Everyone knows we water plants before, during, and after the roof cleaning process, right ? Ever wonder why ? So did I, back a long time ago. So, I thought I would ask what is the exact killing mechanism of the roof cleaning chemicals. http://www.madsci.org/posts/archives...0591.Bt.q.html
Chlorine, or what we call Sodium Hypochlorite can kill or damage unprotected plants two ways. One, by cellular degeneration. Two, by salt poisoning the plants.
Here are some pictures of damaged plants, to show what awaits your customers if you fail to take proper precautions.
Make no mistake, your customers plants will be compromised if not protected.
"When in doubt, cover it, divert it, rinse and water the heck out of sensitive areas with plants and shrubbery or if possible, move it out...of the way"
An easy solution to keep your deductible and commercial insurance rates low.
Good reminder for the up coming season Chris,... I always tell my customers "Your plants will not be harmed by the product because we keep the water flowing,...they may die from drowning BUT they will not die from the chemical!!"....Always gets a chuckle out of them.
Good reminder for the up coming season Chris,... I always tell my customers "Your plants will not be harmed by the product because we keep the water flowing,...they may die from drowning BUT they will not die from the chemical!!"....Always gets a chuckle out of them.
Jeff
Jeff thats too funny. The wife just started a new job a couple of weeks ago but was working with me Cleaning Roofs. She would water 1 plant or bush for so long that I started telling my customers the same thing. LOL... Gotta Love Roof Cleaning though!