Softwashing is a safe, low-pressure roof cleaning method that uses gentle water pressure (about the same as an ordinary garden hose) combined with specialized, biodegradable cleaning solutions to remove mold, mildew, moss, and algae from your home's exterior.

High pressure can strip the protective granules from shingles, crack barrel tiles, and even void your roof's manufacturer warranty, which is why the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) recommends softwashing as the preferred method.

Instead of blasting surfaces with damaging high-pressure water, we let the chemistry do the work: the solution soaks into the surface for 10 to 20 minutes, killing organic growth like black algae (the culprit behind those dark streaks on Miami roofs) right down to the root. That root-level clean is why softwashing lasts so much longer than traditional pressure washing, which only strips away what's on the surface. It's also much kinder to your home.

In South Florida's heat and humidity, algae and mildew grow fast, so a cleaning method that actually kills the spores makes a real difference in how long your roof stays clean. At Ultra Pure Exterior Cleaning Specialists, we use softwashing for roof cleaning and full exterior cleaning on homes throughout Coral Gables and the greater Miami area. The result is a healthier, longer-lasting roof and an exterior that looks like new — without the damage.