If you live in Greater Boston, you know the story: winters dump snow, spring brings pollen, summers tend to bake, and fall blasts your siding with leaves/sticks/acorns via a few dramatic wind gusts. Long story short: your home’s exterior takes a beating.
That’s exactly why a seasonal power washing isn’t just a “nice to have”; we consider it a housekeeping/homecare essential. At Catchlight Painting, we offer power washing year-round because we’ve seen firsthand what happens when a house goes too long without it.
Why Power Washing Timing Matters
Spring is the obvious moment: snow has melted, salt and sand have sat on your sidewalks and siding, and mildew in shady areas begins to appear. But power washing isn’t limited to the spring checklist. Removing mildew from shaded/shady walkways and steps in late fall is critical to preventing slips and falls in the winter. Homes shaded by trees see mold and algae mid-summer. Coastal or salt-exposed areas are prone to grit that adheres to surfaces. Even well-kept walkways collect layers of grime that hide beneath a fresh coat of paint. There are many reasons power washing can be necessary year-round.
In some cases, we’ve discovered a home thought to need painting simply needed a good washing, and the estimate went from tens of thousands to under a thousand dollars!
What a Proper Wash Looks Like
A professional power washing of your home isn’t a casual hose blast after watering the rhododendrons. With Catchlight, it begins with identifying the correct surface (siding, brick, walkways, decks, or even roofs) and picking the right pressure, angle, and cleaning agent. For example, we use properly diluted sodium hypochlorite solutions and protect foliage and patios with pre-wetting and rinsing.
One of the most important reasons for power washing is prep for painting. Paint won’t adhere properly to surfaces coated with dirt, algae, or accumulated dust. Skipping this step may lead to peeling or early failure.
Power Washing & The Long-Term Payoff
Think of power washing services as preventative maintenance for your home’s exterior. It keeps siding cleaner longer, can delay a costly repaint, improves curb appeal, and safeguards materials from rot or mold damage. It also sets the stage for any further work, whether exterior painting or historic restoration, by providing a clean canvas.
Whether it’s spring cleanup, pre-winter reset, or just tackling that shaded side of the house that never seems clean, Catchlight is ready to help.
Contact us today to schedule a professional power washing and give your home the seasonal refresh it deserves.
