House washing in San Diego
Most San Diego homes are stucco, and stucco should never be blasted. Our house washing is a soft wash, with low pressure and a cleaning solution that lift dirt and kill mold and mildew at the root.
What is included
Stucco
Green and black streaks on shaded walls, dust and sprinkler stains, cleaned without etching the finish.
Siding and wood trim
Vinyl, wood and fiber cement siding cleaned without forcing water behind it.
Eaves and overhangs
Cobwebs, wasp nests and the grime that collects under the roofline.
Exterior doors and garage doors
Hand detailed so the paint stays intact.
- Service
- House Soft Washing
- Best for
- stucco, siding and wood trim, eaves and overhangs
- Method
- Low pressure and a cleaning solution, rinsed top to bottom
- Area
- San Diego, Coronado, Point Loma, Mission Hills, Chula Vista and more
- Quotes
- Free, from a few photos or a visit
- Phone
- (619) 347-0762
Why San Diego stucco should be soft washed, not pressure washed
Most homes in San Diego are stucco, and most of the dirt on them is not dirt at all. The green and black streaks on north facing walls are algae and mildew fed by the marine layer. Pressure washing blasts the surface and leaves the growth at the root, so it comes back within months and the stucco can be left etched and chalky.
Soft washing works the other way around. A low pressure application, about what a garden hose puts out, carries a cleaning solution onto the wall. The solution does the cleaning, killing the growth and lifting dust and grime, and a gentle rinse takes it all off. The result lasts longer and the finish is untouched. It is the right method for stucco, siding, wood trim, eaves, painted surfaces and anything else that cannot take pressure.
How we do it
Wet down plants
Landscaping is rinsed before and after so the solution never sits on it.
Apply the solution
A low pressure application that breaks down dirt, mold and mildew.
Let it work
The solution does the cleaning, so the surface never takes high pressure.
Gentle rinse
A low pressure rinse from top to bottom, then a walkthrough with you.
Signs your home needs a soft wash
- Green or black streaks on shaded stucco or under the eaves
- A dull, dusty look on walls that used to be bright
- Cobwebs and wasp nests along the roofline
- Orange or white sprinkler stains low on the walls
- A home you are about to sell, rent or repaint
What affects the price of soft washing a house
Size and stories
A two story home takes longer and needs more equipment than a single story.
Amount of growth
Heavy mildew and algae need more solution and dwell time.
Surfaces included
Walls only, or walls plus eaves, garage doors, fences and block walls.
Landscaping
Dense planting against the house takes more care to protect.
Quotes are free. Send a few photos or call (619) 347-0762.
House Soft Washing across San Diego
We provide house soft washing throughout San Diego, including Coronado, Point Loma, Mission Hills, Chula Vista, Pacific Beach, Mission Beach, La Jolla, Rancho Bernardo, Scripps Ranch, and the neighborhoods around them. Coastal homes see salt and mildew, inland homes see dust and sprinkler stains, and the method changes with the surface, not the zip code. If your area is not listed, call and ask. We are usually nearby.
House Soft Washing questions
What is the difference between soft washing and pressure washing?
Pressure washing uses high water pressure to clean hard surfaces like concrete. Soft washing uses low pressure, about what a garden hose puts out, plus a cleaning solution. It is the safe way to clean stucco, siding, painted surfaces and anything that can crack or etch.
Is soft washing safe for my plants and pets?
Yes. Plants are wet down before and rinsed after, and the solution is rinsed off every surface. Keep pets inside while we work and the area is safe once it dries.
How long does a soft wash last?
Most homes stay clean for one to two years. Because soft washing kills mold and mildew at the root, it comes back much slower than after a rinse alone.
Will it remove the green and black streaks on my stucco?
In most cases, yes. Those streaks are usually algae, mold or mildew, which is exactly what soft washing is for. Rust and paint stains can need a separate treatment, and we will tell you before we start.
Should I soft wash before painting?
Yes. Paint does not bond well to chalky stucco, mildew or dust. A soft wash a few days before painting is the standard preparation and it helps the new paint last.
Will soft washing hurt my windows or screens?
No. The solution is rinsed off glass as we go, and we clean windows as a separate service if you want them detailed afterward. Many customers book both in one visit.
How often should a San Diego home be soft washed?
Every one to two years for most homes. Coastal homes and north facing walls under trees are on the shorter end.
Often booked together
Window Cleaning
Glass, screens, frames, sills and tracks, inside and out, with no streaks.
- Glass, inside and out
- Screens
- Frames and sills
Pressure Washing
Patios, pool decks, walkways, block walls and fences cleaned back to the surface.
- Patios and pool decks
- Walkways and steps
- Block walls and fences
Ready for a cleaner home?
Free quotes. Call, or send the form with a few photos.