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The Architect

#15
October 31, 2010, 05:00:22 AM
Quote from: humorless dp on October 31, 2010, 04:58:43 AM
He doesn't know...

he's a rocket scientist.

Pictures of the ridge, eaves and gables will do.   

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#16
October 31, 2010, 05:06:55 AM
What would it have to do with moss?

Is a vented roof even necessary in that climate?
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#17
October 31, 2010, 05:09:01 AM
i have moss on a section of my roof too...

don't worry... in ireland everyone's doing it...  [thumbsup]

Monsterlover

#18
October 31, 2010, 06:52:09 AM
From what I've seen, if the moss is more than just surface moss, ie thick, don't remove it. 

It's root system is probably all that's holding the shingles together.

If it's just surface stuff, bleach will do it.

There are also companys out there that will power spray the roof for you to clean it off.  They don't use very high pressure and won't damage the shingle.  I don't think it's even 100psi.

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#19
October 31, 2010, 08:39:09 AM
have a glass company replace the tempered door glass. replacing the one panel will probably cost you as much as a new a new door (minus the install price), but it the door is in good condition, the glass install will  take them about a half hour to replace,vs a day to install a new door.
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#20
October 31, 2010, 02:21:16 PM Last Edit: October 31, 2010, 03:02:16 PM by hbliam
Quote from: The Architect on October 31, 2010, 04:52:52 AM
Is the roof vented or non vented?



A properly vented roof can get moss as well.

The Architect

#21
November 01, 2010, 04:39:54 AM
Quote from: humorless dp on October 31, 2010, 05:06:55 AM

Is a vented roof even necessary in that climate?

No. In some locations a vented roof only allows more moisture into the roof system rather than vent moisture out.  Most insulations don't like moisture.

Quote from: hbliam on October 31, 2010, 02:21:16 PM
A properly vented roof can get moss as well.

^ Yes.

An improperly applied underlayment, a poor underlayment or no underlayment will cause the roof to hold moisture at the sheathing thus giving the moss a nice area to grow.  If this is the case the sheathing and the roof won't last too long.

A poorly vented roof or an improperly constructed non-vented roof will also retain moisture and lead to mold and moss.

Both these conditions are easy to look for.  Just want to make sure the moss isn't just a symptom of another problem. 

The Architect

#22
November 01, 2010, 04:42:11 AM
Quote from: humorless dp on October 31, 2010, 04:58:43 AM
He doesn't know...

he's a rocket scientist.

That's what I'm here for.  And when I need to put together an ICBM or take a trip to the moon I'll know who to call.   ;D

ducatiz

#23
November 01, 2010, 04:57:58 AM
Most moss is just due to old shingles and too much tree coverage over the roof.  Sunlight kills it. 
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