Algae Resistant Roof Shingles
Many homeowners are burdened with unwelcome
house guests every year. It’s not the kind of guests that you’re
thinking of, however, as this guest doesn’t enter the home. It
invites itself to sit on your roof and causes unsightly
discoloration. It’s algae and it effects a lot of homeowners,
particularly those who live in areas of high humidity. Algae,
however, doesn’t discriminate against those who don’t live in highly
humid climates. It will attach to any roof and can be carried
through wind, squirrels, birds, etc.
The Copper Concept
The concept behind algae resistant roof shingles is actually quite
simple. Copper, which is a main ingredient in this new innovation of
shingles, stops algae before it attaches to your home. Homeowners
can now purchase shingles that have copper built directly into the
colored granules. The copper isn’t visible, but it’s presence is
certainly felt by unsuspecting algae as it is unable to survive on
your roof‘s surface. With use of these new products, your entire
roof becomes an unwelcoming host to algae. Expectedly, these
shingles will cost a few extra bucks, but are well worth the extra
cost when you factor the expense of algae removal. The copper or
zinc present in algae resistant shingles are activated further by
rain, which distributes the algae fighting components even further
along the roof’s surface. Rain generally promotes moisture on the
roof, which serves as a breeding ground for algae. Thankfully,
that’s no longer the case thanks to algae resistant roof shingles.
Manufacturers Of Algae Resistant Roof Shingles
Many of today’s top shingle manufacturers offer algae resistant roof
shingles, which can be installed by a local roofing contractor. They
have access to a wide variety of products, including shingles with
attractive colors to compliment your home. A roofing contractor
normally gets a discount on these items and, in turn, may be able to
pass that savings onto the customer. In many cases, warranties are
even offered to cover algae resistant shingles. Always choose a
company that stands behind their product.
Locating A Professional
A professional roofing contractor in your area will be able to
order, and install, your choice of algae resistant roof shingles.
After locating the perfect contractor, ask them for a quote and an
expected timeframe. It may be a good idea to get several quotes from
different contractors before making a final decision. Knowing that
your roof is protected, from unwanted algae, will give you a greater
peace of mind and allow your home to remain beautiful and
fungus-free.
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