Safe Roof Cleaning

Roof cleaning is actually very different then pressure washing. In fact, a pressure washer should never be used to clean a roof!

We’re often asked what the dark staining is on shingle roofs. It’s called Gloeocapsa Magma algae. The bad news is this algae feeds off of limestone. Limestone is a key ingredient on your roof – an open buffet for Gloeocapsa Magma. Left un-treated, the algae that leaves your roof looking dirty and discolored will also eat way years of useful life from your roof.

The good news is we have exactly what is needed to kill, remove and prevent gloeocapsa magma. The method and solution we use is approved by the American Roofing Manufacturers Association. Our solution is safe when used properly, and it does not contain heavy degreasers. Heavy degreasers will clean the algae from the roof by removing a layer of asphalt and shingle grit! Our no pressure method simply kills the aglea and prevents it’s return.

Cleaning your roof not only instantly increases curb appeal, but it adds years of useful life back to your roof. Just because your roof is discolored does not mean it can’t be brought back to life!

Results are immediate with most roofs using our no pressure method. When we leave, your roof will look totally different. Your neighbors will think you had a new roof installed. Only in extreme cases, such as heavy moss growing on the roof, will results need some time.