Humid, wet and salty air means mould and algae build up on outdoor surfaces quickly here. A pressure clean makes a big difference to the look of a place, and it's a decent bit of maintenance too.
Different surfaces, different approach
This is where pressure cleaning goes wrong. Concrete will take a lot of pressure. Pavers need care so the sand between them stays put. Timber decks can be damaged, furred up or scarred if you go in too hard. Cladding and painted walls need lower pressure again, and you don't want to force water behind them. A roof is its own job.
We pick the pressure and technique to suit what's underneath. Cheap and fast tends to look good for a week and then ruin the surface.
What gets cleaned
- Driveways and paths
- Timber and composite decks
- Patios and entertaining areas
- Fences, walls and cladding
- Roofs and the outside of gutters
What to expect
Surfaces will be wet, and for a few hours they may be slippery. Timber needs to dry out before anything is applied to it. If you're planning to reseal or repaint a deck, cleaning it first is the right step, so let us know the order you have in mind.
Mould comes back eventually, especially in shaded spots. How soon depends on how much sun and airflow the area gets. We'll tell you honestly what to expect rather than promise it'll look new forever.
Before and after a wet season
Many people book this once a year, often at the end of the wet when everything has gone green. Pair it with gutter cleaning and it's one visit instead of two. There's more on why mould keeps coming back and on timing in the wet season checklist.
More on specific jobs
Related: Roof cleaning, Fence and wall cleaning, Salt air and coastal homes.