Tricks Fleetwood Roofers Know: Killing algae on the roof

Smart roofers in Fleetwood know that dark stains on the roof can ruin a home's appearance. The good news: they also know how to eliminate the stains.

How roofers eliminate algae - in Fleetwood and anywhere
There are two ways to deal with algae roof stains. Either can be done by homeowners throughout Berks. Both may be handled better by professional roofing contractors.

Get rid of algae by spraying your roof with a 50/50 mixture of tap water and bleach. Bleach is bad for garden plants. So you need to wet down plants near the house before you start. Use plain tap water. When you're through, soak them again with pure water. Also, don't use a power washer on the roof. It can damage asphalt shingles.

Keeping algae stains away
Once the algae's gone, there's an effective way to keep it from returning. Apply a strip of copper or zinc under the shingle row nearest the roof peak. The metal should be six inches wide, with an inch or two left uncovered. Trace amounts of metal will leach out of the strip. And that's all you'll need to K.O. further algae growth.

With a little bit of help and care, you can keep your roof looking great. Mast Roofing and Construction Inc. is ready to provide the roofing skill and experience to make it happen.