Your roof is essential to the protection of your home and one of the most expensive components to replace. Planning annual cleanings can help protect your roof from damage from mold, moss and debris, while keeping it looking great. However, there are some safety and damage factors to consider before you try doing this chore yourself. If done incorrectly, a roof cleaning could cost you much more than just calling in a professional to do it for you.
Safety Concerns
First and foremost, never try cleaning your roof on your own. It only takes a slip on a wet leaf or a slippery shingle to lose your footing. Trying to clean your roof and keep your balance can be very dangerous, which is why you should always have a partner. Using a safety harness is recommended to ensure you are supported. A fall off your roof could break a bone or worse, costing you medical expenses, pain and time off work.
Damage Concerns
Are you planning on pressure washing your roof? While this is a great way to clean your roof, it can also damage your shingles if done incorrectly. Too much water pressure can strip asphalt shingles and even loosen them, doing more damage than good.
A better solution is hiring a professional pressure washing company that uses low water pressure to carefully and effectively clean your roof. A reputable service will have trained experts that have the right equipment to safely clean your roof, with insurance to cover any damage or injuries. It is worth the investment to keep your roof well-maintained without the possible injury or damage by doing it on your own.
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Impact Pressure Washing
105 Commerce Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(678) 697-7127
Pressure washers can be a great tool to have around the home. When your car needs to be washed or the front driveway is dirty, a pressure washer can quickly do the job. But high pressured water can also damage surfaces if not used properly. Even though professional pressure washing services may clean roofs, home exteriors and decks, you may do damage to these areas if you try this yourself.
Roofs
For asphalt shingled roofs, pressure washing can be damaging if not done correctly. The high pressure can strip shingles of their protective coating and loosen shingles, causing hundreds if not thousands of dollars in repairs. Many roofs need low pressure to be cleaned and must be carefully washed to not lift or damage the shingles. It is best to have a professional service that is licensed and insured perform this task.
Home Exteriors
Pressure washing is a great way to make your home look new again. However, if your home is painted, you have stucco or brick, you need to be very careful using a pressure washer to clean the exterior. Painted houses can be stripped of their paint, stucco can be ruined and bricks can be damaged. Once again, a professional pressure washing company should perform these projects.
Decks
Wood decks do need regular pressure washing to clean off mildew and grime, keeping the wood looking great. However, certain woods can be damaged by too high of pressure. If you try this yourself, be very careful and watch for signs of damage. Or, just hire a professional.
Cleaning cement, pavement or the family car are great uses for your home pressure washer, but when it comes to the big or delicate jobs, hire a local pressure washer service to get the job done right.
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Impact Pressure Washing
105 Commerce Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(678) 697-7127
You wash your car, your dog and even your lawn mower, but when was the last time you washed your home? Pollen, mildew, dirt and grime can collect on the exterior surfaces of your home, making it look rundown and decrepit. If allowed to remain on your home, substances like mildew can even stain or damage the surface of your home. What you need is a professional pressure washing service.
Why Hire a Professional for Pressure Washing Your Home?
You may be thinking you could save money by pressure washing your home yourself. After all, you can rent a pressure washer even if you don’t own one – how hard could it be? However, there are some good reasons to leave pressure washing the exterior of your home to the professionals. Here are a few of those reasons:
Cleaning the exterior of your home can make it look new again and protect it from damage. Call your local pressure washing professionals to have your home cleaned before the winter months roll in.
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Impact Pressure Washing
105 Commerce Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(678) 697-7127
Your home’s gutters are an important part of your roofing system; they safely divert rain and melting snow away from your home, protecting it from damage. That is, as long as they are working properly. Leaves, needles and other debris can clog your gutters, causing them to overflow. Before the wet months of winter are here again, you need to make sure your gutters are ready to do their job.
Gutter Maintenance
Your gutters should be cleaned and inspected at least once a year, although twice a year is ideal. Spring and fall are the best times to schedule maintenance, before and after the wet, stormy months of winter. Here are a few tips to making sure your gutters are ready for the winter storms ahead.
