Cumming, GA & Forsyth County

Those Black Streaks on Your Roof? That's Algae — and It Spreads

Roof soft washing kills algae, moss, and lichen safely — without high pressure that damages shingles or voids your warranty. Your roof looks new again.

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About This Service

Roof Soft Washing in Cumming, GA

Those dark streaks on your roof shingles are Gloeocapsa magma — a type of algae. Left alone, it spreads, feeds on your shingles, and shortens your roof's lifespan. Moss and lichen do even more structural damage over time.

The ARMA (Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association) recommends soft washing for shingle roofs — low pressure combined with proper cleaning solutions. That's exactly what we do. While we're on your property, many homeowners add our house soft washing services so the entire exterior gets cleaned in one visit. It's also a great time to clear your gutters with our gutter cleaning services — what's coming off your roof often ends up clogging them.

If you're preparing your home for sale, combining roof cleaning with driveway pressure washing services and exterior window cleaning services covers every angle buyers and appraisers look at. Roof cleaning is one of those jobs where doing it wrong costs you a new roof — we do it right.

We serve homeowners throughout Cumming, GA and all of Forsyth County. See all of our services on our homepage or call (470) 314-1564 for a same-day response.

What You Get
ARMA-recommended soft wash method
Won't void shingle warranty
Kills algae, moss & lichen
Free estimates
Fully insured
Safe for landscaping
Why It Matters

Key Benefits

Stops Shingle Deterioration

Algae feeds on limestone filler in asphalt shingles, eating away granules that protect against UV rays.

Extends Roof Life

A roof that would need replacement in 10 years can last 15–20 with proper maintenance. Far cheaper than a new roof.

Preserves Your Warranty

High-pressure washing damages shingles and voids most warranties. Soft washing is the approved method.

Improves Home Value

A stained roof makes buyers nervous and appraisers skeptical. A clean roof signals a maintained home.

Prevents Spread

Algae spreads from roof to roof on the wind. Cleaning yours helps stop the cycle.

Lower Energy Bills

Dark algae absorbs heat, making your home warmer in summer. Clean roofs reflect more sunlight.

Before & After

See the Difference

Real results from jobs we've completed around Cumming and Forsyth County.

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FAQs

Common Questions

Yes — that's why we don't use high pressure on roofs. Soft washing uses low pressure with cleaning solutions that kill algae without disturbing granules.
Yes. The ARMA specifically recommends low-pressure washing with appropriate cleaners — exactly what soft washing is.
Most residential roofs take 2–4 hours. Steep or complex roofs take longer.
We pre-wet all plants before applying solution and rinse thoroughly when done.
In Georgia's climate, typically 2–3 years after proper soft washing.
Yes, with adjusted technique and appropriate solutions for those materials.
Yes. Roof condition is one of the first things buyers and appraisers look at.
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