Oil, fuel and grease contamination is a common issue on commercial sites with vehicle movement, but its impact goes far beyond appearance. On car parks, forecourts, service yards and loading bays, oil residue significantly increases slip risk—particularly during wet weather—placing responsibility on property owners and managing agents to act.
Over time, oil penetrates porous surfaces such as concrete, tarmac and block paving. If left untreated, this contamination accelerates surface breakdown, compromises drainage performance and increases the likelihood of complaints, incidents and unplanned remedial works. For facilities managers, oil staining is not just a maintenance issue—it is a duty-of-care and liability consideration.
Oil staining cannot be removed safely using uncontrolled pressure washing. High pressure applied without surface understanding often forces oil deeper into the substrate, spreads contamination and damages surface integrity rather than restoring it.
We are frequently asked to assess sites where previous cleaning attempts have resulted in etched concrete, patchy colour loss or rapid re-staining. In many cases, this leads to the assumption that resurfacing or replacement is required—when the real issue was inappropriate cleaning methodology.
Professional oil removal relies on controlled pressure, correct dwell times and specialist degreasers designed to lift oil from within the surface rather than drive it further in. Without this, short-term cosmetic improvement often masks long-term damage and increases total maintenance costs.
Our jet washing oil and stain removal service is designed specifically for commercial external environments where safety, surface preservation and operational continuity are critical.
We work across car parks, loading bays, fuel forecourts, industrial service yards and high-traffic access routes, selecting the most appropriate cleaning method for each surface. Every site is assessed to determine surface type, contamination depth and environmental factors before work begins, ensuring effective removal without unnecessary surface wear.
Jet washing is often delivered as part of a wider exterior maintenance programme, supporting long-term asset protection rather than reactive, one-off cleaning.
Oil contamination bonds deeply with porous materials, requiring more than pressure alone. Our process begins with a site inspection to assess contamination levels and surface condition before selecting the correct combination of temperature, pressure and specialist degreasers.
Pressure and dwell times are carefully controlled to lift oil from within the surface without etching, stripping or compromising drainage. This approach delivers a deeper, longer-lasting clean and reduces the likelihood of rapid re-staining or surface failure.
Our jet washing services are designed for commercial sites where vehicle movement, public access and safety compliance are critical.
Jet washing oil contamination is not a cosmetic task—it is a risk-managed operation. Our teams are trained to recognise surface limitations, contamination behaviour and early signs of degradation, allowing methods to be adjusted before damage occurs.
This ensures oil removal supports surface longevity, maintains safe access routes and aligns with the operational and compliance requirements of commercial property management.
Jet washing is particularly valuable for commercial sites that experience frequent vehicle movements or public footfall. It is commonly used as part of a planned exterior maintenance programme to maintain safety standards and preserve hardstanding surfaces.
This includes business parks, logistics centres, retail parks and mixed-use developments where consistent presentation and risk management are essential.
Cavalry Cleaning delivers commercial jet washing services across multiple UK regions, supporting both single-site businesses and multi-location property portfolios.
If oil staining or surface contamination is affecting safety or presentation on your site, early intervention prevents long-term damage and costly repairs.
Contact Cavalry Cleaning today to arrange a free site assessment and receive a clear, site-specific recommendation for your premises.
