How can I clean the outside of my house without a pressure washer?

• <div><p>Long-handled telescopic brushes are the best way to clean the outside of a house without a pressure washer. There are even special attachments for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/clean-outside-windows.htm">cleaning the outside of windows</a>. Use a gentle cleaning solution for both the roof and siding to avoid harming the finishes. Be sure to rinse the area thoroughly with a garden hose after scrubbing.</p></div>

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Q: How do you hang Christmas lights on a roof without gutters?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t have gutters, you can hang <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hang-christmas-lights-tile-roof.htm">Christmas lights on your tile roof</a> or shingles with the right kind of roof clips. Again, you should avoid using nails or staples, as they could damage your roof&rsquo;s material. Adhesive light-hanging clips are best for hanging lights on a roof.</p><p> </p></div>

Q: Can roof cleaning prevent the need for repairs?

• <div><p>Yes, cleaning removes harmful elements that contribute to rot or degradation, extending the roof's lifespan and averting costly future repairs.</p></div>

Q: What is the best season to clean roof shingles?

• <div><p>For most people, summer is the best season to clean roof shingles. You want a day with dry weather and comfortable temperatures. In hot climates, late spring may work better for washing shingles. Avoid cleaning roof shingles at any time where ice could form from applying water in low temperatures.</p></div>

Q: Can I just rinse my solar panels?

• <div><p>You can rinse your solar panels in some cases. For example, periodically rinsing your solar panels can remove light debris if you live in an agricultural or dusty area. Light dust and dirt won&rsquo;t affect efficiency much, but they can build up and mix with other debris like animal droppings, leaves, and small sticks. </p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2013
It was a very good experience with A1 Preffered. He was on time and perform the service without a big mess. He also gave us som
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Reviewed in December 2011
He arrived 15 minutes early! Covered the floor in front of fireplace with a blanket. Told me his observations and went to work cleaning the chimney. Told him we were experiencing a cold draft and he inspected the outside air intake and also went on the roof to check from above. Found that the...
Clean Sweep Chimney Care LLC
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Reviewed in December 2011
I left messages with three different chimney sweep services in the Des Moines and Ames area. Tom, at Mr. Sweeps is the only one that returned my call. I live about 30 miles away from Ames which was not a problem for him, so we set a date. We communicated the day before he was scheduled to do...
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Reviewed in January 2018
Ryan did an excellent job. He braced the stack an he is very much of a perfectionist. Very friendly an respectable. The materials he used were top of the line. I know I can depend on this chimney for years to come.
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Reviewed in February 2012
During a home inspection, the inspector noted that the chimney for the fire place needed to be cleaned prior to use. I contacted The Chimney Sweep and scheduled an appointment. He was on time and came with all the necessary equipment needed. The room that the fire place is in is carpeted, and...
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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

If you don’t have gutters, you can hang Christmas lights on your tile roof or shingles with the right kind of roof clips. Again, you should avoid using nails or staples, as they could damage your roof’s material. Adhesive light-hanging clips are best for hanging lights on a roof.

Yes, cleaning removes harmful elements that contribute to rot or degradation, extending the roof's lifespan and averting costly future repairs.

For most people, summer is the best season to clean roof shingles. You want a day with dry weather and comfortable temperatures. In hot climates, late spring may work better for washing shingles. Avoid cleaning roof shingles at any time where ice could form from applying water in low temperatures.

You can rinse your solar panels in some cases. For example, periodically rinsing your solar panels can remove light debris if you live in an agricultural or dusty area. Light dust and dirt won’t affect efficiency much, but they can build up and mix with other debris like animal droppings, leaves, and small sticks.

Long-handled telescopic brushes are the best way to clean the outside of a house without a pressure washer. There are even special attachments for cleaning the outside of windows. Use a gentle cleaning solution for both the roof and siding to avoid harming the finishes. Be sure to rinse the area thoroughly with a garden hose after scrubbing.

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