How To Apply Moss Out On Roofs

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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. For roofs and structures. 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.

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. If moss is dry thoroughly wet moss with water before treating. Apply at the rate of 4 lbs. Maintain a consistent flow of moss killer down the line.

To apply as spray use a sprinkling can or tank sprayer. Roundup for lawns 4 ready to use wand 1 gal. Timing the best time to kill moss is in late. Apply mixed solution at 0 8 2 5 gallons per 100 ft 2 10 30 fl.

Run the water for a moment until the moss killer begins to flow out. To apply dry powder moss killer place an extension ladder against the house and climb to the roof. To 4 000 sq ft of area. 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. This product can be applied directly from container as a powder. Granular formulations are easy to quickly broadcast over large areas. To be proactive in moss control treat your roof right before the rainy season each year.

As moss dies rains will wash dead moss away. You can speed the process with a broom or rake too. To apply wet moss killer attach the garden hose to the container. Apply granules when moss is damp with dew and then lightly water to activate the iron.

Dispense the moss killer in lines about 2 feet apart parallel to the roof ridge. 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.