Roof Cleaning in West Palm Beach
Roof cleaning in West Palm Beach usually costs $211 to $378, with an average near $287, according to HomeAdvisor. We clean tile, shingle, and metal roofs with a low pressure soft wash, never a high pressure blast.
Low Pressure Soft Wash Roof Cleaning
A soft wash sprays a cleaning mix onto the roof at low pressure. The mix kills the algae at the root, and a light rinse carries it off. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) recommends low pressure chemical cleaning for algae on shingles.
High pressure does the opposite of what you want. It can crack tiles, strip the granules that protect shingles, and knock loose the mortar under ridge caps. That can turn a cleaning bill into a repair bill.
Before we start, we wet the plants below the roofline. We rinse them again during the job and once more at the end.
What Causes Black Streaks on Florida Roofs
Those black streaks are almost always an algae called Gloeocapsa magma. It grows fastest on shaded and north facing slopes, and the heat and rain in West Palm Beach keep it going all year.
After a cleaning, it usually comes back in 12 to 24 months. Zinc or copper strips along the ridge slow it down, because rain washes small amounts of metal down the roof each time it falls.
Tile, Shingle, and Metal Roofs
Concrete and Clay Tile
Tile is common in western communities like Andros Isle and on the historic homes of El Cid. Tiles can crack under foot traffic, so we keep walking on the roof to a minimum and let the mix do the work.
Asphalt Shingle
Shingles get a gentle mix and no pressure. That keeps the protective granules in place.
Metal
Metal roofs clean easily but can be slick. We clean the panels and rinse the trim so no streaks are left behind.
Roof Cleaning Cost in West Palm Beach
HomeAdvisor lists roof cleaning West Palm Beach jobs at $211 to $378, with an average of $287. Your price depends on:
- The size of the roof and how steep it is
- Tile, shingle, or metal
- How heavy the algae growth is
- One story or two story access
Call us with your roof type, the size of your home, and how heavy the streaks look. We can often give you a price on the call, and some roofs need a quick visit to confirm.
Roofs We Clean Around West Palm Beach
Barrel Tile in El Cid and Flamingo Park
Many older homes in these historic districts have barrel tile. Old tile can be brittle, so we keep foot traffic off it and clean from ladders and the ground wherever we can.
Concrete Tile in Western Communities
Andros Isle and other communities west of the Florida Turnpike have concrete tile roofs. Concrete tile is porous, so algae grows into it, and a soft wash with the right dwell time is what gets it out.
Shingle Roofs Under Shade Trees
Northwood and other neighborhoods with big trees see black streaks return faster on shaded slopes. Trimming branches back from the roof lets it dry out and slows the regrowth.
What to Expect on Cleaning Day
- We walk around the house and note cracked tiles, loose gutters, and plants close to the walls.
- We wet the plants and bag the downspouts if needed.
- We apply the cleaning mix to the roof at low pressure and let it work.
- We rinse the roof edges, gutters, walls, and plants.
- We walk the property with you and take before and after photos.
Most streaks are gone the same day. Faint marks can keep fading over the next few rains as the dead algae washes off.
Please close your windows, move cars away from the roof edge, and keep pets inside while we work.
Roof Cleaning Questions
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Washing the walls too? See home exterior pressure washing and driveway pressure washing, or go back to all our services.
Talk to Us About Your Property
Call our team today, tell us what you need cleaned, and ask any questions about your property. We will walk you through your options and give you a free quote based on what you need.