One fine day you look up at your roof and suddenly realize that it is discolored with greenish-black, mottled mold-like streaks and stains. They show up in sharp contrast to your light-colored asphalt shingles. These streaks are actually a blue-green form of algae known as Gloeocapsa magma. Not only does this algae mar the pristine beauty of your roof, but it can also lessen its lifespan.
This is because it retains moisture and gradually waterlogs the whole roof. Add to that the fact that this algae species is a breeding ground for even more invasive organic contaminants such as mildew and mold. If you are not careful and don’t act to remove the infestation quickly, you might have to spring for expensive repairs, or even outright replacement.
This blackish-green algae species is not only extremely invasive it’s also very hardy. Once it infests a house in your neighborhood, it is only a matter of time before its airborne spores find their way to your roof.
It prefers the side away from the sun, where it settles and starts to expand very rapidly. Before you know it, it will cover large patches of your roof. The longer it stays the more it takes root. This means that it is extremely difficult to eliminate once it has spread all over the place.
Merely trying to wash it away with a garden hose won’t do much. On the contrary, watering your roof will simply enable it to spread even faster.
Only the Real Experts Can Solve This Problem
Getting rid of these ugly algae stains is a job for the real experts in this field. When it comes to roof washing in Carmel, IN, Sparkle Wash is the most professional outfit available. We have both the experience and the expertise to do a great job. Rest assured that we would eliminate this problem, once and for all. Unlike many other amateur pressure washing service providers, we don’t use abrasive chemicals and very high-pressure settings to get rid of your algae infestation.
We know that doing so will clean the roof only temporarily. Since harsh chemicals and over pressure can strip the protective outer layers of your shingles, the algae will resurface with a vengeance.
Over the years, we have developed effective soft washing techniques to get the job done right, the very first time over. We use low-pressure settings together with environmentally friendly cleaners and herbicides to deep clean your roof gently yet thoroughly.
This way we can protect the delicate upper layers of your shingles while ensuring that the infestation doesn’t return anytime soon. Our well-trained technician will also remove all the dirt, grit, and dust from your roof and restore it to its original condition. Just give us a call and see the difference yourself.
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