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Why Lichen Roots Are More Damaging to Roofs Than Pure Moss
Homeowners across the Sunshine Coast are no strangers to organic roof growth. Our subtropical climate—marked by warm temperatures, high humidity, and heavy seasonal downpours—creates the perfect environment for organisms like moss and lichen to thrive. While thick, green moss carpets often look more alarming from the street, it is actually the flatter, crust-like lichen that causes far more permanent structural damage to roofing materials. Understanding the biologic