How-To & Pro Tips
How to Safely Clean Your Outdoor Inflatable Gymnastics Mat
How to Safely Remove Algae and Mildew from Your Outdoor Inflatable Gymnastics Mat As a company that specializes in making homes look their best, we know the satisfaction of a good before-and-after. We often see homeowners struggling with stubborn algae and mildew, not just on their houses, but on other outdoor items as well. That’s…
Read MoreWhere the Pros Go: Online Stores for Pressure Washing Equipment
Where the Pros Go: The Best Online Stores for Pressure Washing Equipment When I launched my pressure washing business back in 2012, I made a classic rookie mistake. I assumed I could walk into any local big-box store and find all the professional-grade equipment I’d need. I quickly learned that while you might find a…
Read MoreClear Gutter Debris Without Moving Your Ladder
The Best Gutter Cleaning Tool? Why Pros Use This Pole Attachment In our line of work, efficiency and safety are everything. When you’re cleaning gutters on house after house, the time spent setting up, moving, and climbing ladders really adds up. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for tools that help us do a…
Read MoreSteel vs. Aluminum: Which Trailer is Best for Your Pressure Washing Business?
Steel vs. Aluminum Pressure Washing Trailers If you’re building your first pressure washing rig or upgrading an old one, you’ll face a fundamental choice right at the foundation: should you build on a steel or an aluminum utility trailer? This isn’t just about looks; it’s a crucial business decision that pits upfront cost against long-term…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Pressure Washing Trailer
Protect Your Trailer Floor From SH Damage If you’re in the pressure washing business, you know that the chemicals we use are brutally effective on dirt and grime. Unfortunately, they’re just as brutal on our equipment, especially our trailers. The constant exposure to Sodium Hypochlorite (SH) and other corrosive agents can turn a sturdy trailer…
Read MoreProtecting Your Property: Essential Precautions for a Safe Soft Wash
Protecting Your Property: Essential Precautions for a Safe Soft Wash Soft washing is a fantastic way to restore your home’s beauty, gently removing algae, mildew, and grime. But like any exterior cleaning method, it’s crucial to ensure the process is safe for your property. While no method is 100% foolproof, taking proactive steps to protect…
Read MoreSoft Washing Away Summer Pests – Including Black Widows
Soft Washing Away Summer Pests – Including Black Widows! Oh, the joys of a Tallahassee summer! Sunshine, blooming magnolias, and… well, let’s just say a thriving insect population. If you’ve spent any time on a porch or patio around here, especially if you’re near one of our beautiful lakes or nestled amongst the trees, you…
Read MoreRemove Lichen from a Painted Metal Fence
How to Remove Lichen from a Painted Metal Fence with Low Pressure In many cases, the most effective way to tackle organic invaders like moss, lichen, and mildew on sensitive surfaces such as siding, shingles, and fences is through soft washing, typically involving chemicals like sodium hypochlorite. This method is excellent for delicate materials. However,…
Read MoreBest Efflorescence Cleaner for Brick
Taming the White Menace: Our Efflorescence Removal Project Efflorescence on brick can be a real headache, sometimes seeming impossible to remove. We recently tackled a project involving several brick columns covered in this unsightly white mineral deposit, and I’m excited to share our successful approach. For this particular job, we used EF-Fortless by EaCo Chem.…
Read MoreA Professional’s Guide to Stopping Artillery Fungus with Pine Straw
The #1 Way to Prevent Artillery Fungus Damage in 2025: Ditch Your Mulch Getting ready to refresh your landscape for 2025? Before you order another yard of wood mulch, stop. This year, the smartest decision you can make for your home’s exterior has nothing to do with paint colors or pressure washing—it’s about what you…
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