How To Wash a Roof Like a Professional
A clean roof will boost a building's appearance, which improves its curb appeal. However, it is better to let a qualified roofing company complete the task. Without the proper solvents, equipment, skills, and safety gear people could easily injure themselves or damage their properties if they try roof cleaning in Fairfield, CT, without professional help.
Most roofing companies use these steps in their roof-washing process for maximum effect.
1. Preparation
Before climbing onto a roof with a ladder, a crew member will walk the building's perimeter to temporarily shift any items that could be in the way as they wash the roof. For instance, they may move outdoor furniture or potted plants away from the house to prevent damage.
When the worksite is clean and safe, the roofers will attach a hose nozzle to a water source and take it to the roof on the ladder. Many roofing companies start on the highest point of a roof and work their way down.
2. Cleaning
Soft washing is an effective way to safely clean a building's exterior without highly pressurized water, which could cause significant damage to delicate materials. The soft wash method uses a hose and nozzle with a wide spray and three chemicals: hydrogen dioxide, sodium hypochlorite, and surfactants.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the three chemicals make a cleaning solution with water, bleach, and soap that provides instant results. The technician will apply the solution to the roof by spraying it from side to side to saturate the roofing material. Soft washing is safer than pressure washing because it minimizes the risk of cracking, breaking, or loosening roofing materials.
3. Wrapping Up
Roofers will cover the entire roof with a cleaning solution. Black streaks will disappear instantly. Moss and algae will dislodge from the roof after the solution loosens their roots from the building.
After saturating the whole roof with the cleaning solution and rinsing its surface after letting it sit for several minutes, the team will descend from the roof to return their equipment to their vehicle. The roofers will also walk around the building again to ensure the roof cleaning process did not damage the building or the client's property. Finally, the roofers will return any items they moved back to their original location.
Contact Castle Window Cleaning and Power Washing for Expert Roof Cleaning Services
The professional roof cleaning team at Castle Window Cleaning and Power Washing is available for roof cleaning in Fairfield, CT. Request a free estimate or additional information about their services by calling 203-428-7019.
