Roof Cleaning Swinderby offers a complete roof cleaning service for private and business premises in Swinderby and surrounding areas in Lincolnshire. Having your roof cleaned can be a speedy way to improve the look of your house, by clearing moss, lichen, dirt and more that has built up up there.

As a roof becomes older and become more porous, many become affected by moss, algae and dirt. Keeping your roof clean and void of any moss and algae may be very difficult for most homeowners and may become a source of annoyance.

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

Why should I have it cleaned?

A large accumulation of moss and algae on the tiles on your roof and other organic growth could well cause you big problems with the roof and the life-span of the tiles will over time be compromised too. If you ignore your roof, you’ll find these plants will rapidly spread uncontrollably with their roots finding their way into weaknesses in the tiles of the roof, progressively widening them over time until cracks become visible. Like all living organisms they need water to survive, and once it has rained, they’ll behave like a sponge holding as much water as they can. As it works its way in the cracks within your roof it may well cause serious and costly damage to the rafters and joists. Finally you could well find moss that has come loose and rolled down the roof ending up in your gutter which can lead to overflowing rainwater from your gutter which penetrates and damages your fascia boards. Really then, having your roof cleaned is an important job for a number of reasons.

For many though getting their roof cleaned is entirely an aesthetic decision and we can’t fault you for that! Roofs can become very unsightly because of organic growths like moss and lichen, and this is when a roof cleaning company is necessary. Roofs are also frequently tarnished and stained by a frequent bacterium called gloeocapsa magma affecting the general appearance of your otherwise beautiful home. By all means, this bacteria growth is completely normal however it isn’t nice to see and gradually 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 more and more dirty 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 straightforward DIY job that I should have a go at doing myself?” Let’s look at some evidence to propose what the best way to do this is.

Could I just do this alone?

The most common reason why a lot of people don’t want to risk cleaning their own roof is since it usually means working at a height where a lot of us wouldn’t feel safe or comfortable. At these heights any sort of tumble can lead to a very serious injury.

Also, a lot of people would expect roof cleaning requires pressure washing but it doesn’t have to and let’s look at some reasons why preferably a roof should not be pressure washed. Jet washing may get rid of moss from your roof, but the intense jets of water may damage the tiles and other roof fittings, risk flooding any loft spaces and it is highly likely that the moss will simply grow back!

Power washing also affects the lifespan of the tiles which could result in more trouble in the future with many tile manufacturing businesses also advising against this form of roof cleaning.
Jet washing your roof is the least popular option as this in many instances can disrupt or break weak tiles due to the pressure of the jet washer but may also harm your roof when walking on the tiles and disrupting the tiles.

Many dodgy tradesmen who attempt this kind of work, reckon it’s easy money and that it doesn’t need much skill. How wrong can they be A job such as this requires a degree of experience and skill that we can provide. Using proper roof access equipment, the best tools and our skill and know-how we can provide for you a roof cleaning service that pleases you without you needing to put yourself at unwanted risk.

Which is the best way to clean my roof?

It is best to have your roof cleaning done by a specialised cleaning company. One of the most gentle yet most effective ways to clear away roof moss and clean your roof is by using the scraping approach. Using a 9″ scraper on a dry day will efficiently flake off any moss on the roof and there won’t be any scratch marks on the tiles .

Remember – using this approach there is no damage to the tiles and there is no risk of flooding, unlike other methods such as pressure washing.

Another effective method is to use chemicals. Using a fungicide/moss killer once the moss has been gently removed will soak into the tile but most importantly into the gaps in the tiles destroying any lichen, tiny moss spores and any other organic growth on the tiles. This procedure can take some time after the excess moss has initially been dislodged but again the tiles remain intact and by adding an application of roof cleaning chemicals this will hinder the moss from growing back for several years making this the best method.

How is it done?

We will investigate the roof attentively before commencing 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 begin to work on purging the roof of organic colonising growths by getting deep into the moss root system and killing the spores. You’ll notice an improvement straight away and continued improvement over time.

A few things to consider.

We have already hinted at some other elements that can affect a roof cleaning job. So, let’s have a quick look at these.

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

Keeping everything we have just mentioned in mind, it is not worth risking serious insult to yourself or damage to your house by attempting a DIY roof clean. Complete the free quote form or call us for your quote, and leave it to us.