Building Cleaning Blog
What Causes Moss and Algae?
March 27, 2016
One of the problems you may encounter with your home’s maintenance is moss and algae. Algae and moss are similar, yet quite different in how they develop and how they can be removed. You may notice that your roof, while not black in color, is forming a black discoloration. Most people will misidentify this as […]
Continue ReadingReasons to Use Moss Removal Service on Concrete Walls and Roofs
February 28, 2016Moss has more serious repercussions than one might think, looking at it on a concrete wall or roof. It’s not just plant life – it can cause major problems for your structure! Moss removal service is an important part of maintenance and upkeep for your concrete walls and roofs, to keep them in great shape […]
Continue ReadingSave Your Money From Going Out The Attic
November 30, 2015How often do you think about your attic? For many homeowners, the attic is just an extra space that does not get much attention. In reality, an attic can make or break the value of your home. If your attic is in bad shape, your home – and you – will suffer. If you have […]
Continue ReadingHospitals Are Loving ROTban
November 18, 2015Hospitals are vital in our communities. They probably provide the most vivid expression of scientific process that most of us tend to experience in our daily lives. We at ROTban applaud all hospital employees, and volunteers for choosing to train rigorously and then for daily working to save and extend our loved ones’ lives. In […]
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Hire the Pros for Moss Removal on Concrete Roofs
October 25, 2015
Moss removal on concrete roofs is vital to the longevity of your roof. If you allow moss to grow, it will compromise the integrity of the structure, permanently damaging the roof and generating an expensive list of repairs that must be performed to save the roof – or worse, you might have to replace it […]
Continue ReadingMoss Removal: Go With A Professional
August 25, 2015
If your home’s roof looks a little discoloured these days, it might be a moss problem. And the same can be said for sidewalks, stone walls and fences. Moss is an algae and if left untreated will continue to grow and fester. It not only looks unsightly, it can cause unseen damage to your home […]
Continue ReadingThe Green Benefits of Tree Farming
March 4, 2015Greenhouse emissions are being discussed vigorously in recent decades, being associated with the rapid and hazardous climate change. Scientists have suggested different solutions to decrease the high level of volatile gases in the atmosphere, with the greenery taking a top position. Trees, in particular are not only good at absorbing the CO2 emissions, but they also […]
Continue ReadingCeiling Mold May Come From Inside
December 31, 2014
This is fresh in my mind – it happened again today! I received an email from a Property Manager we serve in Surrey, BC. The owner had written that he needed immediate action to stop a leak in the roof which was making the ceiling wet in two rooms. It was getting worse, so could we […]
Continue ReadingBenefits of Using a Professional Moss Removal Service for Your Fence
December 26, 2014
A moss outbreak on a wooden fence is a serious problem. It doesn’t just make the fence look bad, it can also destroy the wood and put allergens in the air. While you might want to handle the job of cleaning the fence on your own, it’s a good idea to go with a professional […]
Continue ReadingMold Mildew and Moss Devastation
December 19, 2014
It grows in slowly but surely. Your eyes get used to it, because from one day to the next, there is so little difference. Small stains of mildew, amazingly, eventually cover an entire shady area, and invite more growths in to the feast. A garden of algae, mold, all kinds of goo, along with flowering moss. […]
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