7 protect nearby shrubs and lawn with plastic tarps.
Roof moss solutions.
A pressure washer isn t a great way to prevent moss growth but it is an excellent solution for killing moss.
Power washing can damage shingles or get water under them.
Moss b ware is 99 percent zinc sulfate monohydrate a proven moss killer and moss deterrent.
In fact one way to prevent moss from growing in the first place is to attach zinc strips to the ridge of your roof.
This happens because moss and other contaminants can infest your roof and destroy it in a short amount of time.
Did you know that a 30 year roof in the pacific northwest lasts an average of only 18 years.
If it is safe to walk on your roof carefully use hand tools not power washing to remove moss leaves and needles from roofs.
Space between the strips.
It is perfect for moss with a shallow root so areas with a couple of inches on a hard surface such as sidewalks pavers or concrete.
You may want to hire someone to clean your roof for you.
Both of these methods cause damage to the roof by removing roof granuals.
How easy moss scraper attaches to a blower vacuum is shown below.
8 spray the cleaning solution onto the shingles using a garden sprayer.
5 continue installing zinc strips across length of roof end to end leaving a 1 8 in.
Easy moss scraper is a great alternative to power washing the roof or using a brush to remove moss.
A leaf blower or gentle sweeping can be helpful.