Should I clean my roof shingles if the roof has physical damage on it?

• <div><p>You should not clean roof shingles if the roof has damage like missing shingles or low spots where water may accumulate. You should focus on <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-do-roof-repairs-cost.htm">repairing the roof</a> before any cleaning process occurs. If you notice roof damage as you’re climbing on the roof to clean it, stop immediately. Call a roofing pro to make repairs. Cleaning a roof that has damage could lead to pooling water or water damage to the roof decking. The roof cleaning process removes mold and mildew, making the roof look better. It is not going to fix physical damage, though.</p></div>

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Q: What does professional roof cleaning typically cost?

• <div><p>The cost depends on roof size, pitch, accessibility, and contamination extent. A steep roof or extensive moss growth may raise the price.</p></div>

Q: What maintenance does tile roofing require?

• <div><p>Inspect for cracks, clean debris regularly, and replace damaged tiles promptly to maintain performance.</p></div>

Q: What chemicals do you use for soft washing?

• <div><p>Soft washing chemicals typically consist of a mix of sodium hypochlorite (or a chemical component of bleach) and water. While sodium hypochlorite and bleach are often thought to be the same thing, there is one small but key difference between the two: sodium hypochlorite comes in powdered rather than liquid form, which means that it&rsquo;s also more concentrated and more effective from less product overall.</p></div>

Q: Should I remove icicles from my roof?

• <div><p>In most cases, it&rsquo;s a good idea to leave the icicles on your roof and wait for the warmer weather to melt them away naturally. You should only remove icicles if you believe they&rsquo;re heavy enough to cause damage to your home or anyone who enters it.</p></div>

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Last update on November 07, 2025

Reviewed in October 2022
Oct, 2022 Roof Replacement on House and Garage. I researched and reviewed all about Roofing at You Tube, This Old House, Books, etc. I was able to get 3 bids to compare. I am very Satisfied with the work done on my Roof. David Stewart (stormmasterroofs.com) was there to supervise the Roofing...
StormMaster Restoration/Roofing Joint Venture
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Reviewed in October 2017
Brian and his son were great. Great communication and punctuality. Repaired chimney with attention to historic details. End result looks great. Will use hi. Again.
Brian Philip Masonry
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Reviewed in June 2017
This is the second house we've had a roof replaced by The Roofing Dog. This time we only needed an attached garage re-roofed. They did not try to sell me a re-roof for the whole house even though it could've used it. I only wanted the garage done, and that's all they did. Great job on the...
The Roofing Dog
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Reviewed in February 2017
The crew of workers did a pretty good job and finished in good time. I am only giving them an overall mark of B for two reasons. First the clean up was not bad but I did find some things that were left on the roof that should have been removed. Second, when I climbed up on the roof I found two...
Bash Pepper Roofing Company
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Reviewed in April 2016
Eric Hess was extremely easy to work with and very professional. He was quick to come to my house and give me a detailed estimate for the work that was needed. He thoroughly explained the issues that I had in an easy to understand manner. Once they started work, he and his crew made sure to...
Hess Masonry Inc
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Reviewed in February 2015
Unfortunately, the deal didn't work out because they said that they didn't service hood vents and that they believe that snow and ice on the roof were causing the blockage. The provider only services fire places, chimney's, and water heaters. They were on time and helpful. I would use them in...
Hammond Fireplace & Chimney
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Reviewed in July 2014
Spectacularly badly. They start with a and quot;thoroughand quot; clean, where they are supposed to clean every inch. Baseboards, fingerprints on switchplates, wiping down window sills, you name it. This and quot;thoroughand quot; clean, in our 2300 square foot house, took 2 people about 2...
Merry Maids of Champaign, IL
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Reviewed in July 2013
Owner Bill Norman responded immediately to my call for an estimate for chimney repair; he came the same day to give an estimate. He examined the chimney, pointed out all the problem areas, and recommended the steps necessary to correct the problems. Also provided an estimated cost and time frame...
Bilbrix Masonry Concrete Repair Specialists
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Olde London Chimney Sweep Inc.

702 Heather Dr.

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702 Heather Dr.

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Olde London Chimney Sweep INC is located in Champaign, Illinois and has been family owned since 1978, providing quality service to its customers for decades. Our experts can keep you and your family safe doing sweeps and repairs. Our services include Inspections, Cleaning, Repairs, Relining, Caps, & Crowns, Animal Removal, Glass Doors, Gas logs and Electric units. We don't stop there either, we also provide quality Onsite Services, Residential, Service Calls, Commercial, Emergency Service and Estimates. We can help with: -Inspections -Cleaning -Repairs -Caps & Crowns Give us a call today and let us keep you safe!

A-1 Masonry

506 East Newtown St

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A-1 Masonry

506 East Newtown St

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A-1 Masonry specializes in Tuck pointing and Restoration, Chimney Rebuilds and Chimney Cleanings and Inspections. We do it all when it comes to Masonry. Mike Porzelius (owner) of A-1 Masonry is a third generation brick layer and mason contractor. Mike has been working in the trade since he was a little boy. Mike has completed a 4 year apprenticeship and graduated to become a Journeymen Bricklayer and now has owned his own successful business since 2004.

Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

You should not clean roof shingles if the roof has damage like missing shingles or low spots where water may accumulate. You should focus on repairing the roof before any cleaning process occurs. If you notice roof damage as you’re climbing on the roof to clean it, stop immediately. Call a roofing pro to make repairs. Cleaning a roof that has damage could lead to pooling water or water damage to the roof decking. The roof cleaning process removes mold and mildew, making the roof look better. It is not going to fix physical damage, though.

The cost depends on roof size, pitch, accessibility, and contamination extent. A steep roof or extensive moss growth may raise the price.

Inspect for cracks, clean debris regularly, and replace damaged tiles promptly to maintain performance.

Soft washing chemicals typically consist of a mix of sodium hypochlorite (or a chemical component of bleach) and water. While sodium hypochlorite and bleach are often thought to be the same thing, there is one small but key difference between the two: sodium hypochlorite comes in powdered rather than liquid form, which means that it’s also more concentrated and more effective from less product overall.

In most cases, it’s a good idea to leave the icicles on your roof and wait for the warmer weather to melt them away naturally. You should only remove icicles if you believe they’re heavy enough to cause damage to your home or anyone who enters it.

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