We often are asked about the differences between traditional power washing and our innovative Citra-Shield Biocide cleaning method. The best form of education is to invite us out to your property where we can review your washing needs and tell you specifically where traditional methods might damage your property. However, this email will review some of the most common issues to give you good background knowledge on the issue.

Problems With Traditional Power Washing & Pressure Washing Methods

• Degrades and damages many surfaces
• Many inexperienced users/companies
• Granular loss – voids roof warranties and reduces shingle life
• Broken and cracked roof tiles removes the factory glaze
• Must walk on the roof
• Damaged membrane
• Damages landscaping
• No guarantees or warranties
• Temporary solution
• Water spawns mildew growth

Problems With Competitive Cleaning Products

Bleach and Chlorine Based Products:

• Does not penetrate root structure
• Masks problem – removes color/pigment but not all microscopic spores
• Temporary solution – Only kills 70% of spores
• Corrosive, toxic
• Can damage people, vehicles, landscaping, structures.
• Dries out shingles; causes nails to rust.
• Bleaches tile color

Sodium Hydroxide Based Cleaners:

• Highly caustic, corrosive & toxic (Lye based)
• (Example. Liquid Drano)
• Masks problem – removes color/pigment but not all microscopic spores
• Very hard to rinse
• Temporary solution
• Can damage vehicles, people, landscaping, structures. Can stain roofs!

Summary – Why Citra-Shield BioCide™?

• Roof Algae Growing Problem – Most of North America has a climate conducive for algae, mildew and moss growth
• Algae, like most plants, have a root system that embeds itself into surfaces
• Citra-Shield BioCide™ removes mildew, algae, and moss
• Citra-Shield BioCide™ works on EIFS, Dryvit, siding, brick, stucco, stone and other exterior surfaces
• Citra-Shield BioCide™ is Easy To Use – No rinsing required so eliminates pressure washing & walking on tile roofs
• Citra-Shield BioCide™ Prevents Problems – Gets down to the root of the algae helping to prevent future growth and can also be periodically applied to a clean surface to prevent biological stains from returning
• Citra-Shield BioCide™ is eco-friendly, environmentally safe and biodegradable
• Citra-Shield BioCide™ is non-corrosive in diluted form and has no harmful ingredients such as bleach, phosphates, lye, heavy metals, sodium hydroxide or acid
• Citra-Shield BioCide™ contains a patent-pending, time released formula

As you can see, there is a lot to consider before you order power washing services. For most applications, Citra-Shield Biocide will be the optimal choice for both cleaning and protecting your property, both short and long term.

You can trust the Southampton Operations Team to handle properly advising you on the best solution for your property. Please invite us out to your property where we can review your washing needs and tell you specifically where traditional methods might damage your property and give you a free estimate for Citra-Shield Biocide power cleaning!

Please request your free site visit & project review by calling 215-357-1498