Roof Cleaning North Coates provides a professional roof cleaning service for private and business properties in North Coates and surrounding areas in Lincolnshire. Having your roof cleaned is a relatively simple way of improving the look of your home, by removing dirt, moss, lichen and anything else that has built up there.

As roofs age and become more porous, many become invaded by algae, moss and dirt. Maintaining a roof that is clean and void of any moss is often quite difficult for many householders and may become a major issues.

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

Why should I do it?

Large amounts of accumulation of moss and algae on the tiles on your roof and other organic growth is likely to cause big issues with your roof and the life-span of the tiles will over time be compromised too. If you overlook your roof, you’ll find these plants will rapidly spread out of control with their roots working their way into weak spots in the roof tiles, progressively widening them throughout time until cracks become visible. Like all plants they need water to thrive, and after it rains, they’ll act like a sponge securing 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. Also you could well discover moss that has dislodged and fallen down the roof ending up in your gutter which can result in overflowing rainwater from your gutter which penetrates and damages your fascia’s. Really then, having the roof cleaned is a required service for a number of reasons.

For many people though getting their roof cleaned is simply an aesthetic decision and we can’t fault you for that! Roofs can become very unattractive due to organic growths like lichen and moss, and then a roof cleaning company is vital. Roofs are also frequently tarnished and stained by an everyday bacterium called gloeocapsa magma affecting the natural appearance of your otherwise beautiful home. Without a doubt, this bacteria growth is completely natural nonetheless it isn’t pleasant to see 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 months and years of watching your roof get progressively dirtier wouldn’t it be great to see it looking almost as good as new like it used to?

The next question is, “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 possible solution is here.

Should I just do this myself?

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

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

Power washing additionally affects the longevity of the tiles which could mean more trouble further down the road with most tile manufacturing companies also cautioning people against this method of cleaning roofs.
Power washing your roof is the least popular option as this could dislodge or break delicate tiles from the pressure of the power washer but can also harm your roof when walking on the tiles and disrupting the tiles.

Many dodgy tradesmen who do this kind of work, reckon it is easy money or that it doesn’t take much skill. Is there any truth in that? A job such as this requires a degree of skill and care that we can provide. Using proper 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 needless risk.

Which is the best way to clean my roof?

It is recommended that you have your roof cleaning done by a company that specialises in this area. One of the most gentle yet most beneficial ways to get rid of moss on your roof and clean your roof is by using the scraping approach. By using a 9″ scraper on a dry day will effortlessly flake off any moss on the roof leaving no scratch marks on the tiles .

As previously stated – with this method the tiles are not damaged and there is no flood risk, unlike other manners of roof cleaning such as jet washing.

Another effective method is the use of chemicals. Applying a fungicide/moss killer once the moss has been gently removed will absorb 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 procedure can take some time once the excess moss has initially been removed but again the tiles are unharmed and by adding an application of specific chemicals this will prevent the moss from returning for several years making this the most worthwhile method.

What is the process?

We will investigate your roof attentively before beginning any work, to establish the best course of action depending on your roof. Then we will assess what’s growing there and the best approach to take to clear out the growth. Next we can begin to work on cleansing your roof of organic colonising growths by getting deep into the root system of the moss and destroying the spores. You’ll notice an immediate improvement and continued change as time progresses.

Some things to think about.

We’ve already considered some other factors that can affect having your roof cleaned. Now, look at the following.

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

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