Bay Area Roof Cleaning Contractor

Bay Area Roof Cleaner A general misconception among the public is the fact that discolored roofs are the result of age and deterioration that soon will require replacement. To the contrary, discoloration is the result of an air-borne fungus known as Gloeocapsa Magma. It can be identified as dark or black staining or streaks and is most noticeable on lighter colored roofs, but can be found on most any roof. Gloeocapsa Magma feeds on humidity, heat and some form of nutrient. The nutrient can come from pollutants, fallen leaves and limestone found in the shingle itself.

WHY IS ROOF FUNGUS A PROBLEM?

According to the Asphalt Roofing Manufactures Association ( ARMA ), roofs that have a substantial amount of this algae can absorb as much as 30% more heat due to the black pigmentation. This heat absorption leads to shingle deterioration and higher electric bills. Moreover, not only are these roofs unsightly, the presence of this fungus in such close proximity to a living environment can pose health concerns for those with allergy problems.

WHAT CAN BE DONE?

Fortunately, this problem can be eliminated. Using low pressure and environmentally safe Bay Area roof cleaning compounds, the fungus along with mildew and lichens can be dislodged and easily rinsed from the roof without damaging the integrity of the shingle. This is a relatively inexpensive procedure that can add years to your Bay Area roof. Once initially cleaned, an annual maintenance coating is recommended to prevent recurring growth.

If you are looking for a professional Bay Area roof cleaning contractor, then please call us today at (866)666-6761 or complete our online request form.

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Oakland, CA 94608
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Areas We Service in the Bay Area

Marin County, CA: Belvedere, Bolinas, Corte Madera, Dillon Beach, Dogtown, Fairfax, Inverness, Inverness Park, Kentfield, Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, Larkspur, Greenbrae, Marshall, Mill Valley, Strawberry, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, Muir Beach, Nicasio, Novato, Bel Marin Keys, Black Point-Green Point, Hamilton, Olema, Point Reyes Station, Ross, San Anselmo, Sleepy Hollow, San Geronimo, San Rafael, Lucas Valley-Marinwood, Las Gallinas, Santa Venetia, Terra Linda, Sausalito, Marin City, Stinson Beach, Tiburon, Tomales, Woodacre.

Contra Costa County: El Cerrito, Hercules, Pinole, Richmond, CA, San Pablo, Clayton, Concord, Danville, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, CA, San Ramon, Walnut Creek, Antioch, Brentwood, Oakley, Pittsburg, Bayview-Montalvin, Crockett, East Richmond Heights, El Sobrante, Kensington, North Richmond, Port Costa, Rodeo, Rollingwood, Tara Hills, Alamo, Blackhawk-Camino Tassajara, Canyon, Clyde, Diablo, Mountain View, Pacheco, Vine Hill, Waldon, Bay Point, Bethel Island, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen.

Napa County: American Canyon, Calistoga, Napa, St. Helena, Yountville, Aetna Springs, Angwin, Berryessa Highlands, Capell Valley, Chiles Valley, Circle Oaks, Deer Park, Dry Creek, Gordon Valley, Lokoya, Los Carneros, Moskowite Corner, Mt. Veeder, Oakville, Pope Valley, Rutherford, Soda Canyon, Spanish Flat, Vichy Springs.

Sonoma County: Cloverdale, Cotati, Healdsburg, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Windsor, Agua Caliente, Asti, Bloomfield, Bodega, Bodega Bay, Bodega Harbour, Boyes Hot Springs, Bridgehaven, Buena Vista, Cadwell, Camp Meeker, Carmet, Carneros, Cazadero, Cozzens Corners, Cunningham, Diamond A Ranch, Duncans Mills, El Verano, Eldridge, Fetters Hot Springs, -Agua Caliente, Forestville, Freestone, Fulton, The Geysers, Geyserville, Glen Ellen, Graton, Guerneville, Guernewood Park, Hacienda, Hessel, Jenner, Jimtown, Kellogg, Kenwood, Lakeville, Larkfield-Wikiup, Lytton, Mark West, Mark West Springs, Mercuryville, Mesa Grande, Mirabel Park, Mission Highlands, Monte Rio, Occidental, Penngrove, Rio Dell, Rio Nido, Rolands, Roseland, Salmon Creek, Schellville, Sea Ranch, Serena del Mar, Soda Springs, Temelec, Two Rock, Valley Ford, Venada, Vineburg.

Santa Cruz County: Capitola, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, Watsonville, Amesti, Aptos, Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, Ben Lomond, Bonny Doon, Boulder Creek, Brookdale, Corralitos, Davenport, Day Valley, Felton, Freedom, Interlaken, La Selva Beach, Live Oak, Mount Hermon, Opal Cliffs, Rio del Mar, Soquel, Pasatiempo, Twin Lakes.

San Benito County: Hollister, San Juan Bautista, Tres, Pinos, Aromas, Paicines, Ridgemark.

San Mateo County: Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, Woodside, Broadmoor, El Granada, Devonshire, Emerald Lake Hills, Highlands-Baywood Park, Highlands, La Honda, Loma Mar, Menlo Oaks, Montara, Moss Beach, North Fair Oaks, Pescadero, Princeton-by-the-Sea, San Gregorio, Sky Londa, West Menlo Park.

Santa Clara County: Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose, Alum Rock, Cambrian Park, Willow Glen, East San Jose, Alviso, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Sunnyvale, Buena Vista, Burbank, East Foothills, Fruitdale, Lexington Hills, Llagas-Uvas, Loyola, San Martin, Seven Trees, Stanford, Sunol-Midtown, Bell Station, Chemeketa Park, Casa Loma, Redwood Estates, Rucker, San Antonio.

Solano County: Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun City, Vacaville, Vallejo, Birds Landing, Collingsville, Cordelia, Elmira, Green Valley, Bucktown.