Moss can eat away and stain wood-shingles, push up composition shingles, expose the underlying tar paper and destroy a roof in just a few years. It can also cause leaks, water damage and rot inside your home. The first step in any moss treatment is to kill the moss, and to prevent any damage from occurring at the earliest opportunity. This is done to the entire roof, which not only eliminates the moss, but prevents future spore growth as well. Although scraping and brushing the moss from the roof, may be more immediately gratifying aesthetically, it also spreads the rhizomes and spores making the infestation more severe. Killing the moss first is absolutely paramount in this process.
Moss growth is attributed to factors such as..
moisture, shade and nearby trees. Most homes are only affected by moss on one or two sides, such as the North and East. Moss is a bryophite, which absorbs water through osmosis. It is very vulnerable to dehydration.
*We do NOT use pressure washers on composite material, or any other invasive and potentially damaging methods! Composite material is hand scrubbed and brushed.
Our“Moss & Gutter Combo”service, for most homes, is only a flat rated price of$899!
Our flat rated price offer is only valid for: 1.) Composite roofs. 2.) Homes under 3,000 total square feet. 3.) Roofs with less than a 9/12 roof pitch. 4.) Structures under 3 stories. (Buildings with exceedingly large or vaulted roofs may incur additional labor costs.)
Do you live in Oregon or Washington? Your roof infestation is worst than you think.
Before, After, & During Moss Removal Pictures
Common roof systems in the Pacific Northwest in need of regular moss mitigation:
Composite roof moss removal
Our moss removal package is superior to others in our industry. We use specially crafted tools to remove the moss from the surface, edge, and in-between each shingle. The moss is then swept or blown from the roof.
Tile & metal roof moss removal
The most effective way to remove unsightly moss and moss stains from a metal or tile roof is with a commercial-strength pressure-washer. This must be done by trained professionals in order to prevent damage to the roof. We simply make your roof look new, again.
Cedar shake & wood shingle roof moss removal
Moss removal and oil treatment are necessary to preserve the natural resins in the cedar or wood shingles. Our process for removing moss includes an initial soft washing and cleanup. (A soft wash, also known as a non-pressure wash, is where you take low pressure water and spray down a surface.) Next, we lightly brush the the shingles free of lichen and moss. From here we apply non-toxic, safe, cleaning solutions to the wood shingles. During this process we do not use pressure above 60 psi. The oil treatment is done after the roof dries and restores the natural resins, color and texture. This should be completed when the weekly weather forecast is dry and warm.
Deter moss from returning and taking root in the future:
We recommend bi annual roof applications of:“Moss-B-ware” sold at Home Depot, Lowes, Ace Hardware, Parkrose Hardware, Fred Myers, and most hardware stores.
Contact us today to schedule your roof’s flat rated appointment! Or for your FREE tile, sheet-metal, or wood roof cleaning estimate!
There’s no roof too steep, no house too tall! Dailey Maintenance does them all!!
In our damp climate, moss acts like a sponge, holding moisture against your shingles. This constant dampness rots the wooden structure underneath and allows roots to lift the shingles, breaking the seal and leading to leaks. Left untreated, moss can shorten the lifespan of a roof by 10 to 15 years.
Never. High-pressure washing is the fastest way to ruin an asphalt shingle roof. It blasts away the protective granules and voids your manufacturer’s warranty. We use a specialized Soft Wash method or manual agitation with safe tools to remove moss without compromising the integrity of your roof.
Our professional-grade moss killer begins working on contact, turning the moss brown or white. However, the root system takes time to fully detach. Depending on the thickness of the moss and the amount of rainfall, it may take a few weeks for the dead moss to naturally weather off the roof after treatment.
Yes. We take extra precautions to protect your property. We pre-wet surrounding plants and use a neutralization process to ensure that the treatment only affects the moss on your roof. Once the treatment is dry, it is completely safe for pets and family.
To keep your roof moss-free year-round, we recommend a preventative treatment once a year. It is much more cost-effective to prevent moss from starting than it is to remove a heavy, established growth that has already begun to damage the shingles.
Yes. When we remove moss, a significant amount of debris is displaced. We ensure that your gutters are completely cleared and downspouts are flushed as part of the service, so the dislodged moss doesn’t cause a drainage problem later.
Absolutely. Dailey Maintenance is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured LLC (Oregon #636773-98 | Washington #103635298). Roof work is dangerous; you should never hire a contractor who cannot provide proof of active liability insurance.
