Exterior Cleaning Tips & Advice

Welcome to the Crown Clean London blog. Here you’ll find practical advice, cleaning tips and helpful guides for keeping the outside of your property cleaner, safer and better maintained.

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Professional pressure washing a suitable paved surface at a London property

What Can Be Pressure Washed Safely? A Guide for London Properties

Pressure washing can clean many outdoor surfaces, but not every material should be treated the same way. Learn which surfaces may be suitable and when a gentler cleaning method is needed.
Professional cleaning of a weathered patio at a London home

Patio Cleaning Near Me: DIY vs Professional Patio Cleaning in London

Should you clean your patio yourself or hire a professional? Compare DIY and professional patio cleaning, including equipment, paving safety, time, results and when expert help makes sense.
Professional gutter cleaning at a London home before autumn

How Often Should Gutters Be Cleaned in London? An Autumn Checklist

How often should gutters be cleaned in London? Learn when to check your gutters, the signs of a blockage and why late summer and autumn are important times for gutter maintenance.
Professional driveway cleaning at a residential property in London

Driveway Cleaning Near Me? How to Choose the Right Company in London

Searching for driveway cleaning near you? Learn how to compare professional driveway cleaners in London, from surface knowledge and cleaning methods to quotes, results and aftercare.
Professional pressure washing a London driveway during the 2026 hosepipe ban

Can You Pressure Wash a Driveway or Patio During the London Hosepipe Ban? 2026 Rules Explained

Can professional pressure washing continue during London’s 2026 hosepipe ban? We explain the current Thames Water rules for driveways, patios and other exterior surfaces.