By: Henry Vogt, Owner, Big Bend Wash Pros
In our climate, House Washing is a necessary task to keep your home looking appealing. For many, that’s a task done themselves, heading to Lowe’s every year to restock on supplies or even a new pressure washer, as we all know the one you bought last year has been sitting and taking up space in your garage and there’s no telling if it’ll rise to the call of duty again this year. While this investment may seem worthwhile and cost-effective, spending a weekend spraying away to your heart’s content (or until your back calls it in), the long term costs of DIY’ing your exterior cleaning can far exceed the initial investment of equipment.
House Washing seems simple, Crank up your machine and blast away all that dirt and grime that’s accumulated since last year. While that may prove somewhat effective in the short term, the long term effects of high pressure on exterior surfaces can prove costly. Most siding manufacturers across the board (Vinyl, Hardi-Board, Stucco, Etc.) recommend AGAINST High Pressure when cleaning. Oxidation removal leaving wand marks, window seals being blown, water entry into siding/attic from high pressure spraying, the list of potential damages can go on and on. On top of the potential damage, the biggest issue with DIY and improper pressure washing is the voiding of any manufacturer warranties. Are your $20,000 windows fogging up after just 3-4 years? Welp, sorry you pressure washed them one weekend last year and now it’s not our fault. Paint looking faded and uneven? Probably shouldn’t have pressure washed it. The list can go on and on, and oftentimes it’s only after the fact that you realize the long term costs of DIY far exceed the initial $600-1000 for a pressure washer and a weekend worth of your time every year.
At Big Bend Wash Pros, we have one goal, safely clean and eliminate the ecosystem growing on your house, doing so is going to yield a much longer-lasting clean, with some homes still looking great even after a full year out in the elements. We use biodegradable cleaners and approved manufacturer cleaning processes to target and remove any algae, mold or mildew and safely rinse everything away at low pressure. While it may be tempting to pick up a bottle of outdoor cleaner, being able to dial in the correct & safe ratio of chemical is something only achievable with thousands invested into equipment.
In addition to the headache saved by entrusting a professional, most single family homes only cost about $250-300 to be professionally cleaned, much less than the initial startup costs and eventual replacement of DIY’ing. With over 300 5-Star Reviews, Big Bend Wash Pros has a long reputation of taking care of its local neighborhoods, separating themselves with a Plant and Property Protection Guarantee, Great service, and friendly and highly skilled technicians that treat your home like it’s their own. So the next time the thought of cleaning arises, choose peace of mind, and call the professionals you know and trust.
