Maintaining the exterior of your home is a priority for any homeowner, but when you have children playing in the yard or pets roaming the property, safety becomes the most important factor in choosing a cleaning method. While traditional pressure washing has been the standard for years, many families are concerned about the high-force water and the potential chemicals involved. At Clean Freaks SoftWash, we specialize in a superior alternative known as softwashing, which is specifically designed to be as safe as it is effective.
Understanding the Softwashing Difference
Unlike traditional pressure washing, which relies on high-pressure water to blast away surface dirt, softwashing uses a low-pressure application combined with specialized cleaning solutions. This method is much gentler on your home’s surfaces, including delicate areas like windows and roofing, ensuring that no damage occurs to your property. By focusing on a chemical-based clean rather than mechanical force, softwashing treats the root of the problem—microorganisms—rather than just the visible stains.
Water-Based and Biodegradable Solutions
The primary concern for parents and pet owners is often the nature of the cleaning agents used. Our softwashing process utilizes water-based, biodegradable chemicals that are designed to break down into carbon and water within 20 days of being introduced into the environment. These solutions are non-hazardous when applied according to our professional standards and contain no harmful solvents or phosphates. This means you do not have to worry about toxic residues lingering on your driveway or pathways where children and pets are most active.
A Sanitized Environment for Your Family
Softwashing does more than just make your home look new; it actually sanitizes the surfaces. Our solutions are designed to kill mold, mildew, algae, and bacteria at the source. Traditional power washing often just spreads these spores around, allowing them to grow back quickly. By eliminating these contaminants, softwashing creates a healthier outdoor environment. This is particularly beneficial for children with allergies or pets that spend a lot of time on the deck or patio, as it removes the organic growth that can thrive in our humid Georgia climate.
Protection for Your Landscaping
We understand that your yard is an extension of your home, and our “Good Stewards” program ensures we protect your plants as carefully as we protect your family. We follow a strict protocol to dilute, divert, and decontaminate during every job. This includes pre-wetting your plants, using plant-protecting covers when necessary, and applying a specialized “Plant Wash” after the treatment to neutralize any cleaning agents and provide a nitrogen-based boost to your greenery. Our goal is to leave your home cleaner than we found it without any negative impact on your landscaping.
Long-Lasting Results with Less Water
Another safety benefit of softwashing is that it requires significantly less water—usually only about one-third of the amount used by a standard pressure washer. Because the results of a softwash treatment last four to six times longer than pressure washing, your home requires professional cleaning less frequently. This means less disruption for your family and less frequent exposure to cleaning equipment on your property, providing peace of mind that your home remains beautiful and safe year-round.
If you are ready to experience a deeper, safer clean for your home, our team is here to help. Contact us at Clean Freaks SoftWash today to request an estimate and discover why softwashing is the best choice for your family, your pets, and your property.