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Are You Embarrassed by the Stains on Your Roof, Too?
February 22, 2021
No one enjoys the day you pull into your driveway and look up to see black stains and streaks forming on your roof. At first glance, you think it's just dirt, but any roofer will inform you that the streaks on your roof are a strain of roof algae that is growing and spreading on your shingles.
Unfortunately, algae growth is a problem many homeowners in northern Virginia deal with. The more humid the atmosphere, the more algae you see on roofing shingles and Virginia summers sure are muggy.
It does not matter how expensive your home is when you buy it, if a roof inspection reveals that you have standard 3-tab shingles or architectural shingles, expect to see roof streaks in the future.
Then when it is time for you to sell, having streaks on your roof detracts from your home's curb appeal. Potential buyers see streaks and immediately think to bring down the price or negotiate a credit for a future roof replacement. This is why a new roof is always a good investment, even if you're planning to sell in the future.
So far, we have covered that houses in northern Virginia will ultimately bear roof stains, however I have some good news that I am excited to share! (drumroll, please...)
Finally shingle manufacturers have listened to homeowner complaints about roof stains and have designed a new, algae-resistant shingle. The major difference between other shingles and algae-resistant shingles i the addition of cooper materials, which is an algae-killing metal.
Virginia Roofing highly recommends CertainTeed's new line of StreakFighter Shingles
to homeowners who want a roof without stains. The most valuable thing about these shingles is the 10-to-15-year algae-resistance warranty. Also, they come in all styles and are all made with algae-resistant technology.
If your roof is nearing the end of its lifecycle (i.e., nearing 20 years old) I highly recommend requesting a complimentary estimate
for algae-resistant shingles. You might find that algae-resistant shingles are a necessary upgrade and a smart investment, especially if you plan to sell your home in the future.
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