What to do if your roof is covered in moss

If you’ve noticed that moss is growing on the roof of your commercial or business property, it is important that you respond promptly. 

After all, it can cause significant damage to your property if not removed or dealt with.

Why does moss grow on roofs?

Moss thrives in moist environments, which is why it’s so often found growing on roofs, especially in areas that experience high amounts of rainfall. Its growth is also accelerated by shade or a lack of sunlight, which could mean that it grows quickly in the autumn and winter months. 

If your property is surrounded by trees and vegetation, then debris such as leaves and sticks landing on your roof could also cause moss to grow.

However, regardless of the cause, it’s important the moss is removed as soon as possible to prevent potential damage.

What are the dangers of having moss on your roof?

Initially, having a little moss on your roof may not seem like a major issue. In fact, you may even like the way it looks. However, it can lead to a series of costly maintenance issues within your home, meaning it must be removed quickly and efficiently. 

For example, it will cause moisture to build up on the surface of your roof or in between individual tiles and shingles. This could lead to leaks, flooding, or even structural damage. Furthermore, if tiles are displaced, this exposes your home to the elements.

How to remove moss from your roof.

If you’ve noticed that moss is growing on any part of your remove, you should work to remove it as soon as possible. However, it’s important to note that this is not necessarily a task you should do independently. 

After all, it will require you to work at height in conditions that are not always optimal, especially if your property has a sloped or tilted roof. This puts your health and safety at risk and could lead to falls and injuries. Furthermore, specialist tools and equipment are often required to remove the moss from your roof.

This is because the roots of the moss may have grown underneath or in between tiles, making extraction tricky. It must be removed carefully, or a specialist treatment may need to be applied to kill the most before it is removed.

In any case, for the best results, it is important that you hire a professional to remove the moss on your behalf. This will also save you considerable time and energy.

Reach out today.

At Ambassador Window Cleaning, we’re on hand to help with the removal of moss from both commercial and residential roofs. We’ll work quickly and efficiently to support you throughout the process and are also on hand to answer any of your questions.

We support property owners throughout the North West and the surrounding areas, and no problem is too big or too small for us to fix.

Get in touch today to find out more or to request a free quote.