Why Algae and Mildew Grow So Fast on Louisiana Homes (And How to Stop It)
The Science Behind Green and Black Exterior Stains
If you see unsightly green film on vinyl or black streaks running down walls, you are looking at airborne spores of airborne cyanobacteria called Gloeocapsa magma and green algae. Southwest Louisiana’s high relative humidity and warm temperatures create an ideal greenhouse effect for these microscopic organisms.
Why Pressure Blasting Fails
Blasting algae with plain water from a standard pressure washer only removes the top visible layer while leaving root micro-spores intact inside microscopic wall crevices. Within weeks, the algae blooms right back. Soft washing uses proprietary surfactants that kill spores down to the root, keeping your home clean 3x longer.
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