Cleaning Moss Off Roof

Cleaning asphalt shingles of clumps of moss or algae that have taken root in the roof can feel like an overwhelming endeavor.

Cleaning moss off roof.

Experts recommend that you save roof moss removal for a cloudy day. After cleaning you ll also need to put some defensive measures into play to prevent roof moss from growing back. Carefully place a ladder near the area of moss growth and don slip resistant shoes old clothes rubber gloves and eye protection. There are many ways to remove moss that tends to grow in shaded areas.

If you re going to use one of these solutions to remove moss climb down from the roof and cover any landscaping that s in the line of fire with a plastic tarp. Once the moss has been thoroughly eradicated from the roof take steps to keep moss from returning. Hose off and brush all moss loose from your roof shingles. Scrub at the moss with this mixture until the moss is gone.

Apply cleaning solution only after the roof and moss are thoroughly wet. After 15 to 20 minutes rinse the solution off with a sprayer that has enough force to dislodge algae and moss without damaging the shingles. Apply w ith a sprayer and allow the solution to dwell on the roof surface for 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse thoroughly with low pressure water. The most effective method of cleaning algae and moss from a roof is with a 50 50 mix of laundry strength liquid chlorine bleach and water.