A shingle roof is an investment you want to protect against damage and heavy wear. Not only is a roof expensive, but it’s also crucial to keeping your home safe and comfortable. Understanding how to ...

Q: About algae on shingle roofs. ... Is there a best time or two during the year to apply a recommended cleaner with a garden sprayer? A: Although algae stains are unsightly, the stains do little to ...

Q: I have a newer asphalt shingle roof, but parts of it are covered with moss, lichens and algae. Is a pressure washer the best choice for cleaning roof shingles? Will it remove all of this growth?

Q: Lately I’ve noticed dark streaks on my roof shingles as well as other roofs in the neighborhood. The roof is about 12 years old and is in good condition. Can you tell me what the streaks are and if ...

QDEAR TIM: My roof needs cleaning. It's a newer asphalt shingle roof, but parts of it are covered with moss, lichens and algae. Is a pressure washer a good tool for cleaning roof shingles? Will it ...

Q - Our roof has dark streaks in various places even though there are no trees directly around our home; our neighbor says it needs to be cleaned. How would we clean the roof? The guy with his ...