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Q: What are the best chemicals to use to clean a metal roof?

• <div><p>For the best chemicals to clean a metal roof, stick to gentle detergents such as dish soap, laundry detergent, or car-wash soap mixed in a diluted solution of &frac14; cup of soap to 1 gallon of water. These mild cleansers are safe for most roof finishes but are still strong enough to remove remaining dirt particles. Chemicals like bleach or acids can damage your roof, poison landscaping and grass, and pose a hazard to you and your family. If your roof is very dirty or you think it requires chemical cleaning, call a roof cleaning professional.</p></div>

Q: What is a flat roof suitable for?

• <div><p>Flat roofs are a solid option for people who want extra outdoor space. Flat roofs are very common in other parts of the world and only recently has the U.S. started to see the benefit in the increased space. Flat roofs are also easier to maintain and pose much less of a safety risk, which allows for more DIY work for handy homeowners. Some people also build green or living roofs that grow plant life. </p></div>

Q: How do I maintain a painted metal roof?

• <div><p>Regular cleaning, inspecting for peeling or rust, and reapplying coatings every 8-12 years helps maintain durability.</p></div>

Q: What is the fastest method for killing moss?

• <div><p>Iron, or ferrous sulfate, is one of the fastest methods for killing moss. As such, you&rsquo;ll find this ingredient in many lawn fertilizers and lawn killers. Vinegar is another solution for quickly killing moss. It takes just 15 to 20 minutes for vinegar to take effect. A harsher method is bleach, which also has a similar time frame for taking effect. </p></div>

Q: Is it possible for homeowners to clean roofs safely themselves?

• <div><p>While DIY cleaning is feasible, it's risky without proper equipment or experience. Hiring professionals ensures safety and effectively avoids damage.</p></div>

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Last update on November 15, 2025

Reviewed in September 2021
After being assured that I would receive an itemized estimate, this is what I got many days later: "Good evening Lori, This is the estimate for doing your siding, drywall in 3 rooms,plus hallway, tear two chimneys down and repair openings and repairs to porch the is going to be $22,000.00 Thank...
Armor Construction (Wright Roofing)
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Reviewed in February 2019
Very displeased with the lack of response from Mike Moser. He sounded like a nice guy on the phone when he reached out to us based on a request for some work we placed on HomeAdvisor and Angies List. He gave us a date/time to come and look at the job. The day arrived and he did not show or...
Moser Construction
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Reviewed in February 2014
It was an icy morning, yet the chimney sweep was on time at 7:30 in the morning. I called home from work and was confused as to why he was cleaning the chimney from the bottom up. He got on the phone said this was the case in many instances and I responded with, but the clog is up really high,...
Advance Chimney Sweeps Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
The owner was very quick to come out for an estimate. He showed us a portfolio of his work, explained in great detail the work to be done (including matching an existing roof just recently installed on our garage), materials to be used, proper flashing around chimney and various vents, etc. He...
The Home Wise Pros Roofing
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Reviewed in May 2012
Mr. Whipkey replaced thus shingles but did not nail clown some of the bottom row. He replaced the flashing but it leaks at adoymer. The chimney flashing was installed in properly. The ridge vent does not vent.
WHIPKEY CONSTRUCTION
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Spikes Chimney Sweep LLC

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Spikes Chimney Sweep LLC

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Customers say: Quality work

33 years of experience

We are a family owned & operated business in Reedsville, Wv. We have been open for about 21 years, we are licensed & insured. We will do our best in anything & everything to help you in whatever you need us to do. We promise to make your experience with us very personable.

Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

For the best chemicals to clean a metal roof, stick to gentle detergents such as dish soap, laundry detergent, or car-wash soap mixed in a diluted solution of ¼ cup of soap to 1 gallon of water. These mild cleansers are safe for most roof finishes but are still strong enough to remove remaining dirt particles. Chemicals like bleach or acids can damage your roof, poison landscaping and grass, and pose a hazard to you and your family. If your roof is very dirty or you think it requires chemical cleaning, call a roof cleaning professional.

Flat roofs are a solid option for people who want extra outdoor space. Flat roofs are very common in other parts of the world and only recently has the U.S. started to see the benefit in the increased space. Flat roofs are also easier to maintain and pose much less of a safety risk, which allows for more DIY work for handy homeowners. Some people also build green or living roofs that grow plant life.

Regular cleaning, inspecting for peeling or rust, and reapplying coatings every 8-12 years helps maintain durability.

Iron, or ferrous sulfate, is one of the fastest methods for killing moss. As such, you’ll find this ingredient in many lawn fertilizers and lawn killers. Vinegar is another solution for quickly killing moss. It takes just 15 to 20 minutes for vinegar to take effect. A harsher method is bleach, which also has a similar time frame for taking effect.

While DIY cleaning is feasible, it's risky without proper equipment or experience. Hiring professionals ensures safety and effectively avoids damage.

The Grafton, WV homeowners’ guide to chimney sweeping services

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