Soft Washing vs. Pressure Washing: What’s Best for Your Home?
When the outside of your home starts looking dirty, dingy, or stained, you may immediately think: It’s time to pressure wash it.
But higher pressure isn’t always the right solution.
Depending on the surface and the type of buildup you’re trying to remove, soft washing may be a better approach for certain exterior surfaces.
Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning provides residential and commercial soft washing and exterior cleaning throughout the Twin Cities, helping property owners choose an appropriate cleaning method for their exterior surfaces.
What Is Soft Washing?
Soft washing is an exterior cleaning method that relies on appropriate cleaning solutions combined with lower-pressure application rather than depending primarily on high water pressure to remove buildup.
The cleaning solution does much of the work, while lower-pressure application can make soft washing suitable for surfaces where aggressive pressure may not be desirable.
What Is Pressure Washing?
Pressure washing uses water delivered at higher pressure to remove dirt and buildup from durable exterior surfaces.
It can be an effective cleaning method when used on an appropriate surface by someone who understands how much pressure should be applied.
The important distinction is that not every part of your home’s exterior should automatically receive the same pressure.
What’s the Difference Between Soft Washing and Pressure Washing?
The primary difference is how the surface is cleaned.
Pressure washing relies more heavily on water pressure to remove buildup.
Soft washing relies more heavily on cleaning solutions and a lower-pressure application.
Neither method should be treated as a universal solution for every surface. The appropriate cleaning process depends on the material, its condition, and the type of buildup being addressed.
Why Consider Professional House Washing?
Minnesota homes experience a wide range of weather conditions throughout the year.
Your exterior may encounter:
- Rain
- Snow
- Ice
- Pollen
- Dust
- Dirt
- Insects
- Organic buildup
- Leaves and tree debris
Over time, exterior surfaces can begin to look dull or dirty.
Professional house washing can refresh the appearance of your property without requiring you to spend your weekend working around hoses, ladders, cleaning solutions, and hard-to-reach areas.
How Often Should You Wash the Exterior of Your House?
There isn’t one schedule that works for every property.
How frequently your home needs exterior cleaning can depend on:
- Surrounding trees
- Shade
- Moisture
- Exposure to traffic
- Nearby construction
- Exterior materials
- Weather
- The appearance of the property
If you’re noticing visible dirt or buildup, it may be time to request an exterior cleaning estimate.
Do Commercial Properties Need Soft Washing?
Exterior appearance matters for businesses, apartment communities, offices, and other commercial properties too.
Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning provides residential and commercial soft washing and exterior cleaning services throughout the Twin Cities.
A cleaner exterior can help maintain a more polished appearance for customers, tenants, employees, residents, and visitors.
What Other Exterior Cleaning Services Can I Schedule?
House washing doesn’t have to be a standalone project.
Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning also provides services such as:
- Professional window cleaning
- Window track cleaning
- Window screen cleaning
- Screen repair
- Gutter cleaning
- Residential exterior cleaning
- Commercial exterior cleaning
Scheduling multiple services together can help you tackle more of your exterior maintenance list in a single project.
Can I Save Money by Bundling Services?
Yes!
Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning offers qualifying bundled-service savings. Choose three or more qualifying services and you may save up to 50%, depending on the services selected and current offers.
You can also ask about:
- Service plans
- Annual service options
- Neighborhood discounts
If several neighbors need exterior cleaning, asking about neighborhood pricing may be particularly worthwhile.
Frequently Asked Questions About Soft Washing
What is soft washing?
Soft washing combines appropriate cleaning solutions with lower-pressure application to clean exterior surfaces.
Is soft washing the same as pressure washing?
No. Pressure washing relies more heavily on water pressure, while soft washing uses cleaning solutions and lower-pressure application.
Does Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning offer house washing?
Yes. Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning provides residential and commercial soft washing and exterior cleaning.
Where does Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning offer soft washing?
Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning serves customers throughout the Twin Cities metro area in Minnesota.
Can I bundle house washing with window and gutter cleaning?
Yes. Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning offers qualifying service bundles as well as service plans, annual opportunities, and neighborhood discounts.
Get an Exterior Cleaning Estimate in the Twin Cities
If your home’s exterior is ready for a refresh, Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning can help you determine the right cleaning approach for your property.
Contact Crystl Windows & Exterior Cleaning to request an estimate for residential or commercial exterior cleaning in the Twin Cities and ask about current service bundles and savings.
