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Saturday, August 27, 2011
Florida Roof Cleaning by The One And Only Roofing Manufacturers Method
Sunday, January 30, 2011
BERGMAN ROOF CLEANING - SOFT WASH NO DAMAGE - RCIA CERTIFIED - CASH DISCOUNTS!
Bergman's Non Pressure "SOFT WASH" Roof Cleaning, Florida
This is Chuck Bergman's Roof Cleaning and Pressure Washing Information page.
We are a father and son only business and specialize in the cleaning of roofs offering the newest and only "approved" [ by the roofing association ]
" NO PRESSURE " roof cleaning system.
For asphalt shingle roofs, this system is a must and can add years to your expensive roof's life!
Pressure cleaning a shingled roof removes a large percentage of the granules, that make up the surface and color of your roof.
Many Pressure Washers advertise "NO PRESSURE" but don't actually own the equipment. They simply use their pressure washing machine's chemical injector and end up using "SOME" pressure anyway and explaining [ if you see them do it ] that they turned the pressure way down.
You can't turn a pressure washer "down" enough to not blow the granules off!
ANY pressure will remove much of your asphalt shingle granules! Click below to go to the roofing manufacturers association and read for yourself it's simple clear statement about pressure "HIGH PRESSURE WASHING SYSTEMS FOR ALGAE REMOVAL SHOULD NOT BE USED" http://www.asphaltroofing.org/pdf/tb_217.pdf
Of course, we do have state of the art pressure washing equipment as well for houses, pool enclosures, decks, driveways etc.
In fact, with our many years of experience, we have found that a pressure washer that puts out a larger flow of water [5.6 GPM]
and less blasting pressure 2000 - 2500 psi, gets the job done better than a high blasting pressure [3000 to 4500 lbs is common and lower water flow [4 GPM] or less.]
Even tile roofs benefit from our "NO PRESSURE" system, in that high pressure will send small pieces of tile and cement holding your ridges in place, off into space!
Also, if you have a finish on your tile roof, such as a solid paint coat or a glazing, high pressure can peel the paint or dull the glazing.
On anything but roofs, pressure is needed, so we also have a 3500 psi machine and a 2500 psi machine with us at all times to use as needed.
Another reason to hire us to clean your roof is - You may see competitors who say they are "Plant Friendly" or "Water plants well" WE EITHER WATER CONSTANTLY & OR COVER ALL OF YOUR PLANTS WITH TARPS.
That's as "PLANT FRIENDLY" as it gets in this business! Because this offers the maximum protection!
My son has worked continuously with me since 1994. So, if you have Black Algae on your Roof that needs removing, whether for:
#1. Health reasons [Those who suffer respiratory ailments are adversely affected by the airborne mold spores
]#2. To stop the deterioration of the roof [ algae eats constantly]
#3. Aesthetics [ many beautiful homes have their appearance spoiled by black, discolored roofs]
#4. Because your homeowners association requires it.Give us a call!You will be glad you did and your neighbors may thank you!
SEE SOME OF OUR RECENT JOBS http://s491.photobucket.com/albums/rr277/Chuck_Bergman/WORK/
Englewood 941-474-8883
Cape Haze, Placida, Rotonda, Grove City 941-698-1959
Venice, Nokomis, Osprey, South Sarasota 941-483-3673
Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, PGI, Burnt Store 941-255-8600
Or, just email me! PRESSURE_CLEAN@COMCAST.NET
CASH DISCOUNTS ARE 5% for any work over $100.00 {= $200.00 job, you pay $190.00 CASH }
Thank You!
Chuck Bergman and Son.
This is Chuck Bergman's Roof Cleaning and Pressure Washing Information page.
We are a father and son only business and specialize in the cleaning of roofs offering the newest and only "approved" [ by the roofing association ]
" NO PRESSURE " roof cleaning system.
For asphalt shingle roofs, this system is a must and can add years to your expensive roof's life!
