Your roof is probably one of the most important structural elements of your home or business. In fact, we’d go so far as saying that it is the most important of all. But it is also the most neglected structure if our vast experience is anything to go by. One of our professional cleaning services at Tailored Property Services is a roof clean, and many of the people who ask us to do it for them say it’s the first time they’ve ever requested such a service. It just goes to show that the average roof is ignored, especially in comparison to other house maintenance services, and that can have very detrimental effects in the long run.
When left uncleaned, organic matter like moss, mildew and lichen can play havoc on a roof’s structural integrity. These things can seriously damage your roof by growing in, under and around your paintwork, as well as the seals and joints on your roof, be it metal or tile. This can create unwanted gaps, movement and a loss of paint and seals. Left untreated, organic material on your roof will result in leaks and lead to further growth of these unwanted spores. This can be particularly damaging on asphalt and limestone shingles, where ceilings and walls can be exposed to potential moisture damage. The repair job can be complex and expensive, so prevention is very much better than the cure in this case.
With constant exposure to Auckland’s sometimes-harsh weather conditions, your roof can become very dirty over time. Plus uninhibited and continued growth of moss, mould and lichen can add to that unsightly picture. That’s another very good reason to contact us and ask for a roof clean for your residential property or your commercial premises. The roof is one of the biggest structures at your home and business, and one of the first things anyone will notice about your place. When it is dirty and tatty, it will bring down the appearance of the rest of your property, and reduce the street appeal to the maximum degree. So, for the sake of appearances alone, get in touch with us sooner rather than later. A clean roof will not only look appealing, but it will function better as well, so it’s a call well worth making!
