Roof Problems - Stage 2: Black Algae

ALGAE - The black streaks and stains on your roof are algae, technically named Gloeocapsa

Your roof is infected because it is partially, or entirely covered by Algae and is already visible. The roof Algae is black in color, either represented by dark streaks or dark shady patches. Typically, the North side of the roof is in the worst condition due to limited sunlight.

MAGMA - The algae typically will transfer to your roof by airborne wind currents, and if left untreated can form very large colonies that can destroy your roof. They feed off the limestone on the shingles, and as they eat and grow they produce more algae.

Treating your roof at this stage will kill the Algae, and there will be immediate results the same day of service.

If you do nothing about this algae problem, eventually it will lead to shingle decay and loss of reflective power. The end result, is what we refer to as “Premature Roof Replacement”, which is extremely expensive and unnecessary. The costs of cleaning your roof by a certified SoftWash company is usually only a small fraction of an actual roof replacement.

Roof Problems - Stage 3: Green (Lichen & Moss)

Your roof is heavily infected because you can already see green growth. The roof has green circular blotches present which is Lichen, or is covered by thick green mounds which is moss.

This is the worst stage, but if it is caught early it can still be treated and still save your roof.

This stage is more invasive and damaging because both Lichen and Moss have roots that attach to the shingles. This treatment requires a high meter chemical setting, multiple applications and can possible use light agitation and debris removal through several methods. This is the most expensive treatment because of the material and labor costs.

PLEASE CLEAN ME!!!

Right Way Power Washing’s main objective in cleaning your roof is to have a 100% kill rate on the algae, lichen or moss; and in the process, remove the stains from your roof surface.

Right Way’s Roof Washing Warranty

Right Way Power Washing offers a 5-year limited warranty backed by a National SoftWash Systems program. This treatment requires a medium meter chemical setting, and usually multiple applications on heavily strained areas.