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Soft Wash vs Pressure Wash: What's Right for Your Home?

Pressure washing blasts water at 2,000+ PSI — great for concrete driveways, risky for weatherboards, stucco, and window seals.

Soft washing applies a low-pressure soft wash at gentle pressure (similar to a garden hose), then rinses gently. It lifts mould, algae and salt without forcing water behind cladding.

When pressure is OK: Concrete driveways, some pavers, and heavily soiled retaining walls — always with appropriate technique and distance.

Our approach: We match the method to the surface. House wash, roof and timber decks always get soft wash treatment.

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