Step one break the seal on the target shingle.
How to remove shingles from your roof.
Ensure that as you remove the shingles you are taking them from the roof and into the dumpster.
Continue tearing off the shingles and underlayment until you reach the roof jacks then start over at the top of the roof.
After you have removed all shingles from one side of the roof it is now necessary to walk the roof and remove any roofing nails that have been left behind.
Push the shingles down to the roof jacks.
Follow the store bought cleaner s instructions for how long you should leave the cleaner on the moss.
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Remove the shingles in layers as you work your way up the roof.
You will want to start from one side of your roof and work your way to the other side.
The first step obviously requires the removal of the nails holding that shingle to the roof deck.
With either your homemade cleaner or a store bought option spray the.
In the photo below the target shingle perhaps it needs replacement due to damage from a falling object or roof.
Using your garden hose on low pressure.
To access the nails.
This will keep the area clean as you progress toward the center of the roof.