A lot of homeowners are not aware of what the black streaks or stains on their roof are. In Indiana and throughout the Midwest, half of the roofs replaced are done so because of the unsightliness of the roof, not because of the functionality.

This means half of homeowners are prematurely replacing a roof that only needed cleaned. A lack of information and education on black roof algae is the culprit. Homeowners simply do not know what these black streaks are, let alone that they can be cleaned to restore a roof’s appearance.

The major shingle manufacturers have recommendations on how to clean roof algae from shingles without causing damage to them. Roof cleaning can cost a tenth of the cost of a total roof replacement. There is no reason a 30 year shingle needs to be replaced any time sooner. You need to know what roof algae is, why it is grows on roofs, and what the methods are for cleaning it off to restore the roof’s appearance.

In this educational roof cleaning video, you will learn the truth about roof cleaning and how roof cleaning can save you costly future repairs and replacements. Also how cleaning a roof can actually boost your home’s curb appeal and value. When done right, asphalt shingle cleaning can save the homeowner thousands of dollars.