Roof Algea Killer

Increase the amount of sun on your roof by trimming back overhanging branches.

Roof algea killer.

Another noteworthy feature of the gp66 is universality. Whenever it rains trace amounts of metals are washed down the roof inhibiting algae growth. 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. It s not just for roofs.

You must make the roof an unhealthy environment for spores. Bayer 2 in 1 algae and moss killer. Unlike zinc based moss killers this product is advertised as being non corrosive to metals. Copper is a natural biocide and it s safe.

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. When it rains a slight amount of zinc dissolves from the strips and coats the roof inhibiting algae and fungus. You cannot control whether the wind deposits spores onto your roof but you can prevent the spores from developing into algae. 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.

Attached near the peak of the roof. Rooftop moss and algae are very common especially if you live in an area with heavy rainfall and high humidity levels. This product will not stain concrete or other surfaces. Bayer 2 in 1 moss algae killer cleaner is a potassium soap of fatty acids and inert ingredients in liquid form.

Once the roof is clean you can hinder moss and algae growth by introducing copper onto the roof surface. A single application will control moss and algae on wood concrete and asphalt for several months to 1 year. 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. Garden hose spray attachment.

Zinc strips left have been used for many years as an algae preventative. 10 gallon garden sprayer. Copper is a naturally occurring element.