Professional Roof Washing
Trusted by homeowners for soft wash roof cleaning across the Roanoke & New River Valleys since 1996.
What We Wash
Why It Matters
Asphalt Shingle Roofs
- Algae and moss
- Black streaking
- Soft wash only
- No granule loss
Extends Roof Lifespan
- Stops granule loss
- Removes growth early
- Adds years of life
- Protects material
Metal Roofs
- Oxidation removed
- Algae and staining
- Standing seam safe
- No surface scratch
Protects Your Warranty
- Warranty compliant
- Soft wash required
- Pressure voids cover
- Documented cleaning
Tile and Slate Roofs
- Moss and lichen
- Low pressure only
- No cracking risk
- Material preserved
Eliminates the Source
- Kills at the root
- Prevents regrowth
- Professional solution
- Not just a rinse
Roof Valleys and Gutters
- Debris cleared
- Algae buildup
- Moisture trap areas
- Damage starts here
Improves Curb Appeal
- Black streaks gone
- Green moss removed
- Home looks cared for
- Neighborhood pride
Fascia and Soffits
- Roofline trim cleaned
- Overhang areas
- Uniform appearance
- Complete result
Prevents Structural Damage
- Moss roots penetrate
- Water infiltration
- Deck rot prevented
- Leaks stopped early
What We Wash
Asphalt Shingle Roofs
- Algae and moss
- Black streaking
- Soft wash only
- No granule loss
Metal Roofs
- Oxidation removed
- Algae and staining
- Standing seam safe
- No surface scratch
Tile and Slate Roofs
- Moss and lichen
- Low pressure only
- No cracking risk
- Material preserved
Roof Valleys and Gutters
- Debris cleared
- Algae buildup
- Moisture trap areas
- Damage starts here
Fascia and Soffits
- Roofline trim cleaned
- Overhang areas
- Uniform appearance
- Complete result
Why It Matters
Extends Roof Lifespan
- Stops granule loss
- Removes growth early
- Adds years of life
- Protects material
Protects Your Warranty
- Warranty compliant
- Soft wash required
- Pressure voids cover
- Documented cleaning
Eliminates the Source
- Kills at the root
- Prevents regrowth
- Professional solution
- Not just a rinse
Improves Curb Appeal
- Black streaks gone
- Green moss removed
- Home looks cared for
- Neighborhood pride
Prevents Structural Damage
- Moss roots penetrate
- Water infiltration
- Deck rot prevented
- Leaks stopped early
Your roof is the most exposed surface on your property. Virginia's humidity, shade, and seasonal moisture create the perfect conditions for algae, moss, lichen, and the black streaking caused by Gloeocapsa magma to take hold on your shingles. Left untreated, that biological growth breaks down your roofing material, voids manufacturer warranties, and shortens the lifespan of your roof by years. Hot Shot Pressure Washing has been solving that problem for homeowners across the Roanoke Valley since 1996.
We use a soft wash approach on every roof we clean, meaning low pressure and professional cleaning solutions do the work instead of raw water pressure. High pressure on a roof destroys shingles, blasts away granules, and creates leaks. Soft wash eliminates the growth at the root and keeps your roof intact. No shortcuts. No damage. No runaround. Just clean.
We soft wash every roof we touch regardless of material type. Asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and tile all require low pressure and the right chemistry. We assess your roof condition before we start and adjust our approach for your specific surface. Many homeowners pair roof washing with gutter cleaning to handle the full roofline in a single visit.
Brian Mehalso, owner of Hot Shot Pressure Washing, built this company on one standard: show up on time, do the job right, and treat every property like it is your own. Thirty years of residential work across the Roanoke Valley, New River Valley, and surrounding communities is not something you build by cutting corners, and every roof we wash reflects that commitment.
Hot Shot has been keeping roofs clean across Salem, Roanoke, Christiansburg, Blacksburg, and the communities in between since 1996. Whether your roof has new streaking or biological staining that has been building for years, our trained technicians have the equipment and soft wash expertise to remove it safely and completely without a single shingle out of place. Many homeowners add house washing to get the full exterior handled in one scheduled visit so everything looks clean top to bottom.
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How It Works
Hear It From Our Neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers from a team that has seen it all.
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Those black streaks are not dirt. They are a living organism called Gloeocapsa magma, a type of algae that feeds on the limestone filler in your shingles and spreads across your roof over time. Hot Shot removes it completely using soft wash methods that kill the growth at the root so it does not come back in weeks the way a simple rinse would.
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Pricing starts based on roof size, pitch, material type, and level of biological growth. A small single-story asphalt shingle roof will cost less than a large multi-surface roof with significant moss or lichen buildup. We provide free on-site estimates so you get an accurate number before any work begins. Contact Hot Shot Pressure Washing at 540-772-8887 to schedule yours.
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No. Soft washing uses low pressure and professional cleaning solutions to lift biological growth without disturbing granules, cracking tiles, or forcing water under your shingles. Many roofing manufacturer warranties actually require soft wash cleaning and are voided by high pressure washing. Hot Shot uses the method your warranty calls for.
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Most residential roof washes are completed in two to four hours depending on roof size and condition. You do not need to be home. Our crew completes the work professionally and walks through the results before leaving. We just ask that pets are kept inside and vehicles are moved away from the roofline during the wash.
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Most roofs benefit from professional soft wash cleaning every one to three years depending on tree cover, shade exposure, and humidity levels around your home. Roofs under heavy tree canopy or in shaded areas tend to develop biological growth faster. Hot Shot can assess your roof and recommend a cleaning schedule that keeps it protected year-round.
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Hot Shot washes all residential roof types including asphalt shingles, metal roofing, tile, and slate. Each material requires a different pressure setting and cleaning chemistry and we assess your specific roof before we start. The result is a clean roof regardless of material type with no damage and no shortcuts.
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Hot Shot Services
Communities We Serve
Service Areas
Hot Shot Pressure Washing has proudly served the Roanoke Valley since 1996. From Salem and Roanoke to the surrounding communities, we show up on time and leave every property looking its best.
Counties commonly served:Roanoke County · Botetourt County · Bedford County · Franklin County · Montgomery County · Craig County · Floyd County · Rockbridge County · Alleghany County
Independent Cities commonly served:City of Roanoke · City of Salem · City of Vinton · City of Covington · City of Radford · City of Lynchburg