Is your roof covered in moss? Roof moss can cause problems for your home and make it difficult to clean up. Call a professional if you see moss growing. They will assess the extent of the problem and create a plan for fixing it.
Are you having problems with mossy roofing? There are ways to prevent a roof from getting damaged.
Allow lots of sunlight to reach your roof. It forms in damp and wet areas, so it is important to eliminate shade. This can be done by trimming large trees or branches that cover your roof.
You can also prevent moss from growing on your roof by removing any leaves, branches, and seed pods.
We recommend zinc strips for long-term solutions. The zinc-coated strips should be attached just below the roof’s peak or ridge caps. It’s raining. The zinc strips will allow water to flow across the metal strips and off of the roof. This will prevent the formation of new moss. These simple preventative measures will keep your roof looking great and healthy. We have other tips for you if you’re interested in taking preventative steps.
How to clean a Mossy Roof
Moss can quickly spread once it starts growing. By trapping moisture and water in moss, it can cause roof damage. Your roof will eventually begin to decay and rot. It is important to act as soon as you notice moss growing. These are some things you can do to help:
- You can use a scrub brush or hose to remove moss.
- Use a moss removal cleaner. These products can cause damage to the environment so be sure to read the labels!
- You can also make your own roof-moss removal products. These chemicals are usually less toxic than those purchased at the store.
DIY MOSS REMOVER RECIPE
Combine 1 quart bleach, 1 gallon of water, and 1/4 cup heavy-duty cleaner such as trisodium phosphate. Cover the plants around your roof to prevent damage. Use your scrub brush to gently remove moss from your roof before applying a moss-removal cleaner. You will be able to control your scrubber movements by focusing on a small area at a time.
If you’ve never been on a roof before, we highly recommend that you hire a professional to help you! When it comes to roofing, safety is the most important.
This post was written by Reggie Reed! Reggie is a state-certified roofing contractor and co-owner of Reggie Reed Roofing, the best roofing company. He is a 4th generation roofing contractor. RR Roofing offers a wide variety of roofing services for residential homes, apartment complexes, condos, commercial buildings, churches, and more. Reggie enjoys dedicating his spare time to helping underprivileged youth in his community and traveling with his family and friends.
