Soft Washing Built for Georgia Homes.
When siding turns green, trim develops dark streaks or a shaded porch starts looking dingy, the answer is not automatically more pressure. Southern Style Soft Wash provides professional house washing in LaGrange, Georgia using a low-pressure soft-wash process selected for the surface and the type of buildup present.
LaGrange homes deal with long periods of warmth and humidity, shaded sides of the house, tree cover and seasonal weather that encourage algae, mildew and other organic growth. Those conditions can show up differently from one side of a home to another, so we evaluate the exterior before deciding how strong a cleaning solution should be and where extra protection is needed.
What We Clean on a House Exterior
House soft washing is intended for exterior materials that should not be blasted with direct high pressure. Depending on the property, that can include vinyl siding, painted siding, soffits, fascia, exterior trim, porch ceilings, columns and other washable exterior surfaces. We also clean around entry areas where organic buildup tends to collect.
- ✓ Green algae and mildew on siding
- ✓ Dark streaking on shaded exterior walls
- ✓ Dirt and organic buildup beneath eaves
- ✓ Porch and entry-area discoloration
- ✓ Exterior grime around trim and architectural details
- ✓ Weather-related buildup before a sale, event or maintenance project
Brick, concrete, roofs, decks, fences and specialty stains may need a different process. That is why Southern Style is built around specialized cleaning rather than one pressure setting for the whole property.
Why We Soft Wash Instead of Pressure Washing Siding
Alton describes soft washing as using the proper cleaning solution to kill organic growth and then rinsing it away in a damage-conscious way. High pressure can force water where it does not belong, damage seals, scar finishes or create uneven marks when used carelessly on delicate surfaces. Southern Style generally reserves pressure for durable surfaces such as suitable concrete and sound brick when the condition calls for it.
Our soft-wash strength is metered for the job. The goal is not to use the strongest mixture possible; it is to use an effective surface-appropriate mixture, allow it to work, and rinse thoroughly.
Plant, Property and Porch Protection Is Part of the Job
One of the most common questions homeowners ask is whether exterior cleaning will hurt their plants. Preparation matters. Before applying cleaning solution, we wet plants and surrounding surfaces that are not being cleaned. Landscaping can be rinsed during and after the wash, and neutralizer is used where appropriate. Sensitive fixtures may be taped or covered when the situation calls for it.
We also do not expect homeowners—especially older customers—to empty an entire porch before we arrive. Moving reasonable porch furniture and exterior items is part of the service. Fragile, personal or unusually heavy items can be discussed before work begins.
What a LaGrange House-Washing Appointment Looks Like
- 01Evaluate the exterior. We look at siding, trim, staining, landscaping, pets, pools, gardens, outlets, cameras, doors and windows.
- 02Prepare the property. We clear reasonable porch items, pre-wet plants and protect sensitive areas where needed.
- 03Apply the correct wash. A controlled soft-wash mixture is metered for the surface and condition.
- 04Rinse and inspect. Organic growth and loosened buildup are rinsed away, landscaping is cared for, and the exterior is reviewed before we leave.
A typical house wash may take around an hour, but size, access, staining and the number of surfaces being cleaned can change the schedule. Most areas can be used again after the final rinse and walkthrough.
Some Stains Need More Than a Standard House Wash
Soft washing is very effective on organic growth, but not every discoloration is algae or mildew. Red Georgia clay, rust, irrigation stains and some oxidation require specialty treatment. Oil-based staining can also be difficult to remove completely. We explain what a customer can realistically expect before starting instead of promising that every stain will disappear.
If red or orange staining is the main problem, see our red clay and rust removal in LaGrange. For black roof streaks, visit our LaGrange roof soft-washing page.
Why LaGrange Homeowners Choose Southern Style
Southern Style Soft Wash is family owned, licensed and insured, based in LaGrange, and backed by approximately 10 years of exterior-cleaning experience. We are also a member of the Troup County Chamber of Commerce and offer a satisfaction/workmanship guarantee.
The difference we want customers to notice is simple: we bring the right equipment and the right cleaning method for the job. You are not hiring someone to point a pressure washer at the house. You are hiring a professional exterior-cleaning company that evaluates the surface, protects the property and explains the expected result.
For more detail about the cleaning method itself, read soft washing vs. pressure washing, or view our main house soft-washing service page.