One of the factors that attract people to east Tennessee is the weather. During the spring and fall, comfortable temperatures combined with beautiful colors beckon people to explore the great outdoors. Summers are warm but often cooler than lower elevation parts of our state. We get enough rain to feed gardens and farms and enough sun to bring plenty of tourists to the Tri-Cities.
For the vast majority of the year, the weather is amazing. Even during winter, snow-lovers usually get several opportunities to watch the hills and mountains become a winter wonderland. However, rain, sleet, and snow also contribute to the collection of dirt and debris on our home’s outdoor surfaces.
The key to making sure your home or business’ exterior looks great, stays clean, and is not damaged by winter weather is to keep it pressure washed. In this article, we are providing five winter pressure washing tips.
Five Tips for Pressure Washing During Winter in East Tennessee
1) Don’t Be Afraid to Pressure Wash Your Property During Winter
A common misconception is that winter is not a good time to have your home pressure washed. However, in our area, pressure washing can be done year-round. Pressure washing is one of the key ways to make sure your home is ready for everything winter will throw at it in Eest Tennessee.
In the event the mercury dips too low for effective pressure washing services, we will let you know and make sure to have your project rescheduled.
2) Prepare Your Home for Pressure Washing
It is important to take steps to prepare your home for a pressure washing project:
- Safely store all items (such as children’s toys) that could be damaged by pressure washing.
- Cover any sensitive plants that could be damaged by highly pressurized water.
- Identify everything that needs to be washed, including siding, fencing, decks, furniture, porches, patios, outdoor living spaces, pool areas, etc.
- Make sure everyone in your family is aware of the pressure washing project.
- Research the highest quality pressure washing companies in your area.
Preparation is key to ensuring you get the most out of your winter pressure washing project.
3) Utilize Soft Washing Techniques
Low-pressure washing (or soft washing) is used to clean areas that are susceptible to damage with high pressure. Cates Pressure Washing is certified to provide low-pressure washing services to those sensitive surfaces.
Your roof, for example, may be showing signs of needing to be washed, such as ugly black stains left behind by wet fallen leaves. Contact Cates Pressure Washing for help with cleaning your roof and other sensitive exterior areas of your home or commercial property.
4) Have Your Home or Business Property Pressure Washed After Winter Storms
Johnson City receives about a foot of snow each year on average. This may fall all at once or over the course of several months through a series of winter weather systems. In addition to snow, sleet and freezing rain can combine to impact your home or commercial property.
While snow may be pretty while it’s falling and laying on the ground, as it melts, it leaves behind a muddy mess. Often, snow and ice weigh heavily on leaves and limbs, causing them to break and fall on your roof, deck, porch, and outdoor surfaces.
If you use ice-melt solutions to make your driveway, sidewalk, or parking lot safer, the residue it leaves behind can stain these surfaces. When winter weather strikes, it is vital to have your residential or commercial property pressure washed to restore its shine and ensure the dirt and debris don’t lead to damage.
5) Keep an Eye Out for Mold
Mold and mildew are associated with warm weather; however, the winter chill does not prevent it from developing. All mold needs are moisture and time to collect on your deck, outdoor furniture, roof, and siding. Leaves that fall during autumn gather on outdoor surfaces, trap moisture, and create the perfect environment for organic growth.
During winter, it is important for home and business owners to keep an eye out for the development of mold and mildew. If you see the signs, make sure you have your outdoor surfaces pressure washed to remove this organic growth and protect your family or patrons.
Cates Pressure Washing - Winter Pressure Washing Services
Winter is the perfect time to have your home, or business pressure washed. In fact, any time your outdoor surfaces are dirty, it is the perfect time for pressure washing. The key to effectively cleaning your property’s exterior surfaces is to utilize a trustworthy cleaner in east Tennessee.
Cates Pressure Washing has experienced many years of winters in the Tri-Cities. We have the expertise to thoroughly clean your outdoor surfaces. Contact our team for more information about winter pressure washing your residential or commercial exterior surfaces this winter.