House Washing in the Hudson Valley, NY
Low-pressure soft washing that brings siding back to its original color
Hudson Valley homes take a beating. Shaded north walls grow green algae, wind off the river drives grime into vinyl, and a season of pollen leaves siding chalky and dull. Edge Shines house washing removes all of it with a low-pressure soft wash rather than the high-pressure blasting that cracks seams and forces water behind panels.
We treat the surface with a professional cleaning solution, let it dwell so it kills the organic growth at the root, then rinse the home top to bottom. The difference shows up the same afternoon — and because the algae is killed rather than knocked off, it stays clean far longer than a pressure-only wash.
What our house washing service includes
Every house wash is a full exterior reset, not just the front elevation. We plan the job around your landscaping and water source before a drop of solution is applied.
- Soft wash of all siding: vinyl, aluminum, cedar, stucco, brick and fiber cement
- Removal of algae, mildew, spider webs and wasp nests from eaves and soffits
- Gentle cleaning of gutter faces, shutters, trim, downspouts and light fixtures
- Plants and shrubs pre-wet, tarped where needed and rinsed after the wash
- Full walkaround with you before we pack up
Why soft washing is safer than pressure washing siding
Vinyl and painted surfaces are not built for 3,000 PSI. High pressure drives water behind the panels, dents aluminum and strips paint. Soft washing does the work chemically at roughly garden-hose pressure, which is the method siding manufacturers themselves recommend. It also cleans porous surfaces like stucco and cedar, where pressure would leave visible wand marks.
How often Hudson Valley homes need a wash
Most homes in Orange and Dutchess County look their best on an annual wash, usually late spring once pollen season ends. Homes under heavy tree cover, near the Hudson, or with north-facing walls that stay damp often need a wash every 12 to 18 months to stay ahead of green growth.
House washing across Orange and Dutchess County
We wash homes throughout Newburgh, NY, Beacon, NY, Middletown, NY, Monroe, NY, Goshen, NY, Chester, NY and the surrounding Hudson Valley — from vinyl colonials in Newburgh to cedar-sided homes in Cornwall. Because we are local, we know which neighborhoods sit under the tree cover that grows algae fastest.
House Washing FAQs for Hudson Valley homeowners
Will house washing damage my siding or landscaping?
No. We use low-pressure soft washing at roughly garden-hose pressure, and we pre-wet and rinse every plant bed around the home. The method is what most vinyl and fiber cement manufacturers specify.
How long does a house wash take?
Most Hudson Valley homes take two to four hours depending on square footage, stories and how heavy the algae growth is. You do not need to be home, as long as we have access to an outdoor spigot.
How much does house washing cost in the Hudson Valley?
Pricing depends on the size of the home and the level of growth. We give a firm, no-pressure quote after a quick look at photos or an on-site visit, and the number we quote is the number you pay.
What is the best time of year to wash a house?
Late spring through early fall is ideal. Spring washes clear off winter grime and pollen, while a fall wash pairs well with gutter cleaning before the leaves drop.
Where we provide house washing
Edge Shines is based in the Hudson Valley and serves homeowners throughout Orange and Dutchess County.
- Newburgh, NY
- Beacon, NY
- Middletown, NY
- Monroe, NY
- Goshen, NY
- Chester, NY
- New Windsor, NY
- Cornwall, NY
- Highland Falls, NY
- Washingtonville, NY
- Florida, NY
- Warwick, NY
Not on the list? Check our full service area or call (845) 542-7255.
Ready to book house washing in the Hudson Valley?
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