Guide

How Often Should You Clean Your Roof in Florida?

Black streaks aren't just ugly, they're alive, and they're eating your roof.

The short answer

Most Florida roofs should be soft washed every 1-2 years; tree cover, north-facing slopes or nearby water mean sooner.

What the black streaks are

A blue-green algae (Gloeocapsa magma) that feeds on the limestone filler in shingles, holds moisture and raises attic temps.

Never pressure wash a roof

High pressure blasts away protective granules and can void your warranty. Soft washing is the manufacturer-recommended method.

Signs it's time

Black streaks, green or white lichen, moss in valleys, or dark patches that keep spreading.

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