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you ready to protect your home from roof fungus, moss, mildew
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FREE!Roof Stains
(black algae)
GOOD NEWS! Those
Ugly roof stains can be removed from your roof, quickly,
easily, safely, and affordably. Your roof can look like new
again for a fraction of the cost of re-roofing. Don't replace
it just because it has ugly
algae!
What are those ugly roof stains?
Ugly roof stains are not caused by trees, birds, leaves, or
pine needles. The stains are caused by the air-born spores
from black algae, fungus and mold. The spores land on your
roof and grow on the asphalt material the shingles are made
from.
Why do the stains only grow on one side of
my roof?
Black algae usually grows on the North side of the home as well
as areas under trees. The North side of the home gets the least
amount of sun and therefore stays wet the longest. The same is
true with the area under trees where there is the most shade
and the trees drip rain water keeping the surface wet for
longer. The moisture allows the algae to flourish.
Will the algae harm my shingles?
Yes, if left untreated for long enough. Over time the algae
growth can cause your shingles to dry, crack and curl. Leaks
will result leading to premature roof replacement. With proper
maintenance, your roof should last at least as long as the
warranty period.
Can I use chlorine bleach to remove the
stains?
Some contractors and home owners do use chlorine bleach to
clean their roofs, but it is not advisable. Bleach will clean
the surface of the shingle but will not kill the whole algae
colony. The stains usually start to reappear within 12 to 18
months. Chlorine will also kill your plants, and is harmful to
the environment. In some cases, the chlorine runoff from the
roof can void your termite warranty due to the interaction with
the chemicals in the ground guarding your home. In short,
using chlorine is not worth the risk when there are other much
safer and less costly alternatives.
Will cleaning my roof with a pressure
washer harm my roof?
YES! Never use a standard commercial pressure washer to clean
your roof. Using a pressure washer will clean the stains from
your roof but will also remove the surface of your shingles.
Many homeowners have replaced their roofs within just a few
years after cleaning it with commercial pressure washers
How Do I Clean My Roof?
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Don't replace your roof just because you
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