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UGLY ROOF STAINS

What are those ugly roof stains?
Ugly roof stains are not caused by trees, birds, leaves or pine needles. The stains are caused by the air-born spores from black algae, fungus and mold. The spores land on your roof and grow on the asphalt material the shingles are made from.

Why do the stains only grow on one side of my roof?
Black algae usually grow on the north side of the home as well as areas under trees. The north side of the home gets the least amount of sun and therefore stays wet the longest. The same is true with the area under trees where there is the most shade and the trees drip rain water keeping the surface wet for longer. The moisture allows the algae to flourish.

Potential expense of NOT having algae removed

Premature roof replacement
Over time, the algae growth can cause your shingles to dry, crack and curl. Leaks will result leading to premature roof replacement. With proper maintenance, your roof should last at least as long as the warranty period.

Higher Energy Costs
Roof Mold and Roof Algae absorb solar heat. Asphalt roof attic temperatures become a lot higher by preventing the reflective capabilities of the granules from doing their job. These soaring attic temperatures make your air conditioner work a lot harder and increase your electric bills, sometimes as much as several hundred dollars a year.

Reduced Home Value
Thinking of selling your home? A dirty roof will cost you thousands! A stained roof covered with Algae causes the potential buyer to make decisions about your home's value and may cause them to assume that the home has further problems on the interior. For home owners, removing roof stains can increase your selling price by thousands of dollars. In many cases, home buyers demand dirty roofs be replaced and that cost ($8,500 on average) comes out of the price for your home.

Potential Cancellation of Homeowners Policy
Your insurance company can inspect your home at anytime and, frequently, it is a drive-by inspection. Condition of the home is noted, including paint, exterior maintenance and ROOF CONDITION.

Insurance Inspectors note the condition of the roof and report back to the insurance company. The insurance company may require that you clean or replace the roof under threat of policy cancellation.

Potential Health Risks
The presence of Algae in such close proximity to a living environment can pose health concerns for those with allergies. The possibility also exists for this Algae to invade the home through exposed areas and cause other health problems.

GOOD NEWS!
Ugly roof stains can be removed from your roof quickly, easily, safely and affordably. Your roof can look like new again for a fraction of the cost of re-roofing. Don't replace it just because it is stained.

Do we use chlorine bleach to remove the stains?
Some contractors and home owners do use chlorine bleach to clean their roofs, but it is not advisable. Bleach will clean the surface of the shingle but will not kill the whole algae colony. The stains usually start to reappear within 12 to 18 months. Chlorine will also kill your plants, and is harmful to the environment. We don’t use chlorine.

Our shingle restoration process is a unique, biodegradable and environmentally safe formula that will safely kill the entire algae colony from your roof without harming plants or animals. It is non-toxic, has no offensive odor and is completely safe to the environment.

Our completely safe, low-pressure rinsing systems safely remove the algae stains without harming your shingles.