Best Moss Removal Near You For Residential & Commercial Roofs

As a home or business owner, you'll hope to protect your property and keep it looking clean with our moss removal services in London. Moss, algae and lichen grow very quickly in the climate we experience here in Greater London.
Very quickly your roof becomes weathered with additional maintenance issues arising that may not be visible when looking from the ground up.
Pests will be attracted to your roof for food and shelter and will exasperate the need for a roofing specialist.

Once you can start to see growth, amalgamation of birds or discolouration on your roof, the only answer is a reputable moss cleaning service, and ideally a company that can identify and repair any issues whilst on your roof. Roofs are not created for walking on, and a lot of people walking on your roof, who do not have an understanding of its structural safety and the fragility of your roof tiles should be avoided where possible.

A moss covered roof not only ruins the look of your home - it can actually damage your roof, lifting and cracking tiles leaving gaps and holes for water to leak into your home, and without cleaning more growth and damage will definitely occur.

With moss absorbing rainwater and then drying out in the sun, the loose moss can become redirected causing additional maintenance costs.
Experienced roofers are essential for this kind of work, simply due to the problems of access, safety and insurance. They will keep the cost of reactive roof maintenance to a minimum and assist with scheduling proactive maintenance that is planned and prepared for.

Roof Moss Removal London

What's on your roof is probably a combination of moss, algae, lichens, and fungi, all of them older than the dinosaurs and very unsightly. The spores can just be carried in the wind, which means that everyone’s roof will at some point be affected. Moss needs a fair amount of moisture to live and is happier in low sunlight.

Overhanging trees provide the shade and food source they like, as they drop their leaves and debris.

You'll usually notice stains and patches that begin to grow. Moss holds water and provides a chance for it to create openings in your roof for water to leak past tiles. the tiles themselves can start to lift, move and even crack.

Removing these growths will enable the roof to do its job of keeping the water out and your family and belongings secure.

Moss Removal Company Best Practice

Cleaning moss with a wire brush helps to get rid of the roots once the main growths have been removed. The wrong detergents or chemical solutions should be avoided as they can weaken tiles and slates and the wooden battens holding traditional tiles. 

Experience and training will ensure a good roofing technician can give you the best advice for your home. Every home and roof make-up is different and should be viewed for the most effective moss clearing solution.

Effective cleaning requires some elbow grease and tools to get into the crevices carefully without causing damage. There will also be a significant build up of waste that needs to be handled safely and removed by a licensed professional.

After your roof is cleaned, a light spray of biocide / algaecide will assist with the prevention of regrowth of moss. But again, a visit from an experienced roofer will highlight your choices and the benefits of each of our services.

Please speak to your professional roof technicians, who will be able to evaluate your home or building, the environment, climate and select the best algaecide for you and your family (and furry friends!).

Preventing Regrowth Of Moss

Once the heavy work is done, chemical products to prevent regrowth are often a sensible option. They are not always popular, and some of the products on the market are potentially dangerous, and/or ineffective. We regularly work with some that are not environmentally destructive and are effective.

Whichever remedy you choose, we really do not recommend trying to clean your roof yourself unless you are experienced and trained on roof work and working at height. The usual risks of working at height are increased due to the slippery conditions created by a moss clearance.

Some products come with a manufacturer's warranty to prevent regrowth and this can be discussed with your roofing specialist.

 

Safe And Affordable Moss Cleaning Prices 

Our moss removal services are quoted individually for each home. We will carry out a site visit and discuss with you the most suitable option for your requirements, or maybe even give you options to select your service from.

When we carry out the moss cleaning service, you will be able to take advantage of our free visual Roof Inspection. Our price will include any cleaning equipment, chemicals and will specify any access equipment that we may need, plus the quantity of visits required to clean the roof and licensed waste removal.

Roof Inspection is booked as a Free Viewing with a written quotation. Our expert roofers and experienced customer care team can help you through this procedure with ease and answer any questions you may have. 

Upon completion of your moss clearance, photographs clearly demonstrating the before and after appearance of your roof will be sent to you, although the results will be visible from the ground. Sometimes weather, telephone connection or safety reasons may restrict our ability to provide photographs.

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