With the amount of work there is to perform for yearly spring cleaning, it makes sense to employ a little aid to do it. A pressure washer is the perfect device for almost all your outdoor cleaning work. If you don’t have a pressure washer, you might rent one from one of the home improvement stores, or you may hire a company that does pressure washing.
Obviously cleaning the outside of your home does a lot for the curb appeal, but it also does a lot for the perceived property value, and helps prevent premature damage, repair, and replacement of exterior surfaces, preventing an unneeded expense in the future. The mold and mildew that grows on your home is causing damage to its finish and cleaning your home will prevent that damage. Pressure washing should be part of a yearly maintenance program to prevent unnecessary costs in the long run.
To determine if your home needs to be pressure washed, look at the areas where the roof meets the sides of your home. These areas, even more so on the north end of your house are often shaded and allow the mold and mildew to thrive. If you can view mold or mildew, it’s time to have your house pressure washed.
I suggest that you also take a look at your roof shingles or tiles. If you can see any discolored shingles or tiles, it could be a good idea to have your roof cleaned. The main reason for discoloration on the roof shingles or roof tiles is “roof algae”. Roof algae actually live off the minerals in your roof and can significantly shorten the usefulness of your roof shingles. Cleaning your roof cost much less than replacement and it will increase the curb appeal as well.
If you’re going to pressure wash your house yourself, be sure to use low pressure, no more than 1,000 psi or less to prevent water from entering into the walls where it may cause mold to grow. Use a good house wash detergent that will loosen the dirt so a pressure washer can wash it clean. Always use a fan tip to prevent damage to the item you’re cleaning and always point the wand in a safe direction when you pull the trigger.
Hiring a company that does Pressure Washing is like contracting any other company,according to the owner of a Clearwater Pressure Washing company. Check that they’re insured and they registered as a business in your area.. Check to see that there insurance is current. And, just like any other service, get references and call them. It’s not rocket surgery but you do want someone who actually cares about his business to work on your home.
If your roof needs cleaning, I would recommend that you hire a professional roof cleaner. You shouldn’t use a pressure washer on your roof shingles because it can destroy the shingles and void the warrantee. A non pressure roof cleaning, as recommended by ARMA (Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association) is your only smart choice to clean your roof. When it’s time to replace your roof,check out the newer algae resistant roofing shingles. They will help prevent “roof algae” from feeding off your roof, and, as stated by a company that does Roof Cleaning in Palm Harbor, Florida, the manufactures do honor their warranty. If you have a tile roof, professional roof cleaners have the right equipment and soaps to do the job right and they’re adept at working up high on roofs without damaging your home.