What is Roof Cleaning?

Roof Cleaning is the process of removing moss, mold, mildew, and algae off your roof. Some roof cleaning companies offer roof snow removal, debris removal, limb/tree Professional Guildford roof cleaners removal and some companies will remove pretty much anything Mother Nature decides to leave behind.

So what does a roof cleaning cost?
The cost to have a roof cleaning varies from area to area and the price is normally based on the size of house and the amount of work that is required. A typical roof cleaning costs a fraction of the cost of a new roof and range from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand (typically $450 – $2000) and the results can be dramatic.

Why should I clean my roof?
We find that there are two primary reasons our customers have their roof cleaned, the first is to enhance their curb appeal and the second is to stop damage from roof growth.

Enhance Curb Appeal:
Roof cleaning can make an old roof look new again which can be giant improvement to a home or businesses aesthetics without having to replace the roof. With a single roof cleaning you can up the resell value by making the roof look new and with the current real estate “buyers market” any options to save money and attract buyers is a good thing.

Many homes the roof is the main thing you see and having black roof stains and moss patches can make a beautiful home look horrible. Several of our customers have us clean their roofs every 2 years just to maintain the appearance.

Stop Damage:
Roof growth such as roof moss and roof lichen break down asphalt shingles by pulling off the roofs granules causing premature failure; having roof moss, lichen and algae can cut several years off the life of a roof in only a few years. Click the photo to the right to see how Roof Moss has destroyed these 10 year old shingles.

Many insurance companies through out the country have started to cancel or refuse to issue new policies if there is any roof growth present at the time of their inspection. This has become a major concern for homeowners.