What Is Soft Washing

Soft Washing Process

For the majority of roof types, soft washing is the recommended cleaning method. A soft wash is when a biodegradable cleaning solution or chemical is applied to the roof, working its way into all the crevices and undersides of shingles. The solution adheres and soaks into the roofing material, helping to dissolve built-up residue. It is then gently rinsed away with low water pressure, such as a garden hose, causing minimal runoff onto the ground below. Soft cleaning typically takes two to five hours to complete; you should soft wash your roof every one to two years and use caution. Please ensure your using the proper chemicals to prevent drying and damaging out your shingles and the roofs overall integrity.

Roof Pressure Cleaning

As a general rule, it is best to avoid pressure washers or otherwise high-pressure power washing on most types of roofs. With these methods, the water comes out too forcefully and can cause damage to both the surface and the underlying materials, such as tar paper, bull, flashing, vents, etc. The exceptions are roofs made with ceramic or concrete tiles, which may be sturdy enough to handle the force of pressure washing/ pressure cleaning. Before moving forward with this particular service, we recommend that you first check with the manufacturer to see what type of cleaning they suggest and to prevent any void in warranty.