What's that stuff growing on my roof?
Challenge
What's that stuff growing on my roof?
Solution
Most people think it's mold, but actually, it's a prehistoric bacterium called Gleocapsa Magma. It's transported to roofs primarily by wind, rain, inspects and animals. In addition to causing unsightly streaks and stains, these bacteria can also wreak havoc on your roof. The growth of this bacterium is described as colonization. They grow on and within tiles and shingles, dissolving and extracting mineral components. Overtime, it begins to break down the contents of your shingles by feeding off the minerals embedded in them. This negatively impacts the structural integrity of your roof and has also been known to increase air conditioning bills and lead to more frequent roof repair and reconstruction. Klaus Roofing Systems will replace sections of (or the entire) roof so that you may regain the integrity of your home. Try to keep tree branches cut back to help prevent this moving forward.
