Time-Lapse Video of Our Roof Cleaning Process in Gainesville, GA

The homeowner of this beautiful ranch home and detached garage requested our roof cleaning service. The roofs are approximately 20 years old and have never been cleaned. The back sides of the roofs were free from organic growth (Gloeocapsa Magma) so we only cleaned the front half. The entire roof cleaning process took us approximately 3 hours to complete.

Will Gloeocapsa Magma damage shingles?

Yes, Gloeocapsa Magma will eventually damage asphalt shingles. Some insurance companies have recognized this and are now requiring policy holders to periodically clean their roofs.

Why does Gloeocapsa Magma grow on asphalt shingles?

The most predominant filler used in shingles, because it is so plentiful and inexpensive, is limestone. It is the calcium carbonate in limestone that Gloeocapsa Magma algae really likes to feed off of, along with moisture that naturally collects on a roof’s surface. Once the algae growth becomes noticeable as those dark streaks on the roof, gravity and rain water carry the spores down the roof, causing the commonly seen pattern of streaks extending downward on the roof. Gloeocapsa Magma is not harmful or dangerous alone, but as the algae feeds off of the calcium carbonate in the limestone, it will eventually reduce the integrity of the shingles.

If your Gainesville, GA area home needs a roof cleaning, exterior house cleaning, driveway cleaning or any of the other cleaning services that we offer, let us know and we will come to your home and give you a free estimate. And, in case you haven't visited our Warranty page, our roof wash comes with a 1-year "Algae Free" warranty, and most of our services come with a 6-month "Peace of Mind" warranty!

Location: Gainesville, GA