Roof Cleaning in Fort Myers, FL | Roof Washing & Maintenance
Trusted Fort Myers Roofing handles roof cleaning in Fort Myers, FL, for homes and commercial properties in Gulf Harbour, Heritage Palms and around Six Mile Cypress. We soft wash shingle, concrete tile, clay tile and metal roofs to clear away black streaks, mold and mildew without damaging the roof underneath.
Algae discoloration is most widespread in the Gulf States, and here it’s mostly Gloeocapsa magma, the stuff behind those black streaks running down so many Fort Myers roofs. The mistake we see all the time is someone blasting the roof with a pressure washer, which manufacturers warn can damage asphalt roofing and strip away the protective granules. We use a low-pressure soft wash with a sodium hypochlorite and surfactant mix, let it dwell for the right amount of time, then gently rinse the roof while protecting the plants and landscaping below.
Most homes are cleaned in a single day, and we check for cracked tiles, lifted shingles and clogged gutters while we’re up there. Roof cleaning in Florida typically runs about $300 to $900, with tile roofs usually landing on the higher end, and we’ll give you a free written estimate before we start.
Every cleaning job is backed by our 5-year written workmanship warranty on any repair work we do alongside it. We’ll explain what’s covered before we start, so you know exactly what to expect.
Why Choose Trusted Fort Myers Roofing for Expert Roofing Services?
20+ Years of Roofing Experience
Serving Southwest Florida since 2001, Trusted Fort Myers Roofing brings decades of experience to residential roofing projects, including roof installation, repair, and replacement.
BBB Accredited, Licensed, and Insured
Trusted Fort Myers Roofing is BBB-accredited, licensed, and insured. We use quality roofing materials and follow proper installation practices.
Free Roofing Estimates
We provide free roofing estimates so you can review the expected costs, material options, and work involved before replacing your roof.
5-Year Workmanship Warranty
We offer a 5-year written workmanship warranty on qualifying roof replacement work, with coverage subject to the warranty's terms and conditions.
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GAF President's Club Award (2019)
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Roof Cleaning Projects We've Completed in Fort Myers, FL
This roof had a valley packed with twigs and dead leaves, dark algae spreading across the lower slope and a few cracked shingles hiding under all the buildup near the ridge. Trusted Fort Myers Roofing cleared the valley and ridge by hand, then pulled the damaged shingles and slid in matching replacements before any cleaning started. After that, our crew soft washed the entire roof and finished with a biocide treatment, so the slopes now match again and water runs freely through the valley instead of backing up under the shingles.
Final Cost: $1,150
Turnaround Time: 1 day
The homeowners’ shingle roof had gone from tan to a patchy gray-black, with algae streaks across every slope, green lichen creeping along the shingle edges and a pile of needles packed into the valley. We cleared the valley by hand, pre-wet the landscaping and covered the pool cage screen before applying a low-pressure soft wash and letting it dwell long enough to kill the growth at the root. After a gentle rinse, we finished with a biocide treatment to slow regrowth, bringing the roof back to its original color without loosening a single granule.
Final Cost: $650
Turnaround Time: 1 day
Sitting under a big flowering tree, this shingle roof was covered in green moss and algae, with seed pods and blossoms piling up along the ridge and around the box vents. We cleared the debris by hand and with a backpack blower, then soft washed the shingles and the lower metal roof next to it, giving the solution time to kill the moss before rinsing it gently away. To keep the growth from coming right back, we applied a biocide treatment and added a zinc strip near the ridge, leaving the roof clean, dry and a lot easier to maintain.
Final Cost: $780
Turnaround Time: 1 day
Roof Coating Services in Fort Myers, FL
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Roof Coating Frequently Asked Questions
Why are black roof streaks so common around Fort Myers?
It’s the climate. Algae discoloration is most widespread in the Gulf States and along coastal areas, and the main culprit is usually Gloeocapsa magma. Our heat, humidity and summer rain give it everything it needs to spread.
Why don’t streaks grow near the metal flashing on my roof?
Copper and zinc. Shingles near metal, like around skylights or chimneys with copper flashing, often stay clean because the metal washes down the roof and fights algae. That same idea is why zinc or copper strips near the ridge help keep a freshly cleaned roof clean longer.
Can cleaning my roof void the shingle warranty?
It can if it’s done the wrong way. ARMA says cleaning chemicals or methods outside its recommended bleach and water mix shouldn’t be used without the shingle manufacturer’s approval. Trusted Fort Myers Roofing follows manufacturer guidelines so your warranty stays intact.
Will roof cleaning chemicals hurt my plants?
Not when it’s done right. Manufacturers recommend protecting the plants directly under the roof before any cleaning solution goes on, so we pre-wet and rinse the landscaping before, during and after every job.
How much does roof cleaning cost in Fort Myers?
It depends on the roof material. Asphalt shingles usually run about $0.15 to $0.35 per square foot to clean, concrete tile around $0.25 to $0.60 and clay tile up to about $0.75. Most Florida homes land somewhere between $300 and $900.
Are algae-resistant shingles worth it?
Yes, if you’re replacing your roof anyway. Most manufacturers now offer shingles with copper built into the granules to help prevent algae growth