Roof Cleaning Little Rock Arkansas

A few things we thought you might like to know about having your Little Rock Arkansas roof cleaned.

What is on your roof?

Gleocapsa magma is normally referred to as an algae in that they are green but they are actually a species of cyanobacteria. There are other strains of blue-green algae that attack the surface of roofing materials but Gleocapsa magma is the most common.

These bacteria have a filament root system that will erode your roof while feeding off of the limestone filler in your shingles. This along with the acids in their waste and the heat created from roof darkening will cause your shingles to fail prematurely.

A 30 year shingle should not need to be replaced after only 10 years!

Roofs whether shingle, tile, slate, shake, membrane or metal will generally lose up to 50% of their service life due to infestation from micro organisms.

This loss of service life can cause the property owner tens of thousands of dollars in service and replacement costs.

How can your problem be solved?

These bacteria and algae must be treated with the proper combination of detergents and algaecides to ensure a 100% kill ratio. This cleaning will more closely resemble a pest control application.

Pressure washing your shingle roof is not the answer. It will not remove the roots and it will blast the spores deeper into the shingle only to grow back later. Not to mention the pressure alone will destroy your shingles.

Much like killing a weed, a treatment must be used to reach all the way to the root. Our Non Pressure roof cleaning system is the answer.

How long will this treatment last?

I normally ask my customers this question.

“How long did it take for your roof to get this way?” If your roof is 10 years old and it was year 8 before the algae stains began to appear then it is very likely that it will be that long before they return.

What is our Algae Free Guarantee?


When we clean your roof we guarantee that there will not be a trace of gleocapsa magma left, and no algae stains will return for at least two years. If so much as a spot returns before then we’ll be back to remove it.

Click here to learn about our Limited 5 Year Roof Cleaning Warranty

Who are we and why are we the right company to clean your roof?

We are a professional exterior cleaning company that is dedicated to giving you the absolute best results with as little headache as possible. We understand that you have more important things to do than deal with unreliable contractors. Consider it taken care of when you hire Arkansas Pro Wash to restore the beauty to your property. We are fully insured, carry an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and network nationally to keep up to date with the latest industry standards.



Arkansas Pro Wash is the right company to clean your roof.

We specialize in projects just like yours. Our crews who are based right here in Little Rock have cleaned numerous homes, businesses and multi-unit properties in central Arkansas, as well as, large commercial buildings and properties throughout the state for management companies and municipalities.



Why don't you give us a call right now 501-580-0223 and request your free roof cleaning estimate.

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Arkansas Pro Wash is a professional exterior cleaning company that is located in Little Rock Arkansas. We provide residential customers with roof cleaning and pressure washing services in central Arkansas. We also work for commercial property managers throughout the state.

If you have been wondering what it would take to make your property look like new call or text us at 501-580-0223.

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Why does my roof need cleaned?

Cleaning your Arkansas roof makes sense


According to Dr. Victor H Morgenroth, who is a semi-retired adjunct professor at UM;

the " dirt " on roofs could actually be causing illness. Here is an excerpt from an article that was written by Dr. Morgenroth.

Having your roof cleaned actually makes sense.

It isn't just aesthetics. While people like to say that dirty roofs lower a property's value and may make it hard to sell, the "dirt" on a roof actually shortens its life span and can even present a health hazard. Furthermore, the "dark stains" on a roof act as a sponge to absorb the sun's heat, which causes a rise in the temperature inside a home or building, creating higher air conditioning bills.

The dirt isn't just dust – It's alive. Some of the black or very dark roof stains are caused by a resilient type of algae, Gloeocapsa magma (a type of blue-green algae commonly found in climates with warm, humid summers). The algae grow in standing water, as well as in our lakes and ponds. The algal spores are carried to our roofs from the water sources by the wind and birds, and then from roof to roof where it grows and feeds on the limestone filler in asphalt shingles and the real dirt on tile roofs maybe in some cases the tiles themselves. Worse still, as the algae grow, they retain water and foster the growth of other roof inhabitants.

The black stains are also very likely to harbor a number of molds or fungi. Unlike algae the fungi on our roofs lacks chlorophyll. They are unable to manufacture food from raw materials. So, it must get nutrition from some form of organic matter. To thrive, these heterotrophs, who used to be called saprophytes, also require a warm, humid environment.

Fungi normally begin their life cycle as an airborne spore that settles on roofs, especially the asphalt-shingle ones. The spores on the northern exposure of the roof stand a better chance of survival because that portion of the roof is the last part to dry after a rain or morning dew. This raises the humidity on the surface of the shingle, thus creating a perfect feeding and breeding ground.

The tar used in roofing is fossilized, dead organic matter -- and an important food source for fungi. Asphalt, at the granule base, is normally consumed first. Once these granules dislodge, accelerated deterioration will occur. Ceramic granules represent the outer hard shell that protects against hail and other falling debris. Ceramic granules protect against damaging UV radiation and insulate the roof against extreme heat. So you can understand that their dislodgement by the growing fungal colonies can be detrimental to our roofs' longevity. Surprisingly, the blue-green algae are also food for the fungi.

While not all mold (fungi) and algae pose a health danger, some are harmful, especially for us older folks, younger children and people who suffer from asthma and respiratory problems. Their spores, which are on your roof, can get inside your home because they end up on the driveway and walkways from rain, and are easily tracked inside. They can even be drawn into our air conditioning systems and eventually populate our ducts.

Different mold species can have varying health effects, but it is important to remember that any excessive mold growth needs to be taken care of, regardless of the species. Any excessive mold growth can lead to increased allergies, toxicity, and house/building structural problems.