You might be wondering if it's worth cleaning the ceiling.
Cleaning roofs
generally saves homeowners money in the long run. You'll save if you can delay roof replacement. In addition, regular cleaning maintains the roof warranty, so if something goes wrong, the costs will be covered.One reason to clean the roof is to extend the life of shingles or other roofing material. Although algae are not harmful to asphalt shingles, moss is, according to ARMA. Moss can cause the edges of shingles to bend upwards, making them more likely to come off the roof when it's windy. Roofs, like any other part of your home, need routine maintenance.
Regular inspections will allow you to detect potential problems and, at the same time, repair them more easily. Cleaning will increase the life expectancy of your roof. Debris, stains, moss and lichens do more than detract from the appearance and value of your home. They can create more serious problems later on.
At Klaus Larsen Roofing of Hudson Valley, we know that a dirty roof can greatly reduce the curb appeal of your home. Not only that, but a dirty roof can also cause mold and mildew to grow. Did you know that you can extend the life of your roof with effective roof cleaning? Fortunately, Klaus Larsen Roofing of Hudson Valley offers unparalleled roof cleaning services to homeowners in Newburgh, White Plains, Carmel, Kingston and nearby areas. Stains and growth patches caused by algae, fungi and moss can damage the roof due to roof deterioration and decay, both of which lead to expensive repairs and can shorten the life of your roof.
Cleaning the roof can help minimize or eliminate this damage. It's generally a good idea to have professionals clean the ceiling once a year. This is usually sufficient so that, if problems occur, they can be detected early on. If you have a roof that is in good condition or was recently installed, you may only need to clean it once every two years or so.
Another equally good reason for a professional to clean your ceiling is to avoid using the wrong cleaning equipment. However, if you live in a house where moss, salt, lichens, and other growths frequently build up, you may need to increase the frequency of cleaning roofs. The more shaded areas of the roof are more likely to have these algae, which can harbor several types of mold. No matter how beautiful your home is inside and out, the buyer will continue to wonder if there are major roof issues that lie beneath those stains.
Fortunately for you, the National Roofing Contractors Association advises against any DIY work on your roof, including cleaning it. Algae, lichens and moss look like harmless growths on the roof, but they're slowly but surely causing roof damage. Different types of roofs require different roof cleaning products, which can also be taken into account in total costs. Although roof cleaning isn't as expensive as repairing or replacing a roof, it can be quite expensive.
In some cases, the growth of algae, fungi or mosses is so intense that it has already caused significant damage to the roof. As the wind blows, tree branches can rub roof shingles back and forth, which can be harmful to roofing material, especially asphalt shingles. If a roof cleaner plans to pressure wash the roof, this could void the roof warranty, especially for asphalt, milkshake, slate, or shingles. Sheets can also be the main culprit of damaging the roof if they stay on the roof for an extended period and are damp.
For example, if you work as a roof cleaner, you most likely know how to clean your own roof. In general, cleaning the roof can be expensive, but not as expensive as replacing or repairing the roof. .