Don’t put off maintaining your gutters. Call your local pressure washing contractor to schedule your gutter cleaning as soon as the last leaves are falling from the trees.
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Impact Pressure Washing
105 Commerce Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(678) 697-7127
Wood decks look beautiful when they are newly stained. However, after a few years the stain can begin to fade and chip and pretty soon your wood deck is more of an eyesore than beautiful. However, a fresh coat of stain can bring back that luster and make your deck look like new again. But before you grab a bucket of stain and a brush, you need to prepare the wood for staining.
Removing the Old Stain
If you have wood stain that is flaking off your deck, you must remove that old stain before adding new stain. To do that, you have two choices. You can use a pressure washer to remove any grime, mildew and loosen the stain, then use a stripping agent to remove the stain. This is time consuming and the chemicals used are very toxic. Many people prefer not to use these harsh chemicals that can affect their landscaping and soil around their deck.
The second option is to remove the stain completely by pressure washing, using no chemicals at all. To do this, you must use a higher intensity of water. While this will remove the stain, it can damage the wood of your deck and create grooves. It takes a professional touch to be able to remove only the stain and not harm the wood. If you want to use this method, it is best to hire a professional pressure washing service that has the experience and equipment to remove the stain without damaging the deck.
Once the stain is completely removed, you will want to wait about a week for the wood to completely dry before adding new stain. Make sure there is no moisture on the deck in the 24-hours before staining and follow the directions for the stain you buy. Before long your deck will look like new again.
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Impact Pressure Washing
105 Commerce Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(678) 697-7127
Is your roof growing its own garden of mold or mildew, with debris accumulating in the corners? Maybe it is time to call in a professional to undo the damage of the winter with a roof cleaning service. Your roof is one of the most important aspects of your home and it is worth the investment to ensure it is properly maintained. Here are three excellent reasons to use a professional roof cleaning service to maintain your roof.
Aesthetics. You cannot hide a dirty roof; it is one of the first things people will notice as they come to your home. To improve your curb appeal, keep your roof free of debris and ugly mildew stains that detract from the beauty of your home. A professional pressure washing service remove the dirt and debris, leaving your roof looking like new.
Protect your investment. Replacing a roof can cost several thousand dollars or more. One of the best ways to make your roof last longer is to keep it clean. Mildew and mold can cause damage to shingles; however, so can cleaning it improperly. Use a professional roof cleaning service that uses low pressure and is experienced in cleaning shingles without damage.
Reduce risk. Cleaning your roof on your own can be risky. Without the right equipment or experience, you can be putting your roof and safety in danger. Let a company that has the right equipment, experience and insurance do the job.
You will be surprised at how big a difference an annual roof cleaning can make in both the beauty of your home and the longevity of your roof. Now is the time to get the grime of winter washed away, leaving your roof clean for the summer months ahead.
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Impact Pressure Washing
105 Commerce Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(678) 697-7127
For most families, the money paid for a home is one of the largest investments they will make. When it comes time to sell due to a move or changes in lifestyle, it’s important to get the best price for your home. There are many factors which can affect overall value; however, curb appeal is one factor which can be easily and affordably improved. One excellent way to do this is through pressure washing.
Curb Appeal Starts with a Clean Home
Nothing can detract from the beauty of your home more than dirt, grime and mildew that accumulates on your siding, roof and hard surfaces. The outdoor elements dull all the surfaces of your home, making it look rundown. While new siding or a new deck may not be an affordable option to improve the curb appeal of your home before you put it on the market, almost any homeowner can afford a pressure washing service.
Pressure washing can safely remove years of exposure to the elements, adding value to your home and increasing the curb appeal. Consider having these areas pressure washed before prospective buyers begin looking at your home:
It’s difficult to find any home improvement service which can offer such a dramatic effect on your home’s curb appeal for the price of a professional pressure washing. Call your local pressure washing service today to schedule your home cleaning before you sell your property this year.
