Is moss on your roof a problem?
Moss alone does not prove that your roof needs cleaning. Blocked drainage, a leak or a visible defect is worth having looked at; light growth on a sound roof may be left alone.
When is moss on a roof a problem?
Moss needs closer attention when it obstructs drainage or accompanies a leak or visible defect. Blocked drainage is the practical concern; appearance alone does not establish damage.
| What you notice | What to do next |
|---|---|
| Light moss, no drainage or other concern | Consider leaving the roof alone and observing it from the ground. |
| Overflowing gutter or fallen roof debris | Explain the symptom when you ask for a quote. |
| Leak or visible defect | Have the defect looked at; cleaning is not a leak repair. |
Before
Thick moss across the lower rows of clay plain tiles.
When can light moss be left alone?
Light moss may be left where the roof is sound and drainage works. Getting onto the roof or removing growth can itself cause damage. There is no automatic need to clean on a fixed calendar.
What should you look for on your roof from the ground?
Look for overflowing gutters, fallen debris and loose or missing tiles, watching your roof from a safe position on the ground. Photograph the concern if you can, without climbing onto the roof or lifting tiles.
- Note the gutter or roof edge where water overflows.
- Look for debris that has fallen to the ground.
- Point out a visibly loose or missing covering.
- Record whether the concern is a leak, moss or appearance.
When should you get a roof cleaning quote?
Get a roof cleaning quote when growth, drainage or a visible defect on your roof concerns you. Explain what you have noticed so the proposed work deals with that concern.
Your roof can be cleaned by Moss Men Surrey using manual moss removal or roof pressure washing (hot, low-pressure steam). The team checks your roof covering, its condition and access before recommending either method.
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What do customers say about moss cleared from their roof?
These reviews of moss cleared from a roof are from Moss Men's Google profile, quoted word for word. See all of Moss Men's Google reviews.
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I was recommended to the Moss Men and they completed a full roof clean/ gutters and biocide treatment on my house roof yesterday.
I have quite tricky access but it was all taken care of and I am so pleased with the results. There was a lot of moss as I live by a river..and it's all gone and looks revived. Dave is a lovely guy to deal with , very professional and everything was all cleaned up after.
I would highly recommend.Read Rosie Charlton's review on Google -
Brilliant service, professional and friendly, did a fantastic job of removing the moss and left leaving everything so clean and tidy. Would highly recommend.
Read Jackie Ellis's review on Google