Roof Cleaning Moulton offers a professional roof cleaning service for private and business premises in Moulton and surrounding areas in Lincolnshire. Roof cleaning is a relatively speedy improvement to make to the look of your house, by removing moss, lichen, dirt and anything else that has built up there.

As a roof ages and get more porous, they are often affected by algae, moss and dirt. Keeping the roof clean and free of moss and debris can be very difficult for many householders and can become a source of issues.

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

Why should I have it cleaned?

A large build-up of moss, dirt on the tiles on your roof and other natural growth may cause big issues with your roof and the life-span of the tiles will in time be compromised too. If you overlook your roof, you’ll find these organic growths will swiftly grow uncontrollably with their roots creeping their way into vulnerable spots in the roof tiles, steadily widening them over 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 possibly can. As it finds its way in the cracks within your roof it may well cause serious and costly deterioration to the rafters and joists. Lastly you could well find moss that has dislodged and fallen down the roof into your gutter which in time can lead to overflowing rainwater from your gutter which damages and soaks into your fascia boards. Really then, getting the roof cleaned is a necessary job for a number of reasons.

For many people though getting their roof cleaned is simply an aesthetic choice and we can’t blame you for that! Roofs can become very dull due to organic growths like moss and lichen, and then a roof cleaning company is necessary. Roofs are also frequently discoloured and stained by an everyday bacterium called gloeocapsa magma affecting the general appearance of your otherwise stunning home. By all means, this bacteria growth is completely natural but after all it isn’t nice to look at and gradually it can damage your roof. Comparing a clean roof and one that hasn’t been cleaned can be night and day. After years of watching your roof get progressively dirtier wouldn’t it be great to see it looking almost as good as new again?

Next you might ask, “Is this a easy DIY job that I should have a go at doing myself?” Let’s look at some evidence to suggest what the best way to do this is.

Could I just do this alone?

The biggest reason why most people don’t clean their own roof is since it usually means working at a height where most of us wouldn’t feel safe or comfortable. At these kinds of heights any type of tumble can result in a very serious injury.

Additionally, a lot of people would assume roof cleaning involves pressure washing however it doesn’t have to and here are some reasons why ideally a roof should not be pressure washed. Jet washing may remove moss from your roof, but the aggressive jets of water may disturb the tiles and other roof fittings, risk flooding a loft and there is a good chance that the moss will quickly grow back!

High pressure washing also affects the longevity of the tiles which could mean more problems in the future with most tile manufacturing businesses also cautioning people against this method of cleaning roofs.
Jet washing a roof is the least ideal option as this could dislodge or break fragile tiles from the pressure of the power washer but can also ruin your roof when walking on the tiles and disrupting the tiles.

Many rogue companies who do this kind of work, reckon it is easy money or that it does not need any skill. Is there any truth in that? A job like this requires a degree of skill and care that we can provide. Using the correct roof access equipment, the right tools and our skill and understanding we can provide for you a roof cleaning service that is worthwhile without you needing to put yourself at needless risk.

What is the best way to clean my roof?

It is best to have your roof cleaned by a company that specialises in this area. One of the kindest yet most effective ways to clear away moss on your roof and clean the roof is by employing the scraping approach. Using a 9″ scraper in dry conditions will efficiently remove any moss on the roof leaving no scratch marks on the tiles from doing so.

Don’t forget – with this approach there is no damage to the tiles and there is no risk of flooding, unlike other manners of roof cleaning 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 soak into the tile but most importantly into the overlaps of the tiles destroying any tiny moss spores, lichen and any other organic growth on the tiles. This roof cleaning process can take some time once 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 hinder the moss from returning for many years making this the best method.

How is it done?

We will inspect the roof carefully before commencing any work, to establish the best approach to take depending on your roof. Then we will look at what’s growing there and the how best to clear out the growth. Then we can begin to work on eradicating your roof of organic colonising growths by getting right into the moss root system and eliminating the spores. You’ll notice an immediate improvement and continued change as time passes.

A few factors to consider.

We have already looked at some other factors that can affect a roof cleaning job. Now, let’s have a quick look at these.

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

Keeping all of the above in mind, don’t risk serious injury to you or dis-repair to your dwelling by trying to do your own roof cleaning. Fill in the free quote form or give us a call for a free quote, and leave it to the pros.