After a quick check of the rain gutters to make.
Pine needles on shingle roof.
Its soft nylon construction will not damage your shingles and can also be used for other tasks such as removing vines from screen porches raking and cleaning a pool.
That layer of pine needles is excellent at trapping moisture which causes direct damage to your roof and encourages the growth of moss or mold.
As for preserving them the main thing is to keep the roof clean.
However it s not uncommon for this type of debris to collect in the valleys of your roof from time to time.
This will allow debris shingle grit pine needles leaves and other debris to enter and clog your gutters.
Its unique lightweight design will help you remove leaves pine needles and other debris from your roof while standing safely on the ground.
But just keep in mind and just so you know those pine needles and those leaves will have zero impact on the roof.
We swept and blew off the roofs and collected the needles into large sheets back on solid ground.
Pine straw may also wedge underneath shingles and other roofing which allows a space for water to enter.
They kind of make it look dirty.
Pine straw and needles will clog your gutters when left unattended.
In most cases having leaves pine needles twigs and other objects on your roof isn t any cause for alarm.
The biggest concern for you might be reduced curb appeal.
Whether blocking gutters or clumping in wet patches on your roof this moisture will rot shingles over time.
Just take care when you re up on your roof or standing on a ladder.
While pine needles can dry out quickly the thicket they form prevents moisture from escaping forcing it to linger on your roof.
I know they don t look good.
Shingles that are certified as fire retardant will be permanently protected from fire.
A micromesh gutter protection system is the only type of gutter guard that is proven to keep pine needles out.
An annual sweeping or blowing removes pine needles leaves and other debris that can accumulate on the roof and trap water against the wood.
If you re too aggressive with your removing of those then you could shorten your shingle life.
Believe it or not when we see an asphalt shingle roof that is relatively flat we breath a sigh of relief because we know it s going to be an easier day than normal.
Your solution is fine and better than a broom which can cause shingle granules to dislodge from the asphalt shingles.
Maintain blockage free roof valleys.
Pine needles on your roof.
Reverse curve and large screen gutter guards are simply ineffective because of their large openings.
