Roof, Driveway & Paver Patio Washing in Winter Haven, FL — Pre-Sealing Prep

This Winter Haven property had a barrel tile roof carrying a noticeable mold buildup, plus a driveway and back paver patio both dealing with mold and algae — three surfaces, three different problems, all needing attention before the homeowner's next project could move forward. The customer found us through our website and had one specific goal in mind: get the pavers clean and ready for an upcoming sealing job, with the roof and driveway handled along the way.

The roof took priority given its size and material. At 2,648 square feet, this barrel tile roof isn't something you can blast with a pressure washer — the curved, layered tiles are prone to cracking or dislodging under high-pressure spray. Our roof cleaning process on barrel tile relies on soft washing instead, letting the cleaning solution do the work of breaking down the mold before a low-pressure rinse clears it away, leaving the tiles intact and the roof mold-free.

Next came the driveway, a standard two-car layout with mold and algae buildup of its own. Since concrete can handle more force than tile, this surface got a full pressure washing treatment, with a bleach solution applied first to break down the growth before rinsing it clean.

The back patio was the most important piece of the job. A decent-sized paver patio with the same mold and algae issues as the driveway, it's being prepped for sealing — and pavers need to be completely clean before sealant goes down. Any leftover mold, algae, or grime can prevent the sealer from bonding properly or trap moisture underneath it, so we treated the pavers with the same bleach solution and gave them a thorough pressure washing to make sure the surface was fully ready for the next step.

By the time we wrapped up, the roof was free of mold, and the driveway and patio were clear of algae and grime — pavers included, now ready to be sealed. It's the kind of prep work that makes a real difference down the line, since sealing over a dirty surface rarely holds up the way it should.

If you're in Winter Haven or nearby areas like Lakeland, Auburndale, or Haines City and have a roof, driveway, or patio that needs cleaning before your next project, call Thompson Pressure Washing at 813-473-2387 for a free estimate. Family Owned, Faith-Based

Location: Winter Haven, FL