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.
Roof algea killer.
Yes copper strips stop moss and algae growth.
Unlike zinc based moss killers this product is advertised as being non corrosive to metals.
Copper is a naturally occurring element.
Bayer 2 in 1 moss algae killer cleaner is a potassium soap of fatty acids and inert ingredients in liquid form.
A single application will control moss and algae on wood concrete and asphalt for several months to 1 year.
It s not just for roofs.
Attached near the peak of the roof.
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.
Once the roof is clean you can hinder moss and algae growth by introducing copper onto the roof surface.
Copper is a natural biocide and it s safe.
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.
Bayer 2 in 1 algae and moss killer.
Garden hose spray attachment.
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 must make the roof an unhealthy environment for spores.
Increase the amount of sun on your roof by trimming back overhanging branches.
Whenever it rains trace amounts of metals are washed down the roof inhibiting algae growth.
This product will not stain concrete or other surfaces.
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.
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.
Rooftop moss and algae are very common especially if you live in an area with heavy rainfall and high humidity levels.