Pressure cleaning a shingled roof removes a large percentage of the granules, that make up the surface and color of your roof.
Many Pressure Washers advertise "NO PRESSURE" but don't actually own the equipment. They simply use their pressure washing machine's chemical injector and end up using "SOME" pressure anyway and explaining [ if you see them do it ] that they turned the pressure way down.
You can't turn a pressure washer "down" enough to not blow the granules off!
ANY pressure will remove much of your asphalt shingle granules! Click below to go to the roofing manufacturers association and read for yourself it's simple clear statement about pressure "HIGH PRESSURE WASHING SYSTEMS FOR ALGAE REMOVAL SHOULD NOT BE USED" http://www.asphaltroofing.org/pdf/tb_217.pdf
Of course, we do have state of the art pressure washing equipment as well for houses, pool enclosures, decks, driveways etc.
In fact, with our many years of experience, we have found that a pressure washer that puts out a larger flow of water [5.6 GPM]
and less blasting pressure 2000 - 2500 psi, gets the job done better than a high blasting pressure [3000 to 4500 lbs is common and lower water flow [4 GPM] or less.]
Even tile roofs benefit from our "NO PRESSURE" system, in that high pressure will send small pieces of tile and cement holding your ridges in place, off into space!
Also, if you have a finish on your tile roof, such as a solid paint coat or a glazing, high pressure can peel the paint or dull the glazing.
On anything but roofs, pressure is needed, so we also have a 3500 psi machine and a 2500 psi machine with us at all times to use as needed.
Another reason to hire us to clean your roof is - You may see competitors who say they are "Plant Friendly" or "Water plants well" WE EITHER WATER CONSTANTLY & OR COVER ALL OF YOUR PLANTS WITH TARPS.
That's as "PLANT FRIENDLY" as it gets in this business! Because this offers the maximum protection!
My son has worked continuously with me since 1994. So, if you have Black Algae on your Roof that needs removing, whether for:
#1. Health reasons [Those who suffer respiratory ailments are adversely affected by the airborne mold spores
]#2. To stop the deterioration of the roof [ algae eats constantly]
#3. Aesthetics [ many beautiful homes have their appearance spoiled by black, discolored roofs]
#4. Because your homeowners association requires it.Give us a call!You will be glad you did and your neighbors may thank you!
SEE SOME OF OUR RECENT JOBS http://s491.photobucket.com/albums/rr277/Chuck_Bergman/WORK/
Englewood 941-474-8883
Cape Haze, Placida, Rotonda, Grove City 941-698-1959
Venice, Nokomis, Osprey, South Sarasota 941-483-3673
Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, PGI, Burnt Store 941-255-8600
Or, just email me! PRESSURE_CLEAN@COMCAST.NET
CASH DISCOUNTS ARE 5% for any work over $100.00 {= $200.00 job, you pay $190.00 CASH }
Thank You!
Chuck Bergman and Son.
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Florida Roof Cleaning by The Roofing Manufacturers Method (Englewood, Venice, Rotonda, Sarasota)
You have probably heard all the new fad "GO GREEN" "Biofoam" "Bio Degradable" "Eco-Friendly" roof cleaning pitches that have cropped up recently. They try to convince unknowing homeowners that chlorine bleach should not be used on roofing to clean with.
Now, here are the facts from The Roofing Manufacturers Themselves. It's your warranty, you can listen to the green salesman and pressure washing guys, who can blast the discolorations [ along with your roofs granules etc ] from your roof, or to those who make the roofing and honor warranties or void them.
Here you go! I could easily supply more proof, but this is pretty obvious, I'd say.
From GAF Roofing Manufacturers about black algae removal:
http://www.gaf.com/Documents/Algae_Staining_on_Shingled_Roof_Surfaces_-_Steep_Slope_Techn-43-808-v3.pdf
Below is a partial "cut and paste" excerpt from GAF on how to clean a roof:
"If a new roof is not an option, GAF recommends cleaning the roof with a special mixture. That mixture is:
4 gallons of water, 1 gallon of bleach and 1 cup of TSP"
"What NOT To Do! Do not power wash the shingles to clean the shingles. Some roof cleaning companies offer this service.
