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Soft Washing Services in Gainesville, FL

Gentle, low-pressure cleaning that's safe for delicate surfaces while eliminating mold, algae, and organic growth.

What is Soft Washing?

Soft washing is a cleaning method that uses low pressure combined with specialized biodegradable cleaning solutions to safely remove mold, mildew, algae, and other organic stains from exterior surfaces. Unlike traditional pressure washing, soft washing relies on the cleaning solution to do the heavy lifting rather than high-pressure water.

This technique is ideal for surfaces that could be damaged by high pressure, including asphalt shingles, painted surfaces, stucco, wood, and older structures. The cleaning solutions kill organic growth at the root, providing longer-lasting results than pressure washing alone.

Safe for shingle roofs
Won't damage paint or stucco
Kills mold at the root
Biodegradable solutions
Longer-lasting results
Safe for landscaping
Before soft washing showing algae on house siding
Soft Washing vs Pressure Washing

Which Method is Right for Your Surface?

Soft Washing (Low Pressure)

Uses cleaning solution + gentle rinse

Best For:

  • Asphalt shingle roofs
  • Painted surfaces
  • Stucco & EIFS
  • Vinyl siding
  • Wood siding & decks
  • Screens & pool enclosures
  • Older or fragile surfaces

Pressure Washing (High Pressure)

Uses high-pressure water for cleaning

Best For:

  • Concrete driveways & sidewalks
  • Brick & stone surfaces
  • Concrete patios
  • Pavers
  • Metal surfaces
  • Heavily soiled hard surfaces
  • Industrial/commercial concrete

Not sure which method you need? Contact us for a free assessment - we'll recommend the right approach for your surfaces.

FAQ

Soft Washing Questions

Yes, we use biodegradable cleaning solutions and take precautions to protect your landscaping. We pre-wet plants before application and rinse them afterward. The solutions we use are designed to be effective on organic growth while being safe for the environment.
Because soft washing kills organic growth at the root rather than just removing it from the surface, results typically last 2-4 times longer than pressure washing alone. Most surfaces stay clean for 1-3 years depending on environmental conditions.
No, soft washing is the manufacturer-recommended cleaning method for asphalt shingles. High-pressure washing can strip granules from shingles and void warranties. Our low-pressure approach safely cleans without causing damage.
Those black streaks are caused by Gloeocapsa Magma, a type of blue-green algae that feeds on the limestone filler in asphalt shingles. It's very common in humid climates like Florida. Soft washing effectively kills and removes this algae.

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