Remove Moss From Roof | DIY | 2 Methods

This video will go through 2 easy methods for removing moss from a roof. The first method is with a wire brush and takes a little bit of work and nerves to get up on the roof. The second method is much easier and only requires spraying down the roof with a homemade mixture of cleaning chemicals.
I wish you could send me all your mossy pictures, but instead, drop a comment on how bad you've got it and how much one of these methods worked for you.
Just to say again, the bleach method will take a couple of weeks for the moss to actually die, turn yellow, and fall off. Occasionally you will need to go over it again with a 2nd spray as some of the moss will fall off and some of the hidden moss will be more accessible to spray again.
Thanks for watching and good luck with your moss removal on your roof!
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[@auntnatalie]

It is well that you are doing a video. You have a good modulation to your voice you talk at a speed where people can understand even take notes. You have good information you plan out what your videos going to be and you get into your video before a minute is done. Many of these things other people do not do and it’s most annoying. So thank you for having such a fantastic video.

[@milmil6594]

The bleach method i used before and it works great..Being elderly i bought a battery powered light pressure sprayer that holds two gallons of liquid..did the mix..the sprayer i bought has a telescopic wand so i didn't have to get up on the roof and could reach just from the ladder at the gutter line..The first time i tried this method i wasn't sure what the result would be and to my horror after a few days my roof looked awful as the moss was dying..but to my delight and after a few rains it returned to normal as it was only discolored from the dead moss and once it washed away it looked great..Not only did it clean up the moss but to this day which is about 5 years later the moss has never grown back..Thanks for this video for those who may not have known..The bleach method works 100% and don't worry if you get some discoloration it may or may not happen but if it does it will clear up after a couple of rains..it is only temporary until the moss falls away by wind or rain..

[@carolwilliams3224]

I agree. Have done it myself 🎉

[@dannydangelo762]

Great feedback , I'll give it a try . 👍

[@luistoledo4918]

Absolutely wonderful and EXCELLENT method for removing moss!!!!! Thank you!!!

[@Poor_Mans_DIY]

Great tips! I kind of liked the idea of the entire roof covered in moss. :-)

[@KellyConcepts]

Yea I mean it looks awesome! But it will start lifting the shingles after awhile and damage them. There's a ton of moss around the cabin that still looks cool lol

[@eamonregan7471]

Thanks for tips I am from Ireland

a different algae removal technique. beautiful.

[@grahamdrew1069]

Tried this solution on moss...it works.....the moss will stay there but it is dead and not clinging to the surface...car park in my case

[@shouldibehere]

Why would you use a metal wire brush on an asphalt shingle roof? Are you trying to destroy the shingles as fast as you can? Just use a broom. Something that isn't so aggressive.

[@AaaaNinja]

What about spraying it first to kill the moss, then should I be able to lift the moss with a soft bristle brush?

[@mikeyrodriguez9145]

As a roofer, this hurt to watch😬😂

[@Zeek800]

First….use a medium stiff bristle push broom without applying any pressure, just glide over the roof. You want to agitate the moss, get rid of some but not remove very much of the “ pebbles “ on the shingles. If you make your own moss soaker include a few tablespoons worth of a quality dish soap as well a# the water and bleach. Pick a day where the weather has been dry for a few days and 5he forecast is for at least 3-5 dry days afterwards. You want that moss to be thirsty so it absorbs all the liquid. Soak the area down really well. After a couple weeks, check the roof. If there’s still substantial moss remaining, apply the liquid method again. If you don’t get a good rain and wind in the next month or so, get up there with 5he hose has rinse everything off. Check your eavetroughs and the down spouts to remove any remains moss, dirt etc. Check the roof for moss regrowth again in a few months, more or less depending on how much has returned. Get if early next time.

[@toddbarnes8104]

Vinegar also kills moss and is less toxic.

[@TREBLEBOOSTER65]

Perfect for windows too

[@jasonx1720]

Nylon Path moss brushcutter . Zinc tape 😊

[@GraemeNoddyKennedy1990]

I have been cleaning roofs for 15 years always use a wire brush on concrete tiles only. Then apply a chemical call hypochlorite using a pressure sprayer. It will kill all moss and bacteria on your roof and bleach your tiles to a new state. 😉

[@mumbugme9043]

Would this be safe to spray on terracotta or clay roof tiles? Not sure which our's is, but they are terracotta-coloured.

[@alejandrojefferies1582]

Been cleaning roofs with wire brushes forever. Nothing wrong with using a wire brush.

