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It’s important to avoid power washing your house during freezing temperatures because the excess water can freeze on surfaces and cause damage. You should also avoid doing this task during heavy wind or rain because the water spray becomes less effective and could spread debris. Don’t power wash your home if your siding is cracked, loose, or peeling because the high pressure can worsen the damage. Lastly, if your home has delicate materials like softwood or stucco, consider gentler cleaning methods to prevent structural harm.

Your deck may look or feel fuzzy after pressure washing because the high-pressure spray tears some wood fibers as it removes the outer layer of dead and discolored wood. This fuzzy effect is a normal part of the pressure-washing process and will go away on its own in a few weeks. You can opt to spot-sand your deck if you’d like to remove it more quickly.

As you can imagine, the difference between soft washing and pressure washing is the amount of pressure applied in the cleaning process. Soft washing is a gentler method that uses a low-pressure nozzle and is safe for fragile paint and masonry. Because it’s not as aggressive as pressure washing, you need to use a cleaning solution when soft washing.

It’s always best to check the manufacturer’s instructions for your pressure washer to see what detergents they recommend. If you’re caught short and looking for an at-home solution, you could try using trusty dish soap to help keep your siding sparkling. However, always use a dilute solution, as concentrated dish soap can clog the machine. One tablespoon of dish soap per 1.5 quarts of water is a good place to start.