Why You Should Get Your Roof, House, and Concrete Cleaned

Gloeocapsa Magma

Often appears as green or black streaks, especially in damp or shaded areas. breaks down the shingles by feeding off of the limestone granules embedded in the shingles. This decreases a roof's ability to reflect ultra-violet rays of light and shortens the life of the roof.can have negative health effects, especially for individuals prone to allergy flare-ups. Algae particles give off airborne toxins around your property that can be harmful when inhaled, especially for a person who's already sick.

Moss

First, moss will strip away the protective oils on your shingles, making them susceptible to erosion and sun damage. Without any protection, your shingles will warp and crack in the sun, significantly shortening their lifespan. Second, moss absorbs water which will increase the waeight of the roof that could lead to

Lichen

Lichen is a crusty, leaf-like growth that's made of algae and fungus and can appear on many surfaces of a house, including roofs, walls, and siding. It can come in many colors, including blue, green, white, black, grey, yellow, orange, red, and brown. While lichen can be undesirable, it does have some benefits, such as regulating moisture buildup on surfaces. However, lichen can also damage stone and woodwork over time due to its chemical makeup and the moisture it attracts. In particular, surfaces with a lot of lichen can deteriorate faster, especially in the winter when moisture freezes.

Mold / Mildew

Mold and mildew can damage siding by causing rot and other issues over time. Mold and mildew growth is caused by moisture accumulation on siding, especially in areas that don't get much sunlight. They also feed off dirt that's already on the siding.

Pollen / Dirt / Dust

Dirt and Dust accumulates from the air and can settle on surfaces, creating a layer that can attract other types of debris like Pollen which can make siding look undesireable and can even lead to the mold growth above.

Oxidation

Oxidation is a natural process that can occur on vinyl, aluminum, and painted siding when it's exposed to oxygen, dirt, grime, and other elements. It can cause siding to become Faded, Dull, Chalky, Discolored, Fragile, Breakable, Degraded, and Deteriorated