Roof Cleaning Cowbit

Roof Cleaning Cowbit offers a full roof cleaning service for private and business properties in Cowbit and surrounding towns and villages in Lincolnshire. Getting your roof cleaned can be a relatively speedy way of improving the look of your house, by removing moss, dirt and anything else that has accumulated on your roof.

As roofs age and become more porous, they are gradually invaded by moss, algae and dirt. Maintaining a roof that is clean and void of any moss and algae is usually very difficult for the majority of owners and can become a continual cause for problems.

Wouldn’t it be nice to have your roof look brand new again?

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Why should I have it cleaned?

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A large accumulation of moss and algae on your roof and other organic growth could well cause serious issues with the roof and the life-span of the tiles will over time be affected too. If you neglect your roof, you’ll find these plants will swiftly grow uncontrollably with their roots working their way into vulnerable spots in the tiles of the roof, steadily widening them throughout time until cracks appear. Like all living organisms they need water to live, and after it rains, they’ll work like a sponge holding as much water as possible. As it finds its way in the cracks within your roof it may well cause serious and expensive damage to the rafters and joists. Also you could well find moss that has come loose and rolled down the roof into your gutter which can lead to overflowing rainwater from your gutter which penetrates and damages your fascia’s. In conclusion, arranging to have your roof cleaned is an important job for a few reasons.

For many though getting their roof cleaned is purely an aesthetic preference and we don’t fault you for that! Roofs can become very dull due to organic growths like moss and lichen, and then a roof cleaning professional is needed. Roofs are also periodically tarnished and stained by an everyday bacterium called gloeocapsa magma affecting the natural appearance of your otherwise beautiful dwelling. Without a doubt, this bacteria growth is not unusual however it isn’t nice to look at and gradually it can damage your roof. The difference between a clean roof and one that needs cleaning can be night and day. After years of seeing your roof get progressively dirtier wouldn’t it be great to see it looking as good as new like it used to?

Next you might ask, “Is this a straightforward DIY job that I should attempt to do myself?” Let’s consider some evidence to recommend what the best way to do this is.

Could I just clean it alone?

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The biggest reason why most people don’t want to risk cleaning their own roof is the fact that it requires working at a height where most of us wouldn’t feel safe or comfortable. At these heights any type of tumble can lead to a very serious wound.

Plus, a lot of people would think getting your roof cleaned involves pressure washing however it doesn’t need to and here are some reasons why ideally a roof should not be pressure washed. High pressure cleaning may get rid of moss from the roof, but the intense jets of water may damage the tiles and other roof fittings, risk flooding a loft and there is a good chance that the moss will simply grow back!

High pressure washing also affects the longevity of the tiles which could result in more problems in the future with most tile manufacturing companies also warning people against this method of cleaning roofs.
Jet washing a roof is the least ideal option as this in many instances can disrupt or break frail tiles due to the pressure of the jet washer but may also ruin your roof when walking on the tiles and disrupting the tiles.

Many cow-boy companies who carry out this kind of work, claim that it is easy money or that it doesn’t need a lot of skill. How wrong can they be A service like this requires a degree of skill and care that we can deliver. Using the appropriate roof access equipment, the right tools and our skill and know-how we can deliver a roof cleaning service that pleases you without you having to put yourself at unwanted risk.

Which are the best ways to have my roof cleaned?

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It is best to have your roof cleaned by a specialised cleaning company. One of the gentlest yet most effective ways to remove moss on your roof and clean the roof is by employing the scraping method. By using a 9″ scraper on a dry day will effortlessly flake off any moss on your roof leaving no scratch marks on the tiles from doing so.

As previously stated – using this method there is no damage to the tiles and there is no flood risk, unlike other roof cleaning methods such as high-powered pressure washing.

Another effective method is to use chemicals. Applying a fungicide/moss killer once the moss has been scraped off will permeate into the tile and most importantly into the gaps in the tiles killing off any tiny moss spores, lichen and all other organic growth on the tiles. This roof cleaning process can take some time after the excess moss has initially been removed but again the tiles are unharmed and with the added application of roof cleaning chemicals this will hinder the moss from growing back for several years making this method the most worthwhile.

How is it done?

We will inspect the roof with care and attention before beginning any work, to identify the best cleaning method to use depending on your roof. Then we will assess what’s growing there and the best approach to take to clear out the growth. Then we can begin to work on purging your roof of organic colonising growths by getting deep into the root system of the moss and destroying the spores. You’ll notice an instant improvement and continued improvement over time.

A few things to consider.

We’ve already hinted at some other elements that can affect a roof cleaning service. So, let’s have a quick look at these.

  • Size of dwelling and the size of its roof.
  • The level of vegetation that is growing on the roof.
  • The type of roof – for example with a thatched roof, no water is involved.
  • How accessible is the roof?
  • Height of the roof.

Keeping the aforementioned points in mind, don’t risk serious injury to yourself or dis-repair to your dwelling by trying to do your own roof cleaning. Fill out the free quote form or give us a call for your free quote, and leave it to the professionals.