Serving Orlando, Lake Nona, St. Cloud and Kissimmee
Roof Cleaning & Soft Washing in Orlando, FL
Remove black streaks, algae and mildew from your roof safely, with a low-pressure soft-washing method that protects your shingles, tiles and landscaping.
Those dark streaks running down so many Central Florida roofs are usually not dirt. They are algae, often Gloeocapsa magma, that feeds on roofing materials and thrives in our heat and humidity. Left alone, the growth spreads, holds moisture against the roof and can make a well-kept home look neglected.
High-pressure washing is the wrong tool for a roof. It can strip the protective granules from asphalt shingles, crack or erode tiles and force water where it does not belong. That is why Splash & Shine cleans roofs with soft washing.
What is roof soft washing?
Soft washing uses low pressure, similar to a garden hose, together with a professional cleaning solution designed to kill algae, mold, mildew and lichen at the root. The solution does the work, not the pressure. After it has had time to work, we rinse gently.
Because the growth is treated instead of just blasted off the surface, a soft-washed roof stays clean longer than one that has been pressure washed.
How we do it
- 1
Walk-through
We inspect the roof and property, note any existing damage, close windows and move items away from the work area.
- 2
Protect plants
We water your plants, shrubs and grass thoroughly before we start.
- 3
Low-pressure application
We apply the cleaning solution from the ground or roof using low pressure. No shingle-damaging blasting.
- 4
Dwell and rinse
The solution works on the growth, then we rinse the roof, walls and plants with fresh water.
- 5
Final check
We walk the property with you. Ask for before and after drone photos to see the whole roof.
Plant protection on every job
Your landscaping matters as much as your roof. We protect it at every stage:
- 1Before
We thoroughly water plants, shrubs and grass around the work area so they are saturated and protected.
- 2During
We keep plants rinsed while we work, cover delicate ones where needed, and control run-off.
- 3After
We rinse everything again with fresh water before we leave, so no cleaning solution sits on your landscaping.
Before & after drone photography
Roofs are hard to see from the ground. Ask for drone photos and we will capture your roof from above before and after cleaning, so you can see the full result for yourself.
Real Splash & Shine projects
Roof Cleaning before & after
Project photos coming soon
Photos of our roof cleaning work are coming soon. In the meantime, see finished driveway, paver and natural stone projects in our gallery.
Roof Cleaning questions
Will soft washing damage my roof?
No. Soft washing uses low pressure, so it does not strip shingle granules or crack tiles the way high-pressure washing can. The cleaning solution does the work.
Is roof cleaning safe for my plants and pets?
We water plants before, during and after cleaning, rinse thoroughly when we finish and control run-off. We ask that pets stay inside while we work, and they can go back out once everything is rinsed and dry.
How long does a roof stay clean?
It depends on shade, trees and the roof material, but because soft washing kills the growth at the root, results last much longer than pressure washing. Many Central Florida homeowners schedule roof cleaning every few years.
Do I need to be home?
Not necessarily. We need access to an outdoor water spigot and the areas around the house. We will confirm the details with you when we schedule.
My HOA sent me a notice about my roof. Can you help?
Yes. Roof streaks are one of the most common reasons for HOA notices in Central Florida. Request an estimate and let us know your deadline.
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