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Pressure and Soft Washing Contractor
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LEXINGTON, CHAPIN, IRMO, AND COLUMBIA SOFT WASHING AND PRESSURE CLEANING
THE PROFESSIONAL SOFT WASHER YOU CAN TRUST
Do you think pressure washing or soft washing your home, deck and/or driveway is as simple as using a little soap, your hose, and a bucket? Maybe you have a consumer grade pressure washer and voila! Good as new, right? Wrong. When you are looking to spruce up the condition of your home, deck and driveway, let the expertise of Carolina Painting and Pressure Cleaning help you achieve your desired look safely and effectively.
Keeping the surface clean is the most important thing you can do to ensure your home, deck, and driveway look their best. Unintended damage can result from using household chemicals and improper treatments. We only use the best wash detergents and soaps. Our team of experts provide residents throughout Lexington, Columbia, Irmo, Chapin, and areas in between with professional residential soft washing and pressure washing to maintain the image and the condition of their property.
Pressure Washing vs. Soft Washing.....What is the difference?
We all have heard the terms, “Pressure Washing” and “Soft washing”. What is the difference? When do you decide between the two? Both processes have there places. As Lexington’s oldest pressure washing company, we have the wash equipment to soft wash, high pressure wash, and even high pressure hot water washing. We provide the results you are looking for. Our rule of thumb is that nothing gets a high pressure cleaning unless it is concrete, brick, block, or masonry substrate that would not be damaged from the high pressure.
High Pressure Washing uses high water pressure and low volumes of water to basically jet blast the surface. This is fine for harder surfaces, such as concrete, traditional stucco (not EIFS), sidewalks, pool decks, brick, and masonry block, but most homes are not made totally of concrete. This high pressure stream of water can damage many things on your home and surrounding areas, including the wood, screens, vinyl siding, weatherstripping and double paned windows. We have all seen the foggy windows.
Soft Washing doesn’t use high pressure. Instead of 3500-4000 psi of pressure, soft washing pressure doesn’t exceed 350 psi, but uses a much higher volume of water to clean the surface. The difference to you is that we won’t be damaging wood, shingles, siding, metal, vinyl or other surfaces that could be damaged by high pressure washing. Soft washing is also less likely to result in water being sprayed passed the weatherstripping on your doors and windows.
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SOFT WASHING AND PRESSURE WASHING AND CLEANING DONE RIGHT
Putting your property and family first, you can trust us to protect your home. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, and use our years of experience to provide unparalleled service that cannot be beat. From removing dirt, mildew, algae, and pollen, to taking off loose and peeling paint before you paint, our goal is to leave your property spotless, ensuring that your needs are not only met, but our results exceed your expectations.
Whether you are looking for that sparkling house and deck or a bright driveway, we are the professionals that you can trust. From the cleaning agents to the industrial equipment, we have your power wash and soft wash needs covered.
Save yourself from costly repairs, dangerous ladder work, and home chemicals, and let the professionals take care of the dirty work for you.
Our Virtual Estimate means you don’t have to set an appointment or talk to anyone to see what your wash will cost! Just fill it out and get your price.
Lexington, Chapin, Irmo, And Columbia Soft Washing and Pressure Cleaning Pricing Guidelines
Standard Soft Wash
Includes All Sides of Home-
Entire Exterior Cleaning
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Interior and Exterior of Screened Porch
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Front Brick Steps (Pressure Wash)
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Touchless Window Cleaning
Washing Add-Ons
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Concrete Cleaning 25¢ per Sqft.
Add your driveway and all sidewalks to your cleaning for a total package.
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Deck Washing 40¢ per Sqft.
Deck Soft Washing to remove dirt and mildew. High pressure washing is not recommended unless in preparation for paint or stain.
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Pool Deck Washing 50¢ per Sqft.
Brighten up your pool deck and keep it safe by keeping it clean.
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Wood Fencing Per Side 75¢ per LF.
Wood Fences will be washed complete with medium pressure to remove mildew and dirt.
Pressure Washing and Soft Washing Frequently Asked Questions
What is better for my vinyl siding, pressure washing or soft washing?
If you have ever seen the lines left from someone pressure washing the vinyl siding, then you will know why we always soft wash exterior vinyl siding.
Will the wash remove the spider webs from my home?
Yes. Washing should remove the spider webs from the home. We also should be able to remove wasp nest as long as they are within reach. Dirt dauber nest do usually leave a red stain that will fade with time.
What are the benefits of soft washing?
- Lower pressure wont damage wood.
- Air seals around glass will not be damaged.
- Better at cleaning than high pressure washing.
- Safer for the home.
- Detergents can be custom mixed for the surface being cleaned.
How often should I wash my home?
We recommend cleaning once per year in most cases. If you live on the lake, a pond, or in a very shady area, you may need to wash more than once per year as needed.
When is the best time to pressure wash or soft wash?
You can wash anytime of the year. We normally do not wash if the temperature is below 40º. Colder temperatures make it harder to clean.
Will the detergent kill my plants?
We take special care with plants and shrubs around the home. We pre-wet all the vegetation before we wash and then we rinse after we wash. This prevents any of the plants from dying. You may notice some of the plants and shrubs losing color but that will pass and they will be fine. We always ask that you remove all potted and hanging plants and flowers from the area while we wash.
WHAT IF I DON'T WASH?
Not keeping the exterior of your home clean and free from mildew and dirt will make your paint fail early. Paint is not what it used to be. Manufacturers are forced to formulate paint to fit environment safety requirements. These changes have had good and bad effects on our paint.
If the paint will not come clean or the mildew has began to grow back within a few months after we wash it, it is time for exterior painting. We will be glad to do a detailed estimate for you at no charge. Visit our Residential Exterior Painting page today to find out more.