Living in the Pacific Northwest brings access to amazing wilderness areas, beautiful coastal scenery, and lots of fun local culture. But, it can also be frustrating for homeowners.

If you have ever had a roof fail before the end of its lifespan, you know the stress and expense of unexpected roof replacement.

Having gone through this process, you'll likely want to avoid having to replace your roof early in the future. So, it's important to find out what causes premature roof failure in the PNW.

Rain, Rain, and More Rain!

You've likely already figured out a big cause of failure in Northwest roofing. It's the excess rain we see in this region throughout the year. The high humidity causes all sorts of issues with roofs:

  • Moisture Damage: Even the most water-resistant roof will wear out faster when exposed to as much rain as we get here. Combined with regular high wind events, heavy rain can get underneath shingles and roof overhangs allowing moisture to get inside your home.
  • Moss Overgrowth: The warm days and high humidity encourage the overgrowth of moss and algae on home roofs. Not only is it unsightly, moss and algae damage and break down your shingles over time.
  • Fallen Debris: If you live anywhere with trees, you'll probably see a lot of fallen tree limbs, sticks, and leaves on your roof. Depending on how tall your trees are, that debris can even fall from several stories and cause impact damage to your roof.

PNW Climate Roofing Tip: Protect Your Investment for the Long-Term

As a result of all of these issues, many Skagit County roofers offer roof cleaning services. This is one of the best ways to protect your home against roof failure in the long-term. 

Roofing companies use gentle techniques and low-pressure washers to remove existing algae and moss. Then they apply algae prevention chemicals or install zinc strips for moss prevention on the roofing.

Moss prevention treatments can last up to three years, depending on how rainy it is in the area. Most roofing companies recommend getting roof cleaning completed annually as a prevention.

Get a Free Roof Cleaning Quote in the Burlington, WA Area

Cascade Roofing Company offers roof cleaning services to help local homeowners protect and preserve their existing roofs. Our Burlington, WA roofing company also offers residential roof repair and roof replacement, commercial roofing, and metal siding solutions. 

If you are looking for ways to ensure your roof doesn't fail, reach out to us. Our roofers will check out your property and recommend some effective roofing solutions.