However, it is not recommended."
From ARMA roofing manufacturers Association-how to clean roofing.
http://www.asphaltroofing.org/pdf/tb_217.pdf
Below is a partial excerpt cut and pasted below from ARMA:
Algae discolorations to remove from roofing surfaces, applying a solution of
chlorine bleach, trisodium phosphate, and water. Solutions for these ingredients depend on the amount of discoloration. Solutions range to one cup TSP and 2.5 gallons each of bleach and water.
First, gently disperse this solution on the roofing surface. Avoid scrubbing the surface, as this friction may loosen and remove granules.
Caution!
High pressure washing systems for algae removal should not be used.
Owens Corning Roofing manufacturers says the same thing:
"USE CHLORINE and TSP" "DO NOT USE A PRESSURE WASHER"
Corning info in link below.
http://webapps.easy2.com/cm2/flash/generic_index.asp?page_id=36077811
So, those who manufacture your roofing and warranty your roofing are the folks to listen to!
Not those who pressure wash roofs, or try to sell you a so called "Green" Eco-Friendly" chemical.
We clean roofs ONLY by the roofing manufacturers methods, so your warranty will not be voided!
WE ARE RCIA CERTIFIED ROOF CLEANERS: ROOF CLEANING INSTITUTE OF AMERICA. LINK BELOW:
http://roof-cleaning-institute.activeboard.com/forum.spark?aBID=123190&p=3&topicID=41055740&page=1
Charlotte & Sarasota County Florida Roof Cleaning by Chuck Bergman Since 1991
941-698-1959
941-474-8883
941-483-3673
941-255-8600
Chuck Bergman Soft Wash Roof Cleaning has been serving Charlotte and Sarasota Counties in Florida since 1991 { Prior to that as Chuck Bergman Pressure Cleaning since 1989 }
With years of experience , it became clear to me that while pressure washing roofs made them look clean, damage was occurring on the roofs. Pressure cleaning machines can only be turned down so far and still accomplish roof cleaning and any amount of pressure, even as low a setting as 300 psi { 3000 to 4000 psi is what most pressure cleaning contractors use } will still remove around 15-20% of the granules that make up the color and protection of your shingle roof per cleaning.
Ugly black algae, left in place on the roof, eats around those granules and the rain removes them. Still eventually destroying the roof and spoiling it's appearance and resale value. With tile roofs, pressure removes the glazing many tile roofs come with. Pressure also blows pieces of cement that hold the ridge-caps in place off into space! If your tile roof is painted, pressure will blow portions of paint off all over the roof, leaving it in need of an expensive paint job!
I started out strictly as a Pressure washing Company! So, what to do?
In 1991 I started developing a system to clean roofs without using pressure.
Now these roof cleaning systems are available for purchase commercially. Even some of these "Non Pressure" systems are what I consider overkill, so I have tried them all and settled on what I consider the best for my customers. Some are designed to do a roof very quickly, using 7 gallon per minute pumps on up! Others [because they are inexpensive] very slowly- 1 gpm pumps. I am in the middle and pleased with my results with a system of 3 gpm output. I want the cleaning solution to remain on the roof, not to run off the roof or into the gutters.
If you would like your roof restored [most of the time to 90% like new!] using only the methods suggested by your roofing manufacturer, call us for a free estimate! We have been a father and son ONLY business since 1994-so you will always get a professional and never get a crew or a new guy in training on your property!
Chuck Bergman Roof Cleaning Englewood FL. 941-474-8883
Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda Roof Cleaning 941-255-8600
Venice through Sarasota Roof Cleaning 941-483-3673
Here are some pictures of roofs we have cleaned using the manufacturer suggested method.
Our roofs usually remain clean for 4-5 years.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27773239@N02/?saved=1