Soft Wash vs. Pressure Wash: Which Is Right for Your Home?

What Is Soft Washing?

Soft washing uses low-pressure water combined with specialized cleaning solutions to remove algae, moss, mildew, and staining from exterior surfaces. The cleaning power comes from the solution, not the pressure.

What Is Pressure Washing?

Pressure washing relies on high-pressure water (typically 1,500-4,000 PSI) to blast away dirt and grime. While effective on hard surfaces like concrete and brick, it can damage softer materials.

Why We Recommend Soft Washing for Roofs

Protects Your Shingles

High-pressure water strips granules from asphalt shingles, reducing their lifespan by years. Soft washing cleans just as effectively without the damage.

Kills Organisms at the Root

Pressure washing removes moss and algae from the surface, but they grow back quickly. Soft wash solutions kill organisms at the root level, providing longer-lasting results.

Safe for All Surfaces

Soft washing is safe for roofing, siding, wood decks, fences, and painted surfaces. Pressure washing can damage all of these materials if not used carefully.

Our Soft Wash Process

We use a mixture of sodium hypochlorite and a surfactant applied at low pressure. The solution does the work, breaking down organic growth and staining. We then rinse with low-pressure water, leaving your surfaces clean without any risk of damage.