Removing Moss From Asphalt Roof

Cleaning asphalt shingles of clumps of moss or algae that have taken root in the roof can feel like an overwhelming endeavor.

Removing moss from asphalt roof.

Carefully place a ladder near the area of moss growth and don slip resistant shoes old clothes rubber gloves and eye protection. Keeping branches trimmed back from the roof and removing any debris that begins to accumulate should be part of a regular roof maintenance program. Hose off and brush all moss loose from your roof shingles. There are many ways to remove moss that tends to grow in shaded areas.

Once the moss has been thoroughly eradicated from the roof take steps to keep moss from returning. Algae and moss growth on roofs at a minimum is an unsightly nuisance. Once the moss is a thick mat it becomes a sponge that soaks up and retains all moisture. Once moss has adhered to wood shingles the moss can be harder to remove than it is from the relatively smoother planes of composite or asphalt shingles.

Using bleach is recommended by most shingle roof manufactures and the arma asphalt roofing manufactures association.