Soft Washing
Remove moss and unsightly lichens with a roof soft washing service
Soft Washing
M.R Cleaning Service offer soft wash solutions for commercial and domestic clients in Carlow and Waterford as well as areas in the South East including Wexford, Kilkenny and Laois.
We understand that maintaining and improving the exterior of your property is something our customers take great pride in. Our team of experts ensure appropriate measures are taken for every surface in order to achieve outstanding results.
Our soft wash solutions tackle contaminants such as:
Our soft wash solutions tackle contaminants such as:
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Black fungus
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Green algae
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Lichen
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Moss
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Red algae
M.R Cleaning Service use a specialist biocide solution which is applied to the exterior surfaces of your property via an extendable water fed pole and soft brush system.
A soapy lather is created which gently cleans while also puncturing the cell walls of the algae and fungi that have led to the discolouration of your home or business.
The quick acting product kills algae within minutes of application. Green algae and red algae die quickly but can attract black fungus if left untreated, which produces a stain that will take much longer to disappear.
Soft Washing Is Suitable For The Following Surfaces
Soft Washing Is Suitable For The Following Surfaces
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Concrete
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Driveways
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K-Rend
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Masonry
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Painted Surfaces
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Paths
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Patios
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Pebble dash
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Roofs
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Sandstone
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Tarmac
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Walls
What Is Red Algae?
Red algae is a form of green algae that gets its red colour from large quantities of carotenoids.
Red algae thrives on damp, porous surfaces. Left unchecked, they will multiply and combine with fungus to form lichens if the conditions are right.
What Is Green Algae?
Green algae is the term given to a large group of ancient and rudimentary plants. Sheltered damp areas offers green algae a perfect environment to thrive in.
Algae are capable of photosynthesis and produce sugars that other biomass live on. We remove this food source by killing the algae.
What Are Lichens?
Lichens are a combination of a fungus and an algae living together in a mutually beneficial way. The algae provides sugar and the fungus provides protection from the heat and light.
Lichens can grow on any surface and are typically yellow or white in colour. Surfaces on which lichens are growing on can be dissolved as a result of acids they produce.
What Is Fungus?
Fungus is most commonly seen on buildings as black or very dark staining. Fungus is most prevalent in areas which keep wetter for longer such as leaking downpipes or overflowing gutters.
The dark colour is from melanin which helps to protect the fungus from the sun’s harmful ultra violet rays. Black staining can take several months to clear in very severe cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I am looking for professionals in soft wash roof cleaning near me. What is your catchment area?
M.R Cleaning are available to commercial and domestic clients in Carlow and Waterford as well as areas in the South East including Wexford, Kilkenny and Laois. Arrange a consultation with us today.
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What are your soft wash roof cleaning prices?
Pricing will vary from property to property according to its scale and condition. Get in touch with us to discuss your exact requirements for accurate pricing.