10/13/2026
We were alarmed to read this morning's Cowichan Valley Citizen report about dozens of young fish found dead in Oliver Creek near Lake Cowichan.
What's particularly concerning is that investigators are looking into whether runoff from nearby roof moss treatments may have contributed to the deaths. The cause hasn't been confirmed, but this is troubling news, especially for those of us working in the exterior-cleaning industry.
This is exactly why we built Valley Wise Exteriors a little differently.
We're proud to be BC Green Business certified and recognized as a Water Friendly Business through Surfrider Foundation Canada. We've developed our own oxygen-based roof treatment, invested in runoff mitigation, and participated in the Yellow Fish Road program to help protect our local waterways.
We take the chemistry, the science, and the environmental impact of our work seriously. Not because it's good advertising, but because we believe it's our responsibility.
Protect the Home. Protect the Homeowner. Protect the Environment.
That's not just our motto. It's the foundation of our business.
We've put together a short statement about the Oliver Creek investigation and why we believe responsible roof maintenance needs to consider more than just getting the moss off.
Because what comes off your roof matters just as much as what goes on it.