Power washing uses heated water whereas its alternative does not. However, they both use psi levels over 1000 to blast away contaminants from surfaces. Since power washing uses hot water, it is best for durable, porous surfaces like concrete and asphalt. Driveways and walkways, for example, are the perfect candidates for this cleaning tactic because they receive a lot of daily wear and tear and are prone to getting tough grime and grease stains.
Neither is necessarily better than the other. It all depends on the material you’re cleaning. Certain surfaces cannot handle a power wash because heat and high water pressure combined can damage them. Overall, both techniques are effective at removing hard stains. You just have to choose the right method depending on what you’re cleaning.
Yes! Vinyl is a very fragile material that can easily dent when power washed. Soft washing is the best method for your home’s siding.
If you’re looking for a quick, easy way to remove old paint from surfaces, then power washing is a great option as it can remove paint from wood, concrete, metal, and more. However, if you’re simply trying to clean the exterior of your home and not take off a layer of paint, then consider using the soft wash process instead. This technique offers a gentle and effective clean and results that last.
The heat and high water pressure can strip away protective coatings, causing leaks between the roofing sheets. If you want to clean your roof, invest in a soft wash system that will remove dirt without causing any lasting damage.
This is a gentle cleaning method that uses environmentally friendly detergents to rejuvenate the exterior of your home. The process utilizes gentle bottom jets of water, so it can be used anywhere on painted or unpainted surfaces without any damage. The soft wash system produces fantastic results without harming the integrity of your property’s surface.
This can be done but is not recommended. Using a pressure washer to clean unsealed surfaces, like wood siding, for example, poses a significant risk for paint damage or even worse, leakage thanks to stripping away protective coating between sheets of roofing. If you do choose to use one on your wood siding, make sure it’s applied at the setting with the lowest power level.
It is recommended to do so once every 2-5 years to keep your roof in good shape. This also reminds you to inspect your roof regularly to prevent minor issues from becoming major problems down the road. LBL Softwash provides routine maintenance to keep your property in the best condition possible.
These ugly black streaks are caused by algae called Gloeocapsa magma, which grow and gradually turn black as they accumulate. Roofs that are constantly in the shade of large trees are especially susceptible to algae growth because moisture stays on the surface longer.
A soft wash can last up to 6 times longer than a pressure wash does because of the detergents used to sanitize the surface(s). Therefore, results can last from 3-5 years depending on the surface being cleaned and the amount of wear and tear it gets.
Built from the ground up right here in Virginia, our company is rooted in hard work, faith, and family values. We treat every home like it’s our own — because our reputation depends on it.
Our advanced softwash system safely removes mold, algae, and grime without damaging your siding or roof. You get a deeper clean that lasts longer — without the risk of surface damage.
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