How To Clean Cedar Roof

One of the first steps in cedar roof maintenance is to clean it of any debris.

How to clean cedar roof.

To clean your cedar you will need a mix of the appropriate cleaning solution and water. A soft wash also known as a non pressure wash is where you take low pressure water and spray down a surface. Prepare enough of the mixture to cover the entire roof. Use a 12 volt pump system with pressure of about 60 psi.

Cedar shingles can be easily damaged or torn loose by high pressure cleaning equipment. In addition they have the potential to retain moisture which will allow dow wood destroying fungus to begin growing. This kind of debris can make it harder for any water runoff of the roof. The cedar bureau recommends using a solution of 1 part bleach to 3 parts water.

This includes things like fallen leaves conifer needles mosses and lichens. Avoid holding the nozzle of your cleaning rod near your shingles and apply the spray from above the shingles rather than from below. This is important as standard high pressure power washes might damage cedar shingles. Step 3 cleaning with a liquid cleaner.

Conduct a soft wash on your roof. Attach the sprayer to a machine and take it onto your roof. Apply it with a pump sprayerlet it sit for about 15 minutes before rinsing it off with with a garden hose. Cleaning away the age is the first step in caring for cedar shingles.