6 min read · Updated 2026-01-15
Is Pressure Washing Safe for Roofs?
Pressure washing damages concrete and most clay tiles. It's only acceptable on natural slate and certain stonework.
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Pressure washing damages concrete and most clay tiles. It's only acceptable on natural slate and certain stonework.
What pressure washing does
High-pressure water removes the cementitious surface coating, exposing porous aggregate that holds moisture and accelerates moss regrowth.
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