Everything You Want to Know About Professional Exterior Cleaning
Choosing the right company to clean your home or business is an important decision. Below are answers to some of the questions we hear most often. If you don’t see your question here, we’d be happy to help—just contact Spray Away.
What is the difference between soft washing and pressure washing?
Soft washing uses low-pressure water combined with professional cleaning solutions to safely remove algae, mold, mildew, and other organic growth from delicate surfaces like siding and roofs. Pressure washing uses higher pressure for durable surfaces such as concrete driveways and sidewalks. At Spray Away, we choose the safest and most effective cleaning method for every surface.
Is soft washing safe for my home?
Yes. Soft washing is specifically designed for surfaces that could be damaged by high-pressure cleaning. It’s an effective way to clean siding, roofing, stucco, and other exterior materials while helping protect your investment.
Will soft washing harm my plants or landscaping?
Protecting your landscaping is an important part of every job. Our cleaning methods are designed to safely clean your home’s exterior while taking reasonable care around your lawn, shrubs, flowers, and landscaping. If you have specific concerns, just let us know before your service.
How often should I have my home professionally cleaned?
Most homes benefit from professional exterior cleaning every one to three years, depending on sun exposure, nearby trees, moisture, and weather conditions. Homes near Lake Michigan or in heavily shaded areas may benefit from more frequent cleaning.
Will soft washing remove algae, mold, and mildew?
Yes. Our cleaning process removes algae, mold, mildew, dirt, pollen, and other organic buildup from exterior surfaces, helping your property look cleaner while reducing future growth.
What surfaces do you clean?
We clean a wide variety of residential and commercial exterior surfaces, including:
- Houses
- Roofs
- Gutters
- Driveways
- Sidewalks
- Patios
- Decks
- Fences
- Brick and concrete
- Apartment communities
- Condominiums
- Commercial buildings
If it’s outside, there’s a good chance we can clean it.
Do you clean roofs?
Absolutely. Roof soft washing safely removes black streaks, algae, moss, and other organic growth without the damaging effects of high-pressure washing.
Can you clean my driveway and concrete?
Yes. We professionally clean driveways, sidewalks, patios, pool decks, and other concrete surfaces to remove dirt, algae, stains, and years of buildup.
Do you provide commercial exterior cleaning?
Yes. We work with businesses, office buildings, retail stores, restaurants, apartment communities, condominium associations, hotels, vacation rentals, industrial facilities, churches, schools, and other commercial properties throughout Southwest Michigan.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Spray Away has proudly served Southwest Michigan since 1992 and is fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. Every property is different, so we provide free, no-obligation estimates. We’ll evaluate your property, answer your questions, and recommend the safest and most effective cleaning solution for your needs.
How long does exterior cleaning take?
Most residential projects can be completed in just a few hours, although larger homes and commercial properties may take longer. We’ll provide a time estimate when we prepare your quote.
Do I need to be home during the cleaning?
Not always. As long as we have access to the areas being cleaned and a water source, many customers choose to go about their day while we complete the work.
What areas do you serve?
Spray Away proudly serves homeowners and businesses throughout Southwest Michigan, including Stevensville, St. Joseph, Benton Harbor, Coloma, Bridgman, Sawyer, Union Pier, Lakeside, New Buffalo, Three Oaks, Baroda, Berrien Springs, and many surrounding communities.
Why choose Spray Away?
Since 1992, Spray Away has helped homeowners and property managers love the way their properties look again. We combine safe cleaning methods, dependable service, and decades of experience to deliver beautiful, long-lasting results. Whether we’re cleaning a family home, a vacation property, or a commercial building, we treat every property with the same care and respect we’d want for our own.