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Soft Wash

Roof Cleaning

Do not mistake the ugly black streaks and discolorations on your roof as mold, mildew or even a failed roof surface - it is actually a bacteria from algae called "Gloeocaspsa magma" which can safely and most importantly gently removed without the use of high pressure.

Replacing a roof is a huge expense, but the appearance of your roof is not an accurate indicator that it needs to be replaced. Too often people mistakenly pay for a new roof without the knowledge that the streaks they see simply a common algae with can be safely removed.

Our roof cleaning service is a low-pressure soft wash treatment which kills ALL of the organic growth that creates the stains and restores your shingle’s appearance. We know you are going to love the results, but rest assured that you’ll have the peace of mind knowing that we guarantee that your roof is protected against future growth for up to 2 years*. Now is the time to get rid of the black streaks and unsightly algae. Submit a no-obligation quote today!

* Warranty options available for 2 years and is presented with your initial price quote.

Add Gutter Brightening

We don’t just clean the home siding surface, but we also include the washing of the gutter surfaces with the same cleaning solution used on the house.

However, we have found that most homes with older gutters have accumulated oxidation and what is known as tiger-striping which standard washing will not thoroughly clean. Our Gutter Brightening is the process of applying special cleaning agents followed by vigorous scrubbing with a soft bristle brush. This is sold as an add-on service due tot he additional labor-intensive work to bring them back to life.

Why should I have

My Roof Cleaned?

Rejuvenation. Prevention. Extend Life.

Every customer is wowed by the results of our roof cleaning services, but beyond the WOW factor, did you know that the roof is often the most overlooked area of a home? When it comes to cost, a new roof is one of the single most expensive home and building repairs you will make. Our roof cleaning service will provide long-term prevention to retard future algae growth. An uncleaned roof with heavy organic growth will increase the risk of needing to be repaired or replaced much sooner than necessary.

Be strongly believe that it is important to have your roof inspected by a trusted, honest, third-party home or roof inspector before signing off on an expensive and needless roof replacement project.

 

 

 

How We Remove

Black Roof Streaks

We coat the roof with an evenly distributed low pressure solution of biodegradable cleaning mix which clings to the surface of your roof.

Using a Safe, Low pressure roof cleaning method commonly know as soft washing, we will remove the unsightly black stains and streaks which develop on the roofs in and around Pittsburgh. 

This method uses an eco-friendly, industry standard algaecide  cleaning solution which has been endorsed and recommended by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers’ Association to eliminate algae growth which causes the black streaks and discoloration commonly seen. We do this by applying the solution with low pressure to prevent damage to and to preserve the integrity of the single roof.

Our soft wash method is also effective on other roof such as terracotta title and metal roofs.

Algae growth...

What is the cause?

Known as gloeocapsa magma - an algae with a black pigment that thrives in our warm, humid Pittsburgh climate.

When the humidity gets kicking in Pittsburgh, it creates the perfect conditions for this type of algae growth. The blue green algae protects itself from damaging ultraviolet rays by producing a dark pigmented coating. What starts as small dots often turns in to unsightly black streaks as the rain causing it to travel down the roof from top to bottom. By the time you see it, it likely has been present for several months or even longer.

Expert Tip:

Before spending thousands of dollars on an unnecessary repair, consider getting a second opinion by having an honest inspection and evaluation of your roof surface. Chances are good that all you really need is a good roof wash.

Our Warranty

What to expect...

Remain Stain-Free For Up To 2 Years!!

Each roof we clean is different. The quality and type of the roofing materials, shading from near by structures and trees, the direction of the home to the sun – each of those effect the rate of algae growth. That makes it difficult for us to put a precise amount of time for the length that a roof cleaning will last. However, we do offer an optional w-Year “Keep it Clean Warranty” to save you money for the long term by re-treating the roof surface at the first sight of re-infestation of the black algae.

So How Does it Work?

When you request and purchase your Roof Cleaning, simply select the “Keep It Clean Warranty”. When you see the first sight of black stains reappearing, give us a call or drop us an email and we will come out and re-treat the effected area at NO additional cost for the full duration of the warranty period. The area(s) to be retreated will be according to our discretion and based on each individual case.

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