My TT is one years old... local dealer just did a free roof inspection as part of there NYS inspection.. just called me and told me that the roof is dirty and that it looks like its parked under tree in summer... wants over $200.00 to clean the roof.. I told him "no thanks" will do myself.... with that said.. I don't really care if the roof is spotless as long as it last as long as possible. I don't want to go up there scrubbing stuff if it can wear the roof down a bit... will just a hose work? or should I also get a sponge type of mop up there? I don't want to get anything rough that will wear the top off....so I can either A)just hose it offB)hose it off and gently scrub with a sponge mopC)spray dicor aftermarket roof cleaner spray and sponge mop and spray with hose... Im really sorry about these questions. im new to all this and I know a lot of your have years experience. I rather have a dirty roof that last 20 years then a clean roof that last 10-15 years......And I say that because I assume that the more you clean your roof with dicor cleaner or a mop it will wear the roof down some....thank you...

ClickeyYou will get all kinds of advice. I have used a 60/40 water /bleach mix with a tsp. of Dawn dish soap and a garden sprayer for 9 years, on all my TT,s and present MH for 4 years. I just spray it on and hose it off. After it dries, I use a mop saturated with 303. The roof still looks like new on a 12 year old rig.

I will check my roof a couple of times a year. I do not clean it. It looks fine and since it's out of site I have not felt it necessary to keep it sparkling clean. But I'm sure someone will post here with proof that cleaning it will prolong it's life.

RAIN.Same as my sticks and bricks house

I like the 60/40 bleach option. I have cleaned the roof with Dawn dishwashing liquid and a soft brush. You DON'T want to scrub the roof. The only reason I even attempt to clean it is to reduce the black streaks that come down the sides. I asked Thor a few years ago for their advice and they said to use Spic and Span a SOFT brush. No need for any other treatments. Do Not scrub hard if your roof is rubber. On Edit... After posting this I went outside and made up a mixture of water, bleach, dawn in a two gallon garden sprayer. Went on roof and sprayed. Let it sit then hosed it off. Had a few touch up spots but for the most part came out great. No Brushing, No Touching.

The powdered Spic N Span is the best IMO if you can still find it. The liquid is readily available but a different formula.

Dirty roof-what are you guys using to clean? | Good Sam Community

dadmomh
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
x2 on the Roof Cleaner and Roof Conditioner. You need to know for sure what type of roof you have before you start. Our HTT and now TT are under a covered Rockyport, so they did/do stay cleaner. When DH installed the vent covers a few weeks ago he said that the roof could stand a cleaning, but as much as he and his high-tech hip enjoy going up the ladder and onto the roof, I'd bet it'll wait.

Re the ladder....ours is very usable and has a sticker that gives weight limits. If you're not sure, check with the manufacturer, but I'd bet you can go ahead. DH did say that it was a LOT easier than going up the step ladder and then crawling onto the roof.
BradinOhio
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
Another Murphy's Oil Soap user here.
tbred
Explorer II
Apr 22, 2014
My TPO roof manufacturer recommends Murphy's Oil Soap.
2012Coleman
Explorer II
Apr 22, 2014
I'm sure you got a stack of manuals with your TT purchase - did you look in there for info on your roof?
DutchmenSport
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
Dawn is a great cleaner. I use it on lots of thing. But it is also designed to cut right through cooking grease. But Dawn also cuts right through motor oil also ... yea .. petroleum! And anything that will cut through and remove petroleum products (like oil and grease on your hands), will also cut the same oils from rubber! (Think about it).
AtomicChicken
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
I use Dawn w/ a soft brush on a nice long handle - works good.
DutchmenSport
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
I use only Rubber Roof Cleaner made for RV rubber roofs, and then follow up with the Rubber Roof protectant against UV rays. (twice a year .. Spring and middle of summer...) I know there are lesser and cheaper methods, but why take chances on cheaper cleaner solutions that may damage the roof long or short term later. The RV Rubber Roof cleaners and conditioners are designed to have all the "stuff" that will not only remove the dirt, but also put the "nutrients" back in the soil to keep it healthy! (to use a farming analogy here).

My way of thinking: You purchased an RV that cost you a bazillion dollars. Why cheap-out now on servicing it? Use the right product for the right job. You paid the price for the RV, so pay the price to maintain it. Besides, in the log run, the right product will save a costly repair later, especially if the roof dries out because you used too harsh a cleaner on it and it stripped out the oils that make the rubber what it is, and then cracks, tears, and peals.
Monaco_Montclai
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
I use e--and d -------elbow grease,and dawn---now it all happy-camping
gbopp
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
A 'free' roof inspection. :W

It sounds like a money maker for the dealer.
facory
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
Murphy's Oil Soap is a good cleaner.

Forum Discussion

Dirty roof-what are you guys using to clean?

About Travel Trailer Group

Related Content

Dirty Rigs - Cleaning Stop Points?

Dirty Coils?

Dirty Roof

Dirty awning

dirty awning