Hazlet NJ Roof Washing & Exterior Restoration: Eliminating Moss, Algae, and Lichen

This Hazlet, New Jersey home had reached the point where mold, algae, moss, and lichen had taken over from the roof to the driveway. The homeowner was great to work with and appreciated that Above & Beyond Softwash could squeeze them in before temperatures dropped. What looked like a simple cleanup was actually a full-scale exterior restoration, and the homeowner later said they "couldn't believe their eyes" when we finished.

We began on the roof because heavy moss and lichen were the biggest threat. In Hazlet, ignoring that growth can be an expensive mistake. We blew out the gutters and bagged the downspouts to collect runoff, protecting landscaping and storm drains. Then we performed a professional roof wash using our soft wash process, never high pressure on shingles. Soft washing kills the organics at the root, and you will often see the moss turn white, which means it is dead. From there it safely detaches over time with wind and rain, preserving the roof's granules and extending its life.

The rest of the house received the same careful treatment. The residence had a mix of vinyl and brick siding that was buried under heavy algae. We soft washed the entire exterior, including dormers, soffits, eaves, and gutter fascia, and we cleaned the white vinyl fence so the whole property looked consistent. During the job we pointed out areas of oxidation on the siding. Our soft wash removes algae and dirt, but it will not reverse a chalky, sun-damaged finish. We share that reality upfront so homeowners know what to expect, no surprises, only honest results.

Concrete and brick trim, including the driveway and front stairs, were a dark, slippery mess from black mold and grime. We pretreated the concrete with our soft wash solution to break the biological bond, then followed with a professional rinse that pulls grime out of the concrete pores. The surface is no longer a slip hazard, and the entry now presents a clean, safer approach to the house.

Throughout the project Above & Beyond Softwash handled details that matter. We taped electrical outlets, saturated landscaping to protect plants, and followed owner-operated procedures so the job was done by experienced hands, not a rotating crew. That approach keeps quality consistent and leaves a perfect finish you can see from the curb.

One pro tip for Hazlet homeowners, which we stressed to the client, is that those black streaks on shingles are often a bacteria called Gloeocapsa Magma, and it eats the limestone filler in shingles. A rookie using pressure washing can remove protective granules and cause permanent damage. A professional roof washing, done with manufacturer-approved soft wash chemistry, kills the bacteria without harming the roof.

If moss, algae, or lichen are taking over your home in Hazlet or Monmouth county, restore the exterior before you have to replace it. Call or text us at 732-272-6013 to schedule a roof wash and full exterior restoration.