Why you should clean moss off your roof

Why do I want to clean moss and algae off my roof? 

In the Vancouver area because of the damp climate, it is a great atmosphere for moss and algae to grow on your roof and moss and algae on your roof is a great recipe for a weak and damaged roof. Over time the moist the moss absorbs will keep your roof and shingle wet, that will eventually eat away at your shingles and start making your roof wet and moist that will eventually lead to mold or hole in your roof. Algae and bacteria will eat away at your shingles that will lessen the lifespan of your shingles and eventually you would have to change then must sooner then if you were to just keep them clean in the first place

How to avoid have moss an algae growing on my roof? 

If you want to avoid moss and algae growing on your roof the best way to avoid that is to get a roof cleaning done at least once a year. Getting the debris cleaned off every year will help to prevent moss and algae from growing on your roof.

What are the most common methods in cleaning moss and algae off your roof? 

There are several methods for cleaning moss and algae off your roof that are common.

More affordable option for cleaning moss and algae off a roof -  Spraying your roof with a roof washing detergent and just letting it sit it will kill the bacteria and moss and over time the moss and algae will wash away with the rain. This can take up to 3 months to see the results.

Moss spot removal -  This is done by spraying moss killing detergent on the effective areas then brushing the moss and algae off your roof.

Deep roof cleaning -  When getting a deep roof cleaning in the end results you will get almost a new roof.  First, you have the moss killing detergent sprayed onto your roof. It has to let sit for 3 to 4 days and has to be done on a dry day. Then a light pressure of water is used to wash away all the moss and algae.

Can I have my roof cleaned on a rainy day? 

When you are getting your roof cleaned it does have to be on a dry day because the chemicals have to sit and absorb into the roof.  The material of a roof no matter what kind of roof you have shingle, tile, or cedar it is a hard material, the hard material takes longer to absorb chemicals when cleaning. To get the best results in your roof cleaning it is best to let the chemicals sit on your roof for a few days before cleaning off the moss and algae.

Do I have to have my gutters cleaned when getting my roof cleaned? 

When cleaning moss off your roof, the moss will get into your gutters, so yes you do need to get your gutters cleaned if you are getting your roof cleaned.

What is the average price of roof cleaning? 

Roof cleaning can vary from what you want done. If you want just a simple roof blow, blowing debris off your roof on an average size house can vary from $50 to $150. If you are getting moss spot removal on a normal size house it depends on how much moss you have on your roof but the price can be anywhere from $300 to $800. If you are wanting a deep clean of your whole roof then the price can range from $1000 to $2000 depending on your roof type, how large your roof is, and how steep your roof is.

What is the common roof cleaning detergent used to clean moss off roofs?

If you are looking for the most eco-friendly option there are several options on the market that are eco-friendly and do not contain toxic chemicals such as chlorine-bleach, phosphates or other chemicals that can kill vegetation and pollute waterways. When using an eco-friendly option the best is to use a low-pressure wash after to wash away all the moss and algae. 

Some roof cleaners will make their own roof cleaner to save money that would be sodium hypochlorite (chlorine bleach) mix it in high concentrations with other chemicals such as trisodium phosphate, also known as TSP.  Using this method is not effective and you would need to get the roof sprayed a few times in order to get the best results. Roof cleaners don't generally tell their customers they are using this method. If you want to make sure the roof cleaner is using a better product ask the roof cleaner to supply you with a receipt or show you the bottle. 

There are several products on the market that are eco-friendly for cleaning roof such as. 

• Roof wash
• Wash Safe
• RoofOX
• Roof Cleaner Qse 
• Defy roof cleaner
• Spray & forget roof cleaner

These are just some of the most popular roof cleaning products but not the only roof cleaning products. 

Who is the best roof cleaning company in Greater Vancouver area? 

If you are looking for a reliable roof cleaning in the Greater Vancouver area then Quick Sidekick should be your go-to company when it comes to roof cleaning. They deliver results and care about providing the best service. 

Call 604-343-5763 to book your estimate for roof cleaning or go to Quick Sidekick website at http://quicksidekick.com/lowermainland-BC/

When Quick Sidekick provides a roof cleaning quote they actually go to your home to provide a quote.