Everything needs to be cleaned from time to time, your house is no exception. Pressure washing the exterior of your home is a important part of maintenance. To remove dirt, mold and other residue for a cleaner appearance and a healthier environment.

How often is pressure washing recommended in the Bay Area?

The recommended frequency is to pressure wash your house at least once per year .This will vary depending on your weather conditions and your local climate. Suck as Daly City and San Francisco, these cities get a lot of moisture and have some of the highest humidity levels in America, fact check it! So with that said, you probably need to clean more often than not. Certain climates with more rain and or Fog (Karl the Fog) lead to a lot more moisture and wet conditions and that brings more of the air containments which stick on the all the different surfaces of your home and that is a major cause of contamination, mold and mildew.

When’s the best time to pressure wash?

You should also think about pressure washing your home if you’re planning to repaint the exterior of the house or if you want to boost your home’s curb appeal when putting the house on the market. On average a clean house with improve its resale value 1-2 percent, which makes our service an amazing value. Barnoski Painting includes a free Power wash with every exterior repaint.

Barnoski Painting includes a free pressure wash with every exterior paint job.

But every single house needs to be washed consistently to maintain its value and its beauty. Pressure washing or power washing is the use of high-pressure water spray. It is a power tool that needs to be used safely, it can be used on a number of different surfaces, including your home’s exterior, siding, driveways, rooftops, sidewalks, patios and more. It can also be used to clean outdoor furniture, fences and decks. You can generally clean any hard outdoor walking surface, including asphalt, concrete, brick and pavers or even decorative exterior finishes with a pressure washer. However, it’s possible to damage your property, you must be extra careful on wood and vinyl surfaces, because if you don’t use the pressure washer correctly you’ll end up damaging the surfaces.

Should I hire a pro?

Yes, you really do want to hire a pro to wash your house or any other surfaces. The main reason to hire a professional pressure washer includes a few things, first is the ability to clean without damaging your home. That alone will remove the risk for any personal injury to oneself. Second is the ability to spot any issues or problematic areas. If you choose the DIY approach to pressure washing you can save a little money however, you run the risk of damaging the property, weakening your paint, slipping or falling off a ladder, hurting yourself with the high-pressure water equipment and potentially others. All problems that an seasoned professional would be aware of and avoid. This is why we recommend hiring a professional , we have knowledge and training using the equipment and selecting the correct amount of pressure for each surface (PSI).

Average pricing for pressure washing services

Most people start with square footage, but that varies depending on surface condition. Some surfaces are easier or more time consuming than other surfaces based on age and level of build up on the surface. Each job should be looked at in person to do a thorough inspection and evaluation for exact pricing. The short answer however is price averages. The average costs are:

• House : $399-$499
• Driveways and walkways : usually $100-$250.
• Fences : fences will depend on size and condition and desired finish

Power washing also cleans windows and screens, often screens will have mildew growth or car exhaust on them, especially in high traffic areas near main roads or freeways. Once windows are washed it will be much cleaner but does not include a dry wipe down like in window cleaning services. That can be added and discussed during an estimate. When you wash a house it’s always a good idea to check seals and frames to make sure they are water tight. We can help with this process and provide recommendations if something needs to be addressed.

Barnoski Painting offers affordable, experienced pressure washing services

We have washed larger buildings like churches and office buildings over the year including the medical center on Hickey in Daly City, Joe’s of Westlake to name a few. But we prefer working with local homeowners to keep their homes looking their best so our community maintains is prestige. Call or email us today for a free no obligation estimate. Cleanliness is next to Godliness, so let us help you keep it clean.