Can you remove moss from a metal roof?

• <div><p>Moss grows in dark areas of roofs, including in corners and gutters. If left alone, it can grow under roofing and cause permanent damage. Here’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/moss-growing-my-roof.htm">how to remove moss from metal roofs</a>: </p><ul><li><p>Soak the moss to soften it</p></li><li><p>Scrub it away with a soft-bristled brush, or pick it off with your hands (be sure to wear gloves)</p></li><li><p>Use a moss remover that’s compatible with metal roofing, following the manufacturer’s directions</p></li><li><p>Remove dead moss and rinse the roof thoroughly</p></li><li><p>Prevent future moss growth by trimming branches, cleaning gutters, and attaching zinc strips to moss-prone areas</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Does a metal roof increase your home value?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/metal-roofing-facts-and-myths.htm">metal roof may increase your home value</a> by around $7,000 to $8,000, offering a (ROI) of 60% to 70% of installation costs. A metal roof’s longevity and durability can be a major selling point for prospective buyers—not having to think about roof replacement for the entire time you own your home is a big plus when buying a house. </p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2022
Excellent - the replacement and repairs were completed timely and finished product looks amazing.
Spartan Contracting
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Reviewed in January 2018
They fit us in right away and charged about the same as the building contractor, who had done other work for us, clean the chimney and replace the cap. As a result we had no draft at all. It was the wrong cap. Chimney Doctor sent us a certified professional. The new cap is correct for this...
Chimney Doctor
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Reviewed in February 2014
Troubleshooting mysterious water leak under the kitchen. Water coming out of the front door jam. Figured it out & repaired with the minimum of expense. Thank you, August West!
August West Construction
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Reviewed in November 2013
When we made contact, chimney sweeping went fine. However, we have called and emailed several times and Airstream Duct Cleaning simply does not respond. This is very frustrating and not good customer service. We will take our business elsewhere (if we can find another chimney sweep!).
Airstream Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in September 2013
Two person crew protected the surrounding area and cleaned the chimney as expected. The crew was friendly and inspected for any issues, none were noted. I would definitely recommend them and the price was great through Angie's List
Winston's Chimney Service
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Reviewed in March 2013
He was top notch and made it entirely painless. He took pictures on how bad chimney was and sent after pictures. He was extremely professional and very reasonably priced.
Euro Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are excellent. Most recently they did a repair. The circuit board fried and they replaced it.
Moore Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in September 2011
My car was having trouble starting and after taking it to another repair shop in town, I was told that nothing was wrong. I continued to have issues with my car starting and eventually took it to AA. The problem was diagnosed and estimated cost of repairs were given within a few hours. All...
A&A The Shop
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Chimney Repair questions, answered by experts

Moss grows in dark areas of roofs, including in corners and gutters. If left alone, it can grow under roofing and cause permanent damage. Here’s how to remove moss from metal roofs:

Soak the moss to soften it
Scrub it away with a soft-bristled brush, or pick it off with your hands (be sure to wear gloves)
Use a moss remover that’s compatible with metal roofing, following the manufacturer’s directions
Remove dead moss and rinse the roof thoroughly
Prevent future moss growth by trimming branches, cleaning gutters, and attaching zinc strips to moss-prone areas

The placement of snow guards depends on the individual roof, but typically snow guards are placed between 12 and 18 inches from the eaves, though they can be placed as close as six inches and as far as 24 inches from the eaves. A roofing professional can assess the roof and potential snow loads to determine the best placement.

A metal roof should hang over between 1 and 3 inches over the bottom edge of each roof slope. This helps keep dripping water away from your roof decking and fascia boards to reduce the risk of water damage. It also reduces the risk of longer overhangs bending under the weight of snow and ice.

A metal roof may increase your home value by around $7,000 to $8,000, offering a (ROI) of 60% to 70% of installation costs. A metal roof’s longevity and durability can be a major selling point for prospective buyers—not having to think about roof replacement for the entire time you own your home is a big plus when buying a house.

Repairs can typically be completed within a few hours, though larger projects requiring multiple layers or precise shaping may take longer.

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