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The Roof Life of Oregon Official Blog

Roofing is complicated, but we hope you find value in the various topics and posts we’ve procured over the years from our exceptional service to the Greater Portland Metro. If you have any additional questions, please Contact Us.

New To Portland? Here Are 5 Things To Know About Your Roof.

If you just moved to the Portland area and looking for a new roof, check out these 5 things to know about your roof from Roof Life of Oregon Founder …

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A pH Balanced Roof is Healthy Roof

If you can control the pH level of your roof, black fungus and moss will grow on someone else’s. That’s not a magic trick. We’re just talking prevention. The pH …

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Roofing Before Landscaping

Every summer we get calls from homeowners asking how and when they should schedule their home maintenance projects around each other; “should I paint or get my roof cleaned first?”, …

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If you’re looking for a team that is as knowledgeable as they are kind and proactive, Roof Life of Oregon is the choice for you. Contact us today to experience the difference for yourself.

Dirty Roofs Cause Moss

All of us eat a little bit of it, some play in it and most of us breathe it. Some of our sports are named after it. We have filters, …

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Is Laundry Detergent A Good DIY Moss Killer?

There’s an old wives’ tale that’s been around for a longtime that says laundry detergent is a good homemade roof moss killer. Well, it will kill the moss. But it …

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Why Zinc Sulfate Is Bad For Your Roof

Key Takeaways Despite its known dangers, zinc sulfate has become a popular method of fighting moss growth on roofs due to its accessibility and low cost. Zinc sulfate is inherently …

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Your Roof: What to Avoid

We’ve been around for over thirty-four years in the Portland area. We’ve learned a lot about roof maintenance and how to make your roof looks good and last longer. We’ve …

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Copper / Zinc Strip Failure – Moss in the Portland Area

We’re on a 7 year old asphalt shingle roof. This is actually the best I have ever seen a copper or zinc strip work. This is actually copper so it …

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How Moss Damages Your Roof: 4 Things You Should Know

Key Takeaways Moss is a small, nonvascular flowerless plant that typically forms in dense, mat-like green clumps with a spongy feel. The presence of moisture, shade, and organic debris can …

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