Fleming Island Roof Washing

The growth of algae on the roof of your house is not just unappealing in terms of looks, but it may be an indicator of something more serious. If you see black streaks on your roof where water drains, you probably have an algae infestation on the roof. You should schedule a roof cleaning immediately from experts at Top Notch Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing in Fleming Island. We will use state of the art roof washing techniques to get rid of it. DIY methods are not very effective in cleaning algae on areas as large as the roof and climbing ladders and walking on the roof comes with its own risks to you and the roof.

Is it Really Algae?

The scientific name for roof algae is Gloeocapsa Magma. It is dangerous for your house because it survives by feeding on the limestone in the shingles of your roof, making them weaker over time. As they feed on the limestone, they leave behind a black residue which you will notice streaking down the roof, and if not cleaned properly you might end up having to replace the shingles entirely which can be a very costly process.

Why Does Algae Thrive? 

Algae thrives in wet and humid climates. Roofs that are made in part from limestone and other materials that can retain moisture for longer periods are most likely to experience an overgrowth of algae. You can find them growing on areas of the roof which do not receive much sunlight and are shady and cool. For these types of roofs, it’s not just that it’s ugly, a proper roof cleaning will help extend the life of your roof.

Why Do You Need Experts? 

Removing algae requires the use of chemicals and the right type of proper protective gear and roof cleaning techniques. Along with algae, there may be fungus, lichens, and moss as well on the roof. You could develop allergies if you encounter them or you could also slip on the moss while trying to do your own roof washing. This is why it’s better to leave the roof cleaning to the experts from Top Notch Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing in Fleming Island who are best equipped to handle such growth.

Do I Really Need Experts? 

You should always use professionals to get rid of algae infestation. At Top Notch Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing in Fleming Island, we use soft roof washing techniques that allow us to use detergents that will kill algae and moss without scrubbing or harming your roof. After the detergent does its job, we use a low pressure, high volume approach to rinse the roof.

At Top Notch Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing in Fleming Island, we are certified professionals who are trained to use the best roof washing techniques. We are trained to handle the state-of-the-art equipment as well as any chemicals and biodegradable cleansers that might be required to clean the algae.

Say Goodbye to Algae and Those Streaks

If you find algae or the black streaks left by algae on your roof, give us a call. We have the tools and training required to safely remove it from your roof.