Can You Use Bleach To Kill Moss On Roof

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Can you use bleach to kill moss on roof.

Algae mold mildew moss and dirt are often attracted to shingles. The bleach will kill the algae or moss but rinsing won t necessarily leave the roof sparkling clean. Moss treated with bleach will die but it can return later. Make sure you wear waterproof gloves when you use the bleach.

What you don t hear about though is the damage that bleach can do and the long term effects of using bleach to remove moss from your roof. Leave the bleach solution on for 20 minutes then rinse off. Yes vinegar will kill the plants because vinegar is like acid. Chlorine bleach will do the job but it can damage or discolor certain types of roofing such as wooden shingles.

Never use undiluted bleach on your roof. If you want to use oxygen bleach to prolong the lifespan of your roof it will kill moss. So will detergent another common moss removal myth. Follow the directions on your container of oxygen bleach and mix the right amount of this powdered bleach with water.

Bleach can effectively clean roof shingles and remove even the toughest stains. Keeping roof shingles clean will not only enhance the overall look of your home but can also protect the shingles from damage caused by moss and mildew. The insurer should have told you that moss on the roof can cause the shingles to decay but that will take a long long time. According to tim carter author of the nationally syndicated column ask the builder bleach will kill the moss growing on your roof.

It s slower acting than chlorine bleach.