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Prevent roof damage--get rid of moss and algae

There are about 101 ways to clean your roof. Should you use chemicals or some type of pressure cleaning? What methods are environmentally sound? What about damage to the roofing material itself?

There are a number of elements including sun, wind, rain, and airborne pollutants that can damage your roof. If your home has trees nearby, moss from the trees can drop on the roof, take hold, and produce a fine crop in a relatively short time. If left untreated, moss (with its amazing sponge-like capacity for holding water) can dramatically shorten the life of your roof. Algae, depending on your region, may cause unsightly staining and discoloration.

While there are a variety of options--and certainly your roof will have specific requirements--it´s important to remember the cumulative effect different types of chemicals and agents have on the environment. To preserve your roof, clean it at least once a year and prune nearby trees to control moss. If you choose to use zinc strips to control moss, consider installing them only on north-facing roofs where moss is more likely to be a significant problem.

A professional roof cleaning service will be able to help you care for your roof and avoid premature replacement as a result of damage from weather or moss and algae.

How to get estimates for Roof Cleaning.
  1. Submit our form. The short form on the service pages identifies your ZIP code location. When you enter your ZIP code and submit, it takes you to service type/task form.
  2. Once you've submitted your request, your project is matched against contractors qualified for your job.
  3. Up to four contractors contact you.
  4. You interview each contractor, take their bid, and make your choice.


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