Pressure Washing: what to compare before hiring
Know when to pressure wash siding, driveways, decks, fences, roofs, and concrete without causing damage.
Pressure washing demand is seasonal and pairs with exterior painting, roof cleaning, driveway cleaning, and pre-sale curb appeal.
Common pressure washing projects
House washing
Driveway and walkway cleaning
Deck or fence cleaning
Patio cleaning
Pre-paint prep
What changes the scope
Surface type and square footage
Level of staining, algae, or mildew
Water access and runoff control
Whether soft washing is required instead of high pressure
When it is worth calling a pressure washing pro
Siding or concrete is stained before a sale
Algae makes walkways slippery
A deck or fence needs prep before staining
The roof or siding material could be damaged by high pressure
Questions to ask before you book
- Will this be pressure washing or soft washing?
- What chemicals are used and how are plants protected?
- Is runoff managed safely?
- Are gutters, windows, or roof cleaning separate?
Keep the scope clean
Ask each company to price the same work, with materials, labor, access, cleanup, disposal, permits, and warranty separated. That makes the lowest quote easier to inspect and the highest quote easier to challenge.
Unlock the hiring checklist
Use this before you call a pressure washing, so you know what to ask and what to avoid.
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