Moss On The Roof Tiles

Leaves and other foliage that collect in your gutters.

Moss on the roof tiles.

It looks like a little patch of grass or maybe a really big patch if you ve let it go for a while. While moss doesn t have real roots it has tiny protrusions that look like roots and it will form its own soil by collecting dirt and debris from the air. Moss is probably the easiest growth on your roof to identify. Keep your trees well trimmed to lessen the debris that falls onto your rooftop.

Inspect the roof for areas that have been damaged by moss. When rain finds its way into the roofing structure that s when decay and rot sets in. Moss can grow quite quickly and it will grow in between roof tiles filling in the voids and lifting up roof tiles and slates. Use the round filed knife to cut moss under the shingles by inserting it under the edge of the shingle gently to avoid damaging the roof shingle.

Ultimately moss growth on a roof can result in costly repairs and can also reduce the lifespan of your roof. Moss growing under roof slate and tiles can push the slate out of position allowing rainwater to seep into the roof structure. Carefully place a ladder near the area of moss growth and don slip resistant shoes old clothes rubber gloves and eye. Run the edge of the knife along the edge of the roof to remove the edge seal of moss on the shingle.