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: Can pros remove tough stains and mildew?

• <div><p>Yes, pros use specialized solutions and pressure settings tailored to surface sensitivity.</p></div>

Q: What surfaces should you not use a pressure washer on?

• <div><p>You should not use a pressure washer on any surface that it might damage. Examples include shingled roofs, glass, electrical components, and anything with a seal that might be stripped away by the pressure. There are a variety of different uses for a pressure washer . They're ideal for driveways, patios, garage floors, vehicles, fencing, gutters, and paint stripping.</p></div>

Q: Will vinegar hurt roof shingles?

• <div><p>Vinegar will not damage your roof shingles. Using vinegar to wash your roof is an effective and popular cleaning method for asphalt shingles. You can buy white vinegar with varying concentrations of acetic acid. Typically, 5% is all you need for a good roof cleaning, but if you&rsquo;ve got stubborn stains or moss you can go as high as 25%.</p></div>

Q: How do I prevent future damage to my metal roof?

• <div><p>Regular cleaning, promptly repairing minor issues, ensuring proper drainage, and using rust-resistant coatings help prevent recurring damage.</p></div>

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Last update on November 30, 2025

Reviewed in October 2019
Green Valley was the only company that noticed I had skylights and recommended that I replace those at the same time. I had an old furnace chimney and the workers double checked before they removed it . They wanted to verify they were not removing an active vent. Clean up was complete.
Green Valley Roofing Siding Windows
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Reviewed in July 2019
We got a roof replacement from Roofs R Us in February 2016. It's been leaking for 3 years. Just found out today that he never took out a permit or had it inspected. Guess now I know why! When we called AJ to have him come repair it, we didn't get a phone call back for 2 weeks. We finally called...
Roofs R Us
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Reviewed in November 2013
Professionalism at it's best! Fireplaces are dirty but you wouldn't know it when you use the Cheerful Chimney Sweep! He brought his own sparkling clean drop cloth and ONLY walked on it. He even walked it backwards out of the house so he would not step on my carpet! After be left there was no...
Cheerful Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in May 2013
One summer day, a few of shingles flew off our roof. I called Peterson to have them come out and fix them and repair the flashing around our chimney/exhaust. They were late coming out, but finally, supposedly came out and made the repairs. I never saw them, but my neighbor commented that they'd...
PETERSON ROOFING
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Reviewed in May 2012
Winston's first did an Level 1 inspection and provided clear information (including photos) about our chimney's condition and needed repairs. The chimney is 55+ years old and the original clay flue tiles and the crown had deteriorated. The technician was thorough and courteous and was really...
Winston's Chimney Service
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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Yes, pros use specialized solutions and pressure settings tailored to surface sensitivity.

You should not use a pressure washer on any surface that it might damage. Examples include shingled roofs, glass, electrical components, and anything with a seal that might be stripped away by the pressure. There are a variety of different uses for a pressure washer . They're ideal for driveways, patios, garage floors, vehicles, fencing, gutters, and paint stripping.

Vinegar will not damage your roof shingles. Using vinegar to wash your roof is an effective and popular cleaning method for asphalt shingles. You can buy white vinegar with varying concentrations of acetic acid. Typically, 5% is all you need for a good roof cleaning, but if you’ve got stubborn stains or moss you can go as high as 25%.

Regular cleaning, promptly repairing minor issues, ensuring proper drainage, and using rust-resistant coatings help prevent recurring damage.

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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