How much does it cost to clean roofs?

Although roofs are built to last for decades, proper maintenance is a task that homeowners must regularly perform. A well-maintained roof lasts longer and keeps the market value of a house or building at its peak. A clean roof also improves energy efficiency and makes your home look more aesthetically pleasing. The average cost of roof cleaning quote is starting from $299.

 

Cleaning methods by roof type

Roofs are available in various types of materials; therefore, the cleaning solutions used on them vary depending on the type of roof you have and the type of problems you face. Among the most common types of roofing materials, both the methods and the solutions used vary somewhat and are important to consider when calculating costs.

Asphalt

The most common roof material used, regardless of the location of a house, is asphalt. These shingles stand out for their granular, sand-like finish, which is designed for slow wear over time. Due to the delicate and layered nature of these shingles, it is incredibly important to be gentle when cleaning them so as not to inadvertently destroy a protective layer and shorten the life of the roof. For this reason, we recommend a low pressure wash of no more than 30 degrees, equal to that of a garden sprayer.

 

Ceramic roof tiles

Ceramic tile roofs are the only type of common roofing material that can withstand high pressure washing techniques without suffering unnecessary corrosion or wear. However, if you use a pressure washer, it is still important to carefully check the pressure because the application of high pressure in the wrong place can break the ceramic tile, requiring its replacement. A "soft" washing at low pressure is therefore the recommended method. Due to the environmental hazards of a bleach-based cleaning system, using a specialized formula to clean a ceramic tile roof is the safest and most effective choice. Look for a low pressure formula designed to lift stains and attack mold, fungi and algae growth.

Clay roof tiles

The clay roof tile looks similar to the ceramic roof tile and is made with a specialized method that combines clay and sand to form roof tiles, clay roofs are excellent insulators that help reduce cooling costs. However, their production method results in a more porous tile than ceramic roofs, making them subject to wear even under low pressure washing. Therefore, they must be cleaned using a garden sprayer, similar to asphalt shingle roofs, or a deflected low pressure valve, which simply sprays water onto the shingles to help wash away dirt.

Although specific tile cleaners work on clay tile roofs, properly maintained clay roofs should have a protective or sealant coating that inhibits the growth of many common organisms. While cleaning clay tiles is still necessary, aggressive chemicals or complex solutions are not. Just use plain water or water mixed with a mild dish detergent.

For more details contact to professional roof cleaning service.