House and deck
power washing.
Siding, decks and trim washed the right way, on its own or as the first step before paint or stain.
Pale yellow home with a white garage
How Ed does
power washing.
Mildew, pollen and road grime build up fast on north walls and shaded decks. House washing takes it off, but too much pressure can drive water behind siding, raise the grain on wood and leave streaks. The goal is clean, not blasted.
Ed treats power washing as part of the job, not an extra. Sometimes it's the first step before exterior painting or deck staining. Sometimes vinyl siding just needs a good clean. Either way he'll look at the house first and tell you what it needs.
What's included
- Vinyl sidingWashed at a pressure that cleans without forcing water behind the panels.
- Wood siding and trimDirt and chalky paint removed gently, ready for scraping and priming.
- Decks and porchesGrey surface fibers, mildew and old dirt lifted before staining.
- Foundations and walkwaysSplash-back and stains cleaned up along the base of the house.
- Mildew on shaded wallsNorth walls and spots under trees get the extra attention they need.
- Plants and fixtures protectedPlantings, outlets and lights are covered or kept clear while the crew works.
5 steps,
in the right order.
He checks the siding type, the old coating and any spots where water could get in.
You get a written estimate that says what will be washed and why.
Plants, outdoor outlets, lights and windows are protected before any water goes on.
Surfaces are washed top to bottom at a pressure that suits the material.
If paint or stain comes next, the house or deck gets time to dry before any coating goes on.
Want this on your house?
Why it
lasts.
Washing isn't permanent, but doing it properly makes everything after it last longer. Paint and stain only bond to a clean, dry surface, and mildew left behind keeps growing under a new coat. The right pressure protects the siding and the wood itself. Ed's crews wash first, let the surface dry fully, and only then prime or stain. In a damp New England spring, that waiting time is often the difference between a finish that holds and one that peels.
- C2 PaintRich, deep color that holds
- California PaintsInterior and exterior paints
- Storm SystemStains for decks and cedar
- Benjamin MooreClassic colors, trusted finishes
“Ed’s people came back and painted and stained after power washing and cleaning vinyl siding.”
Questions about
power washing.
Or ask Ed himself: call now.
Will power washing damage my siding?
It can if the pressure is too high. Ed's crew matches the pressure to the surface, so vinyl, wood and decks are each handled differently.
How often should you power wash a house?
There's no fixed schedule. Shaded walls, houses under trees and homes near busy roads get dirty faster. When mildew or grime starts to show, it's time, and a wash also comes before any new paint.
Do you wash before painting?
Yes, on most exterior jobs. The house is washed and left to dry before scraping and priming start.
Can I book washing on its own?
Yes. Vinyl siding often just needs a clean. Call Ed and he'll come take a look.
How long should siding dry before painting?
Usually at least a day or two of dry weather, longer for decks and shaded walls. The crew won't coat damp wood.
Do I need to be home?
Not usually. The crew needs an outdoor water tap, and windows and doors should stay shut while they work.
Power Washing in
20 towns around Stow.
Beacon is based in Stow and works about 18 miles in every direction. Pick your town to see how Ed works there.
What your estimate
will spell out.
Ed walks the house himself, then writes down every step and every product for your power washing job, so you know exactly what you're paying for.
- Vinyl siding
- Wood siding and trim
- Decks and porches
- Foundations and walkways
- Mildew on shaded walls
- Plants and fixtures protected
Ed NorrisWalks every house himself