Roof Cleaning Fulbeck offers a professional roof cleaning service for private and commercial properties in Fulbeck and surrounding villages/towns in Lincolnshire. Roof cleaning is a relatively simple way of improving the look of your property, by removing moss and more that has accumulated there.

As roofs age and become more porous, many become affected by moss and dirt. Keeping the roof clean and without moss is often quite difficult for the majority of owners and may become a constant source of annoyance.

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have your roof looking like new again?

Why should I have it cleaned?

A really serious accumulation of moss and algae on your roof and other organic growth is likely to cause major problems with your roof and the life expectancy of the tiles will eventually be compromised too. If you neglect your roof, you’ll find these organic growths will quickly spread out of control with their roots creeping their way into vulnerable spots in the roof tiles, progressively widening them over the course of time until cracks emerge. Like all plants they need water to survive, and after it rains, they’ll work like a sponge holding as much water as they can. Once it finds its way in the cracks within your roof it may well cause serious and costly damage to the rafters and joists. Lastly you could well become aware of moss that has come loose and rolled down the roof into your gutter which can lead to overflowing rainwater from your gutter which damages and soaks into your fascia boards. Really then, having your roof cleaned is a necessary job for a number of reasons.

For many though cleaning their roof is entirely 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 at that point a roof cleaning service is necessary. Roofs are also often discoloured and stained by an everyday bacterium called gloeocapsa magma affecting the natural appearance of your otherwise stunning house. Without a doubt, this bacteria growth is completely normal but after all it isn’t pleasant to look at and after a while it can damage your roof. The difference between a clean roof and one that needs a clean can be night and day. After years of seeing your roof get more and more dirty wouldn’t it be lovely to see it looking like brand new once more?

The next question is, “Is this a straightforward DIY job that I should attempt to do myself?” Let’s look at some evidence to suggest what the best way to do this is.

Can I do this alone?

The most common reason why most people don’t clean their own roof is the fact that it involves working at a height where many of us wouldn’t feel safe or comfortable. At these kinds of heights any type of fall can lead to a very serious wound.

Plus, lots of people would assume roof cleaning involves pressure washing however it doesn’t have to and here are some reasons why in most circumstances a roof should not be pressure washed. Jet washing may get rid of moss from the roof, but the aggressive jets of water may disturb the tiles and other roof fittings, risk flooding any loft spaces and it is highly likely that the moss will just grow back!

High pressure washing additionally affects the longevity of the tiles which could result in more problems in the future with the majority of tile manufacturing businesses also warning people against this method of cleaning roofs.
Jet washing a roof is the least ideal option as this can often disturb or break weak tiles from the pressure of the jet washer but may also damage your roof when disturbing the tiles from walking on them.

Many cow-boy tradespeople who attempt this kind of work, claim it’s easy money and that it does not require a lot of skill. How true is that? A job such as this requires a degree of experience and skill that we can deliver. Using the appropriate roof access equipment, the best tools and our skill and know-how we can deliver a roof cleaning service that you are happy with without you needing to put yourself at unwanted risk.

What are the best ways to clean my roof?

It is recommended that you have your roof cleaned by a specialised cleaning company. One of the gentlest yet most effective ways to clear away roof moss and clean the roof is by employing the scraping method. Using a 9″ scraper in dry conditions will efficiently flake off any moss on the roof without leaving any scratch marks on the tiles from doing so.

Don’t forget – with this method the tiles are not damaged and there is no flood risk, unlike other manners of roof cleaning such as pressure washing.

Another effective method is to use chemicals. Using a fungicide/moss killer once the moss has been gently removed will permeate into the tile but most importantly into the gaps in the tiles destroying any tiny moss spores, lichen and any other organic growth on the tiles. This step can take some time once the excess moss has initially been removed but again the tiles are unharmed and with the added application of specific chemicals this will hinder the moss from returning for many years making this the most worthwhile method.

How is it done?

We will supervise your roof with care and attention before beginning any work, to determine the best course of action depending on your roof. Then we will assess what’s growing there and the how best to dislodge the growth. We can then begin to work on purging your roof of organic colonising growths by getting right into the root system of the moss and killing the spores. You’ll notice an immediate improvement and continued improvement over time.

A few things to think about.

We have already hinted at some other elements that can affect having your roof cleaned. So, let’s also consider the following.

• Size of dwelling and the area of its roof.
• How much vegetation is growing on the roof.
• Type of roof – for example with a thatched roof, no water is used.
• How accessible is the roof?
• How high is the roof?

Keeping the aforementioned points in mind, it is not worth risking serious injury to you or dis-repair to your house by attempting a DIY roof clean. Fill out the quote form or give us a call for your quote, and leave it to the professionals.