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Roof cleaning is a very important part of home maintenance and may be the most important part of roof maintenance. Keeping your roof clean prevents decay, which could lead to expensive repairs or even a complete replacement of your roofing. Roof Cleaning will extend the lifespan and functionality of your roof.
Homeowners are replacing their 25-30 year asphalt shingles/cedar shake in year 11 or 12 because the aesthetics of the roof have become undesirable and are not sure how to solve the problem. 99% of the time your roof simply needs to be properly cleaned which will restore the roofing to their natural color and help prolong the life of the roof.
We provide the high volume, low pressure chemical application process recommended by manufacturer's recommended specifications!
to properly clean your asphalt and cedar shake roof shingles keeping up with curb appeal and preventative maintenance!
USEFUL ROOF CLEANING INFORMATION
1. You Can Do Roof Cleaning Yourself--But Don't Take The Decision To Lightly
DIY roof cleaning certainly exists, but before you decide that this is your preferred method, make sure you look at all the facts.
Sure -- having algae on your roof is an unattractive attribute. However, it's more than that, roof algae is a living thing, and it's feeding off of your shingles (actually, it's feeding off of a limestone filler commonly used in shingle production). If it's not taken care of, it will take years off of the life of your roofing.
If your roof isn't cleaned regularly, especially if the algae is visibly noticeable, it can lead to rapid deterioration of your shingles, which has a few effects:
3. Roof Cleaning is not an overpriced service; on the contrary, our roof cleaning process is charged at a fair price, especially considering the aforementioned cost of roof replacements.
Our roof cleaning typically costs around 10% of the cost to replace. Considering the importance of the service, plus the amount you'll end up spending without it, it's well worth the cost of hiring a professional.
4. Even If You Can't See The Algae, You May Still Need A Cleaning
In its earliest stages of development, algae is completely invisible. So even if your roof appears to be okay, there's a chance that the best time to have it cleaned is now. This is one of the reasons that professional roofers recommend you have a roof inspection around once every three years--the earlier you're able to catch the problem, the better it is for your roofing.
Many homeowners may decide to spot clean their roof, but algae could be effecting your entire roof even it's only visible in spots. It's always a good idea to take preventative measures, and to have a cleaning be as thorough as possible when it is done.
5. There are a few different ways to clean your roof; we SPECIALIZE in a high volume, low pressure chemical process:
We stand by our process with OUR
Homeowners are replacing their 25-30 year asphalt shingles/cedar shake in year 11 or 12 because the aesthetics of the roof have become undesirable and are not sure how to solve the problem. 99% of the time your roof simply needs to be properly cleaned which will restore the roofing to their natural color and help prolong the life of the roof.
We provide the high volume, low pressure chemical application process recommended by manufacturer's recommended specifications!
to properly clean your asphalt and cedar shake roof shingles keeping up with curb appeal and preventative maintenance!
USEFUL ROOF CLEANING INFORMATION
1. You Can Do Roof Cleaning Yourself--But Don't Take The Decision To Lightly
DIY roof cleaning certainly exists, but before you decide that this is your preferred method, make sure you look at all the facts.
- When you're purchasing cleaning products, find a company you know you can trust to buy from. Look for a company that supplies multiple formulas and also offers preventative solutions.
- If you use the right chemicals, proper procedures, and rinsing techniques, you can count on the chemicals not doing any damage to your shingles or your landscape.
Sure -- having algae on your roof is an unattractive attribute. However, it's more than that, roof algae is a living thing, and it's feeding off of your shingles (actually, it's feeding off of a limestone filler commonly used in shingle production). If it's not taken care of, it will take years off of the life of your roofing.
If your roof isn't cleaned regularly, especially if the algae is visibly noticeable, it can lead to rapid deterioration of your shingles, which has a few effects:
- Since your shingles help block UV rays, you'll drop in your home's energy efficiency and steep rise in your AC bills.
- You'll have to replace your roofing much sooner than you should need to, and that can cost upwards of $10,000.
3. Roof Cleaning is not an overpriced service; on the contrary, our roof cleaning process is charged at a fair price, especially considering the aforementioned cost of roof replacements.
Our roof cleaning typically costs around 10% of the cost to replace. Considering the importance of the service, plus the amount you'll end up spending without it, it's well worth the cost of hiring a professional.
4. Even If You Can't See The Algae, You May Still Need A Cleaning
In its earliest stages of development, algae is completely invisible. So even if your roof appears to be okay, there's a chance that the best time to have it cleaned is now. This is one of the reasons that professional roofers recommend you have a roof inspection around once every three years--the earlier you're able to catch the problem, the better it is for your roofing.
Many homeowners may decide to spot clean their roof, but algae could be effecting your entire roof even it's only visible in spots. It's always a good idea to take preventative measures, and to have a cleaning be as thorough as possible when it is done.
5. There are a few different ways to clean your roof; we SPECIALIZE in a high volume, low pressure chemical process:
We stand by our process with OUR