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Identifying Stains on Your Siding

April 22, 2021 / / 0 Comments

Getting stains on your home’s siding is very common, especially without consistent maintenance. Some stains are easily dealt with through a simple wash and others may require much more effort and maintenance. There are different types of stains that find their way onto your siding and in this month’s blog, we will help you identify them and recommend ways on how to deal with them.

Dirt

Dirt is the most basic and common stain that you will find on your siding. This is often due to the elements, such as rain and strong storms that blow loose dirt and mud onto the side of your home. Any landscaping or construction activities can also knock up dirt onto your siding. However, dirt is the least of your concerns and can easily be washed with a garden hose or through a light scrubbing. If there is a more stubborn dirt build up, a quick professional power wash is an effective way to clean your siding. It’s important to prevent build up by setting up a routine cleaning or else it can serve as the basis for algae and even mold or mildew growth.

Algae

Algae is another common stain that you may find on your siding. It is identified by its green color and its origin may vary from region to region. Usually, it’s due to being in close proximity to a body of water and in humid climates. It is known to spread through air-borne spores. Algae also tends to form on the side of your home that receives the least sunlight. Dark and damp conditions allow it to form more easily and quickly. If ignored and left untreated, more dirt can make its way onto your siding, therefore allowing the algae to expand its coverage. To remove the algae, we recommend using a soft washing method – an alternative to power washing that uses a lower powered setting but with the same cleaning agents. Regardless, it’s best to rely on professional services for the safety of your siding and to ensure it is not damaged.

Mold and Mildew

Mold and mildew is the worst offender and if you see these on your home’s siding, we recommend seeking professional cleaning services as soon as possible. Mold is identified by its green or black color and mildew can be white, gray, or yellow in color. Similar to algae, they tend to form in areas that receive little to no sunlight and also feed off of dirt, allowing it to further encroach on your siding. Mold and mildew should be dealt with urgency due to the health risks that you can be exposed to. Enlisting professional services is the best and safest solution to rid your home of these hazards!

Conclusion

If dirt, algae, mold, or mildew is spoiling your home’s exterior or interior, you can rely on Hydra Pressure Washing LLC. We provide efficient and effective cleaning services that relieve homeowners of their stress. Our professional power washers will give your home the care and cleanliness it deserves. Don’t wait for your home to be damaged! Act now and make an appointment with us at (410) 360-7887 or visit our website for more information about our services.

Why You Should Work With a Professional Pressure Washer

April 9, 2018 / / 0 Comments

In a previous post, we highlighted some useful tips for those interested in working with a professional pressure washing service. However, many may find themselves asking, “Why hire a team when I can wash my property on my own?” After all, all of the necessary equipment can easily be rented so there’s no stopping the adamant do-it-yourselfer from rolling up their sleeves and getting to work!

While the sentiment of wanting to work on one’s own property is admirable, we’re here to explain why it might not be the smartest option available to you. Read on for a few reasons we feel a pressure washing should be left to the professionals and make an educated decision before that next spring cleaning.

No Collateral Damage

Pressure washers, while available to the public through renting, require an experienced hand to operate well. From the amount of pressure and chemicals used to the time taken to clean each fixture of the home, a pressure washing involves a number of variables the washer needs to keep in mind. Simply washing for too long or using an overly powerful cleaning solution can actually strip away layers of your home, making it prone to quicker degradation after the wash has concluded.

Needless to say, a professional pressure washer is more than experienced in properly washing houses, siding, decks, and more and can put that experience to work towards a beautiful clean worthy of your home!

No Environmental Damage

Like we mentioned before, pressure washing involves stripping away dangerous pollutants such as mold and mildew. While this may be great for your home, it could spell disaster for the surrounding neighborhood if performed by unskilled hands. A strong pressure washing can strip away those toxins and spread them to nearby water sources and homes. A clean home is no excuse to endanger yourself or those around you. A professional pressure washing team can ensure a pristine home doesn’t come at that hefty of a cost.

A Guaranteed Clean

Finally, a pressure cleaning performed by an expert is simply the best bang for your buck you could afford! If you’re already paying the rental fees for a pressure washing machine, the last thing you want is for your home to still be littered in mold, dust, and grime. Working with a professional team ensures you don’t eat the cost of renting a machine, realizing it didn’t work out as planned, and THEN hiring an expert.

Conclusion

Self-reliance and ingenuity are beautiful qualities but each has their place and time. When the time comes to clean your home with a pressure or power washing, it helps to be able to reach out to the pros who can save you time, stress, injury, and money!

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