Roof Cleaning 101: Why You Need to Get Rid of Black Streaks

Have you noticed black streaks on your roofing? These can have a very significant impact on your home’s curb appeal. However, that’s not the worst problem they can cause. If left unaddressed, those black streaks can spread, eventually damaging your roofing.

These are just two reasons you need to get rid of black streaks on your roof as soon as you spot them. Just understand this is not a DIY job. Instead, you need to hire roof cleaning professionals.

At Diamond Roof Cleaning, serving homeowners in and around Medford, NJ, our experts are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and experience necessary to remove black streaks on your roof efficiently and thoroughly. If you’ve noticed black streaks on your roof, get in touch with us sooner rather than later to avoid future headaches.

Why You Should Contact Roof Cleaning Pros to Remove Black Streaks on Your Roof

Many homeowners who spot black streaks on their roofs don’t necessarily know what those black streaks actually are.

Black streaks on roofing are almost always a telltale sign that Gloeocapsa magma (better known as roof algae) has begun to accumulate.

Again, roof algae isn’t just unsightly. This organism can spread if it isn’t cleaned away. Over time, it will begin eating away at your shingles.

The consequences of this can result in hefty bills you might not be prepared to pay. Naturally, if your roofing is damaged, you’ll have to replace the affected sections earlier than you otherwise might have.

Damaged shingles also prevent your roof from effectively insulating your home. As such, you’ll need to run your heating and cooling equipment more often. Along with putting unnecessary strain on your HVAC system, this will also result in high utility bills.

Damaged roofing will leave your home vulnerable to the elements as well. If water leaks into your home, you may need to address unexpected water damage. Water leaking into a home can also allow mold to accumulate, as mold develops and thrives in moist environments.

You don’t need to face these unwanted challenges if you’re proactive. The sooner you schedule roof cleaning service when you notice black streaks, the greater the odds you’ll prevent major damage.

Again, cleaning black streaks away from your roofing is a job for the professionals. If you try to rinse your roofing down with a garden hose, you won’t thoroughly clean it. On the other hand, if you spray your roofing with a pressure or power washer, you will likely damage it, as most residential shingles can’t take that kind of force. 

This isn’t something you need to worry about when you hire our team at Diamond Roof Cleaning. We use the soft wash method to clean black streaks away from our customers’ roofs. This method involves applying safe eco-friendly detergents along with a gentle rinse of water. The combination of the two thoroughly removes roof algae without causing damage. If you live in the Medford, NJ area and need help getting rid of black streaks on your roof, call us today at (609) 929-5812 to learn more about what we can do for you.

CLIENT REVIEWS

Pamela Anton
Pamela Anton
a week ago
This is my 4th time using Diamond Roof Cleaning over the last few years to power wash my house. They have been professional and consistent with the level of service each time. They have high level equipment that makes the process fast which I appreciate as I have seen other companies take hours on hours to power wash a home. The owner Mike is very nice and professional and super responsive. I will continue to use them as a yearly service for my home.
Linda Madres
Linda Madres
a week ago
Last year I had this company clean moss, mold and lichen off my roof, and it looks like new again. This year I had them clean out my gutters. Mike squeezed me in earlier than originally planned, online payment system is convenient, I didn't even have to be home. Very responsive and easy to work with.
Susan Bielecki
Susan Bielecki
2 weeks ago
Highly recommend Diamond Roof and gutter cleaning. After pollen season the gutters and roof are covered. The guys came out as scheduled power washed gutters and roof and everything looks great! Very professional and reasonably priced. I’ll be calling them back every year 😊
Maria Oliveti
Maria Oliveti
a week ago
We had our pavers power washed last summer and our gutters cleaned out just this past week. They do a great job and their pricing is very reasonable. Next up is soft washing the house and exterior windows. Very please with their services.
Barbara M
Barbara M
2 months ago
What a wonderful find Diamond Roof Cleaning was for us! We live in a development that has the word "forest" in its name and because of the predominant shade over our house, we are "green" by the time spring rolls around. Mike's crew, two very experienced techs, did a terrific job on our property. They arrived early, worked quickly and efficiently, and left us a sparkling (no lie!) house. I loved that they walked around the house with me and listened to my concerns about my shrubbery, plants, and walkways before they started. I also loved that the guys worked both as a team and as individuals to get the job done. They were very thorough and when they left, except for the wet grass and pavement, you'd hardly know that a major cleanup had taken place. Mike's pricing was very fair and I felt that our payment was money very well-spent. Kudos to Diamond Roof Cleaning for their exceptional service.

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