Roof Cleaning Keadby provides a complete roof cleaning service for residential and business properties in Keadby and surrounding areas in Lincolnshire. Getting your roof cleaned is a quick and easy improvement to make to the look of your property, by removing moss and anything else that has grown there.

As roofs age and become more porous, they are gradually affected by moss, algae and dirt. Keeping the roof clean and void of any moss and algae can be challenging for the majority of owners and becomes a constant source of problems.

Would it not be wonderful to have your roof looking like brand new again?

Why should I have it cleaned?

Large amounts of build-up of moss, dirt on the tiles on your roof and other organic growth could well cause you serious issues with your roof and the life expectancy of the tiles will in time be affected too. If you overlook your roof, you’ll find these organic growths will rapidly grow uncontrollably with their roots creeping their way into vulnerable spots in the tiles of the roof, progressively widening them over time until cracks appear. 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 through the cracks within your roof it could cause serious and costly deterioration to the rafters and joists. Also you could well discover moss that has dislodged and fallen down the roof into your gutter which in time can lead to overflowing rainwater from your gutter which saturates and damages your fascia’s. In conclusion, getting the roof cleaned is a necessary job for a number of reasons.

For many people though wanting a clean roof is entirely an aesthetic choice and we don’t fault you for that! Roofs can become very unattractive due to organic growths like moss and lichen, and this is when a roof cleaning company is vital. Roofs are also frequently tarnished and stained by a frequent bacterium called gloeocapsa magma affecting the familiar appearance of your otherwise stunning dwelling. Without a doubt, this bacteria growth is completely normal however it isn’t pleasant to look at and gradually it can damage your roof. Comparing a clean roof and one that needs cleaning can be night and day. After years of seeing your roof get more and more dirty wouldn’t it be great to see it looking like brand new again?

Next you might ask, “Is this a simple DIY job that I should attempt to do myself?” Let’s look at some evidence to recommend what the best possible solution is here.

Can I just clean it myself?

The biggest reason why most people don’t clean their own roof is because it usually means working at a height where a lot of us wouldn’t feel comfortable or safe. At these kinds of heights any kind of tumble can lead to a very serious wound.

Also, many would expect having your roof cleaned involves pressure washing but it doesn’t have to and let’s look at some reasons why in most circumstances a roof shouldn’t be pressure washed. Jet washing may remove moss from the roof, but the intense jets of water may dislodge the tiles or other roof fittings, risk flooding a loft and it’s more than likely that the moss will quickly grow back!

Jet washing also affects the lifespan of the tiles which could result in more issues in the future with most tile manufacturing businesses also advising against this manner of roof cleaning.
Jet washing a roof is the least ideal option as this in many instances can disrupt or break delicate tiles due to the pressure of the jet washer but may also damage your roof when disturbing the tiles from walking on them.

Many cow-boy tradesmen who attempt this kind of work, claim it is easy money or that it does not require any skill. How wrong can they be A service like this requires a level of skill and attention that we can deliver. Using the correct roof access equipment, the right tools and our skill and know-how we can provide for you a roof cleaning service that you are happy with without you having to put yourself at needless risk.

What are the best ways to have my roof cleaned?

It is recommended that you have your roof cleaned by a specialised cleaning company. One of the gentlest yet most beneficial ways to remove moss on your roof and clean the roof is by employing the scraping method. Using a 9″ scraper on a dry day will easily remove any moss on the roof without leaving any scratch marks on the tiles from doing so.

Remember – using this method there is no damage to the tiles and there is no flood risk, unlike other roof cleaning methods such as jet washing.

One more effective method is that of using chemicals. Applying a fungicide/moss killer once the moss has been scraped off will absorb into the tile but most importantly into the gaps in the tiles targeting any tiny moss spores, lichen and all other organic growth on the tiles. This roof cleaning process can take some time once the excess moss has initially been removed but again there is no damage to the surface of the tile and with the added application of bespoke chemicals this will prevent the moss from returning for several years making this method the most worthwhile.

How is it done?

We will inspect the roof with care and attention before starting 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 way to dislodge the growth. Next we can start to work on eradicating your roof of organic colonising growths by getting right into the root system of the moss and killing the spores. You’ll notice an improvement straight away and continued change as time passes.

A few things to consider.

We have already hinted at some other things to consider that can affect having your roof cleaned. So, consider just a few more.

• Size of house and the area of the roof.
• The level of vegetation that is growing on the roof.
• Type of roof – for example with a thatched roof, no water is involved.
• Accessibility of the roof.
• How high is the roof?

Keeping all of the above in mind, it is not worth risking serious damage to you or damage to your dwelling by trying to do your own roof cleaning. Complete the free quote form or give us a call for a quote, and leave it to us.