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Soft Wash vs. Pressure Wash: Which Does Your Home Need?
By Kole · Peterson Property Services · 3 min read
People use pressure washing as a catch-all term, but there are really two jobs here, and using the wrong one on the wrong surface is how paint gets stripped and siding gets dented. Here is the simple version.
What pressure washing is best for
High pressure is perfect for hard, durable surfaces that can take it. That is where you get that satisfying clean-line result.
Concrete driveways, sidewalks and patios
Brick and stone hardscape
Pavers (followed by re-sanding when needed)
What soft washing is best for
Soft washing uses low pressure and the right cleaning solution to do the work instead of brute force. It lifts algae and grime without damaging the surface underneath.
House siding, including vinyl and painted surfaces
Roofs (with a brush-and-powder treatment, never high pressure)
Fences, soffits and delicate trim
How to tell which you need
Rule of thumb: if it is flat, hard ground you drive or walk on, it is usually pressure washing. If it is a vertical surface, painted, or part of the house itself, it is almost always soft washing. Most homes need a mix, pressure on the driveway, soft wash on the siding and roof.
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