Roof Algea Killer

Bioadvanced 2 in 1 moss and algae killer and cleaner is a fast acting moss algae and lichen killer for use on lawns roofs patios fences bark mulch and driveways.

Roof algea killer.

To keep the algae from coming back insert 6 inch wide strips of zinc or copper under the row of shingling closest to the roof peak leaving an inch or two of the lower edge exposed to the weather. You cannot control whether the wind deposits spores onto your roof but you can prevent the spores from developing into algae. Another noteworthy feature of the gp66 is universality. 10 gallon garden sprayer.

Copper is a natural biocide and it s safe. When it rains a slight amount of zinc dissolves from the strips and coats the roof inhibiting algae and fungus. Zinc strips left have been used for many years as an algae preventative. Roofs generally have a lot of metal in the form of vents gutters drains nails and cables so this can be a plus for most types of roof.

Copper is a naturally occurring element. Rooftop moss and algae are very common especially if you live in an area with heavy rainfall and high humidity levels. Increase the amount of sun on your roof by trimming back overhanging branches. It s not just for roofs.

That way whenever it rains some of the metal molecules will wash down the roof and kill any algae trying to regain a foothold on your shingles. Once the roof is clean you can hinder moss and algae growth by introducing copper onto the roof surface. Algae stains don t show up below the metal flashing around chimneys or roof vents because the copper and the zinc coating on galvanized sheet metal are toxic to algae. This product will not stain concrete or other surfaces.

Unlike zinc based moss killers this product is advertised as being non corrosive to metals. Yes copper strips stop moss and algae growth. The industrial grade roof cleaner does a really good job of getting rid of algae and lichen based residue which certainly makes it more capable than some of the other existing options. You must make the roof an unhealthy environment for spores.

Whenever it rains trace amounts of metals are washed down the roof inhibiting algae growth. A single application will control moss and algae on wood concrete and asphalt for several months to 1 year. Garden hose spray attachment.