Moss Roof Remover

6 to kill existing moss and lichen make a cleaning solution of equal parts bleach and water.

Moss roof remover.

Follow these steps for how to remove moss. The most effective method of cleaning algae and moss from a roof is with a 50 50 mix of laundry strength liquid chlorine bleach and water. Using bleach is recommended by most shingle roof manufactures and the arma asphalt roofing manufactures association. Liquid moss killers cover the roof more evenly than dry powders and they let you stay on the ground for the application.

5 continue installing zinc strips across length of roof end to end leaving a 1 8 in. Space between the strips. When the moss is dead scrub it off then install zinc flashing to prevent more moss growth. Before applying a moss remover cleaner use a scrub brush 3 15 the home depot or a long handled soft bristle brush to gently scrape or pluck moss from the roof shingles or tiles.

Fortunately removing moss is a fairly simple task that you can perform on a seasonal or as needed basis to keep your roof weathertight and great looking. To remove moss you first have to kill it. Moss growing on a roof lifts the shingles and allows water to seep underneath and rot the roof deck. Use a solution of bleach vinegar or dish soap for this.

4 apply a dab of sealant to every nail head and run a bead of sealant under each shingle. Even so you will always need to mount the roof later on in order to remove the dead moss.