Soft Washing in Gainesville, FL

What Is Soft Washing?

Soft washing is a low-pressure cleaning method that uses a professional cleaning solution, not force, to remove mold, mildew, algae, moss and lichen. The solution is applied, allowed to work, and rinsed away at about the pressure of a garden hose.

Because it kills growth at the root instead of just blasting the surface, soft washing cleans deeper and lasts longer than pressure washing, without the risk of damage. It’s the method we use on roofs, siding, stucco, screens and anything else that can’t take high pressure.

Soft Washing vs. Pressure Washing

• Pressure washing uses high-pressure water to clean hard surfaces like concrete, driveways and pavers.
• Soft washing uses low pressure and a cleaning solution matched to the surface, for roofs, siding, stucco, painted surfaces, screens and wood.

High pressure on the wrong surface can strip shingle granules, etch stucco, force water behind siding, tear screens and gouge wood. It also leaves the roots of mold and algae behind, so stains come back quickly. Soft washing avoids both problems. Most properties need a mix of the two, and we use the right method for each surface.

What We Soft Wash

• Roofs: shingle, tile and metal, from $600.
• House exteriors: stucco, vinyl, brick, Hardie board and painted siding, about $400 for a typical 2,000 sq ft home.
• Soffits, fascia and eaves.
• Pool cages and screen enclosures.
• Fences, decks and wood structures.
• Commercial buildings: stucco, EIFS, painted block and metal.
• Barns and outbuildings.

Why Soft Washing Works in Florida

North Central Florida’s heat, humidity and shade are ideal for mold, mildew and roof algae. Pressure alone can’t keep up because it only removes what’s on the surface. Soft washing treats the growth itself, so your home stays cleaner for longer between visits.

We match the cleaning solution and strength to each surface, protect your landscaping, and rinse thoroughly when we’re done. For year-round results, ask about a maintenance plan with a tailored schedule of visits.

Soft Washing Across North Central Florida

Pressure Pros LLC is firefighter-owned and operated, licensed and insured, and the owner is on site for every job. We soft wash homes and businesses in Gainesville, Alachua, High Springs, Newberry, Archer, Jonesville, Williston and Ocala.

Soft Washing FAQ

Is soft washing safe for my roof and siding?

Yes. Soft washing uses low pressure, so it won’t strip shingles, etch stucco or force water behind siding.

Is soft washing safe for plants and pets?

We protect landscaping, rinse thoroughly, and ask that pets stay inside while we work. Once surfaces are rinsed and dry, the area is back to normal.

How long does soft washing last?

Results usually last much longer than pressure washing because the growth is killed at the root. Shade, trees and surface type all play a part.

What does soft washing cost?

A house wash for a typical 2,000 sq ft home is about $400, and roof cleaning starts at $600. Quotes are always free.