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Impact Pressure Washing
105 Commerce Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(678) 697-7127
Vinyl is the most popular choice for siding material. More than one-third of the exterior cladding installed on new and existing homes is vinyl. Not only do people pay less for vinyl as it is installed, but the upkeep for keeping it clean and looking nice is much less than other choices. While vinyl eliminates the hassle and expense of repainting the house’s siding every five years or so, vinyl still needs to be cleaned in order to look its best. Pressure washing is the fasted and most effective way to clean vinyl siding, and a professional pressure washing service can offer fantastic results to homeowners.
Any type of home exterior covering gets dingy over time, but a pressure washer can quickly restore a home to its original beauty. While there are pressure washers available for rent and personal use at neighboring home good stores, having the home professionally cleaned is highly recommended. Professional residential pressure washers are experts at what they do. They understand how much pressure is needed to clean vinyl siding and can make professional adjustments as needed. Professional pressure washers also come to the home equipped with the right tools for the job. Sometimes years of grime are difficult to clean around windows, chimneys, gutters, etc. A professional residential pressure washer can get into grooves that are hard to reach with his tools of the trade that are not known about, or accessible, to the average homeowner.
If you are looking to have your vinyl siding cleaned, pressure washing by a professional is the way to go. The appearance of your home can be greatly improved by pressure washing – making resell easier, your neighbors happy, and your home looking its best.
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One of the most expensive home improvements you can invest in is a new roof. While many of the newer asphalt roofs can last more than twenty to thirty years, keeping your roof clean can extend the life of your older roof or make your new roof last for decades to come. Branches, needles, leaves and algae can accumulate on your roof, making it look dirty while possibly damaging the roofing material beneath. With winter quickly approaching, now is a great time to get your roof cleaned, protecting it from harm and increasing your home’s curb appeal.
Damaging Effects Of A Dirty Roof
Fall leaves, winter storms and excessive moisture can all contribute to an dirty roof. By the time spring comes around, many homes are sporting roofs with moss, algae streaks and debris collected in the crevices and gutters. Having a dirty roof can cause damage in a couple of ways:
– Algae. Two common algae types which collect on roofs is ugly black algae, and green or yellow moss. While the black algae can streak your roof shingles, it rarely does any damage. Moss, however, can grow into your shingles and damage them permanently.
– Water damage. When debris collects on your roof, it can cause water to dam on the roof surface. This can damage your shingles or cause the water to penetrate under the shingle, costing hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in repairs.
Now is the time to prevent this type of damage to your roof by scheduling a roof cleaning. Your local pressure washing company should be able to clean your roof, gutters and possibly also offers moss treatments. Your roof will look better and last longer, making it a clean, happy roof for years to come!
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Unfortunately, summer is coming to a close after months of fun in the sun. For many homeowners, summer means plenty of time spent out on the back deck, patio or pool area, relaxing with family and friends. However, now that summer is just about over, months of entertaining outside may have left your decks in need of a thorough cleaning. Before the weather changes, now is the time to get your outside living areas pressure washed.
Fall Pressure Washing
Spring and fall are great times to get your outdoor areas looking their best after a busy summer or a nasty winter. While spring may be washing off mildew or other winter leftovers, fall is cleaning up after summer parties and heavy pollen. Areas which may need a professional pressure washing include:
– Decks. Spilled food, beverages and other substances which collect throughout the season can leave your decks looking dirty after a long summer. Pressure washing decks can remove most spills, and make your decks look like new.
– Pool areas. Your pool and pool deck get the most use in the summer. Clean out the crevices between tiles, stones and other pool deck materials without chemicals, which can upset your pool water pH balance, with pressure washing.
– Patios and other outdoor areas. Most outdoor areas like patios and exterior kitchens can be safely cleaned using pressure washing to rid them of spills, pollen and other debris built up over the summer.
Your local pressure washing service can safely clean your outdoor areas this fall to remove all the evidence of the summer fun, leaving your decks, patios and pool areas looking great. Choosing to clean up now leaves you facing fewer chores in preparation of next summer, and can keep your outdoor areas in great shape for the rest of the year.
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