Moss On Roof Damage

Once moss is removed there are less blockages and your gutters work more efficiently.

Moss on roof damage.

When roof moss gets thick enough that it crowds out the shingles and creates decay there is no turning back. Mostly your gutters require less maintenance. Moss algae and lichens are all different types of growth that can be found on your roof. While it does give a house a fairy tale hobbit like look moss contributes nothing else to a roof.

As a rule of thumb professionally removing moss will cost about 5 of what it would take to replace your roof altogether. However the greatest benefit of moss removal is on the gutters. Apply a storebought or diy cleaning solution to remove the moss. Moss can damage a roof weakening its structural integrity and resulting in costly repairs that would not be necessary if the roof were brushed clear of moss.

At that point the roof must be replaced. The high powered water jets can damage shingles and remove the shingle granules that protect the roof. In fact if moss is left unchecked it can lead to serious damage to your home. Moss is a bryophyte that develops from water based plants.

Moss alone cannot damage the tiles. The cost depends on the size of your roof the amount of moss and the labor rates in your area.