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FEBRUARY 19, 2023 HAWAII RENOVATION 5
PACIFIC SPRAY WASH
“Out of sight, out of mind” is to avoid long-term problems. A profession-
ers refer to when it comes to maintenance of exterior surfaces, and espe- cially the roof. Whether algae buildup on PV panels causes electric bill spikes, or the presence of dark colored stains on the roof, regular and scheduled maintenance to miti- gate this growth should be front of mind for
a term that many homeown-
al cleaning will not only spruce up your outdoor space but can also greatly extend the useful life of your exterior surfaces.
every homeowner here in Hawaii.
The most common and destructive type of organic growth here in Hawaii is an al- gae-like cyanobacteria called Gloeocapsa magma. Found mostly on roof surfaces, Gloeocapsa magma is highly destructive to shingle-style roofs as it feasts on the limestone filler and granules embedded in asphalt shingles. Over time, the roof’s abil- ity to reflect UV rays is vastly diminished causing shingles to dry out, curl and even- tually crack. Gloeocapsa magma is com- mon on all roof types but tends to be most visible on asphalt shingle, cap sheet, TPO, GACO and elastomeric roof coatings. As the bacteria colonies grow, they form dark discolorations that can also create a serious issue with heat absorption throughout the whole house. As your ceiling fans and A/C
and a biodegradable cleaning solution to eliminate organic growth down to the root, ensuring a longer lasting clean.
One of Hawaii’s leaders in soft washing and exterior maintenance is locally owned and operated Pacific Spray Wash. The com- pany specializes in maintaining the func- tionality and aesthetics of residential and commercial spaces here in Hawaii.
Our humid and tropical climate is the
perfect environment for organic growth to
flourish. Moss and algae buildup is com-
mon here, especially in the mauka neigh-
borhoods where rain is a daily occurrence.
Besides being unsightly and slippery, or-
ganic growth can become a huge issue if
left alone. Moss is highly destructive over
time, and airborne mold spores can even
lead to respiratory problems. All exterior
surfaces like roofs, siding, driveways and
PV panels are susceptible to pesky organic
growth and should be maintained regularly units work overtime to compensate for the
heat buildup, the biggest impact of all is on your energy bill.
PACIFIC SPRAY WASH CONTACT
808-763-9298
WEB
pacificspraywash.com
The safest and most effective way to
eliminate this destructive growth is a pro-
cess called soft washing. Soft washing
is a gentle and highly effective cleaning
technique that uses low water pressure talize your outdoor space today!
To learn more about soft washing, call Pacific Spray Wash at 808-763-9298 or visit pacificspraywash.com for a free, no- hassle consultation on how you can revi-