Soft Washing in Lake Travis
Soft washing is what you use when pressure would do harm. Render, painted siding, stucco and soft stone in Lake Travis all fall into that category.
What soft washing is
Low pressure and a cleaning solution that does the work chemically rather than by force. The solution is applied, left to dwell, then rinsed. Nothing is blasted, so nothing is eroded or driven behind the cladding.
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What's included
- Driveways, sidewalks and steps
- Patios, courtyards and pool decks
- Exterior walls and entryways
- Even, stripe-free cleaning of flat concrete
- Rinsing of nearby surfaces
When it is the right choice
Painted or rendered walls, stucco, soft limestone, older mortar and anything with a coating you do not want stripped. If a surface would be marked by pressure, this is the method.
What Lake Travis glass is up against
Lake-facing walls of glass are the whole reason these houses were built the way they were. They are also the first to cloud over, because wind off the water carries limestone dust and spray straight onto the pane and it dries there.
- Spray off the water
- Boat wake and wind carry a fine mist onto lakefront glass. It dries into a haze that a garden hose only spreads around.
- Limestone dust
- Caliche and limestone dust blows up off the shoreline and unsealed drives, then sets hard on glass after the first dew.
What it is good at
Organic growth. Algae, mildew and the green film on a shaded wall come off cleanly and stay off longer than with pressure, because the treatment kills the growth rather than knocking the top off it.
Working in Lake Travis
Almost every job we do sits within a few miles of the water. Lakefront homes are built to face the view, so the glass is large, often two storeys, and usually on the windy side of the house. We know which streets need a pole and which need a ladder, and we plan the route so the lake side gets done before the afternoon wind picks the dust back up.
What it costs
Exterior work in Lake Travis is priced by surface area and access rather than by the hour. Combining walls, paving and glass in one visit costs less than booking them separately, because the setup is only paid for once.
Communities we cover around the lake
- Point Venture
- Volente
- Briarcliff
- The Hollows
- Lago Vista
- Jonestown
- Travis Landing
- Beacon Ridge
- Cardinal Hills
Soft Washing in Lake Travis — common questions
What is the difference between soft washing and pressure washing?
Pressure washing uses force, soft washing uses a cleaning solution at low pressure. Soft washing is for surfaces that force would damage.
Which does my house need?
Painted, rendered or stucco walls need soft washing. Concrete drives and stone paving take pressure.
Is the solution safe around plants?
We wet down and rinse planting around the work area. Tell us about anything delicate and we will cover it.
Does it last longer than pressure washing?
For algae and mildew, yes, because the growth is treated rather than just removed.
Can you soft wash a roof?
We do not work on roofs. Ask us and we will tell you plainly rather than take the job.
Do you cover my street in Lake Travis?
We work across Lake Travis regularly, including Point Venture, Volente, Briarcliff and the surrounding streets. Call or text (512) 200-2160 with your address and we will confirm straight away.
Who provides soft washing in Lake Travis, TX?
Squeaky Clean Window Washing, locally owned and operated by Kyle Taylor and based in the Lake Travis area. Fully insured, with free written estimates.
Get a free estimate in Lake Travis
Tell us a little about your home and we will be in touch to arrange a free, no-obligation estimate.
- Call or text us!(512) 200-2160
- Emailkyle@squeakycleanatx.com