Skylight cleaning in Exeter
Professional skylight cleaning 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
Skylight cleaned inside and out properly - you'll be amazed how much light you've been missing. Moss, muck, and mystery stains all gone.
Let The Light Back In
Skylights are brilliant until they get dirty. And boy, do they get dirty.
Moss creeps in from the roof. Pollen settles. Bird droppings bake on in summer. All on the outside you can't reach. Meanwhile the inside gets dusty, grimy, condensation marks...
Clean them properly and it's like someone turned the lights on.
💡 Pro tip: Dirty skylights don't just reduce light - they can make your whole loft conversion or extension feel dingy and depressing. Regular cleaning is worth every penny.
Why Professional Cleaning Makes Sense
| ✅ Professional Job | ❌ DIY Reality |
|---|---|
| Safe ladder work and roof access | Scary ladder moment, questionable footwork |
| Both sides cleaned thoroughly | Inside done, outside "good enough from here" |
| Seals and frame checked | Just slap some water about |
| Proper tools and products | Kitchen spray and hope |
What's Involved
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Outside | Roof access, moss removed, glass cleaned, debris cleared from frame |
| Inside | Full clean, condensation marks removed, frame wiped down |
| Check | Seals inspected, any issues noted, you're told what (if anything) needs attention |
📦 What You Get
| Type | Time Needed | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single Velux/skylight | 1 hr | £60 |
| 2-3 skylights | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Large fixed skylight | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Conservatory roof panels (small) | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Can't remember when it was last cleaned - probably time then
✅ Loft conversion feeling dark - clean skylights, massive difference
✅ Green moss visible - it's not getting better on its own
✅ Selling your house - dirty skylights make spaces look grim in photos
Why Choose Us for Skylight cleaning in Exeter?
Both sides cleaned properly
Moss and debris removed
Seals checked while I'm there
Dramatically more light coming through
What to Expect
Step 1: Access Check
I'll check how I'm getting to the skylight (ladder, loft access, roof access) and make sure it's safe. If I can't access it safely, I'll tell you straight.
Step 2: Outside First
Roof/ladder work to clean the external glass, remove moss and debris, clean the frame and weather seals.
Step 3: Inside Finish
Clean the internal glass, wipe down the frame, check the operation and seals. You get to see the difference immediately.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to tackle the inside yourself? Here's how:
🔧 What you'll need
- Stepladder (stable, right height)
- Window cleaner (or white vinegar solution)
- Microfibre cloths
- Squeegee if you're fancy
- Bucket of warm water
📐 Cleaning inside
- Vacuum loose dust from frame first
- Warm water with window cleaner or vinegar
- Wipe glass with damp cloth
- Squeegee off (or use dry microfibre cloth)
- Wipe frame and seals clean
- Don't forget the reveal around the skylight
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Using furniture polish (leaves smears)
- Forgetting to clean the frame/reveal (dust collects)
- Newspaper (works but leaves ink marks)
- Not cleaning on a dry day (impossible to see streaks)
💡 Pro trick: Clean on a cloudy day, not in bright sun. Sun dries the cleaner too fast and leaves streaks everywhere. Overcast conditions give you time to work.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌧️ Seasonal work: Best done in dry weather, but honestly, Devon doesn't always cooperate. As long as it's not actively pissing down, skylights can be cleaned any time.
Multiple skylights? Get them all done together - setup time is half the job, so doing several at once makes sense.
Older Exeter homes? Loft conversions done 10-15 years ago often have skylights that have never been professionally cleaned. The difference cleaning makes is unbelievable.
Moss problem? If you've got heavy moss growth on the outside, I can also treat the surrounding roof area to slow it down. Won't stop it forever, but buys you a year or two.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do skylights get so dirty?
They're horizontal or near-horizontal, so every bit of dirt, moss, pollen, and bird mess lands on them and stays there. Rain doesn't wash them clean like vertical windows - it often makes it worse by creating sludge.
Can I clean my own skylight?
Inside yes, outside is trickier unless you're comfortable on ladders and roofs. Most people clean the inside annually and get someone in for the outside every 2-3 years when it gets really bad.
Will you damage the seals or frame?
No - I use proper window cleaning products, not harsh chemicals. Soft cloth and appropriate cleaner. I'll also check the seals while I'm there and let you know if any look like they need attention.
How much difference does cleaning actually make?
Huge. A dirty skylight can block 30-50% of the light. Clean it properly and you'll wonder why you put up with the gloom for so long. Makes a real difference to loft rooms and extensions.
Do you clean fixed skylights or just Velux windows?
Both - fixed skylights, Velux windows, flat roof lights, conservatory roof panels. If it's up high and gets dirty, I can clean it. Method varies depending on access and type.
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