How To Apply Moss Out On Roofs

Attach strips of zinc 37 the home depot or zinc coated metal flashing strips just below a roof s peak or ridge caps.

How to apply moss out on roofs.

Apply at the rate of 4 lbs. You can speed the process with a broom or rake too. Destroying existing moss is done most effectively during times when its growth is most rapid and when rain is not expected for several days. Run the water for a moment until the moss killer begins to flow out.

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. 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. 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. If moss is dry thoroughly wet moss with water before treating.

Roundup for lawns 4 ready to use wand 1 gal. Liquid formulations provide easy thorough coverage. For moss thicker than one inch use the higher rate. To apply wet moss killer attach the garden hose to the container.

Then spray the roof beginning at the ridge and working downward. Shake well before using. 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. Mix one part with 19 parts water 6 8 oz in 1 gallon of water.

To apply as spray use a sprinkling can or tank sprayer. To apply dry powder moss killer place an extension ladder against the house and climb to the roof. This product can be applied directly from container as a powder. Apply mixed solution at 0 8 2 5 gallons per 100 ft 2 10 30 fl.

To be proactive in moss control treat your roof right before the rainy season each year. For roofs and structures. Dispense the moss killer in lines about 2 feet apart parallel to the roof ridge. Maintain a consistent flow of moss killer down the line.

To 4 000 sq ft of area. Timing the best time to kill moss is in late.