Removing Moss From Clay Roof Tiles

Moss can be removed from roof tiles by gently brushing it off if the growth is not too severe.

Removing moss from clay roof tiles.

The chemical will flow over the clay tiles as well as under them to the base of the roof. Before cleaning the roof tiles one uses a high pressure cleaner with a dirt blaster. It is not recommended to remove moss by pressure washing as this can force water into the roof space particularly if sprayed upward from ground level. You can also attach a soft bristle brush to a long extendable pole if you have one so you can reach a lot further.

Because of the rotary motion of the dirt blaster and the strength with which the water is sprayed onto the roof tile mosses and algae will be removed easily. When moss grows in under and around your roof tiles it actually acts as a filler. This will remove all the moss and lichen as well as any built up dirt. Give the anti moss spray time to do its job and then use the high pressure cleaner to wash the tiles down.

Try using a long handled brush and be careful when walking atop your roof. Aim for the top of the roof and spray the entire length of the roof. Most roof cleaning products require at least 20 minutes for it to absorb into the moss. Packing out any gaps and plugging the spaces.

Turn the pressure washer down to low and spray the entire clay tile roof. Do not brush up the roof as you might break the bond between shingle layers. Avoid pressure washing your roof to remove moss as this could cause damage to the tiles and lead to the drenching of your roof interior. This is done from top to bottom in order to avoid water under the tiles.

Then use a long handled soft bristle scrub brush to remove the moss from the roof scrubbing from the top down to avoid lifting. Moss is quite easy to remove from a roof. Spraying moss with a toxic wash a toxic wash solution can be used to wash the roof although care must be taken as the solution can be harmful to plants and animals. Continue spraying across the one side.

Moss can also be removed by using a stiff brush and some water to aid it. Hose off the area with plain water spraying at a downward angle. Destroy the moss and those tiles that were. However there is more than one way to remove moss from your roof tiles.

Whilst a mossy roof might not be aesthetically pleasing you could end up in a lot more trouble should you decide to remove the spongy green invader from your roof tiles. Note how the moss typically starts to grow at the top of the vertical slots between shingles.