Roof Power Washing in St. Louis, Done Safely with Soft Wash

Roof power washing is the term most people search, but high pressure strips granules off asphalt shingles and voids most roofing warranties. Prestige uses a soft wash instead. Low pressure and a cleaning solution kill the algae and moss at the root, so the roof stays clean for years rather than months.

Protecting Your St. Louis Home from the Top Down

The roof is the first line of defense against the weather; ongoing exposure to the weather conditions in the St. Louis area may have adverse effects. Over time, unappealing black streaks, moss, and algae not merely affect the beauty of your home but also cause a lot of damage, leading to costly repairs and potentially causing the roof to fail prematurely.

At Prestige Power Washing, we offer expert roof cleaning that restores the beauty of your roof while also extending its useful life. We are a locally-owned and operated family business that uses a proven soft-washing technique that is safe for your shingles yet powerful enough to destroy all foreign substances. We proudly service all the area homeowners in and around St. Louis, Eureka, Pacific, and Ballwin.

The Prestige Power Washing Difference: Safe & Effective Soft-Washing

Whereas high-pressure washing might harm sensitive shingles and void manufacturer warranties, our soft-wash system involves a soft low-pressure spray of specially formulated, environmentally friendly detergents. This technique has become the industry standard for safe and effective roofing cleanup.

Our process:

1. Detailed Inspection: We initiate a detailed inspection so that we may evaluate the nature and the condition of your roofing.
2. Safeguarding Precautions: We take great caution in covering your landscaping, plants, and any other surrounding areas before we begin work.
3. Soft-Wash Application: We utilize a mild, low-pressure spray to apply our non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning agents. Our solution breaks down and removes easily the algae, black streaks, mildew, and moss.
4. Gentle Rinse: We begin a gentle rinse using low pressure, thereby evacuating the gathered dead contaminants and restoring your roof to a sparkling look.

Roof Power Washing, Roof Pressure Cleaning and Soft Washing: What Is the Difference

People use these three terms to mean the same job, so it is worth separating them.

Roof pressure cleaning uses a high pressure stream to blast growth off the surface. It looks effective on day one. What you cannot see from the ground is the granule loss, and granules are what protect the shingle from UV. On an older roof it can also drive water up under the shingle course.

Roof power washing usually means the same thing with heated water. The heat helps on grease and on concrete. On a roof it adds nothing except more risk to the shingle.

Soft washing runs at roughly the pressure of a garden hose and does the work chemically instead. The solution kills the algae, the moss and the lichen at the root rather than knocking the visible part off. That is why a soft washed roof stays clean for years while a pressure cleaned roof is often streaked again by the following summer.

Those black streaks on St. Louis roofs are almost always Gloeocapsa magma, an algae that feeds on the limestone filler in asphalt shingles. Humid Missouri summers suit it. Killing it is a chemistry problem, not a pressure problem.

If someone quotes you roof pressure cleaning on an asphalt roof, ask what pressure they intend to run and check your shingle warranty first.

Why Roof Cleaning is an Essential Investment for Your St. Louis Home

• Extend Roof Lifespan & Prevent Damage: Algae and moss trap moisture, causing shingles to curl, crack, and lift. Our service removes this corrosive growth, helping you avoid premature and expensive roof replacement
• Increase Curb Appeal and Value of Residence: A properly kept and lively roof goes a long way in making your home look its absolute best, whether or not you are selling the home.
• Increase Energy Efficiency: Black streaks that commonly appear on roofs are a form of algae that heats up, causing your home to warm and your cooling expenses to soar. A shiny roof reflects the sun's light and keeps your home cooler while saving you money on energy.
• Preventing Leaks and Foundation Problems: Keeping your roof and gutters clean will help maintain proper water flow and drainage, thereby preventing leaks and protective your home's foundation from damage by water.

Services for All Roof Types

We have the expertise to safely clean a variety of roofing materials.

• Asphalt Shingles: We have a specially designed soft-wash system for gentle shingle surfaces.
• Metal Roofs: We eliminate dirt and oxidation, thereby restoring the original finish and shine.
• Tile and slate roofs: We use proven and gentle methods to clean these quality surfaces without causing any damage.

Why St. Louis Homeowners Trust Prestige Power Washing

• Community Knowledge: We are aware of the specific challenges of the St. Louis area and the way these affect your roof.
• Safety Comes First for Us: Our methods guarantee the security of your roofing as well as your family's, pets', and landscaping's. We are fully licensed and insured.
• Satisfaction Guaranteed: We want your complete satisfaction. We don't consider the work complete until your roof is clean.

Prepared for a Clean, Healthy Roof?

Don't wait until it's gone too far. Save your home's most important asset by having your roof professionally cleaned by the local experts here at Prestige Power Washing. 

Call us today at 314-580-9274 for a FREE, no-obligation quote!