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Why You Should Soft Wash Your Roof to Remove Moss (Before It’s Too Late!)
Why You Should Soft Wash Your Roof to Remove Moss (Before It’s Too Late!) 🧼🏠 Don’t Let Secrets Lurk on Your Roof 🌿😱 At first glance, moss on your roof might look charming or even harmless. But beneath that soft green carpet lies a silent threat capable of costing you...

What Is Considered Low Pressure for Roof Cleaning?
What Is Considered Low Pressure for Roof In the UK exterior cleaning industry, there’s often confusion about what counts as “low pressure” when cleaning roofs especially when using standard jet washers. Many professionals claim to be “softwashing” with a pressure washer turned down low, but in reality, most machines can’t...

Will Sodium Hypochlorite Bleach Surfaces? 🧪 Avoiding Costly Soft Washing Mistakes
Will Sodium Hypochlorite Bleach Surfaces? 🧪 Avoiding Costly Soft Washing Mistakes Sodium hypochlorite is the powerhouse chemical behind most soft wash chemicals. However, the big question every softwashing professional (or skilled DIYer!) needs to ask is: will sodium hypochlorite bleach surfaces?And more importantly how can you avoid it happening? 🤔...

Understanding the Legal Use of Sodium Hypochlorite in Softwashing
Understanding the Legal Use of Sodium Hypochlorite in Softwashing Thanks to Ben Hawkins for initiating this important industry conversation by expressing the viewpoint that “Softwashing without a biocidal claim….The whole point of Softwashing is that you kill the growths responsible for the dirty appearance hence allowing for a longer better...

Can I Legally Use Swimming Pool Hypochlorite to Clean a Patio Commercially in the UK?
Can I Legally Use Swimming Pool Hypochlorite to Clean a Patio Commercially in the UK? Great question! This is the exact grey area many UK exterior cleaning pros like yourself operate in. Below is the fully legal, HSE-aligned answer tailored to your situation as a commercial exterior cleaning business using...

UK Roof Tile Manufacturers Warn: Do Not Jet Wash Your Roof Tiles
Roof Tile Manufacturers Warn: Do Not Jet Wash Your Roof Maintaining a roof’s appearance and longevity is important, but how you clean roof tiles can make a critical difference. All major UK roof tile manufacturers explicitly advise against using high pressure jet washing on their products. This article compiles manufacturer...

How to Soft Wash a Patio Without Damaging It: The Ultimate Guide
🧼 How to Soft Wash a Patio Without Damaging It: The Ultimate Guide If your patio is starting to look green, slippery, or just plain tired, a deep clean might be in order. But before you reach for a pressure washer, let’s talk about a safer, more effective alternative: Soft...

How to Remove Algae from Render Without Damaging the Surface
How to Remove Algae from Render Without Damaging the Surface 🧽✨ Is your rendered wall turning green or discoloured? Algae and other organic growth not only ruin your property's aesthetic but can also damage the render over time. Fortunately, there's a safe, effective method to tackle this issue Soft Washing. 🚨...

How to Soft Wash Roof Tiles Without Damaging Them: Expert Tips & Truths 🏡
How to Soft Wash Roof Tiles Without Damaging Them: Expert Tips & Truths 🏡 Maintaining a clean roof is essential not only for curb appeal but also to extend the life of your property. Yet, many homeowners and contractors still wonder: “Can you soft wash roof tiles without damaging them?”...

Understanding Soft Washing Biocides: Residual Power, Safety & Best Practices
Understanding Soft Washing Biocides: Residual Power, Safety & Best Practices Soft washing is a powerful and safe method of cleaning exterior surfaces when done correctly and a major component of its success comes down to the use of biocides. But what exactly are soft washing biocides? How do they work, and...

Managing Runoff in Softwashing: Best Practices for Commercial Contractors
Managing Runoff in Softwashing: Best Practices for Commercial Contractors For exterior cleaning professionals, particularly those involved in commercial roof cleaning, managing runoff when using sodium hypochlorite (SH) is one of the most practical and misunderstood aspects of the job. Whether you’re just starting out in the softwashing industry or looking...

How to Increase Your Leads: A Strategic Approach for Soft Washing Professionals
🚀 How to Increase Your Leads: A Strategic Approach for Soft Washing Professionals Are you a soft washing or exterior cleaning business owner looking to boost your leads and grow your customer base? You’re not alone. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling your operations, consistent lead generation is the...