In our experience here at SoftWash Systems, the most well-known method of exterior cleaning is pressure washing. However, even if pressure washing is the most popular technique, it is not the best choice for all applications—for example, it is a poor choice for cleaning residential roofs, as the high water pressure can damage the shingles.
In this article, our team will go over a few reasons why our soft washing services are the best choice for residential roof cleaning.
- Damage Prevention – First, soft washing prevents roof damage in two ways. As we mentioned above, soft washing uses a lower level of water pressure than pressure washing, which makes it gentler on shingles and therefore minimally likely to damage them. In addition, soft washing uses a specialized cleaning solution to eliminate contaminants such as mildew, algae, and mold, preventing them from damaging your roof over time.
- Thorough Results – The second reason why we encourage you to use soft washing for your residential roof cleaning needs is because this method produces more thorough results. When contaminants like mildew and algae build up on your roof, they trap dirt particles within themselves, causing your roof to become even dirtier. Soft washing targets these organisms, eliminating the root cause of staining, which results in a more complete and longer-lasting clean.
- Improved Efficiency – Lastly, using soft washing for your residential roof cleaning needs will help maximize your home’s energy efficiency and reduce your cooling costs. A dirty roof becomes darker in color, which causes it to absorb more heat from the sun. This in turn drives up your cooling costs, since your HVAC system has to use more energy to bring the indoor temperature back down. Because our soft washing services get your roof spotlessly clean and keep it clean for much longer than other methods do, they will keep passive heat gain to a minimum as well.