In many cases, hiring professionals who specialize in exterior house cleaning services is much more prudent and cost-effective than going DIY. Why? Because without the right equipment or experience, it’s easy to dent or warp your vinyl siding, peel the paint off trim or railings, or even leave streaks across concrete, among other expensive mishaps!
Here are some common issues you might run into when attempting pressure washing on your own.
Using the wrong pressure
If you think that using higher pressure can give you better results, you may end up damaging your home’s exterior surfaces. In reality, pressure washing involves other important factors beyond spraying power.
You also need to consider:
- The strength of the cleaning solution
- How the solution is applied
- The spray angle
- The type of surface you’re cleaning
You could end up using too much water pressure, which can strip paint or create cracks in wood and stucco instead of removing dirt.
Using the wrong cleaners
Some household cleaners react poorly with siding materials or painted surfaces, leading to discoloration or residue that attracts more dirt later. You might even leave streaks or harm nearby plants or landscaping if you fail to rinse them off properly. With exterior house cleaning services, you won’t have to think about which cleaners to use.
Safety risks homeowners often overlook
When you’re working from a ladder on uneven ground or dealing with slippery surfaces, things can get risky pretty quickly. Even a fall from a one-story height can lead to serious injuries. And when water and electricity are involved, the chance of accidents increases even more.
Another thing you may not realize is that DIY cleaning can affect warranties. If you damage the paint or roofing during pressure washing, the manufacturer may not cover the repairs. Some warranties actually require proof that the cleaning was done using approved professional exterior house cleaning services. Even if everything looks fine at first, hidden problems like trapped moisture or small cracks in the siding can show up later and lead to mould and rot.
Why hire professionals?
When you hire The Wash Gang for house cleaning, you can count on experienced teams that bring proper training and reliable products designed specifically for exterior materials.
Our exterior house cleaning services thoroughly clean your home while protecting its features and your landscaping. At the same time, we tailor our cleaning approach based on the surfaces around your property.
To get a quote, call us at 604-798-1287 today. We will visit your home to assess the areas that need cleaning and provide recommendations along with an accurate estimate.