Cleaning The PVC Cladding at JCB Staffordshire
Encanto were instructed by JCB to clean the external PVC cladding at one of their factory facilities. As a well known manufacturing brand, maintaining a clean and professional site appearance is important for staff, visitors and ongoing site presentation.
Our team planned and delivered a safe, efficient cladding clean designed to restore the original finish while working around the operational needs of a busy industrial environment.
Why it’s important to keep your Cladding Clean
Over time, external cladding collects traffic pollution, algae, mould, airborne dirt and industrial fallout, all of which can leave the building looking tired and uncared for.
This does not just affect appearance. Built up contamination can lead to staining, discolouration and long term deterioration, especially around joints, trims and drainage points. Routine cleaning helps protect the surface, extend the life of the cladding and maintain a consistently smart, well managed site.
The Brief
JCB required the PVC cladding to be thoroughly cleaned to improve the overall appearance of the factory exterior and restore the clean, bright finish of the panels.
The cladding had become dull due to weathering and general environmental build up, particularly in areas exposed to prevailing wind and rain run off.
Assessment & Planning
Before starting, we carried out a site review to confirm:
The condition of the PVC cladding
Safe access requirements and exclusion zones
The best cleaning approach to achieve results without damaging the surface
Because this is an active factory environment, work was planned to minimise disruption and maintain safe pedestrian and vehicle movement throughout the site.
Our Approach
PVC cladding needs the right technique to avoid marking, scratching or forcing water into seams. To achieve a consistent finish, we used a controlled cleaning process that lifted dirt and organic growth safely, focusing on:
Even coverage across panels to avoid patchiness
Care around joints, trims and detailing
Thorough rinsing to leave a clean, residue free surface
Health & Safety
As with all commercial and industrial projects, safety was a priority. Our operatives followed strict working procedures, including controlled working areas and safe working methods suited to a live site. Encanto are experienced in delivering external cleaning projects on complex sites, including those requiring specialist access and carefully managed working zones.
The Result
Once complete, the factory cladding looked noticeably brighter, cleaner and more uniform in colour. Removing the build up of dirt and organic growth immediately improved the visual impact of the building and helped JCB maintain the high standards expected of a major industrial site.
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