Here at Ferre Landscaping & Exterior Management, we’re proud to offer a wide range of services to help local property owners keep their outdoor spaces looking clean, beautiful, and welcoming. Our skilled technicians are trained in both soft washing and pressure washing techniques to ensure we can thoroughly clean virtually any exterior surface without damaging the materials or the environment. However, in most cases, we opt for soft washing.
If you’ve ever wondered why we prefer soft washing instead of pressure washing, here are just a few key reasons why:
- Soft washing is better for the environment. Soft washing only requires a fraction of the water required by pressure washing equipment. Rather than using harsh water pressure to blast away grime, soft washing relies on biodegradable, eco-friendly cleansers to get rid of contaminants without damaging properties or landscapes. All our cleaning solutions are designed to break down into water and carbon within 20 days of being introduced to the environment, and our team takes great care to thoroughly hydrate surrounding plants before and after the soft washing process to maintain their natural pH levels.
- Soft washing can be safely used on most surfaces. Although pressure washing can be highly effective for tough stains on durable surfaces, such as concrete patios or driveways, this cleaning method can cause more harm than good for more fragile materials. On the other hand, soft washing uses 60 PSI or less, so it can be safely used to clean everything from wood decks and asphalt shingles to bricks and vinyl siding. Furthermore, if you want to maintain your roof’s warranty, soft washing is typically the only method approved by most roofing manufacturers and homeowners insurance providers.
- The results of soft washing last longer. Soft washing cleansers are designed to eliminate contaminants and leave the underlying surface sanitized and more resistant to future buildup. In fact, the results of soft washing can last 4 to 6 times longer compared to pressure washing, and it will completely remove common bacterial infestations, such as Gloeocapsa Magma, from the roof’s surface.
If you’d like to learn more about our soft washing services or schedule an appointment with our team, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us today!