How Often to Pressure Wash Your PNW Home
Learn how often you should pressure wash your Vancouver WA home, the signs of algae buildup, and the best seasonal timing to protect your siding.
PNW Weather vs. Your Home
Months of rain, deep shade, and persistent moisture create the perfect storm for algae and moss.
Rain falling heavily against the side of a wooden house in the Pacific Northwest
The Annual Washing Rule
Most Vancouver WA homes need a thorough pressure wash once a year. Heavily shaded homes might need two!
A bright, clean residential home exterior surrounded by tall pine trees in Vancouver, WA
Watch for Green & Black
Don't stick to a rigid schedule. Look out for green algae streaks and dark mildew spots on north-facing walls.
Close up view of light-colored house siding covered in dark green algae streaks and black mildew spots
Beware Slippery Walkways
If your driveway or sidewalk feels slick, moss and algae have taken over, creating a hidden safety hazard.
A concrete pathway heavily covered in thick green moss and wet slime
Spring is the Best Time
Late spring offers the perfect weather windows. Wash away winter's mess right before the dry season begins.
Spring sunlight shining on a clean house exterior framed by gentle moving green tree leaves
Don't Wait for Damage
Algae breaks down paint and wood over time. Secure your annual pressure wash and protect your home today!
A powerful fan of water spraying against dirty wood siding, washing away green algae to reveal clean wood