Removing Moss and Stains from Fascias and Soffits Effectively
So your soffits and facias used to be white! But now they're looking more black or green! Those stains and moss love to party on your fascia boards, those pieces that cover the ends of your roof rafters. Your soffit areas get hit, too. These areas are easily stained because water constantly drips down there. Your gutters might leak a little. Rain blows sideways during storms. Snow melts slowly. All this water makes moss super happy, leading to staining. Why does Moss grow in these spots? Moss needs three basic things to grow: water, food, plus shade. Your house's upper areas check all these boxes perfectly. Consider where these parts are located in your home. They don't get much direct sunlight during most days. Water sits there longer than in other places. Dead leaves pile up in your gutters right above them—a perfect storm for moss growth. Getting Ready to Fight Back Before you start your moss battle, gather the right stuff. You'll need a sturdy ladder that reaches yo...