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Applegate, CA · Placer County
Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal in Applegate
Roof cleaning and moss removal in Applegate, CA starts from $400, using brushing and a whole-roof treatment instead of a pressure washer. Roofs near Applegate's older homes, under the oldest trees, see the most moss.
- Starting at
- $400
- Starting price from $400 in Applegate
- Heavy moss brushed off near older, shaded homes
- Whole-roof treatment for lichen
- Return visit two to three weeks later
- No pressure washer on shingles
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across 43 Google reviews
Insured
$1M
general liability, per occurrence
Guarantee
24h
to report a miss — we re-clean it free
Overview
Moss under the oldest trees
Moss needs shade, and in Applegate the shade sits where the oldest trees do, around the older ranch-style homes. Roofs there are the ones most likely to carry raised moss that has to be brushed off by hand. Newer rural construction further into the foothills is more open, and its roofs more often show flat lichen than heavy growth.
After the heavy moss comes off, the whole roof is sprayed with a treatment that kills what is left at the root. Over the next two to three weeks the lichen dies and blows off in the wind, and we come back to check the result.
Oak debris is the other foothill factor. It collects on Applegate roofs through the year and washes down into the gutters, which are a separate service, so it can make sense to book both for the same trip.
What's included
In the price — and what isn't.
Included in every visit
Moss brushed off
Heavy moss removed mechanically, with a brush.
Whole-roof treatment
Kills lichen and small moss at the root.
Return visit
Two to three weeks later, to check the result.
Clean-up below
What comes off the roof is cleaned up, including on a neighbor's property when houses sit close.
Not included
- Pressure washing the roof: it strips the protective granules off shingles and damages soft roofing
- Roof repairs, replacement shingles and sealing: we clean, we do not re-roof
- Gutter clearing, which is a separate service
Process
How we do Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal.
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Read the growth
We look at what is growing up there, since heavy raised moss and flat lichen need different treatments, and a person replies with a starting price.
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Brush off moss
Heavy moss is brushed off mechanically.
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Treat the roof
The roof is sprayed with a treatment that kills the remaining growth at the root.
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Lichen dies off
Over the following two to three weeks the lichen dies and blows off in the wind. Nothing more is needed from you.
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Return visit
We come back in two to three weeks to see the result for ourselves.
Safety & limits
Safe products, vetted people.
Gentle products
pH-neutral, EPA Safer Choice products by default, matched to each surface.
Background-checked
Every cleaner passes a background check before their first solo visit.
$1M insured
General liability, per occurrence. Damage claims reported within 48 hours are handled by our office.
24-hour re-clean
Tell us within 24 hours and we come back to redo what was missed, free.
Pricing
Clear numbers, quoted up front.
Roof Cleaning · starting at
$400
A person replies with a starting price based on the house and the roof. The return visit is included.
Get my starting priceWhat shapes the price
- Size of the house
- Pitch of the roof
- Height of the building
- How close the neighbors are
- Return visit
- Included, two to three weeks after the treatment.
- Pressure washing
- Never used on the roof.
Regular vs Deep
Maintenance or reset?
Unsure? Most new clients begin with a Deep clean, then settle into Regular visits.
| What's included | Regular | DeepBest first visit |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal for | Staying spotless between visits | First visits, seasonal resets, pre-listing |
| How often | Weekly, bi-weekly or monthly | Every 3 to 6 months |
| Dust, surfaces & floors | Included | Included |
| Kitchen & bathrooms | Standard clean | Scrubbed and degreased |
| Baseboards, vents, switch plates | Not included | Included |
| Inside oven & fridge | Add-on | Discounted add-on |
Photos
Our crews, mid-clean.
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Two cleaners, one open-plan kitchen 
Counters, no streaks 
Bathroom vanity 
Beds made 
Even the tops of the doors
Local notes
Working in Applegate.
Ranch homes, rural lots
Older ranch-style homes sit alongside newer rural construction on larger lots, in a small foothills community.
Fixtures and oaks
Older homes have more original fixtures to clean around, and the foothill oaks add debris on top of the dust valley homes get.
Oaks all year
Oak debris keeps coming down in every season, with dry-season dust layered over it in the warm months.
Coverage
Where we work in Applegate.
All of Applegate, CA (ZIP 95703) is in our service area, from the older ranch homes to the newer rural lots.
- County
- Placer County
- Travel
- Applegate sits between Auburn and Colfax in the Placer County foothills, about 45 minutes northeast of Sacramento.
Applegate, CA service area
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Services in Applegate
Everything we do in Applegate.
- House Cleaningfrom $165
- Deep Cleaningfrom $200
- Move In/Out Cleaningfrom $375
- Window Cleaningfrom $220
- Gutter Cleaningfrom $220
- Pressure Washingfrom $220
- Post-Construction Cleaning$55/hr per cleaner
- Roof Cleaning & Moss Removalfrom $400
- Carpet & Upholstery Cleaningfrom $220
- Airbnb Turnoverfrom $165
- Commercial & Office Cleaningfrom $200
- Tile & Grout Deep Cleaningfrom $220
- Cleanouts & Junk Removalfrom $250
- Dryer Vent Cleaningfrom $150
- Solar Panel Cleaningfrom $150
- Home Organizing$60/hr per cleaner
Reviews
What clients say about Expert Home Cleaners.
The crew was right on time and did a thorough job, leaving everything in my place looking great and taking good care not to disturb anything. Marianna comes every Monday and turns our mess into a home—I wouldn’t give her up for the world.
Very excellent service. The team was on time and easy to reach, and they did a great job on the windows. Friendly crew all around.
The cleaner paid close attention to detail and made sure to focus on the specific areas I asked about. They were on time, friendly, and easy to communicate with throughout the process.
Alina cleans my house every two weeks and does an excellent job. Always. I appreciate the clear communication and consistency. Highly recommend!
My house is absolutely beautiful. I’ve had difficulty being able to clean it to the level that I’m used to and so to have her come in yesterday and just do everything perfectly put me at such a sense of ease I can’t recommend this service any higher
Such a lovely experience . I do not live in the city where the cleaning services were performed. Yaryna was kind, easy to communicate with, clear and responded promptly. The work was outstanding as seen via pictures. Highly recommended this company. Thank you!
Amazing Customer service and my house is perfectly clean! Could not recommend more!
Natalia showed up on time to our cleaning appointment. She was extremely respectful, soft demeanor, and very kind. It's always difficult trusting strangers in our homes, but I felt completely comfortable with having her here. She did an amazing job cleaning, and I will definitely request her return. Thank you so much!
The ladies were very friendly, patient, and hardworking! They did a great job and worked hard to get everything done. I really appreciate their effort and would definitely recommend them!
FAQ
Straight answers.
Something else on your mind? Call or text and a real person answers.
(279) 300-0830Do Applegate roofs near the old ranch ground need more moss treatment?
Often, yes. The oldest trees and heaviest shade are around the older ranch-style homes, so those roofs get more of the mechanical moss removal than newer construction further out.
Do you do the follow-up visit for Applegate roof jobs?
Yes. We return two to three weeks after the treatment to check the result, the same as on any roof we treat, even with the drive out to the foothills.
Do you clean the gutters during a roof job in Applegate?
No, gutter clearing is a separate service. Oak debris fills Applegate gutters through the year, so it often makes sense to book both for the same day.
Who stands behind this page
Reviewed by the owners.
- Last checked
- October 19, 2026
Booking terms
Plans change. We get it.
$50
Deposit per cleaner
Applied to your total. With less than 48 hours of notice it may be kept.
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