What happens if I don't pressure wash my deck before staining?

• <div><p>If you don’t thoroughly clean your deck surface before staining, debris, grease, and mildew can get trapped on top of the wood. As well as looking unsightly, the stain won’t effectively penetrate the wood surface. You won’t have such a well-protected deck, and you’ll likely have to restain sooner. Beyond just the appearance and adhesion issues, any existing mold or mildew left untreated can continue to grow beneath the new stain, potentially leading to wood rot and structural damage over time, ultimately shortening the lifespan of your deck and requiring costly repairs.</p></div>

What questions should I ask a pressure washing pro?

• <div><p>When researching prospective <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/power-washing/">pressure washing pros</a>, consider asking them the following questions to ensure you hire the right professional for the job. </p><ul><li><p>What factors determine your costs to pressure wash a deck?</p></li><li><p>What are the different techniques you use for different deck materials, such as wood, composite, and metal? </p></li><li><p>How do you ensure that the pressure washer won’t damage the deck? </p></li><li><p>Are there any hidden costs I should prepare for, such as fees for deep stains or mold removal?</p></li><li><p>Can you offer a discounted price if I want to bundle additional services, like sealing or staining?</p></li><li><p>How long does it typically take you to pressure wash a deck like mine?</p></li><li><p>What type of detergents and cleaning solutions do you use? Are they safe for the surrounding ecosystem?</p></li><li><p>Do you recommend applying any treatments or coatings after pressure washing to preserve its appearance? </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What factors affect powerwashing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on surface material, level of grime, accessibility, labor, and required cleaning agents.</p></div>

Q: What happens if I don't pressure wash my deck before staining?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t thoroughly clean your deck surface before staining, debris, grease, and mildew can get trapped on top of the wood. As well as looking unsightly, the stain won&rsquo;t effectively penetrate the wood surface. You won&rsquo;t have such a well-protected deck, and you&rsquo;ll likely have to restain sooner. Beyond just the appearance and adhesion issues, any existing mold or mildew left untreated can continue to grow beneath the new stain, potentially leading to wood rot and structural damage over time, ultimately shortening the lifespan of your deck and requiring costly repairs.</p></div>

Q: What do housekeepers not clean?

• <div><p>Most housekeepers won&rsquo;t handle tasks that require specialized equipment or training, like <a href="https://www.angi.com/companylist/carpet-cleaning.htm">carpet shampooing</a>, window washing at high levels, or outdoor cleaning. Housekeepers typically dust, vacuum, mop, wash dishes, clean surfaces, and launder linens. It&rsquo;s best to clarify what services are included before hiring to make sure you&rsquo;re on the same page.</p></div>

Q: Is pressure washing the best way to clean vinyl siding?

• <div><p>Not always. The answer depends on your specific vinyl siding product. While some manufacturers advise against pressure washing, others recommend pressure washing as long as pressure is kept below a certain threshold.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2013
Here is the bottom line This guy is an owner operator that is intelligent, hardworking, personable, and professional. I was so pleased with his work and the results I gave him a little extra $$. I will have him back again next year! Life as a homeowner would be so much easier if we had more...
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Reviewed in October 2017
All went very well! From the time I left a message for an estimate to the time that the owner returned my call was approximately 8-10 minutes. He was at my house that within 2 hours to write and provide me with a free estimate and discussion of the best plan to paint. He was very easy to...
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Reviewed in September 2012
Peter was very complete on explaining what he would do. He gave me his estimate and did the work as he stated. He and his crew were very pleasant to work with and were very dedicated workers. I highly recommend that you hire AAA Painting if you need anything done around your home. ...
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Reviewed in August 2015
They were very organized, professional and courteous. Called them for estimate ( I live out of town), was called back within 24 hours, they did the free estimate within a couple of days. Gave me a detailed estimate with pricing clearly stated for all work. Told me to send 1/3 deposit down to...
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Reviewed in September 2017
Nice work, no complaints about that but then billed me for work I didn't request or need (painted shed). When brought to his attention, first tried to blame it on me for not being clear on contract, then when that didn't pan out, hung his hat on the time and money he head spend on materials and...
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