Roof Cleaning
Professional Roof Cleaning
Roof cleaning - is the cleaning method of removing algae, mold, mildew, lichen, and moss from any roofing system. Roof cleaning is achieved with a bleach or sodium percarbonate solution, our Lowcountry SoftWash Systems, surfactants, and many precautionary for the surrounding landscape.
Importance of Cleaning Your Roof
Cleaning can lengthen the continuation of a roof's capability to function. Algae and different varieties of build-up regularly develop on the shaded areas of roofs receiving more insufficient sun and can diminish a roof's life expectancy. The presence of debris, dirt, or biomass can influence how much sunlight is absorbed by a roof and therefore the volume of heat a house absorbs.
Your roof is one of the most significant features of your home or commercial building. Routine professional roof cleaning is a significant role in maintaining the safety and health of your home or commercial property. Our roof cleaning services not only eliminate unsightly stains and debris from your roof’s exterior, but our professional cleaning service removes built-up organic material that can generate rot, damage, and even roof failure. Roof replacement can be an expensive and untimely endeavor, but with our roof cleaning services, you can potentially prolong the longevity of your roof and help advance its aesthetic appeal.
No-Pressure Roof Cleaning
Clean Coastal Living’s team of professional technicians specialize in no-pressure roof cleaning, commonly identified as soft washing. Our day-to-day process is accomplished from our very own Lowcountry Softwash Systems, a low-pressure pump that is capable of applying accurate measurements of cleaning solutions, like sodium hypochlorite (bleach) and surfactants through its system at adaptable pressure ranges (typically 80psi - 120psi). This system is capable of switching between applying solution and rinsing. Neutralizing agents to assist in diminishing damages that can be caused by chemicals.
Soft Washing - is a low-pressure cleaning method regularly utilized to safely treat and eliminate organic matter: mildew, bacteria, algae, fungus, moss, lichens in addition to dirt, grime, and spiderwebs.
Our professional roof cleaning services allow our technicians to achieve exceptional results while preserving your delicate roofing materials from water damage. Our team will eliminate dirt, debris, stains, and organic material from the surface of your roof, restoring your roof to its original color and condition. Our roof cleaning specialists are able to thoroughly washed and sanitize the surface of your roof and notify you of any minor repairs you may need to make before they get more dangerous.
Roofing Systems We Clean
The different materials and shapes have emerged over the years to address consumer’s expectations for price and style. In addition, different roof types and materials are more prevalent in certain areas of the United States because of environmental factors. As an example, it is very common to find tile and metal roofs within Coastal Georgia and the Lowcountry of South Carolina whereas asphalt roofs are more common in further inland communities.
What Causes Those Black Streaks?
The black or brown discoloration seen on a lot of roofs that are frequently mistaken for dirt or residue is, in fact, a type of algae called Gloeocapsa Magma. This kind of algae is transferred through the air and tends to land, gather and grow on roofs. Besides generating unpleasant black streaks, these algae also feed on the limestone filler in your shingles, generating deterioration to your roof. Commonly found in climates with warm, humid summers, it does no damage to the roofing, but it certainly does looks bad.
When left untreated, this algae can multiply quickly, feeding on your roofing shingles and tiles. This can lead to costly repairs and even devastating whole roof failure. Mold, mildew, and algae growth on your roof can also generate inadequate interior air quality and avoidable health concerns for you and your family.
Benefits of Roof Cleaning
Professional roof cleaning services are a cost-effective way to enhance the curb appeal of your home, raise your property appraisal, and assist you to provide your family or employees with a clean, safe, and healthy environment. At Clean Coastal Living, we recognize that a clean roof is a longer-lasting roof.
✅ Improve Curb Appeal
If you’re not worried about your home’s curb appeal, you should. Nothing demolishes a home’s appeal faster than a dirty, ugly roof. Furthermore, if you’re striving to sell your home, a clean, sparkling looking roof can increase your possibilities of someone purchasing.
✅ Improve Energy Efficiency
Did you remember that the color of your roof can play a part in the energy efficiency of your home? Comparable to vehicles, the more iniquitous the color, the more heat it absorbs. If it’s a lighter shade, the heat bounces off. The identical concept pertains to your roof. Additionally, streaks and stains can absorb/ confine heat in your roof and minimizes your energy efficiency.
✅ Prevent Gutter Debris
If your roof is dirty, dirtied with debris, or frequented by critters, this can lead to your gutters becoming obstructed. Once your gutters are clogged, you could move into concerns with roof damage, foundation problems, or landscaping ordeals due to water flooding.
5 Year Mold Free Roof Cleaning Warranty
Clean Coastal Living stands behind their roof cleaning to conserve a streak-free absence of dark molds and algae from virtually any roofing system for a period of 5 years from the original date of cleaning. If any development, such as algae or mildew streaking, lichens, or moss should return within our warranty period we will revisit your home and retreat the roof.