Insurance Companies Can Cancel Your Policy due to a Dirty Roof

Did you know that insurance companies can potentially cancel your home owner’s policy if your Northern Virginia roof is dirty and dingy? Your insurance company can randomly inspect your home and often it is nothing more than a ‘drive by’ where the condition of our home, including the condition of your roof is reported back to the company.

Failing to properly maintain your Northern Virginia roof  by having it professionally cleaned could end up costing you more in homeowner’s insurance or worse, CANCELLATION of your policy. If you are cancelled for improper roof maintenance, you may have difficulty getting insured by another insurance company.

Why Insurance Companies May Cancel Your Policy over a Dirty Roof

Insurance companies believe that the black streaks and stains due to algae, fungus, moss, lichen colonies, etc. growing on your Northern Virginia roof can lead to further problems with the integrity of your roof.

Risk for The Insurance Company

Overtime, the growth of algae, fungus, moss, lichen colonies growing on your roof can break down the organic components of your shingle. Left untreated, it could require a premature replacement of your roof. Obviously, this is considered a “risk” for the insurance company, which could result in a potential claim against the policy. All of which could be avoided with proper care and maintenance of your roof  by having it professionally cleaned by a roof cleaning expert.

Professional Low Pressure Wash Roof Cleaning

At ROOF REAL CLEAN, we NEVER use high pressure which can damage your shingle. We use a low pressure rinse along with a bio-degradable roof cleaning shampoo that won’t harm the surrounding vegetation around your home. Often times,  a professional roof cleaning is all you need to restore the beauty and luster of your roof again. Not only will a roof cleaning bring back the curb appeal of your home, it may save your homeowners insurance!

ROOF REAL CLEAN offers low pressure wash roof cleaning services in the following Northern Virginia cities: 

• Fairfax, VA roof cleaning 
• Fairfax Station, VA roof cleaning 
•  Falls Church, VA roof cleaning 
• Annandale , VA roof cleaning
• Springfield, VA roof cleaning 
• Oakton, VA roof cleaning 
• Mclean, VA roof cleaning 
• Vienna, VA roof cleaning 
• Burke, VA roof cleaning 
• Centreville, VA roof cleaning 
• Clifton, VA roof cleaning 
• Arlington, VA roof cleaning 
• Alexandria, VA roof cleaning 

We offer a roof maintenance program as well as a ’one year warranty’ on our roof cleaning services.  For a FREE low pressure wash roof cleaning estimate, please give ROOF REAL CLEAN a call today at (703) 973-1619.  Ask for “Paulo.”

Customer satisfaction is our top priority!

Why Roof Shingles Turn Black

Even if a roof has “fungus resistant shingles,” the fungus protection applied by the manufacturer can start to deteriorate within as little as 2-3 years after installation. After that, staining will begin to appear within six months.

If left untreated, the Algae and fungus growing on your roof shingles will leave behind black streaks and stains that will continue to spread across your roof.

Algae and fungi multiply by airborne microscopic spores and germinate. Roof algae and fungus feed on organic matter such as asphalt and decompose and will eventually destroy the material they feed off of.    

The Algae and Fungus Growth on Your Roof Could be Costing You Money 

When you have algae and fungus growth on your roof, the temperatures under your roof becomes hotter. This will increases your monthly AC costs. Studies have shown that there is a reduction of under-roof temperatures, anywhere from 10 – 20 degrees once roof algae and fungus have been removed by a professional roof cleaning service, such as ROOF REAL CLEAN.

Some home owners have seen utility savings of up to $20-$25 per month simply from having a professional roof cleaning.  You will also notice a difference in your electric bill if the change in your attic temperature reduces the temperature in your living space by just 3-4 degrees. The bottom line is that cleaning your roof actually saves you money!

Increased granule loss due to roof algae and fungus growth will also shorten the lifespan of your roof and if left untreated, will require you to replace your roof prematurely. The cost of maintaining your roof by having a roof cleaning will be a lot less than what you will end up paying to replace your roof!

Fungus and Algae Allergies

Algae, fungus and mold spores can be tracked into your home. This breeding ground could cause individuals with allergies some serious health problems.

