Soft wash brickwork

Brickwork & Pointing Cleaning

Brickwork & Pointing Cleaning - Wellingborough

Wellingborough homes often feature beautiful brickwork that can lose its charm when stained by algae, soot, or pollution. At Mithras Exterior Cleaning, we specialise in Brickwork & Pointing Cleaning that revives your walls, boundaries, and facades. We work gently yet effectively to protect mortar joints and surface integrity. Our goal is to enhance kerb appeal without risking structural wear, perfect for homeowners wanting to refresh their exteriors.

Brickwork cleaning

Why Clean Your Wall or Brickwork?

Visual Appeal – Clean, bright brickwork and sharp pointing give your home or garden a tidy, well-maintained appearance.

Algae & Moss Removal – Organic growth, dead or alive, can make surfaces look unsightly and hold moisture. Cleaning removes these and discourages their return.

Longer-Lasting Cleanliness – Removing build-up makes brickwork easier to maintain and keeps it looking better for longer.

Perfect for Decorating – Clean walls provide a great base for painting, rendering, or re-pointing if you're planning further improvements.

After Alterations – If you've just had a conservatory or attachment removed, it's likely to have left behind adhesives or a 'dirt shadow'. 

Our Process

  1. Assessment & Preparation – We inspect the surface type, pointing condition, and level of build-up to determine the right cleaning method.
  2. Pre-Clean Preparation  Loose debris, dirt, moss, and vegetation are cleared before washing. 
  3. Soft Wash or Low-Pressure Cleaning  Depending on the surface:
    • Modern brickwork: Gently pressure washed using the correct nozzles and pressure levels.
    • Older or more delicate surfaces: Treated with a soft wash solution to loosen dirt and organic matter safely.
  4. Precision Detailing – Hard-to-reach areas and mortar joints are cleaned carefully without disrupting the pointing. Old adhesives will be dissolved by pressure, or removed by hand if necessary.
  5. Biocide Treatment (Optional) – We can apply a biocide to prevent the quick return of algae or moss and help keep your brickwork looking its best.
  6. Removal of Excess Mortar (Optional) – Where excess mortar is present, we can remove this using brick acid.

Interested?

Get in touch today for a free no-obligation quote