Since 2000 in business
Pressure washing and soft washing in Kernersville, NC
Pressure washing in Kernersville: a soft wash for siding and roofs, the right pressure for drives and decks.
Free written estimate before work starts
- Since 2000 in business.
- Licensed and insured.
What we wash
- House sidingVinyl, painted trim and the green film on the shaded north side.Soft wash
- RoofsThe black streaks on asphalt shingles, cleaned without pressure.Soft wash
- Driveways and sidewalksConcrete lifted of dirt, leaf stains and growth.
- Patio pavers and pool decksEach finish washed to suit it, gentler on stamped or coated concrete.
- Wood decking and fence boardsLow pressure with a wood cleaner, ready for new stain or sealer.
Pressure washing or soft washing?
| Surface | Method | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl siding and painted trim | Method: Soft wash | Why: High pressure can force water behind the siding and strip paint. |
| Asphalt shingle roof | Method: Soft wash only | Why: Pressure knocks off the granules that protect the shingle; the cleaner removes the black streaks. |
| Driveways, sidewalks and patios | Method: Pressure washing | Why: Concrete and pavers take a strong jet that lifts dirt, stains and growth from the pores. |
| Pool decks | Method: Pressure or soft wash, by surface | Why: Concrete takes pressure; coated or stamped finishes get a gentler wash. |
| Wood decks and fences | Method: Low pressure with a wood cleaner | Why: Too much pressure raises the grain and leaves marks in the boards. |
Pressure washing a house: what drives the price
Every surface on the house gets its own method, so the estimate lists them one by one.
- Size and number of surfaces
- The square footage of siding, roof, concrete and wood, and how many of them you want cleaned on one visit.
- The materials
- Vinyl, concrete, pavers, wood and shingles each take a different method and cleaner.
- How heavy the buildup is
- A light film of pollen rinses quickly. Years of black mold on a shaded roof or a green deck takes more cleaner and more time.
- Height and access
- Second-story siding and steep roofs need ladders and more setup.
- Surfaces that need extra care
- Painted trim, older wood and stamped or coated concrete get a gentler, slower wash.
House and roof first, concrete last
We soft wash the house and roof
With the windows and doors closed and the furniture moved back, the cleaner goes on at low pressure, sits long enough to work, then is rinsed off.
We pressure wash the flatwork last
Driveways, walks, patios and pool decks are cleaned after the house, so the runoff from above does not land on concrete that is already clean.
A last rinse and a look around
Walks, drive and windows get a final rinse, and we go over each surface with you before we pack up.
When to pressure wash in the Triad
Late spring, once the heaviest pine and oak pollen has fallen, is a good time for siding, decks and fences. Wash in March and the yellow coat is often back within a week.
Summer heat and humidity are when algae and mildew grow fastest, especially on the shaded north and east sides of the house and under trees.
Fall, after the leaves are down, suits driveways, walks and patios, where wet leaves leave dark stains on the concrete.
Once a year is a common rhythm for most homes. A house under heavy shade or near a lot of trees may need it more often. Washing waits for days above freezing, so water does not ice on the walks.
Late spring
Siding, decks and fences, after the pollen.
Summer
Growth is fastest on shaded sides.
Fall
Drives, walks and patios after leaf drop.
The right wash for each surface
The green film on the north side of the house, the black streaks down the roof and the dark patches on the driveway are mostly algae, mildew and mold. Piedmont humidity, shade and frequent rain keep them growing, and spring pollen and fall leaves add their own stains on top.
Total Lawn Care Triad cleans the outside of Kernersville homes. Not every surface should get the same treatment. Concrete can take a strong jet of water. Vinyl siding, painted trim and roof shingles cannot, so they get a soft wash: a cleaning solution at low pressure that kills the growth, then a gentle rinse.
Most homes need both in one visit: a soft wash for the house and roof, and pressure for the drive, walks and patio. Pair a house wash with gutter cleaning and the whole roofline is done in one trip.
Roofs, decks and how often to wash
What is the difference between pressure washing and soft washing?
Pressure washing uses a strong jet of water to scour hard surfaces like concrete and pavers. Soft washing uses low pressure and a cleaning solution that sits on the surface, then is rinsed off, which suits siding and roofs where force does damage.
Do you clean roofs?
Yes, with a soft wash only. The black streaks on an asphalt shingle roof are algae, and a cleaner removes them without the pressure that would strip the granules off the shingles.
How often should a house be washed?
Once a year suits most homes. A house in heavy shade or under a lot of trees can need it more often, because algae and mildew come back faster in the Triad's humid summers.
Can you clean my deck and the deck around my pool?
Yes. Wood decks get a wood cleaner at low pressure, and concrete or paver pool decks are washed to suit their finish. A clean, dry deck is also the first step before new stain or sealer.
Do I need to be home, and how should I get ready?
We will tell you when we book whether you need to be there. Before the visit, move furniture, grills and potted plants away from the house if you can, and close the windows and doors.
Get a washing estimate
Tell us about the job. We come out, look at it with you and put a price in writing. Nothing starts until you approve it.
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