properly, then inside, then staging/benches. Work through methodically so nothing gets missed.
Step 3: Spot Issues
I'll flag any broken panes, damaged seals, or other problems while cleaning. Can often fix there and then if it's minor.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to clean your own greenhouse? Here's how to get it properly clean:
🔧 What you'll need
- Bucket and sponges
- Greenhouse cleaner or eco wash
- Scrubbing brush
- Old toothbrush for overlaps
- Ladder or step stool
- Hose for rinsing
📋 Systematic approach
- Clear out as much as possible first
- Do outside first (so inside doesn't get dirty again)
- Start at top, work down (dirty water runs down)
- Scrub algae, don't just wipe
- Get into overlaps and frames
- Rinse thoroughly
- Then do inside
🧪 Cleaning solution
- Greenhouse cleaner from garden centre works well
- Or eco-friendly washing up liquid
- Or weak bleach solution (1:10 with water)
- Avoid anything that'll leave residue on glass
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Just hosing (doesn't shift algae)
- Using dirty water (just smears it)
- Forgetting inside surface
- Not doing frame overlaps where algae hides
- Attempting it when full of plants (nightmare)
💡 Pro trick: Do outside on a cloudy day - direct sun dries cleaner too fast and leaves smears. Inside can be done anytime. And an old toothbrush is brilliant for getting grime out of the overlaps between panes.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌱 Light matters more than you think: Algae and dirt doesn't look that bad to you, but your plants are literally starving for light. Two hours of cleaning can transform growing conditions.
Timing with growing season: Best done when greenhouse is empty or nearly empty. Early spring before planting or autumn after clearing out are ideal.
Regular maintenance: Once it's clean, quick rinse every couple months stops algae building back up. Much easier than yearly deep clean.
Algae prevention: Nothing stops it completely, but good ventilation helps. Stagnant damp air encourages algae growth.
Broken panes: I'll spot them while cleaning and can usually replace them same visit. Standard horticultural glass is cheap - it's the fiddly work that takes time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you clean inside and outside or just outside?
Both - full clean means outside glass, inside glass, frames, staging, benches, the lot. You want maximum light getting through, which means clean both sides. I can do just outside if that's all you need, but proper job is both.
What time of year is best for greenhouse cleaning?
Late winter (Feb/March) before main growing season is traditional - gets it ready for spring. Autumn is good too after summer's done. Avoid mid-growing season when it's full of plants unless you're happy for me to work around them.
Can you remove the green algae that builds up?
Yes - that's actually the main point. Algae blocks light, harbours pests and diseases, makes everything damp. I'll scrub it off properly with appropriate cleaner, not just smear it around.
What if I've got plants in there - do they need moving?
I can work around some plants but a proper clean is much easier if greenhouse is empty or nearly empty. We'll discuss when you book - sometimes it makes sense to delay until you can clear it out.
Do you repair broken panes or just clean?
Cleaning is the main service but I'll spot broken panes and can replace them as part of the job. Small extra cost for the glass but saves a separate visit.
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