This commercial strength, eco-friendly solution is specially formulated for killing and removing lichen, mold, algae, and moss. Our moss treatment, The West Coast Wash, is safe for pets, plants, people, and roofing. From the brushes we use to the inhibitor we spray, we've made the effort to ensure the products & processes maintain the structural integrity of your shingle. Our process is considered by most to be the safest, most effective method of removing moss from asphalt shingle roofing - or any roofing material for that matter. Pay attention to the safety precautions on the labels of the products you use.įor those homeowners looking to get rid of moss in a lawn, check out the article, If you mind moss, get on board with preventative measures, the publication Managing Moss in Lawns in Western Oregon and accompanying video Managing Moss in Lawns.The MossAway™ roof moss removal process and treatment has been diligently & deliberately designed to be roof safe. Use safety belts and lines when the roof pitch is more than 23 degrees, you are working closer than 6 feet to the edge, or the eves are more than 16 feet from the ground. Use a bucket and rope to transport tools and other items to the roof don’t carry them up the ladder. Secure the top to the roof when possible. Put your ladder on stable ground and have it extend 3 feet above the roof line. Wear shoes with good traction that will grip the roof. If you decide to go for it, take precautions: Thoroughly rinse any tools or equipment used to apply these products.ĭon’t attempt this chore if you’re unsure of your abilities. With both chemicals, avoid over spraying on adjacent plants, which will burn, and rinse any plants that are accidently treated. The product is noncorrosive and pose minimal risk to humans and animals. Potassium salts of fatty acids: These soap-based biodegradable products kill moss by penetrating the cell walls and changing the membranes so that the cells leak and the moss dies. Don’t use this treatment if you have copper gutters, downspouts or flashing zinc sulfate corrodes copper. In areas of heavy growth or where conditions favor moss growth, use a solution of 1 pound of powder mixed in 3 gallons of water to treat 200 square feet. This amount will treat 600 to 1,000 square feet of roof using a pump sprayer, depending on the wood’s condition. Zinc sulfate (monohydrate): Mix 3 pounds of powder in 9 gallons of water. Once clean, apply one of the following solutions with a pump-style sprayer: Instead of a pressure washer, use a long-handled scrub brush. Improper pressure washing can ruin your roof. If you’re experienced with a pressure washer, use that to clean. If you’re one of those who like moss, let it grow in garden areas where it can be enjoyed without the danger of injury.īefore applying anything to kill the moss, clean the roof. Also remove it from areas like decks and steps where people may slip and fall. No matter what it’s made of, roofs should be kept clean.Īlthough many people love moss, keeping it off the roof is essential for the roof’s longevity. However, moss will lift the shingles, allowing water through to damage underlying materials. Moss clings to asphalt and metal roofs, as well, but doesn’t degrade those materials. That encourages the growth of fungi and hastens decomposition of wood roofs. The moss traps soil and debris, which retain water and keep the roof wet for a longer period of time. The growth of moss doesn’t damage surfaces, said Pscheidt, co-author of the Extension new publication The Care and Maintenance of Wood Shingle and Shake Roofs. Chances are it’s Dicranoweisia cirrata and Bryum capillare making a home on your roof. Mosses are primitive, flowerless plants that number 12,000 species. “You’ve got to let the sun in or it will return.” “You can clean all you want but to keep moss at bay, the environment needs to change, said Jay Pscheidt, a plant pathologist with Oregon State University Extension Service. The key to keeping it at bay is to trim trees so sunlight filters to the surface of the roof. There’s nothing to be done about the moisture, but moss also needs shade to grow. The ubiquitous plant clings to shingles, causing damage that can lead to expensive repairs and replacements. – In the moist Pacific Northwest, moss on roofs is inevitable.
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