Elite Soft WashRoof Cleaning & Soft Washing That Removes Black Streaks, Without Damaging a Shingle
Those black streaks running down your roof aren't dirt. They're algae, and they're literally eating the limestone in your shingles. Left alone, they shorten your roof's life and make your whole house look neglected. Elite Soft Wash removes them completely using the soft wash method recommended by shingle manufacturers: no pressure washer ever touches your roof.
Never Pressure Wash a Roof
Pressure washing strips the protective granules off asphalt shingles and voids most manufacturer warranties. Our soft wash system applies a detergent solution at roughly the pressure of a garden hose. It kills the algae, moss, and lichen at the root. The streaks fade immediately and the growth doesn't come back for years.
What We Treat
- Asphalt and architectural shingles
- Black algae streaks
- Moss and lichen colonies
- Cedar shake and slate (specialty rates)
- Roof valleys and shaded slopes where growth starts first
Our Process
- 1
Inspection & firm quote. We check shingle condition and growth severity first. If your roof has an issue a cleaning won't fix, we'll tell you.
- 2
Ground protection. Gutters, downspouts, and landscaping get protected and rinsed throughout the job.
- 3
Soft wash application. Applied from the roofline, never walked on unless necessary.
- 4
Results. Streaks vanish immediately; heavy moss browns and detaches naturally over 2-6 weeks. Pulling it off would damage shingles.
The Proof
Before & After
Real results from real DMV jobs. No filters, no tricks.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Will roof cleaning damage my shingles?
No. Soft washing is the method recommended by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association. It's pressure washing that damages shingles. Which is exactly why we don't do it on roofs.
How long do results last?
Typically 3-5 years, versus 1-2 for pressure washing, because we kill the algae rather than just rinsing the surface.
Why does moss stay on the roof after cleaning?
The treatment kills moss on contact, but scraping it off tears shingle granules. Dead moss releases and washes away naturally over a few weeks.
How much does roof cleaning cost in Maryland?
Most homes fall between $400 and $900 depending on size, pitch, and growth. Far cheaper than the years of roof life the algae is costing you.
Is it safe for my gutters and plants?
Yes. We manage runoff and rinse landscaping during the entire treatment.
Stop letting algae eat your roof. Get your free roof cleaning quote today.
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