Washing your roof on a regular basis increases its efficiency and prevents problems from arising. However, when cleaning it yourself, you should exercise with caution, as poor procedures might cause harm to the roof’s surface. Here are five mistakes to avoid in order to make your roofs last longer.

Power washing:

Roofs are easily damaged by high-pressure power washing. High-pressure washing mostly removes the protective coating and grains from shingles, potentially causing fractures to become fissures or even breaking off small pieces of the roofing material. This is considered as one of the most prevalent roof cleaning blunders and has been known to nullify warranties and in some cases, even insurance claims.

Using harsh chemicals:

Any abrasive chemical, according to your roofing material, can cause the roof to lose its colour. What’s worse is if the fine print is misread, roofs can crumble, requiring costly repairs. Keep in mind that bleach must be used with caution, which includes protecting any houseplants and relocating furnishings from areas near the roof overflow. Other strong chemicals can also harm or hurt animals, so it is important to inspect the fine prints. Professionals often use a unique solution with less bleach and incorporate efficient roof cleaning processes to properly saturate and rinse neighbouring plant life to avoid any potential damage.

Over Cleaning:

Most homeowners will be relieved to learn that excessive roof cleaning is not recommended. Blowing away excess dirt and cutting back tree limbs are just a few strategies to keep your roof in good shape. Algae and moss should be observed and addressed as soon as possible. However, there really is no reason to climb onto your rooftop more than once a year to have it washed. Scrubbing your roof too much will shorten its longevity.

Ignoring ridge caps:

When a fracture or cracking sound occurs on the ridge, novice roofers may not think twice before getting on the roof. The roof’s seams are represented by these ridges. The ‘caps’ fitted are supposed to protect the roof rather than provide additional support. It is as simple as putting too much pressure or weight on the cap, which causes it to fracture or break. Avoid stepping on the ridge to avoid this from happening. Call a roof cleaning company with adequate experience and a good reputation to check out your ridge instead of doing it on your own. This will save you a lot of time and money in case something goes wrong.

Using the same techniques:

Since not all roofs are created equal, it is reasonable to presume that different roofs will require different cleaning procedures. Unskilled cleaners may not see these distinctions, or they may simply be unable to buy the specialised equipment required. It is critical to ensure that you have the correct tools for the task and have the understanding to use them professionally.

Conclusion:

Cleaning the roof is a tricky task which requires a lot of care and precision. Instead of doing this on your own, it is advisable to contact specialised cleaners who can come over and clean your roof using advanced equipment and techniques in a safe manner.