Asphalt Moss Removal
Moss, it's everywhere, on the roads, on buildings and homes, even on your sidewalks, so what is this nuisance? Moss is a small plant without roots. The tiny leaves release spores that travel through the air and then attach to a surface with ideal breeding conditions, typically an area with damp, moist air and shady or overcast conditions. This is what makes the Northwest portion of the country the perfect environment. Moss is relatively easy to remove from many surfaces except for asphalt. When dealing with this, asphalt moss removal is a little tricky.
Moss on asphalt roads is a dangerous combination. Not only is the green growth somewhat unattractive, but it is also slick when wet. Many homes around the area have asphalt driveways that become covered with this wide spreading annoyance, left untreated, the material breaks down, depreciating the value of the property. Many homes also have asphalt shingle roofs. Given the climate and abundance of tall trees that provide plenty of shade, moss readily becomes an issue for many homeowners. So how do you remove this plant from an asphalt surface? There are a few ways that work quite well.
An asphalt surface such as roads and driveways responds well to a chemical applied with a spray-on technique. The chemical is environment-friendly yet kills the moss spores, preventing the spread of spores. The surface is then vigorously scrubbed with a stiff brush, and any residue removed from the surface. Applying another coating of anti-moss solution proves effective in preventing future appearances.
Removing moss from an asphalt roof is done in a similar way, The first step is removing the first appearance of growth, with a busy lifestyle and the roof being out of normal eye range, this seldom happens, and the roof usually falls victim to denser mounds of growth. When a roof develops moss, treatment includes applying a moss killing chemical and pressure washing with a shingle friendly PSI spray. It is important to stop the growth of moss on a roof and prevent extensive damage to shingles. Once the moss grows under the shingles, the shingles become loose or dislodged, allowing moisture from rain to enter the home.
Your home or business benefits from asphalt moss removal by making the surfaces safer for all and restoring the appearance of the property. To prevent moss, take small steps that eliminate the ideal growing conditions. Remove any objects such as plants or trees that provide shade and apply an anti-moss formula. By taking action to prevent future growth, you reduce future problems and save yourself from unneeded repair costs.
Moss on asphalt roads is a dangerous combination. Not only is the green growth somewhat unattractive, but it is also slick when wet. Many homes around the area have asphalt driveways that become covered with this wide spreading annoyance, left untreated, the material breaks down, depreciating the value of the property. Many homes also have asphalt shingle roofs. Given the climate and abundance of tall trees that provide plenty of shade, moss readily becomes an issue for many homeowners. So how do you remove this plant from an asphalt surface? There are a few ways that work quite well.
An asphalt surface such as roads and driveways responds well to a chemical applied with a spray-on technique. The chemical is environment-friendly yet kills the moss spores, preventing the spread of spores. The surface is then vigorously scrubbed with a stiff brush, and any residue removed from the surface. Applying another coating of anti-moss solution proves effective in preventing future appearances.
Removing moss from an asphalt roof is done in a similar way, The first step is removing the first appearance of growth, with a busy lifestyle and the roof being out of normal eye range, this seldom happens, and the roof usually falls victim to denser mounds of growth. When a roof develops moss, treatment includes applying a moss killing chemical and pressure washing with a shingle friendly PSI spray. It is important to stop the growth of moss on a roof and prevent extensive damage to shingles. Once the moss grows under the shingles, the shingles become loose or dislodged, allowing moisture from rain to enter the home.
Your home or business benefits from asphalt moss removal by making the surfaces safer for all and restoring the appearance of the property. To prevent moss, take small steps that eliminate the ideal growing conditions. Remove any objects such as plants or trees that provide shade and apply an anti-moss formula. By taking action to prevent future growth, you reduce future problems and save yourself from unneeded repair costs.
