The black streaks running down roofs are actually a hardy algae called Gloeocapsa magma. As the blue-green algae accumulate, they develop a dark, hardened outer coating, which results in the black stains you see. The algae feed on the limestone in shingles.
DON'T MAKE THIS MISTAKE: Many people believe the roof appearance is the accurate indicator that they need a roof replacement and oftentimes mistakenly pay for new roofs without realizing that the streaks on their roof are a common algae that can be safely removed.
At Ryno Wash and Seal, our roof cleaning service is a soft wash treatment that kills all the organic growth that creates the stains and restores your shingle's appearance. Not only will you love the results because we get rid of black streaks and algae right away to restore it's original beauty, but you’ll also have peace of mind knowing your roof is protected against future growth for years to come.
Remember: Your roof and siding are two of the largest installations in your home, and they are also two of the most delicate -- at least in the face of a pressure washer, they are.
Is soft Washing really a superior, more secure approach to clean your roof vs. pressure washing? To start, let's look at the two systems and how they work. Both run water through a pump and a hose, and the water is then sprayed onto the roof to remove the Gloeocapsa magma. Cleaning solutions are injected through the hoses and applied to the roof being cleaned to clean the shingle.
But here are the key differences between these 2 styles of cleaning: With pressure washing, the water is pressurized, so it sprays harder to remove the Gloeocapsa magma. This system is notoriously bad on shingle roofs. Shingles have a hard time standing up to the force of water delivered by a pressure washer and can often be compromised.
That's why Soft washing is the ultimate winner of this battle. It runs water through a pump with very little pressurization. This system consists of a higher volume of water rather than pressurized water being sprayed from the hose. While soft Washing, we use the correct concentration of eco-friendly chemicals to remove the Gloeocapsa magma and with no deterioration to your roof.
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