Roof Washing in Lake County, IL

Safe, Effective Soft Washing for Asphalt Shingle Roofs

If you’ve noticed dark black streaks or green patches spreading across your roof, you’re not alone. Most homeowners in Lake County assume it’s dirt or age — but it’s actually Gloeocapsa Magma, a type of algae that feeds on the limestone filler in asphalt shingles. Left untreated, it shortens the life of your roof and kills your home’s curb appeal.

At Shine On Power Washing, we remove it safely using a low-pressure soft wash method — the only cleaning approach recommended by the ARMA (Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association).

Why Soft Washing — Not Pressure Washing

High-pressure washing strips the protective granules off asphalt shingles, voiding manufacturer warranties and accelerating wear. Our soft wash process uses biodegradable cleaning solutions applied at low pressure to kill algae, mold, mildew, and bacteria at the root — without touching a single granule.

Signs Your Roof Needs Cleaning

• • Black streaks running down the shingles

• • Green or brown patches of moss or algae

• • Your roof looks darker than when it was installed

• • Neighbors’ roofs look cleaner than yours

Serving Wauconda, Libertyville, Mundelein, Round Lake, Gurnee, and Antioch.

Ready to restore your roof? Call or fill out our contact form for a free estimate.