House Washing in Springfield, MA
We wash the outside of Springfield homes, including siding, trim, porches and porch ceilings. Our low-pressure soft wash clears algae, mildew and grime without forcing water behind your siding or stripping paint.
Washing Older Homes and Painted Trim
Springfield's homes are older than most in the region. Nearly half were built before 1950, and many neighborhoods are lined with Victorians, colonials and two- and three-family homes. Many still have painted wood trim, porch railings and detailed woodwork. Others have been re-sided with vinyl or aluminum over the years.
Older paint can be fragile, and high pressure is hard on it. A strong spray can lift loose paint, drive water behind siding and tear into soft wood. That's why we soft wash instead. A cleaning solution does the work of killing algae and mildew, and a low-pressure rinse carries it away. The siding gets clean while the paint and trim stay intact.
Before we start, we identify the siding material on your home. Plants get wetted down to protect them from runoff, and we wash from the top down so dirty water always runs over sections that haven't been cleaned yet.
Two- and three-family homes take more time than a single-family house, with taller walls and stacked porches on every floor. Landlords and property managers can also set up a recurring schedule so the building stays clean between tenants and seasons.
Best Time of Year for House Washing
You can wash a house any time the weather stays above freezing, but some times work better than others here.
Late spring is popular, with one catch. Pine pollen coats everything in a yellow-green film from late May until about mid June. A house washed in the middle of pollen season can look dusty again within days, so many homeowners wait until it passes. Early fall is another strong choice. Late summer mornings in the valley are damp, and that moisture feeds the mildew that shows up on north-facing walls. A fall wash clears that growth before winter.
If you're planning to paint, wash first. Paint sticks best to a clean, dry surface, and washing off dirt, chalky residue and mildew is a standard first step. Most painters want a day or two of drying time afterward. Selling your home? A clean exterior makes a much better first impression in listing photos.
Pairing your house wash with window cleaning in Springfield is an easy way to finish the outside of your home in one visit.
Our House Washing Process
- 1Request your free quote online or by phone
- 2We review your siding type and confirm the scope
- 3Landscaping gets wetted down before washing begins
- 4Your home is soft washed from top to bottom
- 5A final rinse and walk-through with you
You don't need to be home, as long as we can reach the house and there's an outdoor water spigot.
Other Services in Springfield
Roof Cleaning
Black streaks and moss treated with the same gentle soft wash approach.
Learn moreGutter Cleaning
Clogged gutters overflow onto siding and leave streaks. We clear them by hand.
Learn moreWindow Cleaning
Clear glass plus clean screens, tracks and sills.
Learn moreLooking for driveway, walkway or deck cleaning? See our pressure washing in Springfield.
What Springfield Homeowners Say
House Washing Frequently Asked Questions
Is house washing the same as pressure washing?+−
Not quite. Pressure washing relies on high water pressure, which works well on concrete but is too harsh for most siding. House washing uses a soft wash: a cleaning solution and low-pressure rinse that clean siding without damage.
Will washing push water behind my vinyl siding?+−
That's a real risk with high pressure, especially when the spray is aimed upward. A soft wash uses low pressure, so water runs down the siding the way rain does instead of being forced behind the panels.
How often should I wash my house?+−
Siding manufacturers suggest about once a year. Homes with heavy shade or a lot of trees nearby may need it more often, while homes in full sun can sometimes go longer.
Can you wash a two-family or three-family home?+−
Yes. Larger multi-family homes take more time and planning.
Will the cleaning solution hurt my plants?+−
We wet down plants and landscaping before washing begins, which helps protect them from runoff. If you have beds or plants you're especially careful about, point them out when we visit.