Exterior Home Washing: How Often Do I Need to Wash My House?

Exterior Home Washing Tips

When it comes to Exterior Home Washing, Pressure washing the exterior on a house is not just a good idea in terms of overall appearance and curb appeal. While it is definitely true that a clean house always looks better, you also should maintain the exterior cleanliness of your home to ensure that any material on the outside of the house, such as brick, wood and siding doesn’t prematurely deteriorate. It is always important to make sure your home’s exterior gets a thorough cleaning on a regular basis, but it isn’t always clear how regular those cleanings should be. With too much pressure washing, you risk causing damage to the exterior of your home. There are a few different factors to consider described below that should help you decide how often you should have your home’s exterior pressure washed.

Visible Dirt

One of the clearest ways you can tell that your home needs to be pressure washed is by looking for buildups of visible dirt or discoloration in certain areas. Running your finger or a light coloured cloth along a portion of the exterior is another good way to see first hand whether it is time to clean the house. If you see a significant amount of dirt after wiping the side of the house, its time to wash the exterior. Checking the outside of your house using this method is especially useful if you live in an area that is particularly dusty at times, caused by dirt roads or nearby construction. When you can start to see the buildup of dirt, be sure to give the professionals at Lil Squirt Power Washing a call!

Humidity and Moisture

Residents of BC in places like Maple Ridge and Coquitlam know all too well the amount of precipitation this part of the country receives, and are also likely familiar with the kind of effect that can have on the exterior of their homes over time. While regular rain won’t do much damage to your home overnight, it can cause materials such as wood to become stained and worn over time. Although southern BC isn’t overly humid, over time humidity can contribute to the buildup of mold and mildew on your exterior surfaces. After particularly rainy and humid weather, check for any kind of buildup of mold, mildew or even moss in some less visible, moist areas. A good pressure washing from Lil Squirt will ensure that these types of buildups are completely cleaned, while making it less likely for them to return for a number of months, or even years.

Annual Pressure Washing

For the most part, homes require a good top to bottom pressure cleaning about once a year. While it is true that the factors we discussed above can cause homeowners to clean their homes with a little more frequency, the average house can be professionally cleaned every spring or summer. The skilled and friendly team at Lil Squirt Power Washing has all the necessary experience and equipment to keep your home looking beautiful all year, while helping you maintain the integrity of your exterior brick, wood or siding. If you have noticed your home is starting to look dirty, or if you haven’t had it power washed in over a year, be sure to give us a call for a free estimate today!