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Roof Moss: Treatment and Removal

Roof Moss RemovalNew for 2014!

We now feature roof moss treatment and removal at LangleyWindowCleaning.com.  Removing moss from a roof is extremely hard work, yet the results can be nothing short of amazing after you see the difference.

You can see how to remove moss from a roof in this video I made on location in 2014 in Langley, BC, Canada.

We Live in a Rain Forest

If you live in Greater Vancouver area, you know how much it rains here and what a favorable environment we have for moss growth; especially on the north side of a roof!

We are always working on improving our removal process so as to do no harm to your roof.  In fact, having it removed properly can extend the life of your roof.

Depending on your location, your house may be a little more prone to moss growth, especially if you have trees nearby.  It’s best to not let it get too out of hand, so we recommend having your roof treated once a year to keep things under control.

In really extreme cases, we can also gently clean roofs as shown in the above video.  We can access most gentle pitched roofs.  We will not climb on steep pitch roofs.  We will utilize fall arrest harnesses and safety lines where necessary for our safety.

If you have problems with moss growth on the roof of your house, and you would rather not risk climbing up and tackling it yourself, you can always fill in a quote request to get a free estimate delivered to your inbox.

By having moss removed from your roof, you may save the thousands of dollars it would cost to have your roof replaced.  You can save money by allowing us to clean the moss of your roof.  Why not give us a call today?

 

Gutter Cleaning: How to tips and tricks

Gutter Cleaning How-To Tips + Tricks

When cleaning gutters, there are 2 sides to the coin. The inside clean and the outside wash.

Here is a list of basic tools and equipment you will need to get the job done effectively.  After the list of tools are the how-to steps for vacuuming and washing gutters and eaves trough inside + out.

Tools for inside cleaning:

  • Ladder
  • Ladder stabilizer
  • Bucket (with a hook on the handle to hang it from the gutter)
  • A gutter scoop (thin enough to scrape the inside bottom of the gutter)
  • A rag
  • An extension pole
  • A powerful wet/dry vacuum is recommended (6+ HP)
  • 50-75 feet of vacuum hose to reach from the ground to the roof of most homes
  • Roofer’s safety harness
  • Insurance is always recommended when going on roofs (check local laws)

How to clean inside gutters:

*** Make sure you are harnessed when climbing any ladder or accessing roofs. Always comply with safety laws and keep your disability/accident insurance up to date. ***

  1. Set up your ladder so the stabilizers are resting above the gutter on the roof (start near a downspout).
  2. Place your rag and scoop inside bucket and hang it from the gutter.
  3.  Turn on the vacuum and bring the hose up to your work area.
  4. If gutters are full of debris, scoop out the excess into your bucket first (especially large debris that can clog your vacuum hose).
  5. Next vacuum any remaining loose debris(You can usually slide the hose quite far).
  6. If the vacuum misses anything, place a damp rag inside and slide it down the gutter using your pole to push it.  (It will wipe it clean as it slides)
  7. Work from the higher ones to the lower ones, repeat steps 1-6 until you’re done.

Tools for outside washing:

  • 100 feet of garden hose
  • Water tap
  • Liquid mixer sprayer
  • Water fed brush extension pole (30 feet minimum)
  • Industrial cleaning solution (get the strongest liquid cleaning agent you can find at your local hardware store or cleaning supplier)

How to wash the exteriors:

  • Pour industrial cleaning solution into liquid mixer sprayer.
  • Connect liquid mixer sprayer to your garden hose.
  • Connect garden hose to water tap and turn it on.
  • Spray the cleaning solution onto the exterior gutters. (adjust sprayer accordingly)
  • Saturate all exterior areas with cleaning solution.
  • Connect water fed brush extension pole to water hose and tap.
  • Extend pole to reach.
  • Turn on water tap.
  • Scrub and rinse all outside gutters.

The tools and methods used for outside gutter washing can be applied to siding washing as well. If you liked this article, please click the ‘like’ button and/or click the social share buttons below.  Anything you would like to add to this post?  What tools and methods do you utilize for cleaning gutters?  We would love to hear your comments.  Please share your comments with us below this post.  Thank you for visiting. William  🙂

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House Washing

When it comes to house washing, there are many methods and techniques to clean the exterior of your home. Whether you have vinyl siding, gutters, windows and/or a deck with railing that is dirty, typically we can get it clean again.

When you decide to hire us to beautify your house and/or business, our qualified, experienced professional will methodically start at the top and work their way down. On a typical house exterior cleaning job where our client’s order gutters (in and out), siding washing, window/screens cleaned, and deck/patio/walk/driveway power washing this is how we do it.

1. Gutters (In):

We begin with a good vacuuming and rinsing of the inside of your gutters.