[@GraemeNoddyKennedy1990]

@@mumbugme9043 yes terracotta tiles come up like a brand new

[@GraemeNoddyKennedy1990]

@@alejandrojefferies1582 got a good bit scar tissue on the old fingers from they wire brushes but by far the best way to go about it 😁

[@rtel123]

The bleach method apparently is recommended by shingle manufacturers, and works well. However, we can learn from someone i watched do it who did not realize how slippery bleach is! Word to the wise, walk backward while spraying, not forward. :)

[@askjeevescosby2928]

DONT USE A WIRE BRISH!!!! YOU WILL REMOVE GRIT OFF THE SHINGLE!!! USE A NYLON BRUSH, IT WONT DAMAGE THE SHINGLES.

[@mssavedin92]

never use a wire brush on asphalt shingles, when you remove the granules, you destroy the shingles....so it has been said on other vids by experts. Reason why I know this is because i did it and found out later why we shouldnt ever use that kind of force on those types of shingles. Peace

[@flexiblestrategist9922]

I was just about to state that until I saw your post. Use a nylon broom. That works

[@OneofMyTurns]

So lesson learned right?

[@mssavedin92]

@@OneofMyTurns also...never walk on the shingle caps..they break. I found that out too.

[@JustMe-mn4gr]

@@mssavedin92 You mean the ridge shingles and hip shingles? I just stepped on some of mine earlier 😯

[@mssavedin92]

@@JustMe-mn4gr oops...and yea, probably called ridge shingles.

[@askjeevescosby2928]

Isn't it better to spray first then remove the mossso the roots are dead and it just popps off in big clumps not leaving any surviving parts.

[@eddebatte9905]

The bleach doesn't stain the roof?

[@TREBLEBOOSTER65]

No it's called Soft washing

[@troy4219]

No to wire brush

[@OneofMyTurns]

No to pressure washers also!!

[@Tokelahoma405]

@@OneofMyTurnsvery low pressure like what he’s using is fine. It’s more for application purposes.

[@Zeek800]

Better off using a medium stiff floor push broom. Use very little pressure ( don’t lean into it ) . The goal is to agitate the moss you won’t and shouldn’t get rid of all of it with the brush.

[@michaelmilitello1033]

Will the bleach discolor shingles?

[@KellyConcepts]

No, in fact I’ve now upgraded to pool chlorine which is just bleach but 3x as potent as household bleach. Mix 1 part pool chlorine (12.5% bleach) with 1 part water, spray it on your roof, and watch it clean itself with little effort.

[@redstingraycorvette]

Will the bleach discolor the shingles

[@frankiethefish73]

It won't discolor the shingles themselves, but it will lighten any organic material that is still left on the shingles so there will be an overall lighter tone to the areas you've applied the bleach. Make sure you wear old clothes when you apply the bleach.

[@redstingraycorvette]

@@frankiethefish73 Thank you very much great info

[@apartamentywsercuwarszawy9978]

If you really wanna get rid off the moss, try the anti-moss tape from homemerce! Once for all!

[@macduff1699]

Wow I never thought about using a wire brush 😉 you joking pal really I'd rather line the ridge with copper and wait for it to take effect 😣

[@cliverobertson6277]

Yeah...!!!! Get on your roof ....😅

[@Eric-jx4ti]

What if u can’t get on the roof Bc it’s too steep

[@kevinedwards6093]

Ladder, safety harness, rope tied off … It may seem too difficult, but it can be done… I have a 10/12 pitch and do this … over 50 years…

[@funpupps]

a steep roof can do damage or kill you with one wrong step. Don't learn the hard way. Pay someone who does this job all the time.

[@Heinester]

Use granulated laundry soap to kill moss

[@marcusthemagnificent9902]

This guy has a nice delivery but I question what he says. I think that neither chlorine nor wire brushes should be used on your shingles.

[@ChrisWalterAquaManiac]

Have you considered using copper roof tape after cleaning the roof? It releases copper ions that create an invisible barrier, deterring moss and algae growth for years. You can google Anti-moss copper roof tape to find a good local supplier

[@reneeolsen8703]

Will bleach chance the color of your roof?

[@KellyConcepts]

no, in fact I'm actually now using a 1/1 ratio of pool chlorine and water. So 1 cup chlorine for 1 cup water. Pool chlorine is much cheaper and potent than regular house bleach. This works like a charm on siding, concrete, roofs, etc.

[@warrentrout]

NO! Exactly what NOT to do. No roofer will tell you to scrape the roof. It damages it. Blow off loose material and use a chemical de-moss such as zinc.

[@johntravis5362]

NEVER ever use a wire brush!

[@alejandrojefferies1582]

Get lost dude. Nobody cares about your opinion.

[@redrockdoc]

Wet and Forget is WORTHLESS !!!