We discuss algae and occasionally fungal growth that discolors roof shingles.
Fungal growth on roof shingles.
Advice about roof cleaning methods.
Resist does not mean moss proof or lichens proof however for shingles subject to difficult conditions such as extensive shade under trees and lots of organic debris left on the roof surface.
When algae and fungus get together they form something new lichen.
Once on the roof lichen cannot easily be removed.
The standing water and humidity the rapidly growing spores and wood rot these are quick and fertile breeding places for mold.
How to remove mold from roof it s not difficult to remove mold from the shed roof.
How to identify prevent black algae growth and stains on roof surfaces.
Spray and forget is a new product that offers a long term solution to fungus problems.
Chemicals brushes washing power washing roofs.
Algae and occasionally fungal growth discolors roof shingles.
Just as easily mold and mildew follow.
Even if it dries out it can come back to life when rain or moisture appears.
Once it s off you also.
Lichen is a photosynthetic fungus that has roots that wrap around the granules feeding on the nutrients of the gm and the filler in the shingles.
This article explains methods for cleaning off and preventing future roof stains due to algae or black fungal growth or green algae on roof shingles the effects of these conditions and how to cure or prevent them.
Mold and mildew growth.
Though it is slow acting when compared to bleach solutions it can prevent mildew growth for years.
2 here are a few bleach free chemical treatments that can help keep fungus under control.