House Washing
Safe, low pressure soft washing for stucco, siding, and delicate exterior walls.
Overview
Soft wash house cleaning is the gold standard for cleaning stucco, painted siding, wood, and any exterior surface that high-pressure washing would damage. Instead of blasting your home with raw pressure, we apply biodegradable detergents at low pressure, let them dwell long enough to kill mildew and algae at the root, then gently rinse everything clean.
The difference is dramatic. High-pressure washing on stucco can chip the finish, force water behind the substrate, and strip paint — and the mildew comes right back because the spores are still alive. Soft washing kills the organic growth so your home stays clean four to six times longer, and the finish is left intact. It is the only method we use on house exteriors.
What's included
- Full exterior soft wash of siding or stucco
- Eaves, soffits, and trim
- Algae, mildew, and cobweb removal
- Plant and landscape protection
- Spot treatment of stubborn organic growth
Why it matters
- Safe for paint, stucco, and delicate finishes
- Kills mildew at the root for longer-lasting results
- Restores the original color of your home
How soft washing works
We start by inspecting the exterior, identifying problem zones such as north-facing walls, eaves, and shaded entryways, and pre-rinsing nearby plants. We then apply a low-pressure detergent specifically formulated for the substrate — stucco, fiber cement, wood, or vinyl. The solution dwells for several minutes to break down algae, mildew, cobwebs, dust, and pollen, then we rinse from top to bottom for a clean, even finish. Plants and hardscape are rinsed again after the wash to neutralize anything that hit them.
Built for Orange County homes
OC’s coastal humidity and inland sun cycle is brutal on exteriors. Stucco picks up algae on shaded walls, eaves collect dust and spiderwebs, and painted trim fades faster than it should. A yearly soft wash protects the finish on your home, keeps your paint job looking new for longer, and gives you the clean, sharp look that HOAs and buyers expect.
Surfaces we treat
- Stucco (smooth, sand, lace finishes)
- Fiber cement and Hardie siding
- Painted wood siding and trim
- Vinyl siding
- Eaves, soffits, and fascia
- Exterior shutters and decorative trim
Pricing
Soft wash house cleaning in Orange County typically runs $350–$900 depending on home size, stories, and access. Two-story homes and homes with heavy eave detailing fall on the higher end.
Get my priceFrequently asked
What is soft washing?+
A low-pressure technique using biodegradable detergents to safely clean surfaces that high-pressure can damage. The detergent does the cleaning — not the pressure — so finishes are protected and results last longer.
Is it safe for my plants?+
Yes — we pre-rinse and protect landscaping throughout the job, and rinse again after the wash. We use plant-safe surfactants and dilute everything to manufacturer specs.
How long do the results last?+
Most homes stay visibly clean for 18–24 months after a professional soft wash, versus 4–6 months for traditional pressure washing where mildew spores survive.
Can you soft wash a two-story home?+
Yes. Our soft-wash systems reach two- and three-story exteriors safely from the ground in most cases, with extension wands and ladder work as needed for detail areas.
Will it remove paint?+
No. Soft washing is gentler than a garden hose — it is specifically designed to clean without damaging finishes.