How to clean roof (can't get on it) ??

[LetsRV]

Class A DP. Rubber roof (known as Brite Tek which I believe is TPO type product). Long story short, I can get on a ladder and get to top of MH (rinse with hose) but unable to actually get on top of motorhome (personal physical issue).

I don't want to pay CW $300 or $400 to clean the roof. It's not in too bad of a shape, dirty wise. Any products or suggestions for being able to spray something on it, rinse it off, and get a cleaner roof??

I know it's not as good as scrubbing but under the circumstances I'd settle for a half-a$$ed job. 🙂 Kind of like paying good money and then getting a poor job of cleaning.

I wouldn't mind a poor job if I didn't have to pay good money for it. 🙂

Anyway, any suggestions and comments would be appreciated.

[gemert]

I would be more concerned that the roof is getting re-sealed every 2 years or so. I did the 5er I owned for 15 years every year. If you can't get up there to do it CW will do it for a pretty decent price and they will clean it first.

[Ray_IN]

jwmII wrote:
Check your area for a Blue Beacon truck wash. My experience with them is They'll give you a decent job at a fair and decent price and do the rest of the vehicle too.
Get an estimate first

I agree, Blue Beacon RV wash Their price for a 40'MH is $38.50 for the basic wash. The roof will be extra.

[FIRE_UP]

Tinstar wrote:
Got any kids or grand-kids around?

This is what I was going to suggest. When I was growing up, I'd wash cars/trucks/etc. for around $3.00 plus or minus. And, there were lots of kids like me that were willing to mow lawns, wash cars, do yard work of some sort, all kinds of stuff. But todays kids are "electronic gizmo" proned. None of them want to get out and EARN any money 'cause Mom and Dad will give it to them anytime they want it.

So, if there's none of the "workers" around in your neighborhood, I'd definitely look up some detailers in your area. If you've got any RV parks etc. in your area, some of those detailers may frequent the place and, you may get a chance to contact one of them. Good luck. And yes, it will pay off to get it done. There's always a form of oxidation of those roofs that's going cause a bit of streaking etc. so, a good washing every once in a while, will reduce that streaking.
Good luck.
Scott

[DSDP_Don]

You say you can get on a ladder and rinse the roof. How about using a brush on a pole and wash it from the edge. Start at the high end of the coach and do what you feel comfortable with and then some more the next day. Just keep working downhill.

[wildtoad]

I mix up a batch of water, soap, bleach spray it on let it stand for 5-10 minutes and hose it off. No brushing. Repeat if needed. I use a 2 gallons yard sprayer. I get on the roof, but could be done from ladder.

[maanpaontheroad]

I purchased a 8 foot platform ladder from Graingers. Makes it safe for cleaning your roof.

[jwmII]

Check your area for a Blue Beacon truck wash. My experience with them is They'll give you a decent job at a fair and decent price and do the rest of the vehicle too.
Get an estimate first

[Tinstar]

Got any kids or grand-kids around?

[msmith1199]

Here is a better example. This one is in Keller Texas if you want to take a trip there to wash your rv!

[msmith1199]

This is kind of like what I'm talking about, but I can't find a better photo. I've seen them like this in regular car wash type bays that are oversize and have the catwalks down both sides.

[msmith1199]

Look around for a self serve truck wash. Or even a self serve RV wash. They will often have catwalks along the side with nice easy stairs to get up on and a railing so you don't fall off. I don't have one near me or I'd use it, but I've seen them around.

[jfkmk]

A little bit of dirt doesn't hurt these roofs. I'd just spray a little water on it, dip a long handled brush (with SOFT bristles) in a bucket of cleaner (I prefer simple green) and give it a light scrubbing from the ladder.

[Pogoil]

Many parks have people who come and wash RVs. I see you are from Portland, they must have many who do mobile detail and could come to your home.

Pogoil.