Roof Cleaning Middle Rasen provides a roof cleaning service for private and business premises in Middle Rasen and surrounding villages/towns in Lincolnshire. Getting your roof cleaned is a quick and easy way to improve the look of your house, by removing moss, dirt and anything else that has built up there.

As a roof ages and become more porous, they are gradually invaded by moss and debris. Keeping the roof clean and void of any moss and algae may be quite difficult for most homeowners and may become a major cause for annoyance.

Would it not be nice to have your roof look new again?

Why should I do it?

A really serious build-up of moss, dirt on the tiles on your roof and other natural growth may cause you serious issues with the roof and the life expectancy of the tiles will in time be compromised too. If you neglect your roof, you’ll find these organic growths will swiftly spread uncontrollably with their roots creeping their way into weak spots in the tiles of the roof, progressively widening them over the course of time until cracks become visible. Like all living organisms they need water to live, and when it rains, they’ll behave like a sponge securing as much water as possible. As it works its way in the cracks within your roof it could cause serious and costly deterioration to the rafters and joists. Lastly you could well become aware of moss that has dislodged and rolled down the roof finding itself in your gutter which can result in overflowing rainwater from your gutter which penetrates and damages your fascia’s. Really then, arranging to have your roof cleaned is a necessary job for a few reasons.

For many people though wanting a clean roof is purely an aesthetic decision and we don’t fault you for that! Roofs can become very unsightly due to organic growths like moss and lichen, and then a roof cleaning professional is vital. Roofs are also periodically discoloured and stained by an everyday bacterium called gloeocapsa magma affecting the general appearance of your otherwise beautiful dwelling. By all means, this bacteria growth is completely normal but after all it isn’t pleasant to look at and it can over time damage your roof. Comparing a clean roof and one that needs a clean can be night and day. After months and years of seeing your roof get more and more dirty wouldn’t it be lovely to see it looking like brand new like it used to?

Maybe you’re wondering, “Is this a simple 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.

Couldn’t I do this myself?

The most common reason why a lot of people don’t clean their own roof is the fact that it usually means working at a height where most of us wouldn’t feel safe or comfortable. At these heights any sort of slip can result in a very serious injury.

Additionally, many would think roof cleaning involves pressure washing however it doesn’t have to and here are some reasons why ideally a roof shouldn’t be pressure washed. Jet washing may clear away moss from your roof, but the intense jets of water may damage the tiles or other roof fittings, risk flooding a loft and it is highly likely that the moss will just grow back!

Jet washing also affects the lifespan of the tiles which could mean more trouble in the future with the majority of tile manufacturing companies also advising against this manner of cleaning roofs.
Jet washing a roof is the least ideal option as this could disrupt or break frail tiles from the pressure of the jet washer but may also damage your roof when disturbing the tiles from walking on them.

Many dodgy tradesmen who carry out this kind of work, think it’s easy money and that it does not require any skill. Is there any truth in that? A job like this requires a degree of experience and skill that we can assure. Using the appropriate roof access equipment, the right tools and our skill and understanding we can provide for you a roof cleaning service that pleases you without you having to put yourself at needless risk.

What are the best ways to have my roof cleaned?

It is best to have your roof cleaned by a company that specialises in this area. One of the most gentle yet most effective ways to get rid of moss on your roof and clean your roof is by employing the scraping method. By using a 9″ scraper in dry conditions will efficiently remove any moss on the roof without leaving any scratch marks on the tiles .

As previously stated – using this approach 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 the use of chemicals. Using a fungicide/moss killer once the moss has been gently removed will soak into the tile and most importantly into the gaps in the tiles killing off any lichen, tiny moss spores and all other organic growth on the tiles. This roof cleaning process can take some time after the excess moss has initially been scraped away but again the tiles are unharmed and with the added application of roof cleaning chemicals this will stop the moss from returning for many years making this method the most worthwhile.

How is it done?

We will investigate the roof carefully before starting any work, to determine 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 dislodge the growth. Then we can start to work on purging the roof of organic colonising growths by getting right into the root system of the moss and eliminating the spores. You’ll notice an improvement straight away and continued improvement as time progresses.

A few factors to think about.

We’ve already hinted at some other things to consider that can affect a roof cleaning service. Now, let’s have a quick look at these.

• Size of house and the size of the roof.
• The level of vegetation that is currently on the roof.
• Type of roof – for example in the case of a thatched roof, no water is involved.
• Accessibility of the roof.
• Height of the roof.

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