roof algae

Three Things you should know about Roof Cleaning

Roof cleaning is a really important, but often overlooked part of home maintenance. Because it is difficult to access, many people neglect to maintain their roof even if there are needed repairs. Even fewer people make the effort to proactively keep their roof clean. Consistent roof cleaning, however, can significantly increase the lifespan of your roof […]

Roof Cleaning

Why Choose Roof Cleaning Instead of a Roof Replacement If your roof is discolored or covered with moss and lichen, you might believe it’s time to replace your shingles. However, a professional roof cleaning is usually enough to correct the problem—and extend your roof’s life span by removing organic matter that can damage shingles over time. Kleen llc of […]

What are the Black Streaks on My Roof?

I hear it more and more lately.  What are the black streaks on my roof, and where did they come from? The black streaks that are showing up on more roofs in West Michigan is caused by Gloeocapsa Magma. Which is a tyoe of algea that loves to feed on the limestone in the shingles. The […]

Professional Roof Cleaning

WHY YOU NEED A PROFESSIONAL ROOF CLEANING Anywhere you live in Michigan, your roof has the potential to accumulate algae, moss and lichen.   These growths are caused by several factors including the filler in the asphalt shingles, moisture in the form of rain, snow and humidity, tree sap, leaf debris, and airborne spores. Roofs should be cleaned […]

Black Streaks on Roof

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.101″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|0px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_post_title categories=”off” comments=”off” featured_placement=”background” text_color=”light” text_background=”on” text_bg_color=”rgba(12,113,195,0.83)” _builder_version=”3.0.101″ text_orientation=”center”][/et_pb_post_title][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.101″]Here in West Michigan you’ve probably seen unsightly black streaks on asphalt shingle roofs. Some people think this is caused by an accumulation of dirt, mold or mildew, or defective shingles. The culprit that is actually causing the […]