Why Power Washing is Essential for Home Maintenance

Outdoor spaces are prone to buildups, including the areas around our homes. Substances like mosses, algaes and lichens love to collect on surfaces like sidewalks and stairs. Dirt and grease accumulate on our driveways and garages, making them slick. Power washing removes them all and there are good reasons to do so! Take a look below.

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• Removes organics: moss, algae, etc.
• Removes dirt, grime, grease & oil
• Protects your health and safety
• Increases curb appeal

It’s tempting to turn a blind eye, but these buildups go beyond eyesores to become real health risks. 

Allergy risks

Moss and algae, in particular, are allergens and trigger immune responses in some people. If you, someone in your family, or even visitors experience unexplained symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes in the vicinity of your home, it may be due to moss and algae spores. These substances are also water sponges and increase the moisture level around your home which can affect breathing in asthma-prone individuals.

Fall hazards

In addition to allergy risks, moss, algae, grease and oil are slippery. They turn walkways, garage floors and stairs into slip and fall hazards. It’s crucial to keep the paths that people use clean and clear to avoid falls that can cause potentially life-changing injuries.

Power washing is 100% effective

All of these substances–organics, dirt, grime, grease & oil–can be really tenacious and resistant to being removed. Grabbing a brush and a bucket of soapy water won’t be good enough. The water pressure from a garden hose won’t be strong enough. But power washing gets it done.

Power washing is the easiest and most effective way to lift organics, dirt and grease from sidewalks, driveways, & stairs. This could be a DIY project requiring time, patience, a power washer, soap, protective equipment and know-how to keep yourself, others, and your cleaning surfaces safe (power washing is dangerous because of the high water pressure). You’ll also likely need to repeat this process every year because of how fast moss grows in our climate.

Or you could hire professionals like us and leverage a number of valuable benefits. For instance, we use special, environmentally friendly soaps that keep organic substances like moss, algae and lichens from returning for years. We also have the equipment, experience and expertise to make sure the job is done safely and completely to your satisfaction (while you stay warm inside, sipping tea).

You’ll be amazed at the difference power washing makes as part of your home maintenance plan. Not only will it increase confidence in how safely you can move about your property, it will also look brighter and cleaner to you, your visitors, and the whole neighbourhood. Enjoy increased curb appeal, as well as being the best-looking house on the block!

2 Angels Home Services will pressure wash any durable surface around your home. We work safely and reliably to your satisfaction. Results are guaranteed. Call or contact 2 Angels Home Services for a free, no-obligation quote. 604-825-1712