How to Get Rid of Fungus and Algae on Your Roof

Everyone  seems to have a different opinion about how to get rid of roof algae and fungus growth. Some owners believe that roof cleaning utilizing high pressure is the best way to clean your roof. Nothing could be further from the truth!

High pressure wash can damage roof shingles and cause granule loss, shortening the life of your roof.  The granules on your shingles are your home’s heat-reflective protection. Granule loss is avoided by a low pressure wash roof cleaning such as the roof cleaning service offered by ROOF REAL CLEAN. 

The professionals at ROOF REAL CLEAN never use high pressure to remove the ugly black streaks and stains on your roof. They use a low pressure wash along with an eco-friendly and bio-degradable roof shampoo that won’t damage your shingle or the surrounding vegetation around your home. 

ROOF REAL CLEAN offers low pressure wash roof cleaning services in the following Northern Virginia cities: 

• Fairfax, VA roof cleaning 
• Fairfax Station, VA roof cleaning 
•  Springfield, VA roof cleaning 
• Falls Church, VA roof cleaning 
• Annandale , VA roof cleaning
• Oakton, VA roof cleaning 
• Mclean, VA roof cleaning 
• Centreville, VA roof cleaning 
• Vienna, VA roof cleaning 
• Burke, VA roof cleaning 
• Clifton, VA roof cleaning 
• Alexandria, VA roof cleaning 
• Arlington, VA roof cleaning 

We also offer a ‘one year warranty’ on our roof cleaning services as well as a roof maintenance program. For a FREE low pressure wash roof cleaning quote, please give ROOF REAL CLEAN a call today at (703) 973-1619.  Ask for “Paulo.”

Customer satisfaction is our top priority!

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 Algae and fungus must have three nutrients to grow which include:

• Heat
• Moisture
• Organic matter

Moisture Increases Roof Algae and Fungus Growth 

Rain and moisture, even morning dew, can increase roof algae and fungus growth. The professionals at ROOF REAL CLEAN have found that it can be as little as 12 to 16 months for algae and fungus spores to germinate, providing that debris such as leaves, etc. are not allowed to remain on the surface. Increased periods of rain can also have an effect on increased roof algae and fungus growth. 

Hotter Weather Promotes Roof Algae and Fungus Growth

Another factor that can contribute to increased roof algae and fungus growth is hotter weather conditions, which increase attic temperatures. Increased surface temperatures create moisture when the sun goes down, which promotes fungus and algae growth.  Roofs in sub-tropical climates will also show signs of fungus and algae growth much quicker than roofs in northern climates.

Quality of Roofing Material

Quality of roofing material can also affect roof algae and fungus growth. Typically, A roof that is 15 – 25 years old will show signs of algae and fungus growth quicker than a 30 or 40 year old roof due to:

• Thickness of the material used
• Amount of copper granules applied
• Amount of ceramic granules applied

Why You need to Hire a Roof Cleaning Professional

The professionals at ROOF REAL CEAN never use high pressure, which can damage your roof. We use a lower pressure rinse along with bio-degradable and eco-friendly roof cleaning products that clean algae, fungus, black stains and streaks off your roof.  All of our products are safe for pets and won’t harm the vegetation around your home.

Northern Virginia Roof Cleaning Services

ROOF REAL CLEAN offers low pressure wash roof cleaning services in the following Northern Virginia cities: 

• Fairfax, VA roof cleaning services
• Fairfax Station, VA roof cleaning services
• Falls Church, VA roof cleaning services
• Springfield, VA roof cleaning services 
• Annandale , VA roof cleaning services
• Oakton, VA roof cleaning services
• Mclean, VA roof cleaning services
• Vienna, VA roof cleaning services
• Centreville, VA roof cleaning services
• Burke, VA roof cleaning services
• Clifton, VA roof cleaning services
• Arlington, VA roof cleaning services
• Alexandria, VA roof cleaning services

ROOF REAL CLEAN offers a ‘one year warranty’ on all roofs we clean as well as a ‘roof maintenance program.’

For more information or for a FREE roof cleaning quote, please give ROOF REAL CLEAN a call today at (703) 973-1619 – Ask for “Paulo.”

Customer satisfaction is our number one priority!