Exterior Painting
Clapboard, shingle, stucco, brick and trim, scraped, repaired, primed and coated for New England weather.
See exterior paintingSiding, roofs, decks, patios and walkways cleaned with the right pressure, as the start of a paint job or a job on its own.
The difference is how the dirt comes off. The wrong one can strip paint, scar wood or force water behind siding.
| Softwash | Power washing | |
|---|---|---|
| How it cleans | A low-pressure rinse with cleaning solutions that break down dirt, mildew and algae. | Higher water pressure that blasts grime off hard surfaces. |
| Best for | Vinyl and wood siding, painted surfaces, stucco and roofs. | Concrete, pavers, stone patios, walkways and driveways. |
| Risk if misused | Low, when solutions are mixed and rinsed properly. | Can etch wood, strip paint and drive water behind siding and windows. |
| Before painting | Cleans siding so new paint bonds. | Strips loose material from masonry and decks before coating. |
Something else on your mind? Call (508) 410-0974.
It can if the pressure is wrong. That's why siding and roofs are soft washed, and higher pressure is kept for concrete, pavers and stone.
It depends on shade, trees and how close you are to the water. North sides and shaded walls usually need it first; many homes do well with a wash every year or two.
Yes. Washing is part of our exterior prep, so paint goes onto a clean surface.
Clapboard, shingle, stucco, brick and trim, scraped, repaired, primed and coated for New England weather.
See exterior painting
Foundations, masonry and building envelopes sealed against water before it finds a way in.
See building waterproofing
Walls, ceilings, trim, doors, cabinetry and stairwells, with floors papered and furniture covered before anything opens.
See interior painting
Call or send a message about your softwash & power washing job. Tell us the town and what needs doing, and we'll come look.