Soft-Wash
Soft washing is a cleaning method using low pressure water. More recently, the term "softwashing" has been used to describe any form of spraying chemicals at buildings where solutions (typically bleach) are used to remove mildew, bacteria, algae and other organic stains from roofs and other building exteriors.
The Benefits of Soft-Washing
Soft-Washing Reduces the Risk of Siding Damage and Roof Shingles
Unlike pressure or power washing, one of the benefits of soft washing is that it doesn’t damage more fragile exterior surfaces. Certain surfaces are more vulnerable to extreme heat and higher pressures, which makes it easy to cause damage with scrapers or a higher PSI.
Soft-Washing Increases the Longevity of Your Roof and Siding
Damage like lichen, fungi, and algae on your roof’s shingles and siding will shorten the lifespan of your roof and siding. Regular soft washing will help eliminate buildup and even prevent moss from growing on them.
Soft-Washing Requires Less Water
High-pressure washing requires more water, which means a higher water bill. Soft washing is cheaper and reduces water damage and overflow because the cleaning process relies much less on the amount of sprayed water than the cleaning solutions used with it.
Soft-Washing Boost Curb Appeal
Besides a price tag that fits, prospective buyers generally look for beautiful, well-maintained, and clean-looking homes. Ensuring a home’s curb appeal is high makes any property easy to sell. Regular maintenance of your home’s surfaces through frequent soft washing will boost its appeal.
Soft-Washing is Eco-Friendly
Soft Washing can be eco-friendly. This is because soft washing uses a biodegradable solution that destroys organisms at their root. Other methods of cleaning the exterior of your home can sometimes use harsh chemicals that can destroy the plants around your property.
