Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Exterior Cleaning Solutions
Founded in 1994 by Gary Elford, a qualified engineer with a background in innovative working practices, we have established ourselves as a trusted provider of exterior cleaning and restoration services across the south coast. Our expertise spans domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors, with a particular focus on heritage-sensitive projects. Over 31 years, we have expanded from window cleaning to a comprehensive range of services, including Doff superheated steam cleaning, Torc/Jos abrasive blasting, and softwashing, while maintaining our commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our team of professionals utilises cutting-edge equipment and techniques, ensuring exceptional results for over 600 regular clients and numerous one-off projects.Accredited by industry bodies such as IPAF and Stonehealth, we provide fully insured services with 5m Public Liability and 10m Employers Liability coverage. Our dedication to transparency, client satisfaction, and long-term relationships has earned us thousands of happy customers and recognition on Channel 5's 'Amazing Cleans'. With branches in Bournemouth and Eastbourne, we serve areas from Dorset to Kent, offering free, no-obligation quotes for all projects.
Services
Pressure Washing
Heritage Stone Cleaning
Gutter Clearance
Window Cleaning
Conservatory Cleaning
Driveway Restoration
Roof Cleaning
Graffiti Removal
Render Cleaning
Paint Removal
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have 31 years of experience in exterior cleaning and restoration since 1994.
- Our team is accredited by leading industry bodies including IPAF and Stonehealth.
- We prioritise sensitive, eco-friendly and ethical cleaning methodologies.
- We hold 5m Public Liability and 10m Employers Liability insurance for client security.
- We provide free, no-obligation quotes for all domestic, commercial and industrial projects.
Associations and certifications
- IPAF
- Stonehealth
What people say
Superb job cleaning render
Professional service
Excellent results
Top-notch workmanship
Transformational cleaning
Services
Pressure Washing
Our industrial high-pressure water cleaning effectively removes dirt and grime from hard surfaces. Ideal for driveways, patios, and commercial properties, this method restores surfaces to near-original condition while adhering to safety and environmental standards.
Heritage Stone Cleaning
Specialist cleaning for historic buildings using low-temperature Doff steam and Torc abrasive systems. This preserves architectural integrity while removing decades of dirt and pollutants from listed properties and conservation areas.
Gutter Clearance
Comprehensive gutter cleaning and maintenance prevents water damage to properties. Our team safely clears debris from modern and traditional guttering systems, ensuring proper drainage and preventing damp issues in residential and commercial buildings.
Window Cleaning
Using ladderless systems and water-fed poles, we clean windows on domestic and commercial properties safely and efficiently. Our service maintains glass surfaces on homes, offices, and factories across Bournemouth and Eastbourne areas.
Graffiti Removal
Professional graffiti removal using specialist techniques that preserve surface materials. We handle emergency call-outs for commercial properties and public spaces, restoring walls to clean, professional appearances without damage.
People
Gary Elford
Founder
Gary founded Elfords Exterior Cleaning & Restoration Exterior Cleaning & Restoration in 1994 after a career in engineering. His technical expertise led early adoption of ladderless window cleaning in 1998 and heritage systems like Doff and Torc. A local resident, he combines business leadership with community involvement in motocross and surf clubs.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve the south coast from Dorset to Kent, including Bournemouth, Eastbourne, and surrounding areas. For larger contracts, we operate nationwide.
Are you accredited for specialist cleaning?
Yes, we are accredited by IPAF and Stonehealth for heritage and industrial cleaning methods, including Doff and Torc systems.
Do you handle heritage property cleaning?
Yes, we specialise in sensitive cleaning for historic stone and brick structures using low-impact techniques like Doff superheated steam.
Can you remove oil stains from driveways?
Yes, our team effectively removes oil stains using specialist equipment and environmentally responsible cleaning solutions.
Are your services insured?
We maintain 5m Public Liability and 10m Employers Liability insurance for all our specialist exterior cleaning operations.
Reviews (4)
Janet Foley
Nov 26, 2021
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Elfords did a superb job cleaning the render on our town house. Very impressed with the result..Would definitely recommend.
Elizabeth C.-Reid
Oct 10, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Have been using his services for years. Always found him polite and reliable and completes all work efficiently to a high standard. Really good service, would recommend!
Have been using his services for years. Always found him polite and reliable and completes all work efficiently to a high standard. Really good service, would recommend!
Peter Duffy
Sep 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
The workmanship is top-notch and our block looks so much better for the brilliant tile cleaning Gary did on it.
The workmanship is top-notch and our block looks so much better for the brilliant tile cleaning Gary did on it.
Benjamin Hume
Apr 09, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Gary recently visited our apartments at Studland Dene, Alum Chine. He was very personable, cheerful and effective and did an excellent job cleaning the atrium roof and the entrance canopy. It was transformational.
Gary recently visited our apartments at Studland Dene, Alum Chine. He was very personable, cheerful and effective and did an excellent job cleaning the atrium roof and the entrance canopy. It was transformational.
