Our wash techs are the roof cleaning experts.
A dirty roof is not just an eyesore, but can also be a costly disaster in the making.
A home’s roof is the resting place for many dangerous organisms. Those include lichens, moss and algae that can erode shingles and compromise the wood sheathing under roofing materials.
This scenario can create the ideal condition for mold growth, which poses serious health risks to the residents. When a roof is neglected to the extent that it starts leaking, it could lead to widespread damage, including rotting walls and ceilings.
The organisms that damage roofs can be removed easily by a professional pressure washing company. Cleaning experts at companies like Complete Power Wash use their pressure washing technique to safely remove the natural buildup and make your roof last longer. The technique employed is called “softwash,” (read more below).
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SoftWash for Safe Roof Cleaning
Complete Power Wash techs use gentle water pressure to apply the cleaning agent, or detergent, and then gently rinse the exterior of your home. We do not use high pressure applications that can damage the surface of your home. Our softwash technique also keeps water from being forced behind the siding, which can lead to more serious damage in the future. Trapped moisture can lead to mold issues.
Among the residential pressure washing services offered by Complete Power Wash include house washing and deck and patio cleaning. Beyond this, they will entertain special washing projects, and are even trained in commercial and industrial power washing. If you would like to see a gallery of our work, click here.
CPW’s Pressure Washing Services
Among the residential pressure washing services offered by the Fields family are siding cleaning, roof cleaning, deck and patio cleaning. Beyond this, they will entertain special washing projects, and are even trained in cleaning church steeples.
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Click here to read CPW’s expert advice on pressure washing in the Tri-state area of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. This link is for Complete Pressure Washing Blog posts. Click here to read reviews posted on the company’s Facebook page.
Listed here are a few questions and answers about roof stains.
What areas do you serve?
We provide non-pressure softwash roof cleaning in the entire Tri-State area of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. This includes (in Maryland) Clear Spring, Hagerstown, Hancock, Funkstown, Williamsport, Smithsburg, Sharpsburg Myersville, Brunswick, Boonsboro, Keedysville, Middletown, and Burkittsville. In West Virginia we serve Falling Waters, Marlowe, Martinsburg, Berkeley Springs, Hedgesville and Shepherdstown. In Pennsylvania, we serve State Line, Greencastle and Waynesboro residents and businesses.
Is your service guaranteed?
Absolutely! Our service is covered by our 100% satisfaction guarantee. Your roof will look drastically better with proven same day results. Some heavier growths, such as lichen and moss will be killed the day of treatment but may take a while to release their grip on the shingles with a bit of time and a few rains. If you are unhappy with the cleaning results on your roof, we will return and retreat the areas in question at no charge to you.
How long will my roof stay clean after treatment?
While it depends upon your conditions, most roofs will remain clear of visible stains for several years.
Will the treatment harm the environment?
No. The combination of cleaners that we use and the procedures that we follow assure that there will be no adverse affect on the environment or your plants and landscaping. Our process is people and pet friendly too.
Will my roof be harmed during the cleaning process?
Not at all. Our non-pressure SoftWash application will not cause damage to your roof. In fact, our process is the one recommended by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association for cleaning shingles under warranty.
Does my roof need to be replaced?
Probably not. Many roofs can have the algae and discoloration removed using our low impact cleaners and treatments, returning them to a newer-looking appearance without damage. In the old days, shingles were replaced because the tar dried up and the shingles become brittle and leaks would begin to occur. But this usually only happened twenty five or more years after the shingles were installed. A proper roof cleaning can help you shingle roof get the long life span it was designed to have.
Why is my roof discolored?
Most roof stains are caused by an algae called Gloeocapsa magma. The algae is airborne and can land on any roof at any time. It usually grows first and fastest on the north facing portions of your home. The algae is a tiny plant and the stains typically only become visible after they have grown unchecked for awhile. There typically is no immediate danger but if allowed to grow too long, the plant life holds moisture on the roof and this allows moss and other things can to begin to grow and that is where the roof life really begins to be affected in a negative way. It is not uncommon to have an algae “bloom”. People often tell us that they noticed some discoloration and then all of a sudden one season it just spread like wildfire. This is because although the algae spores are present all over your roof, they need a certain amount of moisture to germinate. More plants mean more moisture and more moisture means more plants. Call us to stop the cycle before any damage can occur.