Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Facts About Spokane Roof Cleaning Services

By Stephen Kelly


The roof of our houses get dirty and moldy as it begins to age. This is especially due to exposure the elements like rain and wind. This leads to the accumulation of dust and mold and other fungal spores, which will settle and starts to grow. This will end up leaving black streaks and green patches, which can be very unattractive. In order to remove these, you should hire someone who can offer professional Spokane roof cleaning.

In normal situations, you will require professional cleaning after about two years. This can change however depending on the climate of the area. If the area is dry you will need it less, but if it is humid, you might need it more often. In case you choose to ignore clearing out these vegetation, it could end up depositing spores in the house. This puts your health at risk.

You should keep in mind that the person you hire is working on a high surface, and sometimes, accidents may happen. In order to make sure you are covered, you need to confirm that the contractor you get has a valid insurance cover. This will make sure they are responsible for their employees. It also guarantees that if they do any damages to your property, they will pay for them.

In order not to do more damage to your roof, need to confirm that the person you get, has proper training. They will therefore know how to mix the chemical in the right quantities, so as not to damage your tiles. They will also be able to handle the pressure washer, and therefore, not destroy your shingles.

Normally, there are two methods used to do the cleaning. They are generally referred to as soft washing and pressure washing. Soft washing involves the use of bleach to kill the algae, moss and lichen. The bleach is left on for a while, then later rinsed off by the rain. The pressure method uses a different less strong bleach, and a pressure washer. The mixture is then rinsed off.

Some people are out to con others, and will come up with products that they say can inhibit the growth of the plants, or seal your shingles in a protective layer. Do not hire anyone who makes this kinds of promises, because even after they use their products, in three years you will again need the cleaning.

Generally, these services do not cost over eight hundred dollars. If you do not get the cleaning regularly, your shingles will get deteriorated faster and the cost of replacement will be about ten thousand dollars. It will also prevents problems like your roof leaking. Any contractor within your area, can offer you a free quotation after they see the situation.

There is also the option of doing this work on your own. However, you first to confirm need to confirm that the height does not make you dizzy, as this could lead to you falling. Make sure to get all the right kinds of bleach, and a hose or a pressure washer. You also need to have proper instructions, in order to mix the chemicals in the right proportions.




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