Why Is Roof Washing Important?

Roof cleaning is an often overlooked service with many benefits. While it is beneficial most folks choose to skip over this project because it is difficult, dangerous, and requires some pretty specialized equipment. A roof cleaning can add years of life to your roof and save you from a premature replacement. This blog post will dive into some of the benefits of hiring a professional to clean your roof.

Roofs are vulnerable to many different types of contaminants that will reduce their lifespan. There are numerous reasons listed below as to why roof cleaning is important. Just a few are listed below.

-When you consistently wash your roof it does not allow organic growth to get out of hand. Roof washing is a great preventative maintenance measure to help avoid future build-ups of moss and fungus. Organic growth on your roof is not just unsightly, but is actually damaging your shingles!

-Roof washing removes any dirt, grime, and dust build-up. These can all play a role in destroying your roof more quickly. It is best to take care of them before they are a problem.

-Once your roof is clean it is much easier to know exactly what needs to be addressed on your roof. There may be damaged or loose shingles that you can not see through all the grime.

-The use of a roof washing company will help to extend the life of your shingles. When all the surface grime is removed the shingles are much more likely to last their expected lifespan.

With benefits like the ones listed above, it is certainly worth considering if your roof is in need of washing. When you compare the cost of a roof wash vs a new roof it is a no-brainer to wash it regularly. When your shingles are clean you can expect a much longer life out of your roof!

When considering getting your roof cleaned please do not hesitate to reach out to us at Exterior Revival. We would gladly take the time to answer any questions or service inquiries over at 440-867-6413 or through our contact form.