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Stucco and siding in Bonita Springs

House washing in Bonita Springs, FL

A low-pressure soft wash lifts algae, mildew and stains from stucco and siding without chipping the finish. Ask for a written quote.

  • Soft wash for stucco, block and siding
  • Plants and lanai screens protected
  • Quote in writing before work starts

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What needs cleaning?

What is soft wash house washing?

House washing in Bonita Springs usually means soft washing. Instead of blasting the wall with a narrow, hard jet, the crew applies a cleaning solution at low pressure, lets it work on the algae and mildew, then rinses it off with plenty of water. The pressure is about what you would get from a strong garden hose.

That matters because most homes here are block with a stucco coat, and stucco is a porous, textured finish. Hard spray can chip it, force water into hairline cracks and behind window trim, and strip paint in patches. Soft washing does the cleaning with the solution instead of force.

It also suits painted wood trim, fiber cement and vinyl siding, soffits and fascia, garage doors, and the columns at an entry. Screened lanais and pool cages can be cleaned the same gentle way when the frames look chalky or spotted.

Why does stucco turn green, gray and black in Bonita Springs?

Warm temperatures and high humidity keep walls damp for much of the year. After a summer afternoon storm, the north and shaded sides of a house stay wet long after the sun returns. That is where algae takes hold first.

  • Green growth shows up low on walls, behind shrubs and under roof overhangs.
  • Black or dark gray streaks are mildew and fungi, often settled into the texture of the stucco.
  • Orange rust spots often trace back to irrigation spray that hits the wall. Iron in some well water leaves those marks, and a rust remover is needed on top of the wash.
  • Chalky film is old paint breaking down in strong sun.

Homes closer to the coast also collect a gray salt and dust film. Regular cleaning is easier than waiting until the growth is thick.

What changes the price of washing a house?

No honest quote starts with a number before someone has seen the home. These things move the price:

  • Square footage of the walls and the number of stories.
  • How thick the growth is and whether rust needs treating.
  • Extras such as lanai cages, garage doors, fences or a pool deck.
  • Landscaping that must be covered or wet down first.
  • Access around the house, including gates and narrow side yards.

A two-story house with a tile roof takes longer and needs more setup than a one-story ranch, and the quote will reflect that. Ask for a written quote that lists what is included. If you also want the slab done, see driveway pressure washing and ask for both on one visit.

Many single-story homes take a few hours, and larger homes can take most of a day. Weather can change that, since wind and rain make a rinse harder to control.

Before we start

Close windows and doors, and move cars, grills and patio furniture away from the walls. Tell the crew about loose trim, old caulk or cracked stucco. If you have a security camera or a lanai door that sticks, mention that too.

During and after

Plants are rinsed before and after so the solution does not burn them. Walls are cleaned from the top down and rinsed the same way. Streaks fade as the wall dries, so look at the result in daylight once it is dry. Some stains lift in one pass, and heavy staining may need a second treatment.

When should I call?

Call when the walls look dirty from the street, when an association letter mentions mildew, or before you paint, sell or host guests. Washing before paint matters, since paint will not hold well on a chalky or mildewed surface. Many owners clean in the weeks after the wet season ends, though a house can be cleaned in most months.

If the roof is also streaked, look at roof soft washing, because runoff from a dirty roof can mark clean walls again. For everything we do, start at the home page.

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Questions about pressure washing in Bonita Springs

What is the difference between pressure washing and soft washing a house?

Pressure washing relies on force to blast dirt off. Soft washing uses low pressure and a cleaning solution that kills the growth, then a rinse. For stucco, painted surfaces and siding, soft washing is the gentler choice and tends to last longer because it treats the algae itself.

Will washing hurt my plants and landscaping?

Care is taken to keep it from doing so. Plants are wet down before and after, and the solution is kept diluted and rinsed off. Tell the crew about delicate plants, new sod or anything you want covered. Pots and small items are easier to move before the crew arrives.

Can you wash a house with peeling paint?

Yes, but washing can lift loose paint, which then shows how much repainting the wall needs. It is better to know that than to paint over mildew. The crew can point out failing areas, and cleaning first gives a painter a sound surface to work on.

How often should a stucco house be washed?

There is no fixed schedule. Shaded walls and homes with heavy tree cover may need cleaning sooner than sunny ones. A good sign is the first green or dark film at the base of the walls or under the eaves. Treating it early is usually easier.

Do you clean lanai cages and screens?

Lanai frames and screens can be cleaned at low pressure, and it is often added to a house wash. Mention it when you ask for a quote so it is listed. Screens are easy to damage, so they are rinsed gently rather than sprayed hard.

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How it works

  1. Send photos or request a visit

    Tell us what needs cleaning.

  2. Get a written quote

    Clear price before any work starts.

  3. We clean and tidy up

    Rinse, check and leave the site clean.

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