Killearn Lakes Roof Cleaning for Homeowner’s Insurance
We recently had the pleasure of assisting a wonderful repeat customer in the beautiful Killearn Lakes neighborhood of Tallahassee, Florida. She reached out with an increasingly common and urgent request related to her homeowner’s insurance.
Our client was in the process of switching to a new insurance provider. As part of their underwriting process, the new company requested that her two-story home’s asphalt shingle roof be professionally cleaned before they would issue the policy.
This is a trend we are seeing more and more frequently in the Tallahassee, Florida area. Insurance companies are becoming stricter about property maintenance, and a roof covered in black streaks can be a major red flag for them. These streaks, caused by an algae called Gloeocapsa magma, not only look bad but can also contribute to the premature aging of your shingles by feeding on the limestone filler. To an underwriter, a stained roof can signal neglect or look like a roof that is at the end of its life.
For this Killearn Lakes home, the solution was clear. We performed a professional Soft Wash Roof Cleaning. This is the only method approved by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) to safely clean shingles. Unlike high-pressure washing, which can strip away protective granules and cause severe damage, our soft washing process uses algaecide cleaning solution and low-pressure water to gently eliminate the algae, moss, and lichen at their root.
The results were immediate and dramatic. The roof was restored to its original color, instantly boosting the home’s curb appeal. Most importantly, we were able to provide our customer with the detailed “before and after” pictures she needed to submit directly to her new insurance company, helping her successfully secure coverage.
If you’re a homeowner in Tallahassee, Florida, and your insurance company has sent you a letter requiring a roof cleaning, don’t panic. We are experienced in handling these specific requests and can provide a safe, effective cleaning that will satisfy your insurer and protect your investment.
Since 2012, Nick Loomis of Hot Water Pressure Washing has been a trusted expert in Tallahassee's exterior cleaning industry. With over a decade of experience, he's passionate about two things: delivering incredible results for his customers and finding innovative solutions to do the job right.
