Pressure washing is the most efficient way to lift years of built-up dirt, tire marks, oil spots, and organic staining off durable exterior surfaces. When it’s used on the right surface, the difference is dramatic and immediate — a driveway or patio that looked worn suddenly reads as maintained.
The key word is right surface. Pressure washing is not a universal cleaning method. Aimed at painted siding, stucco, or roofing, high pressure can push water where it shouldn’t go and cause damage. That’s why we assess every property before choosing a method — some surfaces get pressure washed, others get soft washed instead.
Surfaces we clean
- Concrete driveways
- Concrete walkways and sidewalks
- Patios and pool decks
- Brick and masonry
- Retaining walls
- Some hardscape features
Common problems we address
- Ground-in dirt and tire staining
- Oil spots and hydraulic-fluid drips
- Organic buildup on shaded slabs
- Efflorescence and mineral staining
- General weathering and grime
How the cleaning method works
Pressure washing uses a high-pressure water stream to physically dislodge dirt and debris from the surface. On concrete and masonry we typically pair the wand with a surface cleaner attachment for even, streak-reduced results across large flat areas, and switch back to the wand for edges and detail work.
Depending on the staining, we may pre-treat the surface with an appropriate cleaner, agitate, and then rinse — the exact steps depend on what we’re cleaning.
When this method is a good fit
- Cleaning concrete flatwork with heavy soiling
- Restoring the look of a patio or pool deck
- Prepping a driveway before sealing or resurfacing
- Cleaning brick or masonry that has weathered evenly
When we’d recommend a different approach
- Painted wood, fiber-cement, or vinyl siding — soft washing is usually safer
- Stucco walls, which can absorb water and be damaged by pressure
- Roof shingles, tile, or metal roofing — pressure washing is not the appropriate method for these surfaces
- Delicate mortar joints, aged coatings, or historic surfaces
How to prepare your property
- Move vehicles, planters, and patio furniture off the cleaning area
- Close nearby windows and exterior doors
- Let us know about any nearby sensitive plants
- Confirm access to an exterior water spigot
Our service process
- Walk the property with you to confirm scope and identify any surfaces that should not be pressure washed.
- Set up equipment, protect surrounding areas, and pre-treat heavy staining if needed.
- Clean the agreed-upon surfaces with pressure and surface-cleaner attachments as appropriate.
- Rinse surrounding hardscape and landscaping as needed.
- Walk the completed work with you before wrapping up.
What affects the price
- Total square footage of the surfaces
- Severity and type of staining (oil, organic growth, etc.)
- Access difficulty and setup requirements
- Whether the job combines with other services like house washing
- Distance from our base in Citrus Heights
Related exterior-cleaning services
Service areas
We provide pressure washing throughout the Greater Sacramento area, including Citrus Heights, Roseville, Orangevale, Sacramento, Carmichael, and Antelope.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure which service you need? See all exterior cleaning services or request a free estimate — we’ll help you scope it.
