radfahrer Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 (edited) I am gradually getting a thick carpet of moss on my roof,some people say it does no harm but i,m not so sure,can anyone advise me of a good firm that will remove this eye sore, Yes there is such a word as rooves,its not used as much these day,s i just thought i would get that in before the clever dicks start Edited October 10, 2011 by radfahrer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierrot Lunaire Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Yes there is such a word as rooves,its not used as much these day,s i just thought i would get that in before the clever dicks start You don't have to be that clever to get moss off a roof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebees Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 rooves.... are you sure? Hoof goes to hooves but I'm sure that there is some reason why you cannot put a ves on roof (minus the f). You could always try a jet wash machine like a Karcher or something, even if it didn't work it would be hilarious to see...don't warn the neighbours .....so long as you do not live next door to me, that is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radfahrer Posted October 10, 2011 Author Share Posted October 10, 2011 (edited) Yes there is such a word as rooves,its not used as much these day,s i just thought i would get that in before the clever dicks start You don't have to be that clever to get moss off a roof. yes i know,i just don,t want to break my neck ,i would rather have it done by ppl with the correct equipment,also you need to use a special spray to prevent it from returning Edited October 10, 2011 by radfahrer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebees Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Pffft never mind moss on your roof I've just been trying to find out why roof is pluralised by s and not ves, anyway, it seems that there is no real reason, it is an exception to the rule and thats that. English is great. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevster Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I think the 'rooves' form is more common in the antipodes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierrot Lunaire Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Yer bunch of pooves. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piebaps Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Sit on the roof and kick it off 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitro Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Low pressure jet wash? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burt Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Thomas and Son, did my neighbours and did a good job. They've done a few round here now. Good blokes. http://www.thomasandson.co.im/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macmannin Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 If you put a length of copper wire on the ridge tile it will kill the moss over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_plural_form_of_roof_-_roofs_or_rooves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 there are lots of pikey type folks about these day to do that sort of job, hey they will even paint it with a special paint for you, although you may be cheeper getting a new roof in the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossils Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Just a thought: http://www.ecogreenroofs.co.uk/benefits/ "Green roofs provide many benefits, not only to the environment, but also in an aesthetic and ecomomical way. Here are some of the major benefits having a green roof installed onto your property or building. Storm Water Run Off Vegetated roofs are able to retain on average 82 % of rainfall compared to 27 % on pure gravel rooftops; and this is even better on roofs with a 2 % slope (up to 87 % retention). (Nicholaus et al. 2005). back to top Habitat for rare wildlife Green roofs provide a stepping stone for many rare birds endangered by the lack of suitable habitats. They also provide a home for many rare insects, beetles, spiders and plant species. back to top Sound Insulation University of Sheffield research shows that a 20 - 100mm dry growing medium could achieve an extra SPL (Sound Pressure Level) attenuation of 10 - 40dB, depending on frequency. back to top Air quality Studies have suggested a 37% reduction of sulphur dioxide (that causes acid rain) and a 21% reduction in nitrous acid can be achieved in the air above a green roof, when compared to other air samples taken nearby (Yok Tan and Sia 2005.) back to top Water Quality Water is cleaned when passing through a green roof system. Kohler and Schmidt (1990) found that 60% of cadmium, copper and lead, and approximately 16% of zinc, can be removed from rainwater on passing through a green roof. back to top Air conditioning bills Publications have indicated that the need for air conditioning in summer months can actually be reduced by 6 % and, combined with a 1-2 % reduction of the urban heat island effect; greened cities could see electrical demand come down by 5 % (Booth 2006). back to top Heating Bills Heating bills can also reduced by a green roof, with an average saving of around 4 %. back to top Roof life Span Studies have proven that a green roof can increase a roof’s lifespan by up to 3 times. There are a couple of examples where the green roof has not needed to be replaced for over 100 years! The green roof protects the waterproofing from UV rays, frost and ice. back to top Thermal Benefits Investigations into the thermal properties of green roofs have revealed that plants themselves significantly reduce air temperatures both inside the building and in the immediate environment (Niachou et al. 2001). Experiments in Toronto, Canada, comparing common flat roofs, painted white roofs and green roofs found that, on average, roof temperatures on dry summer days were 65˚C, 42˚C and 35˚C respectively. back to top Planning Permission In some cases a green roof factored into a new building’s design can help you gain planning permission. If green roofs are for an existing building then planning permission for the green roof itself is very rarely needed." 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringburner Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 We have a roof with a very steep pitch that had a thick layer of moss, and there was NO WAY I was climbing up there, so we got Ollie Gelling and his chaps in to do it (have a look in the phone book) they were quick and done an excellent job. And to Macmannin, apparently the thickness of copper cable required to prevent moss growing makes that option very expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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