Page 16 • The HERALD • 25th June 2026 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES v MEET THE EXPERT: MUCK OFF ROOF & EXTERIOR CLEANING SOLUTIONS No matter how houseproud you might be, there are some parts of your home that require a professional. When it comes to your roof and other outdoor areas, that professional is Mike from Muck O Roof & Exterior Cleaning Solutions. Mike safely cleans and helps maintain residential and commercial property exteriors, delivering a premium finish that standard DIY methods simply cannot achieve. Muck O understands that a home is a person’s most valuable asset, building an enviable local reputation based on a meticulous approach, reliable communication, and a total commitment to exceptional service. ese include: • Roof Restoration & Protection: Mike uses safe, professional techniques to remove moss and organic growth, including low-pressure steam cleaning and manual scraping. Every job concludes with a professional-grade biocide treatment to prevent regrowth and protect tiles long-term. • Driveway, Patio & Decking Deep Cleaning: High-performance, specialised equipment ensures the e ective removal of stubborn dirt, black spot, and organic growth from block paving, natural stone, tarmac, and wood. • Render & So Washing: Utilising advanced so wash systems, Muck O safely removes red, green, and black algae from K-Rend and Monocouche surfaces, restoring the original colour without the risk of high-pressure damage. • Solar Panel Maintenance: Using pure water technology to safely maximise system e ciency and output. Muck Off maintains a flawless 100% 5-star Google review rating from satis ed local clients. Recent feedback highlights the company’s standards, such as: “The attention to detail and care taken really shows. Absolutely thrilled with the outcome,” and “Mike takes pride in his work... professional, polite, and very tidy. Highly recommended.” For peace of mind, Muck O is fully insured, uses industry-leading professional equipment, and is proudly based right here on the Waterside. To get a quote or to nd out more, please use the contact details opposite. The Dreaded Oil Based Lubricant! by Mark Chapman, Klic-Key ree years ago, in these very pages, I wrote about the dangers of using oil based lubricants such as WD40 with your locks. It’s an issue I still come across, so now is a good time to return to the subject. When people encounter a sticky, problematic lock, an oil based lubricant seems to be the obvious answer. I’m an auto-locksmith, and it’s not just cars where I come across this issue. Locksmith Bugsy Edwards at Keywise encounters just the same issue at domestic properties with window and door locks. Sure enough, a er a couple of squirts of these lubricants everything seems to be like new. But in the longer term it’s a di erent story. Over a period of weeks, the lubricant goes o like glue, becoming waxier with time. So, where you may have had a minor problem before, you’ve now got a serious one. As professional locksmiths, albeit in two di erent trades, both Klic-Key and Keywise only use oil-free lubricants and we strongly recommend that you do too. If you’re having problems with your locks, or you’ve used a lubricant like WD40 and are now encountering problems on your vehicle or at home, then give Keywise or myself a call (details in the listing opposite). We can help avoid a sticky situation and get everything running smoothly once more. Mike, Muck Off Roof & Exterior Cleaning Solutions Mark Chapman, Klic-Key
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