Is Roof Cleaning Important?

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home. Not only does it protect your home from damages and inclement weather, it also provides a lot of structure to the exterior of your home. What happens when you notice dirt on your roof?

Roof Contaminants

If you've seen black or green streaking, you might think it's dirt or grass that somehow made its way up to your roof. However, most identifiable dirt is algae, fungus, or moss.

These spores get onto your roof through a combination of traveling through the wind and bird droppings. If left to grow, these contaminants can start to break down at the shingles and structure of your roof. Over time, this can cause long-lasting damages by facilitating water damage.

Shingle Damage

Algae, fungus, and moss feed off both asphalt and limestone. That means these contaminants literally break down your shingles over time. Another reason to ensure you're keeping you with your roof cleaning needs is that contaminants growing on your roof can start to absorb heat and create an artificial layer of insolation.

Over time, this will reduce the lifespan of your shingles and result in high heat in your attic. Not only will you have to work to replace shingles on your roof, but you'll also be paying extra for energy costs to cool off your home.

Wood Rot

Another danger to your roof is moss's ability to hold moisture and divert water. This makes the roof deck susceptible to wood rot and leaking. Moss grows in the slots between shingles, which is the last place water will evaporate from because it's a nice shady area that isn't exposed to the sun.

Professional Roof Cleaning

Pressure washing experts know that you might not even be aware of moss and algae growing on your roof. When you work with a pressure washing professional, they will choose biodegradable cleaners and a gentle water pressure to clean away any build up on your roof.

The pressure washing pros at Virginia SoftWash LLC know that your roof can't stand up to the high powered water sprays used in pressure washing. That's why we use professional soft washing for all your roof cleaning needs. Soft washing is a gentle cleaning process that ensures your roof is safe throughout the cleaning process.

Professional roof cleaning doesn't just clean away contaminants. It helps to protect your roof from moss, mildew, and other contaminants. We also help ensure you don't have to worry about water damages or wood rot. To ensure you're getting the best roof cleaning possible, call the pressure washing experts at Virginia SoftWash LLC today and set up an appointment.