cedar roof: to clean or not to clean

Cedar shakes&shingles; are a superior roofing material that add beauty to your home. Cedar is stable, light, and naturally decay resistant. Cedar roofs will last longer than most other roofing materials as long as they are regularly maintained. Black stains and colored splotches on a roof are a sign that the roof is in need of cleaning and maintenance. Those black stains on your roof are evidence of algae, fungi, lichen, mildew, and moss. The buildup of this organic material keeps the cedar from breathing properly causing it to deteriorate, eventually leaking&requiring replacement. However, if the organic material is removed before it has a chance to do damage, your roof will have the potential to last well beyond its manufacturer's warranty. With our proper cedar roof maintenance program, a cedar roof will last anywhere from 40 to 60 years. www.hometownroofcleaning.biz