Patio & Courtyard Cleaning in Melbourne

Why courtyards and patios turn green

Melbourne courtyards are often tucked between fences and walls, so they get little direct sun and stay damp for most of winter. Pot plants, leaf litter and slow drainage add moisture and organic matter, and within a season or two pavers that were clean turn green, then dark and slippery.

Courtyard pressure cleaning removes that layer of moss, algae and dirt completely — not just the top of it — which is why the difference is usually so dramatic, even on areas that have been neglected for years.

Pavers, tiles and concrete each need a slightly different clean

Paver cleaning is about the joints as much as the pavers: moss and weeds grow in the sand between them, and pressure washing pavers clears that out. Some joint sand washes away in the process, so on paved courtyards it's worth topping the joints up with fresh sand afterwards to keep the pavers firm and slow weeds returning.

Outdoor tiles clean up quickly but the grout lines hold dirt, so they get extra attention. Plain concrete takes a stronger clean. Whatever the surface, the pressure and distance are matched to the material so it comes up clean without damage.

Balcony pressure washing

Balconies need more thought than ground-level areas because the water has to go somewhere — down the drain outlets, not over the edge onto the neighbours below. Balcony pressure washing is done with that in mind, working towards the drains and keeping overspray off windows and doors.

If your balcony is in an apartment building, check whether your owners corporation has rules about cleaning times or water use before booking.

Moss removal and keeping it away

Pressure washing gives you moss removal on the spot, but in a shady courtyard the spores are still around and growth returns over time. An anti-moss treatment applied after cleaning slows that regrowth down considerably, so the area stays cleaner for longer — ask for it with your quote.

Between cleans, sweeping regularly, moving pots now and then so water doesn't pool under them, and trimming back overhanging plants to let in more light all help.

Getting the area ready

It helps to move small pots, outdoor furniture and anything fragile off the area beforehand. Anything heavy can be worked around. If you have plants you're particularly fond of right next to the paving, point them out and they'll be kept clear of the spray.

What affects the price

Patio cleaning quotes depend on the size of the area, the surface, how much growth there is, access, and whether you'd like an anti-moss treatment afterwards. Courtyards are often combined with a side path or the driveway in one visit. Send a few photos for a quick, accurate price.