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

Andrew Ludewig
Andrew Ludewig
6 months ago
What an amazing company to work with. The team are extremely friendly, helpful and the work performed was beyond expectations. My house has never been this clean. I highly recommend them for all of your soft washing home need.
PK
PK
5 months ago
We have contracted Diamond Roof Cleaning for house cleaning for several years now and did so again this year. They cleaned our house including all decks/porches and railings. After our initial inquiry Michael provided the estimate for the work very quickly and was able to get our job scheduled in a very reasonable time-frame. The crew was prompt, very professional and personable. The completed the job quickly and the results were excellent. Bottom line is that we are are very pleased with the company and their services.
Maria Oliveti
Maria Oliveti
a month ago
Great job!!! We had our paver driveway power washed. Very pleased with the results. We will definitely have them back to soft wash the house. Their pricing is very reasonable. We absolutely recommend their services to anyone thinking about having their exterior cleaned.
Ronald Tuczak
Ronald Tuczak
a year ago
It was tremendous leaving for work and coming home to an amazingly clean home. These photos were taken the same day. My landscaper recommended Mike and he and his team delivered. A quick response and excellent service with quality results. I just had new landscaping in place and he tarped my plants and all debris was removed. I highly recommend!
Timothy Carleton
Timothy Carleton
a month ago
The easiest process I have ever had with a contractor. Heard about them from a local Facebook post, found them online, requested quote online, received the quote within 48 hours, booked them, two weeks later the service was performed. The whole process was professional and our roof looks great!

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