Signs Your Exterior Needs Soft Washing
Soft washing is for the surfaces a pressure washer would damage. Organic growth and weathering show up on siding, stucco, awnings and painted trim long before they show on the concrete, and they need a gentler method.
- Green or black growth on siding, stucco or trim, especially on north-facing walls
- Mildew and mould that keeps coming back after a rinse
- Chalky, faded paint or oxidation on coated surfaces
- Streaks and staining under windows, vents and rooflines
- Dirt and pollen baked onto awnings and canopies
- Grimy brick, stone or render that a hose will not touch
- A building that looks tired from the street even after the lot is washed
Soft Wash Pressure Washing in Seattle
Soft washing is low pressure plus the right cleaning solution. Instead of blasting a surface, we apply a treatment that breaks down organic growth, let it dwell, and rinse it off gently. The result is a deeper, longer-lasting clean with no risk to the surface underneath.
We soft wash commercial buildings across the Seattle metro area, from single storefronts to multi-building portfolios.
- Low-pressure soft washing for siding, stucco, EIFS and render
- Mildew, mould and algae treatment that reaches the root, not just the surface
- Awnings, canopies, entryways and covered walkways
- Painted wood, fiber cement and vinyl siding
- Brick, stone and block that cannot take high pressure
- Roof soft washing as a standalone service
- Recurring exterior maintenance schedules for property managers
What Soft Washing Is, and What It Is Not
Soft washing is not weak pressure washing. It is a different method with a different purpose. Pressure washing relies on force to push dirt off a hard surface like concrete or asphalt. Soft washing relies on a cleaning solution to dissolve and kill what is growing on a softer surface, then rinses it away at low pressure.
That difference matters on anything painted, coated, textured or sealed. High pressure can etch stucco, drive water behind siding, strip paint, tear screens and ruin a roof. Soft washing cleans the same growth without any of that.
If the surface is hard and bare, pressure washing is the right call. Read more on our pressure washing services page. If the surface is a roof, we always soft wash it. See roof pressure washing.
Surfaces We Soft Wash
If a surface can be damaged by force, it belongs on this list. Every one of these gets a treatment matched to the material.
- Stucco, EIFS and render
- Vinyl and fiber cement siding
- Painted wood and trim
- Brick, block and stone
- Awnings, canopies and entry covers
- Signage, balconies and railings
- Roofs, including shingle, tile and metal
- Fencing, pergolas and exterior structures
Industries We Serve
Services Provided
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Janitorial Services
We will determine your needs and customize your service, but our janitorial service includes tasks such as sanitizing and cleaning restrooms and lunchrooms, dusting cubicles, mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, cleaning windows, trash removal, re-stocking items, etc.
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Window Cleaning Services
Our experienced team of professionals will assess your building, access points, foot traffic, and surrounding conditions to determine the safest and most effective way to remove pollen, water stains, dirt, and buildup from your windows.
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Pressure Washing
Our commercial, high-power pressure washing will rid your outside surfaces of dirt, grime, mold, and will give the exterior of your buildings a fresh, clean look.
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High Dusting Services
Our team will reach all of those hard-to-get spots and remove the dust, allergens, and dirt that can build up in these locations so you don’t risk trying to reach these areas.
Janitorial Services
Window Cleaning Services
Pressure Washing
High Dusting Services
Other Services We Offer
Beyond this service, our team covers the full range of commercial cleaning your property needs. Explore a service below to see what is included and get a free quote.
Areas We Serve:
Our office is in Seattle, and we serve businesses across the greater Puget Sound area, including:
Why Soft Washing Protects Your Property
Force is what causes most exterior cleaning damage. Water driven sideways behind siding, into window seals or under flashing is how a wash turns into a repair bill. Soft washing removes the need for that force.
Because the treatment kills mold, mildew and algae at the root rather than scrubbing the surface, the clean also lasts longer. Regrowth is slower, so you are not paying to repeat the same wash every few months.
- No etching of stucco, render or mortar
- No water forced behind siding, seals or flashing
- Paint, caulk and coatings stay intact
- Growth is treated at the root, so results last longer
- Landscaping and plants are protected and rinsed
- Safe for glass, frames, awnings and signage
How Our Soft Wash Process Works
Every building is walked before we start so the mix and the method match the surface.
- We review the surfaces, the growth and the surrounding landscaping
- Plants, cars and openings are covered and protected
- The soft wash solution is applied at low pressure from the ground or a lift
- It dwells so the treatment can work into the growth
- The surface is rinsed gently from the top down
- A final walkthrough confirms the result before we leave
What Soft Washing Removes
Soft washing handles the growth and staining that accumulates on softer exterior surfaces.
- Mildew and mould on siding, trim and stucco
- Green and black algae on north-facing walls
- Pollen, dirt and pollution film
- Chalky oxidation on coated surfaces
- Cobwebs, insect nests and organic debris
- Streaks under windows, vents and rooflines
- Grime on awnings, canopies and entryways
How Often Should a Building Be Soft Washed?
There is no single schedule. Shade, tree cover, weather exposure and the surface material all move the timeline.
- Shaded and north-facing walls: once a year
- Buildings under trees: once or twice a year
- Busy storefronts and entries: every 6 to 12 months
- Awnings and canopies: every 6 to 12 months
- Roofs: every 12 to 18 months, or yearly where moss is heavy
- Multi-building portfolios: a set schedule across all sites
Why Use Seattle Commercial Cleaners?
Seattle Commercial Cleaners is a family-owned and operated company that has served the Seattle metro area since 2012. Our exterior cleaning crews are trained, insured and equipped for commercial work, and we follow current safety standards on every job. A portion of every scheduled job supports Seattle Humane, The Ocean Cleanup or Seattle Children’s.
- Local since 2012: more than a decade of commercial cleaning across Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Kent, Tacoma and the surrounding area.
- Trained and insured technicians who use up-to-date equipment and follow current safety standards.
- Soft wash methods and solutions matched to each surface, with no high pressure on anything delicate.
- English and Spanish speaking staff.
- Members of ISSA, the International Window Cleaning Association, BOMA and other industry organizations.
- Free, fast quotes and a satisfaction guarantee on every job.
You can read more about our team, see the industries we serve, or check the areas we cover. Ready to book? Request a free soft wash quote.
Reviews
Ryan and his crew positively assured my concerns about safety and the type of work to be performed. Deck cleaning and entire house washing with excellent results and superb clean-up done all in one day. I Highly, highly recommend it.
The team was very responsive to our time-sensitive project. We will definitely be using them in the future for our other retail units. Professional communication and quality work!
We just had our windows washed. I highly recommend their business. We found them to be prompt and friendly. Their work is excellent. We have many windows, 59 to be exact, and they all look beautiful. Their prices are extremely reasonable.
Benefits of working with us:
- We are highly trained for each cleaning task, including soft wash pressure washing.
- We match the cleaning solution to each surface and can follow the product preferences of your facility.
- We schedule around your operating hours, including after-hours and weekend soft washing.
- We are one point of contact for one-time soft washing and recurring exterior maintenance.
- We build a long-term relationship with your team and keep our service consistent.
- We have immaculate attention to detail and provide first-rate commercial cleaning.
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Contact us today for a fast quote from our friendly, experienced, and professional team. Let us take the burden of cleaning so that you can get back to work.
To schedule soft washing, call us at (206) 755-2949 or visit our contact page.
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