The Problem:​​​​
Red Algae
The genus Trentepohlia would not, at first glance, be
taken as a green alga. Free-living species are mostly
yellow to bright orange or red-brown in colour, due to
the orange pigment, haematochrome (ß-carotene),
which usually hides the green of the chlorophyll.
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Cyanobacteria - Green Algae
Filamentous cyanobacteria and green algae are capable
of forming dense mucous-like layers on
surfaces which produce characteristic colourations on
the substrata. Can produce blackish-green
pigmentation which leaches into the substrate on which
it is growing.
Fungi
Chemoorganotrophic fungi are especially concentrated
in stone crusts. They are able to penetrate into the rock
material by hyphal growth and by biocorrosive activity,
due to the excretion of organic acids or by the oxidation
of mineral forming cations, preferably iron and
manganese.
Mosses
Botanically, mosses are non-vascular plants in the land
plant division Bryophyta. They harvest sunlight to create food by photosynthesis.
The moist environment of a rooftop shaded by trees is
an ideal growing area for mosses.
Lichens
A lichen consists of 2 or more partners that live together
symbiotically, with both of them benefiting from the
alliance. One partner is a fungus. The other is either an
alga (usually a green alga) or a cyanobacterium.
The Solution
Treatment of surfaces with a biocidal wash
AlgoClear Pro is a QAC which is effective at all the target
organisms usually associated with surface spoilage. In the
case of the lichens and mosses, it is the algal component
of the consortium that is to be targeted and as such with
destabilise the lichen or moss and cause them to dye.
Hence Algoclear is acting as a remedial treatment of
surfaces to reduce the presence of microbial species
present which are causing discolouration or destruction of
the surface. QAC’s are extremely effective at killing a range
of species frequently seen on substrates.
Works on various surfaces and substrates
The Process
A. Contact us and if possible send pictures of the problem areas, we should be able to quote from these. (free)
B. We will then arrange a site visit if you're happy with the quote (free)
We can spray a sample patch and take a deposit then or the day before we come out.
Fermanagh £100 All other counties £150
. The remainder of the balance to be paid after the work has been carried out.​
Finally, we will be in touch 4 weeks from application to make sure everything is progressing as it should. In the end of the day, we want EVERY client to be happy.
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REMEMBER: Algoclear pro takes time to work, to clean, as it is NOT a harsh damaging bleach..
What next?
Three paths are available post cleaning.
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A. To put in place a cleaning maintenance program at a considerably reduced fee. (Remember unless the climate becomes drier etc. Algae will slowly return.)
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B. To TREAT your now clean walls with 'Emperor Masonry Creme' . This will benefit your walls in several ways:
1. Less moisture = less Algae etc.
2. Considerably less damage due to substrates from 'freezing thawing' cycles.
3. More heat retention due to moisture not being held in walls - think of how engine cooling works.
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C. Paint - again using Emperor, this is 20 yr + guaranteed product.
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Emperor Masonry Creme is:
SUPER HYDROPHOBIC
Protect your home
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Emperor Masonry Creme’s unique technology doesn’t just make your walls water repellent, it makes them super hydrophobic
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Rain simply rolls off your walls, leaving your home dry and protected from the damaging effects of the weather
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Reduces the absorption of water in your walls by 96%
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Helps to prevent penetrating damp and the costly repairs it leads to.
HIGHLY BREATHABLE
No more compromises
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With an SD breathability value of just 0.01, the same as limewash, you can breathe easy knowing your walls are breathing easily too
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Air and water vapour can easily escape because the pores of the walls are not sealed
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Penetrates deep into the masonry and creates a chemical bond to the wall whilst maintaining the masonry’s natural open-pore structure
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Emperor Masonry Creme gives you the protection you want with the breathability you need, no compromises.
The two images below clearly show where the creme has been applied. The first has been applied to K Rend the 2nd is a very common Quoin found on lots of houses. With a 25 year guarantee it is to be recommended even if just applied to window sills and Quions.
