Façade cleaning in Geneva & Lausanne
A clean façade changes how an entire building reads. Parfanet works on stone, concrete, render, glass and metal, using the access method your building actually allows.
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Geneva & Lake Geneva
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The façade is the first thing visitors judge
Around Lake Geneva a façade gets dirty in layers: traffic particles on urban roads, limescale deposits left by rain on stone, greasy films near catering areas, and above all moss and algae on north-facing walls that never dry out completely. It builds up slowly, then becomes impossible to ignore.
We do not treat every façade the same way, because mineral render, porous natural stone, metal cladding and a glazed curtain wall differ in both durability and risk. The on-site survey determines the permissible pressure, the product, the water temperature and the access method — in that order.
Access drives the price, not the surface area
Two buildings of identical size can take a day or a week depending on whether a platform can be set up at the entrance or whether the work has to be done on ropes from the roof. In Geneva, the public-space permit, pavement width, tram line and parking spaces to be suspended often weigh more than the square metres.
That is why we publish no per-square-metre rate for façades. A price quoted without seeing the building would either be a safety margin you pay for nothing, or a quote revised mid-project. We prefer to visit, measure, and set an amount that does not move.
What sets our work apart
Technical survey before pricing
Substrate type, joint condition, orientation, access and neighbourhood constraints are recorded on site. The quote starts from facts, not a remote estimate.
Access method chosen, not imposed
Platform, light scaffolding or rope access depending on the layout. We explain why an option is selected and what it means for timing and permits.
Pressure calibrated per material
Render and soft stone cannot take the pressure used on concrete. The wrong setting strips the coating and the damage is permanent.
Treated at the root, not cosmetically
Moss and algae are treated properly; a plain rinse brings them back within one season.
Surroundings protected
Frames, blinds, planting and vehicles are protected before we start, and run-off water is controlled.
Coordinated with the managing agent
Schedule, tenant notice and access to common areas are arranged with the agent in advance.
What's included
Price depends on substrate and access — never on surface area alone.
- Technical survey and test patch in a discreet area
- Protection of frames, blinds, floors and planting
- Low- or high-pressure cleaning according to substrate
- Long-lasting moss and algae treatment
- Targeted stain removal (rust marks, run-off, graffiti where the substrate allows)
- Glazing and frames cleaned together with the façade
- Controlled rinsing and run-off water management
- Joint final inspection with the client
How we work
1. Visit and survey
We identify materials, joint condition, problem orientations and the access methods genuinely available.
2. Test patch
A discreet test validates the product and pressure combination before committing to the whole façade.
3. Fixed quote and schedule
Amount, duration, access method and required permits are put in writing.
4. Work and handover
Protected site, progress zone by zone, joint handover at the end with you or the managing agent.
Our façade options
Price depends on substrate and access — never on surface area alone.
Accessible façade
Platform or direct access from ground level
On quote
after an on-site survey
- Technical survey included
- Test patch
- Surroundings protected
- Moss treatment
Rope access
Buildings without platform access
On quote
certified rope technicians
- Access and safety study
- Zone-by-zone work
- Glazing included
- Agent coordination
Multi-year contract
Property portfolio or exposed façade
On quote
scheduled visits
- Multi-year calendar
- Substrate condition tracking
- Consolidated rate
- Report after each visit
The amounts above are floor prices, not closed packages: they cover a standard job. The final price depends on the actual duration and difficulty of the work — surfaces, frequency, access and condition of the premises. Your quote is free, issued after a visit, and does not change once given. For up-to-date rates, get in touch.
Façade cleaning — frequently asked questions
Why don't you give a per-square-metre price?
Because access often matters more than area. A 400 m² façade reachable by platform from a private courtyard costs less than a 200 m² façade on a narrow street with a tram line, a public-space permit and rope access. A blind per-square-metre rate would mislead in one direction or the other.
Can high pressure damage my façade?
Yes, and it is a real risk. Render, soft stone or tired joints cannot take the pressure used on sound concrete: the coating comes off and the damage is irreversible. That is why we run a test patch before starting. On some substrates we deliberately work at low pressure, more slowly.
How long does the result last?
Mainly depending on orientation and surroundings. A south-facing façade in a residential area can stay clean for years; a shaded north wall near trees greens over faster. The long-lasting treatment slows recolonisation but does not stop it — we say so beforehand, not afterwards.
Do tenants need to be informed?
Yes. We provide a notice to display, stating the dates, which windows to keep closed and which balconies to clear. On managed buildings this is arranged directly with the agent before we start.
Do you clean the windows during the same visit?
That is the most logical moment: the access equipment is already in place. Handling glazing separately later means bringing a platform or ropes back a second time, so paying for access twice.
Do you remove graffiti?
It depends on the substrate. On smooth, non-porous surfaces removal is usually complete. On porous stone or absorbent render a ghost image can remain visible; we flag that before starting rather than promising a result the material cannot deliver.
Other services
- Roof CleaningMoss removal, gutters and downpipes
- Residential CleaningFlats and villas, regular upkeep
- Carpet & Moquette CleaningHot water extraction, offices and hotels
- Terrace CleaningPaving, wood and composite
- Commercial PaintingOffices, shops and common areas
- Fleet WashingCompany vehicles, at your site
A façade that needs restoring?
We survey the building and issue a fixed quote, access and permits included.