If you want to avoid damage to your roof here are some ways to prevent moss from growing on your roof from the start.
Penny to stop moss on roof.
You can cut strips of zinc flashing copper and lead work too and slide them under a course of roof shingles to kill lichen and moss growing there or you could just buy these premade strips from shingle shield.
The copper ridge is a unique product that is manufactured to prevent roof moss growth.
Use a scrub brush on a pole and push the brush down the roof surface to force the moss from the roof.
It can be used on all types of ridge tiles and is very discreet it can be seen from street level but doesn t draw attention.
If the moss covered portion of your roof rests above any plants consider covering them with a tarp to help prevent the bleach or moss killing agent from harming them as well.
Once the roof is clean you can hinder moss and algae growth by introducing copper onto the roof surface.
What sounds like an old wive s tale does have some science to back it up.
Work your way up to the roof ridge.
That water is sometimes leaked in between shingles and through the roof.
In the seams use the sharp edge of the scraper like a dental pick to force out the moss.
Copper is more toxic to moss and algae but zinc.
The premade ones are much quicker and probably neater looking.
Copper is a naturally occurring element.
Copper is a natural biocide and it s safe.
However don t bust open your piggy bank just yet.
The main issue with moss is that it soaks up all of the water it can.
If there are multiple roof planes with moss repeat the same process with each section starting at the bottom and working up.
Yes copper strips stop moss and algae growth.
Don t brush in an upward motion or you may damage the bond between layers of shingles.
Use the tool to gently lift away matted moss that has gathered on the flat sections of the shingles.
You may have heard the suggestion that putting pennies on the shadier parts of your roof can stave off frequent moss growth.
When it rains the chemicals in the copper will kill any growing seedlings on your roof.
It is fixed to the ridge line of the roof with screws and waterproof caps and will ensure a moss free roof for years to come.
