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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If your roof is shaded, moss and algae can build up on your shingles, which not only looks unsightly, over time it can cause damage to your roof. Large trees that produce lots of shade on a roof can foster the growth of moss and algae.  Morning dew and rainfall that doesn’t get a chance to evaporate due to minimal sun exposure is the perfect breeding ground for moss and algae. Thick moss and algae growth that has gained a foothold has a shallow root system and keeps your roof damp for extended periods of time. Moisture promotes rot and can erode the asphalt in shingles, which shortens the life span of your roof.

Algae and moss can be removed safely by a qualified roof cleaner. ROOF REAL CLEAN offers a safe alternative to traditional high pressure washing services. They use only eco-friendly bio-degradable roof cleaning products that won’t break down the natural components of your shingles or damage neighboring vegetation around your home.

Moss and algae will typically grow at the top of the vertical slots between shingles. These areas are the last place water evaporates from your roof. You want to have a professional roof cleaner remove algae and moss before the granules are gone in your asphalt shingles. Once you can see the interior fiberglass mat of the shingle your roof will soon need to be replaced.

Algae and moss growth is also unsightly and can make your home look dowdy and dingy. Both can be safely removed by a professional low pressure wash roof cleaner.

It is never a good idea to use chlorine bleach to clean your roof because it can remove the natural color from your roofing and will also kill vegetation as it’s rinsed from the roof. 

Roof cleaning is dangerous and should always be done by a trained roof cleaning expert such as ROOF REAL CLEAN. Algae and moss become slippery when wet and you can easily fall off your roof. Low pressure wash roof cleaning requires skill, safety standards, expertise and specific tools and equipment. 

Call ROOF REAL CLEAN today at 703-973-1619 for a FREE roof cleaning quote. We get the job done right!

Customer satisfaction is our number one priority!!!

Your home will look dingy and weathered with dark stains of  algae, moss and lichen colonies actively growing on your roof.  Overtime, what’s growing will start to breakdown the organic components of your shingles and the rain that washes down from your roof will cause unsightly stains to your brick, gutters and any areas that are painted. 

Clean & Green Low Pressure Wash

The use of high pressure can cause a lot of damage to your roof.  ROOF REAL CLEAN uses a low pressure roof cleaning process that removes whatever is growing on your roof with a non-harmful chemical and it not only removes unsightly stains, it keeps them off! 

We use The Roof Shampoo™ roof cleaning system and have found it to be the most effective way to get rid of the unsightly dark streaks and stains. 

All of the low pressure roof cleaning products we use are chlorine free and are designed specifically for cleaning shingle, asphalt and tile roofs. They are also 100% biodegradable and will not harm your grass, plants, or pets.

Before Roof Real Clean

After Roof Real Clean

Extend the Life of Your Roof

All new roofs eventually stain. Within 5 -7 years they can start to look pretty dingy and worn out, which can definitely bring down the look of your home. 

However, there’s no need to re-roof or spend thousands of dollars to replace your dirty and worn looking shingles when all they really need is to be cleaned. By keeping your roof algae and moss free, you will extend the life of your shingles and in 10 years your roof will still be looking new.  

Let one of our professional roof cleaning experts at ROOF REAL CLEAN get your roof looking new again today! 

Whether you are a residential homeowner and want to give your home a face lift, looking to sell your home and need a bit more curb appeal, commercial property owner or a property management company, no roof cleaning job is too big or too small for the professionals at ROOF REAL CLEAN.  

We have been in the low pressure roof cleaning business for many years and pride ourselves on customer satisfaction!

Let ROOF REAL CLEAN  remove those ugly stains from your roof today. For a FREE roof cleaning quote, please call us at 703-973-1619.

The most common choice for roofing materials is asphalt shingles and at least 75% of the homes across the nation use them.  There are two types of asphalt shingles -  fiberglass mat based and organic mat based shingles.

Fiberglass based shingles are thinner, lighter and are more fire retardant than organic based shingles, which are heavier and more durable because there is  more asphalt used in them.  Organic based shingles are also considered to be more flexible and water absorbent, but have a tendency to warp over time.

Fiberglass shingles tend to be used more  in the southern and central part of the United States whereas organic based shingles are used more in the northern part.

New Roof or Low Pressure Wash Cleaning?

Roof Real Clean

Before you consider to re-roof with fiberglass mat based shingles or organic mat based shingles, you want to make sure that a new roof is actually what you need. Your dirty and worn out looking roof may just need a low pressure wash roof cleaning.  You could save yourself  thousands of dollars in re-roofing costs by simply having your roof cleaned by a professional at REAL ROOF CLEAN.

The roof cleaning experts at ROOF REAL CLEAN will get your roof  looking new again for a fraction of what a new roof would cost and often times, it’s really all that is needed to give your house the curb appeal it’s lacking simply because it’s dirty. Nothing is more unsightly than the black streaks and stains caused by actively growing algae, moss and lichen colonies on your roof.

Give your home the inexpensive face lift that it deserves with a low pressure roof cleaning from ROOF REAL CLEAN.

We are the experts in low pressure roof cleaning and take care of our happy customers!  Let ROOF REAL CLEAN remove those ugly stains from your roof today. For a FREE roof cleaning quote, please call us at 703-973-1619.