Soft Washing vs Pressure Washing: Choose by Surface

Soft washing uses low-pressure water with a cleaning solution to remove and kill organic growth, while pressure washing uses higher-pressure water to remove bonded dirt mechanically. Soft washing is generally the safer choice for roofs, siding, stucco, and delicate finishes; pressure washing is usually better for sound concrete, heavy mud, and some industrial grime. Soft […]

How to Remove Algae From a Roof Safely

Roof algae is removed by applying a manufacturer-approved low-pressure roof treatment, allowing the labeled dwell time, and rinsing gently without walking unnecessarily on the shingles. For most asphalt-shingle roofs, sodium-hypochlorite soft washing works fastest, while peroxide or “spray-and-leave” products reduce chemical and runoff concerns but usually take longer. What Roof Algae Is and Why It […]