Over time, if your roof appears to have unsightly dark streaks on it, realize that it is hosting a living organism: algae. Gloecapsa Magma, a tiny organism, thrives in a shaded, warm, damp environment. It begins with a blue-green look, and as it builds up, it takes on a dark black hue on your roof.
Algae growth often starts at the rooftop and creates black streaks down your roof, hindering your home’s curb appeal dramatically, and decreasing your property value. The look of the algae may not only bother you, but also your neighbors.
Algae isn’t just a cosmetic problem though. Not dealing with algae growth can cause a host of problems, including having to replace your roof.
Roof soft washing was specifically designed as a minimally invasive, highly effective replacement cleaning method over pressure cleaning. Soft washing relies on powerful, eco-friendly chemicals that kill mold, mildew, algae, and other roof-degrading bacterial contamination, while also serving as a cleaning solution that dislodges dirt and grime. Not only does the soft wash solution kill harmful roof contaminants, but it also leaves a growth-inhibiting residue on the shingles that will help prevent future fungal growth.