Soft washing is a method of cleaning that has gained popularity in recent years as a more gentle and effective alternative to traditional pressure washing. It’s a process that uses a low pressure spray of cleaning solution to remove dirt, grime, and other stains from a variety of surfaces including roofs, buildings, decks, and more. 

Soft Washing Explained

First, let’s define exactly what soft washing is. As we mentioned, it is a low pressure cleaning method that uses a specialized solution to loosen and remove dirt and stains from surfaces. The solution is typically made up of a blend of biodegradable detergents, enzymes, and other cleaning agents that are safe for the environment and the surfaces being cleaned. The solution is applied to the surface using a low pressure spray, allowing it to penetrate deep into the pores and crevices of the surface to effectively remove dirt and stains.

Why Choose the Soft Washing Method?  

One of the main benefits of soft washing is that it is a much more gentle cleaning method than traditional pressure washing. The low pressure spray means that it doesn’t cause any damage to the surface being cleaned, making it suitable for a wide range of materials including wood, stucco, brick, and more. It’s also safe for plants and landscaping as it doesn’t strip away the natural oils and nutrients that are essential for their health.

In addition to being gentle on surfaces, soft washing is also more effective at removing dirt and stains. The specialized cleaning solution is able to break down and lift away dirt and stains that traditional pressure washing may not be able to remove. This means that surfaces are left looking cleaner and more refreshed for longer periods of time.

Soft washing is one of the most efficient cleaning methods in an exterior environment. The low pressure spray allows for the cleaning solution to cover a larger surface area in less time, meaning that cleaning projects can be completed faster and with less resources. This makes it a cost-effective solution for commercial and residential properties alike.

When Should You Soft Wash? 

So, when should you choose soft washing over traditional pressure washing? Soft washing is the best option for cleaning surfaces that are more delicate or prone to damage from high pressure washing. This includes surfaces such as wood decks, stucco walls, and roofs. Some older homes also need a gentler touch when they need their exterior washed. It is also a good choice for surfaces that are heavily soiled or have difficult to remove stains such as algae, mold, and mildew.

Contact a Professional to Handle Your Soft Washing Jobs with Ease

When it comes to cleaning your home’s exterior, your commercial business’s exterior, or your outdoor furniture, soft washing is a gentle, effective, and efficient cleaning method. At ASF Clean Team, our professionals understand when to use a soft washing method over pressure washing to deliver an outstanding finish, each and every time. Contact us today to get a quote or call 415-299-2844 to learn more. We proudly serve the San Francisco Bay area!

Alright, alright. So there’s pressure washing and power washing, and now you’re finding out there’s another term—soft washing. How do you keep all of these straight? And what does “soft washing” even mean? Well, let’s clear up the confusion right now.

Seriously. What’s the difference?

You probably already understand the difference between pressure washing and power washing. So where does soft washing fit in? To review, pressure washing and power washing are pretty similar. Pressure washing uses a lot of pressure, and power washing does the same, but uses really, really hot water. Soft washing is basically just another variation. Soft washing typically only requires cold water, but soft hot pressure washing can also be requested. 

While pressure washing and power washing work great for a lot of surfaces, they don’t work great for all surfaces. Some surfaces just can’t take all the pressure and need a little more TLC. So, soft washing still uses water to clean these surfaces, but with less pressure. 

Does soft washing still clean my home?

The selling point of pressure washing and power washing is that the high pressure helps get all the dirt off of your building, driveway, etc. So what happens if you take away some of that pressure? Does it still get the job done?

Even with less pressure, soft washing still gives surfaces a great clean. It can get rid of anything on the exterior of your home or business, including algae and mildew. The process is ideal for protecting surfaces that can’t handle the pressure.

Can I soft wash it myself?

Technically, you can soft wash on your own. You can find all kinds of articles and videos online about it. But, we don’t like to deal with technicalities. We like to deal with safety.

Oftentimes when we talk about surfaces suitable for this service, we’re referring to the exterior of some buildings and roofs. Cleaning these surfaces often involves a ladder. Plus, even though you’re dealing with less pressure, you’re still dealing with pressurized water. If you’re not a trained professional, it’s not necessarily the safest situation to put yourself in. Just one slip and you could be in a lot of danger.

But isn’t it dangerous for you, too?

All of these services can all be dangerous. They often usually involve equipment and ladders. But, when you’re working with trained professionals, it’s less dangerous. We undergo the training necessary to perform these services safely, and we have access to better tools for the process than you can get at the big box store.

But accidents still happen. That’s why at ASF Clean Team, we have insurance for all of our employees. If an accident happens while we’re providing your service, we have it covered.
If you need residential soft washing or commercial soft washing services, let us know. We can even help you figure out which of these services is best for your surfaces. Contact us today.