Moss Roof Remover

Fortunately removing moss is a fairly simple task that you can perform on a seasonal or as needed basis to keep your roof weathertight and great looking.

Moss roof remover.

5 continue installing zinc strips across length of roof end to end leaving a 1 8 in. The most effective method of cleaning algae and moss from a roof is with a 50 50 mix of laundry strength liquid chlorine bleach and water. Moss growing on a roof lifts the shingles and allows water to seep underneath and rot the roof deck. Space between the strips.

Before applying a moss remover cleaner use a scrub brush 3 15 the home depot or a long handled soft bristle brush to gently scrape or pluck moss from the roof shingles or tiles. If the water will not reach the peak of the roof from the ground you can spray while standing on a ladder. Work on one small section at a time which allows you better control of the brush and your scrubbing motions. Follow these steps for how to remove moss.

Using bleach is recommended by most shingle roof manufactures and the arma asphalt roofing manufactures association. To remove moss you first have to kill it. When the moss is dead scrub it off then install zinc flashing to prevent more moss growth. Even so you will always need to mount the roof later on in order to remove the dead moss.

6 to kill existing moss and lichen make a cleaning solution of equal parts bleach and water. Use a solution of bleach vinegar or dish soap for this.