Roof Cleaning
Specializing in Asphalt Composition Roof Cleaning Services in Northern Virginia
One of the common mistakes made by other roof cleaning firms is that they treat all roofs the same way. Regardless of whether it’s a
composition, tile, composite, metal or cedar shake roof, they want to apply their “one solution fits all” practice to all roof types.
Wash My Deck utilizes a Low-pressure system removes the stains without harming your shingles
- There are huge differences in how the various roof types need to be maintained.
- Even within the same roof material type, there are various methods that need to be used depending on your roof’s unique characteristics and its surrounding environment.
Here are the most common reasons for roof cleaning or roof treating:
Debris – This is hard to avoid in the Northern Virginia Area and can be a precursor to moss.
Algae – Less common by itself, but often accompanies moss, particularly below upper roof downspouts that empty onto a lower roof.
UV from sun exposure – Damages all roofs, but particularly cedar shake roofs.
Deterioration – Cedar roofs are subject to wood rot and insect infestation.
Aesthetics – The homeowner may simply be tired of an ugly roof (it can account for a major portion of the frontal view of your home) or in preparation for selling (increasing curb appeal.)
Roof Cleaning- Caked on Lichen
Lichen – Lichen is a combination of an algae and a fungus. It can be found growing on roofs, pavers, rock walls, grave stones, sidewalks, outdoor cushions and other outdoor surfaces. Lichen is an invasive organism and may appear on surfaces as tiny, shrubby branches (fruticose) leafy structures (foliose), or in crusty patches (crustose). Lichens thrive on a combination of sunlight, carbon dioxide, water and minerals.
Is Lichen harmful? Should I remove it?
This surface moisture may freeze in cold weather which can cause frost damage to asphalt shingles or other surfaces. As time goes on, your roof shingles may bend and warp. The lichen can penetrate your roof’s exterior causing the shingles to separate. This spells disaster for your roof!
My HOA was on my back about stains on my roof, so I looked into roof cleaning. It was much less expensive than replacement. Steve and his crews, walked through the process, were clean and performed excellent work removing all the stains from my roof. What a difference, my house looks great!
Jeremy H.
Gainesville, Va
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