
Roof washing safely removes the black gloeocapsa algae streaks, moss and lichen that shorten shingle life. Our low-pressure soft wash is the exact method the ARMA and shingle manufacturers recommend for asphalt roofs, no walking granules loose, no high-pressure damage, just the specialized chemistry that clears staining and keeps it away for years.

Roof washing safely removes the black gloeocapsa algae streaks, moss and lichen that shorten shingle life. Our low-pressure soft wash is the exact method the ARMA and shingle manufacturers recommend for asphalt roofs, no walking granules loose, no high-pressure damage, just the specialized chemistry that clears staining and keeps it away for years. Every job is quoted upfront, backed by our satisfaction guarantee, and performed by our fully licensed and insured local team, call (812) 370-5072 for a free quote.
Roof washing from Elite Exteriors is a low-pressure soft wash service that safely removes the black gloeocapsa algae streaks, moss and lichen shortening the life of shingle and metal roofs across Floyd County and the Louisville metro. It is the exact method the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association recommends, no high pressure, no walking granules loose, just the specialized chemistry that clears the staining and prevents regrowth for years.
Left untreated, that black staining is not just cosmetic. Gloeocapsa magma is a living organism that feeds on the limestone filler in asphalt shingles, and moss holds moisture against the surface, both accelerate shingle failure and shorten roof lifespan. A single soft wash catches it early and buys the roof years of extra service life.
Every job starts with a roof assessment, pitch, condition, drainage direction, and the density of staining, moss and lichen. Landscaping is pre-wet and covered so nothing lands on plants or lawn. We then apply the manufacturer-approved soft wash mix at very low pressure, let the chemistry do the work, and gently rinse. Gutters and downspouts are flushed on the way out.
For roofs with heavy moss, a follow-up brush-off is often unnecessary, once the organism dies the moss releases and the next couple of rains carry it clean.
Most residential roof cleaning quotes in Southern Indiana fall between $400 and $900. The final number depends on roof size, pitch, story height and how heavy the staining is. We confirm the price on-site before any work begins, no surprises after the fact.
Roof washing pairs naturally with house washing and gutter cleaning, running all three services on the same visit is the fastest way to reset an exterior and usually costs less than booking each separately across the year.
We roof-wash across Floyds Knobs, New Albany, Jeffersonville, Clarksville, Sellersburg, Georgetown, Greenville and Charlestown. Wooded lots along Greenville and Georgetown hillsides see the heaviest moss loads; river-humidity zones in Jeffersonville and Charlestown see the fastest black-algae return.
Service area: Serving Floyds Knobs, New Albany, Georgetown, Clarksville, Jeffersonville, Sellersburg, Greenville, Charlestown and the surrounding Southern Indiana / Louisville metro area.
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We inspect roof condition, pitch and drainage, and identify staining, moss and lichen zones.
Plants, shrubs and flower beds are pre-wet and covered so the wash mix cannot reach them.
Low-pressure application of the manufacturer-approved soft wash mix lifts algae, moss and lichen without touching granules.
The roof is gently rinsed, gutters are flushed, and landscaping is watered down. Final walk-through with the homeowner.
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