Roof Cleaning Scampton offers a complete roof cleaning service for private and commercial premises in Scampton and surrounding towns and villages in Lincolnshire. Having your roof cleaned is a relatively quick and easy way to improve the look of your home, by getting rid of moss and more that has built up up there.

As a roof ages and get more porous, many become invaded by moss, algae and dirt. Keeping the roof clean and free of moss and debris may be quite difficult for the majority of householders and may become a constant source of problems.

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

Why should I have it cleaned?

A really serious accumulation of moss and algae on your roof and other natural growth could well cause serious issues with your roof and the life-span of the tiles will over time be compromised too. If you neglect your roof, you’ll find these plants will rapidly spread uncontrollably with their roots creeping their way into weak spots in the roof tiles, gradually widening them over the course of time until cracks emerge. Like all living organisms they need water to survive, and when it rains, they’ll work like a sponge securing as much water as they possibly can. Once it finds its way through the cracks into your roof it could cause serious and costly destruction to the rafters and joists. Also you could well discover moss that has dislodged 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 the roof cleaned is an important service for a few reasons.

For many though wanting a clean roof is purely an aesthetic choice and we can’t fault you for that! Roofs can become very unattractive because of organic growths like moss and lichen, and at that point 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 charming dwelling. By all means, this bacteria growth is completely normal but after all it isn’t nice 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 months and years of observing your roof get progressively dirtier wouldn’t it be lovely to see it looking almost as good as new like it used to?

Maybe you’re wondering, “Is this a straightforward DIY job that I should attempt to do myself?” Let’s look at some evidence to recommend what the best way to do this is.

Should I just clean it alone?

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

Additionally, lots of people would think getting your roof cleaned involves pressure washing however it doesn’t need to and here are some reasons why preferably a roof should not be pressure washed. Jet washing may remove moss from the roof, but the high powered jets of water may disturb the tiles or other roof fittings, risk flooding a loft and there is a good chance that the moss will simply grow back!

High pressure washing additionally affects the longevity of the tiles which could mean more issues in the future with the majority of tile manufacturing companies also advising against this form of roof cleaning.
Power washing a roof is the least ideal option as this can often dislodge or break weak tiles from the pressure of the power washer but can also ruin your roof when disturbing the tiles from walking on them.

Many rogue companies who do this kind of work, think it’s easy money or that it doesn’t need much skill. How wrong can they be A service like this requires a level of experience and skill that we can assure. Using the appropriate roof access equipment, the right tools and our skill and understanding we can deliver a roof cleaning service that pleases you without you having to put yourself at unwanted risk.

What is the best way to clean my roof?

It is best to have your roof cleaning done by a company that specialises in this area. One of the gentlest yet most effective ways to remove moss on your roof and clean the roof is by using the scraping approach. By using a 9″ scraper in dry conditions will easily flake off any moss on your roof leaving no scratch marks on the tiles from doing so.

As previously stated – using this approach there is no damage to the tiles and there is no risk of flooding, unlike other methods such as high-powered pressure washing.

Another effective method is that of using chemicals. Applying a fungicide/moss killer once the moss has been gently removed will soak into the tile but most importantly into the overlaps of 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 there is no damage to the surface of the tile and by adding an application of bespoke chemicals this will stop the moss from returning for many years making this the most worthwhile method.

What is the process?

We will investigate the roof carefully before commencing any work, to identify the best approach to take depending on your roof. Then we will consider what’s growing there and the best approach to take to remove the growth. Then we can start to work on eradicating your roof of organic colonising growths by getting deep into the moss root system and eliminating the spores. You’ll notice an instant improvement and continued change as time passes.

Some factors to consider.

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

• Size of dwelling and the area of the roof.
• The level of vegetation that is currently on the roof.
• The type of roof – for example with a thatched roof, no water is used.
• Accessibility of the roof.
• How high is the roof?

Keeping the aforementioned points in mind, it is not worth risking serious damage to you or dis-repair to your house by trying to do your own roof cleaning. Fill in the quote form or call us for your quote, and leave it to the professionals.