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2. Gutters (out):

We apply a solution to the outside of your gutters to loosen any dirt and algae. Then we gently scrub the exterior of the gutter with a long water fed pole and brush system. (See our YouTube Channel for a demonstration)

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3. Vinyl siding, decks and railings:

Next, we apply a cleaning solution to all of the siding, railings and decks to be cleaned to loosen any dirt and algae. We follow that with a gentle brush scrub with the water fed pole system for higher, hard to reach areas. On the lower level areas, we carefully power wash the siding to the ground. In some cases, our client’s request a brush wash from top to bottom.

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4. Window cleaning:

When it comes to high windows 4-5 floors above ground, our qualified and experienced professional will utilize our water fed pole and brush system to safely scrub and rinse not only the window glass, but also the frames and tracks as best he can.

If you desire to have your windows hand scrubbed and dried by squeegee, we can safely reach most windows up to 3 floors above ground.

 

5. Walkways and driveways:

The finishing touch to having the exterior of your home beautified is to have your concrete walks and driveway pressure washed by a qualified professional.

If you live in lower mainland British Columbia and require any of the above services, you can request a free quote here. A representative will be in touch as soon as reasonably possible.

It’s Spring Cleaning Season in Greater Vancouver

Exterior Maintenance Season Has Started Again

In Vancouver, Coquitlam, Surrey, Langley, White Rock, Abbotsford

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Property Managers:
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As we head into warmer days filled with sunshine and wake to the chirping birds of spring once again, we begin to notice how much the climate here makes the exterior of our homes and businesses dirty. Since it rains so much during the winter months in the lower mainland, moss, dirt and algae tend to build up on siding, gutters and windows.

Keeping building exteriors clean extends the life of buildings. And the bonus is that it saves money in the long run by postponing future upgrades.

Refresh Your House With An Exterior Wash

An exterior scrub and rinse of your siding is recommended every 2-3 years to prevent moss, algae, and dust/dirt from building up over time. It’s amazing how much better you can feel living in a clean home. Your house may even be the envy of your neighborhood…

Now that the snow fall has ended and we are entering the spring season, this is the best time to call a professional service company for your exterior maintenance needs. We are aware of how busy people are these days and want to help relieve the pressure of having to wash your home exterior, while maintaining all of your other responsibilities.

When it comes to washing and caring for your home or business properties, you can always call to book an appointment with us for a free estimate.  Or you can request using our online quote request form.  You can feel at ease knowing our qualified professionals are here to serve your home and business needs.

Thank you for visiting the professionals in exterior maintenance solutions. We hope you have a wonderful day as we head into spring cleaning season.

Gutter Cleaning Season in Lower Mainland British Columbia

It’s Gutter Cleaning Season in Vancouver, BC

It is gutter cleaning season once again in the Fraser Valley, BC. As the rain begins to fall you may find your gutters beginning to overflow. This is typically the result of a build up of debris in your gutters (or eaves). The debris usually causes the drain hole to become plugged and then when it rains the gutters fill, overflow and deposit dirt on the outside of the gutter. This cycle will continue as it continues to rain until a professional is hired to remove the debris and restore the flow of the drain hole.

Occasionally, there may not be a lot of debris in the gutter and the drain hole may just be plugged. Not all gutter cleaning businesses will tell you this. You may see your gutters overflowing on rainy days and assume the gutter is full of debris and it may simply be the drain hole is plugged.

Not everyone has a ladder or the desire to climb up to the roof to get a closer look, so people choose to hire a professional to clean their gutters out for them. When the person from the company arrives, they will calculate a value for cleaning your gutters out.

Buyer Beware!

This is where it is important for you to observe before making your decision to hire someone. Did the technician have a look inside the gutters to estimate whether they actually need a clean or if the drain hole is simply plugged? Did they grab a ladder and physically get above the gutter and maybe even taking a few pictures so you can see how dirty the gutters really are? Or, did they just look from the ground, took some estimated measurements and give you a quote?

You must be cautious and carefully observe who you choose to hire. There are many qualified, reputable companies that service, repair and clean gutters in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. If the technician they send out doesn’t have a lot of experience in this field, you may not get an accurate representation of what is actually required.

Most people can sense when someone is trying to pull a fast one including you, so when people call a company for a gutter cleaning quote, most people go with your gut when they can sense a person is up front, communicates clearly, honestly, and professionally.

Hiring a Qualified Professional

When you call us, you get a mature, responsible business owner who you feel totally at ease with knowing that you are in good hands. Since my business relies primarily on referrals through this website, your friends, family, neighbors and associates, I vow to always give high value in my service, communication, reliability. My goal is to fill your needs and find reasonable and realistic cleaning solutions for your home and business needs.

This article mainly discusses what to look for in a qualified gutter cleaning technician, yet many other services are available and more are coming in the future. You are very welcome to explore the different pages of this website. If you find you have enjoyed this article, please help out my local small business by ‘liking’ our Facebook page and by clicking on as many of the ‘like’ and share buttons on this website.

Whomever you decide to call to clean your gutters, I hope my insights and experience in the industry have helped you in some way and added value to you today. When you contact us for a quote, we will do my best to provide you with high value of service from your initial call to the completion of your freshly cleaned gutters and windows.