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Getting Rid of
Roof Moss, Mold,
Mildew, and Algae
Cleaning moss, algae, mildew,
and mold from a roof takes a little planning. Getting rid of moss and
mold on shingled roofs is the easiest job. Cedar roofs will need more
careful attention.
Removing
mold on roof shingles requires that you commit to safety
first. Proper ladders or scaffolding are required. Depending on how
steep the pitch, you may need extra rigging to avoid falling off.
There
are several fungicides available for a price at all hardware
stores. There are also methods for home remedies that are far less
costly. One source for an inexpensive do-it-yourself project
is How
to Get Rid of Black Mold.
Where you can find the specific
details for
solving this common problem.
Your
first step is to remove the gross clumps of moss. With roof mold,
roof mildew, and roof algae you won't have to do that. Then it is time
to actually kill the rest of the plant. Follow the instructions
provided with any product you purchase to do the job.
Once
the fungicide has been on the roof for the appropriate "kill
time", then it's ready to scrub off. We've used a regular hose with a
nozzle, we've used brushes, but the easiest method we have found is
within the Mold book mentioned earlier.
One
other thing is that you still haven't prevented the moss, mold,
algae, or fungus from coming back. That very important step will
relieve you of ever getting back on the roof for that purpose again.
Howard
Doughman
This
article may be linked only
in its full form. The author,
Former
Director Environmental Services
links, and information MUST remain fully
intact.
St. Francis Hospital of Evanston
1998-2000
http://www.mold-removal-tips.com/
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