Soft Washing
Soft washing is a gentle but effective way to clean surfaces like roofs, siding, and patios without causing damage. Let us help refresh your home and make it look spotless again!
Soft Washing in Cardiff and Surrounding Areas
Soft washing or soft wash is the most popular way of cleaning exterior surfaces. It is mild, non-aggressive to surfaces and surrounding areas yet very effective.
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Soft Washing Services
Soft washing is most commonly used for:
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- K-rend or Render cleaning
- Tarmac cleaning
- Fence cleaning
- Painted wood
- Decking
- Cladding cleaning
- Paved pathways and driveways
- Any other painted surfaces
Why Choose Soft Washing
Soft washing is a great cleaning technique that doesn’t damage surfaces. Unlike power washing or pressure washing, soft washing uses a very weak stream of water mixed with chemicals. Chemicals penetrate the dirt and infections, such as mold, moss and fungi and water washes them away, whilst preventing the future growth for longer.
- British Health and Safety Executive approved chemicals
- Safe for all surfaces
- Safe for your plants and garden
- Kills algae, moss, lichens, moulds and bacteria
- Keeps your surfaces cleaner for longer due to full removal of growth
- Walls can be cleaned from the ground up to 70’.
- Softwashing with biocide stays cleaner for longer
- SAFE Contractor certified.
- Fully insured service.
Soft Washing FAQ
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How much does it cost to soft wash a house?
On average, a detached 3-bedroom house wash costs £450. The final price depends on the number of walls, the height of your property, and ease of access.
You can save on costs by only washing the facade, as shown on the left. This red-brick house received a soft wash only on the front-facing wall and the visible part of the roof.
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What chemicals are in soft wash?
Soft washing uses a mixture of chemicals, depending on the surface material and type of contamination. The key ones are:
– professional grade diluted sodium hypochlorite (bleach) – kills organic mold, algae and other organic growth.
– surface acting agents – help other chemicals “stick” to the surface better, help to loosen and penetrate dirt.
– odor maskers – help to disguise bleach smells or get rid of any natural smells of the surface (smoke, urine, garbage).
– neutralising agents – neutralise chemicals after softwashing, important if you have pets running around or want to give you plants an extra layer of protection.
– specialty agents – fight less common contaminations or used to treat some surfaces. Some examples are: wood brightening, moss killing, rust removal and so on.
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How long does soft washing last?
Depending on the surface, results can last for a number of years but each property reacts differently in its environment and every site is different.
You can gauge how long it will last by how long it took the building to develop growths either from new or since it was last cleaned professionally.
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Is soft wash better than pressure washing?
Soft washing cleaning results generally last up to 6x longer than pressure washing alone. Soft washing uses chemicals instead of pressure power to remove dirt. It doesn’t damage the surfaces and also can be used on brick, render and other surfaces that can be ruined by pressure washing.
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How can I save money on house washing?
Be a good neighbour/landlord and organise house washing services for the entire block. Check out the row of terraced houses we cleaned in 2024. We charged £240 per house for both the front and back. If done separately, it would have been £360.
Additional Services We Offer
Roof Cleaning
Many roofing materials require a soft approach to avoid damage during cleaning. Our roof cleaning service uses soft washing to lift grime and organic matter gently. This reduces wear and tear and extends the life of your roof.
Moss Removal
Soft washing is the preferred method for removing delicate biological growth like moss and algae. We provide specialised moss removal services using low-pressure systems that preserve surfaces.
Flexible Working
One off jobs or flexible contract terms to suit all businesses for all our cleaning services.
Safe Contractor
For peace of mind we are Safe Contractor Approved, fully insured and carry out all work to highest standards
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