Building Cleaning Blog
ROTban Works During Rainfall, Scientists Agree
December 21, 2020
I’d like to explain how the science behind ROTban proves that lots of rain produces good results with our unique product and system. Once ROTban is on the roof, it bonds there. Rain cannot wash it off, even if it happens before the ROTban dries. Once bonded, it creates an anti-moss environment for four years […]
Continue ReadingRoof Stain Removal: The Finishing Touch
October 30, 2020
Lots of us spend an enormous amount of time and energy and money keeping our homes looking their best. We clean them, fix things that need repair, landscape our yards, cut the grass, and make constant improvements. We pay close attention to the exteriors of our homes, including the siding, gutters, and the windows, but […]
Continue ReadingWhy Bother to Keep Your Roof Clean?
September 28, 2020
Have you ever looked at a roof, saw a bunch of moss, and wondered if it was necessary to remove it? It is. Here are some reasons why it’s important to keep your roof clean. Moss Damages Roofs The moss on your roof may look interesting to you, but it’s not good for the roof. […]
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Clean
August 31, 2020
It happens that ROTban™ is in the business of cleaning moss, algae, and stains from roofs, building exteriors, and landscape structures, but we think the concept of clean is important in all kinds of ways. Clean rooms and offices make you feel less stressed. They make you more efficient and happier. Cleaner surroundings are also […]
Continue ReadingWhat Is Roof Efflorescence?
June 26, 2020
Roof efflorescence is an interesting phenomenon where a roof may look like it has tiny white dots or patches of white on it. Efflorescence can occur on surfaces other than roofs, as well. What is efflorescence? Efflorescence is when calcium hydroxide, a compound found in concrete products, reacts with carbon dioxide in the atmosphere to […]
Continue ReadingBe Careful With That Roof!
May 8, 2020
Nature damages roofs, and so do people! Please read on and save yourself roof trouble. Conversely, your roof can damage you, too! If it doesn’t work, it can rack up huge costs in interior repairs and replacements. Also, if you or anyone falls off your roof, it can be an incredible pain–physically and financially. There […]
Continue ReadingMoss Rally Cry Against ROTban
April 7, 2020
Come on, all you little mossy minions! You all know that for countless generations we have enjoyed peace and prosperity. In the last couple of hundred years we are being sidelined by a more successful organism, taking away our living space. They’re called humans, but they are not humorous in any way. You all know […]
Continue ReadingHow Does “Soft Washing” for Exterior Cleaning Work?
March 31, 2020
Dirt, grime, mildew and mold can show up and build up on any surface. In some cases, a quick wash with a hose may be enough to clean it off. However, often a more thorough cleaning is required. While most people may still be tempted to reach for the pressure washer, this might not always […]
Continue ReadingWhat Does Bonding Have To Do With It?
February 23, 2020
I’m magnetically attracted to the subject of bonding. Magnets are fascinating. I just can’t pull myself away from them. Incredibly useful, they show what bonding is all about. No need for glue, tape, screws, nails, welding. They hold together by a scientific principle that isn’t visible, and so it appears as magic. But I’m in […]
Continue ReadingWhy ROTban Corp Is Successful at Keeping Roofs Free of Moss for a Long Time
January 30, 2020
There are several reasons why we are very successful at keeping your roofs free of moss for a long time. Here are the main reasons. We have a wonderful exclusive product that absolutely works. Our product is a fungicide. It’s not a pesticide—which kills insects—or an herbicide—which kills plants. It’s a fungicide that moss and […]
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