How To Apply Moss Out On Roofs

Timing the best time to kill moss is in late.

How to apply moss out on roofs.

For moss thicker than one inch use the higher rate. Attach strips of zinc 37 the home depot or zinc coated metal flashing strips just below a roof s peak or ridge caps. The best time to kill the moss is before it releases its spores which means applying moss killer early in the year while the weather is still cold. Mix one part with 19 parts water 6 8 oz in 1 gallon of water.

As moss dies rains will wash dead moss away. Apply mixed solution at 0 8 2 5 gallons per 100 ft 2 10 30 fl. Liquid formulations provide easy thorough coverage. Mix 8 ounces of moss out in 3 gallons of water and apply with a watering can to drench the moss to treat 125 square feet.

To apply wet moss killer attach the garden hose to the container. Maintain a consistent flow of moss killer down the line. If moss is dry thoroughly wet moss with water before treating. For flat roofs or roofs that aren t safe to walk on use a liquid formula and a pump style sprayer to cover all the roof surfaces easily.

Shake well before using. Roundup for lawns 4 ready to use wand 1 gal. To apply as spray use a sprinkling can or tank sprayer. For roofs and structures.

This product can be applied directly from container as a powder. Run the water for a moment until the moss killer begins to flow out. Dispense the moss killer in lines about 2 feet apart parallel to the roof ridge. To 4 000 sq ft of area.

To apply dry powder moss killer place an extension ladder against the house and climb to the roof. Destroying existing moss is done most effectively during times when its growth is most rapid and when rain is not expected for several days. You can speed the process with a broom or rake too. Granular formulations are easy to quickly broadcast over large areas.

Then spray the roof beginning at the ridge and working downward. When it rains water flows over the metal strips leaching out moss retardant zinc particles which attach to roof shingles and or tiles to stop new moss from forming.