Roof Cleaning
Soft-Wash Only — Shingle Safe
Moss, algae, lichen and black streaks killed and cleared with low-pressure soft washing — the shingle-safe method that adds years to a mid-life roof.
That Green Stuff Is Eating Your Shingles
Moss and lichen root into the granule surface and hold water against it through every freeze-thaw cycle; the black streaks are algae feeding on the limestone in your shingles. Left alone, they shave years off a roof. Our soft wash applies a cleaning solution at low pressure that kills the growth at the root — it browns, dies, and rinses away with the weather.
Why We Refuse To Pressure Wash Roofs
A pressure washer strips the granules that protect shingles from UV — it makes the roof look clean by removing its armor, taking years off its life in an afternoon. Soft washing gets the same visual result chemically, at rinse-level pressure. If someone quotes you a pressure-washed roof, the cheap price includes a hidden cost.
What Homeowners Ask Us About Roofs
How much does roof cleaning cost?
Soft-wash pricing scales with roof size and staining — current rates live at roofgutternow.com/services, and a photo of your roof usually gets you a same-day exact quote.
Will the moss be gone the same day?
The treatment kills it immediately; heavy moss browns and releases over the following weeks as weather rinses it off. Black streaks typically clear much faster.
Is soft washing safe for my plants?
We pre-wet and rinse landscaping around the house and control overspray. It’s part of the process, not an afterthought.
How often should a roof be cleaned?
In our climate, every 3–5 years for shaded or north-facing roofs prone to growth — sooner if you see moss returning at the edges.
Is soft washing safe for old roofs?
It’s the only washing safe for any roof — no pressure means no granule loss, which matters more as shingles age.
How long does a roof stay clean after soft washing?
Typically years — treated surfaces resist recolonization, and shade management stretches the interval further.
Will roof cleaning remove lichen too?
Treatment kills lichen at the root; the crusts release gradually with weather rather than being torn off shingle surfaces.
Does a clean roof actually last longer?
Moss and algae hold moisture and eat filler minerals — removing the biology removes the accelerant. Cleaning is maintenance, not vanity.
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