What Is Growing On My House?
If you've started noticing green or black splotches on your home, you've probably wondered what it is. These are a variety of organic growths that take residence on areas that get the right amount of moisture, sunlight, and shade. If they are on your siding or roof shingles, it is important to have them removed as soon as possible. To kill and wash away these containments, a reliable and detail-oriented pressure washing company is a must.
Without proper cleaning, these growths can harm your property, your family, and yourself. Let's break down the different types of growths you can find on your outdoor surfaces.
Algae
Black Streaks. The flat black streaks on your outdoor surfaces, usually roofs, are most typically a type of algae called gloeocapsa magma. These microorganisms love warm and humid environments and can be found growing on surfaces in these climates year-round. This means trouble for our Kennesaw clients, as they can always expect to find it growing on their roofs at some point. These algae will eat away at the material and grows on and degrade it sooner than expected. Luckily, pressure washing easily combats these containments.
Green Streaks. This is usually another type of algae that like to grow on shadier areas, like on vertical surfaces that only receive a certain amount of sunlight throughout the day. These are most noticeable when they grow on light or white vinyl siding. Like black algae, this algae eats away at the substance beneath it and can cause premature deterioration, but it is also highly treatable with pressure washing.
Moss
Everyone knows that soft, cushy green plant that grows in shady places. Unfortunately, it is very damaging to exterior surfaces, especially roofs. Moss has been known to lift and curl roof shingles, allowing water to seep under. Pressure washing is an easy solution to this.
Lichen
Lichen causes the same type of damage as moss, but its appearance is more spiked, and usually a lighter green in color. It is also easily treatable through pressure washing like moss is.
Mold
Mold is like a silent killer, and it can often be mistaken for algae. In general, mold can usually appear "fuzzy" and in splotches rather than streaks. Having mold on your outdoor surfaces can cause respiratory problems within your family, so it is important to schedule regular pressure washing services like house washing to keep it from spreading.
Schedule a pressure washing service with Veteran Pro Power Washing LLC today in order to reduce harm to both your property and your family.