Exterior Surface Care & Decks

Pressure Washing in Marietta, GA

Mildew, pollen and red-clay grime washed off siding, decks and hard surfaces at the right pressure for each material.

Around 25 Years of Experience · Painter serving Marietta, GA

What Pressure Washing Does for a Georgia Home

Walk around any house in the Marietta area in late spring and you can see what the climate does to it: green mildew on the shaded side, a yellow dusting of pine pollen on every flat surface, black streaks under the eaves and orange-brown red-clay splash along the bottom of the siding. Pressure washing takes all of that off, and it is also the first step before any exterior paint job. Miguel Painting washes siding, decks, porches and other hard surfaces so they look clean and so paint or sealer can bond to them.

Different surfaces need different pressure. Vinyl and painted wood siding need a gentle approach so water is not forced behind the boards, while concrete and walkways can take more. Wood decks are the surface most often damaged by washing done too hard, because high pressure can raise the grain and leave fuzzy, gouged boards. We match the nozzle and pressure to the material and test in an out-of-the-way spot first.

Timing helps the result too. Pine pollen season in north Georgia peaks in March and April, so washing a house in mid-April can mean the pollen is back in a week. Many homeowners wait until the heaviest pollen has dropped, or wash right before painting, when the surface has to be clean anyway.

Pressure washing in Marietta, GA: worker pressure washing a set of stone steps

Signs a Pressure Wash Is Overdue

Most of these build up slowly, so they are easy to miss until the house is next to a freshly washed neighbor.

Green or black mildew on the north side, under eaves and around downspouts
Siding that feels gritty, chalky or slick when you run a hand over it
Red-clay splash and dirt lines across the lower few feet of the house
A deck or porch that has turned gray, slippery or dotted with algae
Heavy yellow pollen coating in spring that rinsing with a hose does not clear
A repaint, stain or sale coming up that needs a clean surface first
Dark streaks on the siding or fence where gutters overflow

How We Pressure Wash Your Property

Look at the surfaces and discuss goals
Miguel checks what is being washed: siding type, deck condition, concrete, and what kind of staining you have. He also asks about plants, windows and anything fragile near the work area.
Protect what should stay dry
Delicate plants are rinsed and covered, outdoor outlets and light fixtures are protected, and doors and windows are checked so water does not get inside.
Pre-treat stubborn growth
Mildew and algae can be treated before washing so the stain breaks down instead of just being blasted around. Heavy staining may need more than one pass.
Wash with the right pressure
We work from the top down with a pressure that suits each surface: gentle on siding and wood, firmer on concrete. We keep the spray angle low enough that water does not get driven under siding.
Rinse and check
Cleaner is rinsed off the surface and nearby plants, and we look over the work in daylight to catch missed spots.
Leave it ready for the next step
If a repaint or sealer is next, we tell you how long the surface needs to dry. Wood decks and siding can take a day or more in humid weather.

What Affects the Price of Pressure Washing

Washing is quoted after we see the surfaces. These are the factors that change the price.

Total area and number of surfaces

A single porch washes quickly. A two-story house, deck and driveway together take longer and are quoted by the area and the number of different surfaces.

Height and access

Second-story walls, steep slopes and tight spaces behind landscaping slow the work.

How bad the buildup is

Light dust washes off easily. Years of mildew or algae may need pre-treatment and repeat passes.

Surface type

Wood decks and delicate siding call for slower, gentler work than concrete, and that affects time.

Combined with painting

If washing is the first step of a repaint, scheduling both together can be more efficient. The quote lays out what is included.

Why Choose Miguel Painting to Wash Your Home

Washing that does not damage surfaces

The wrong pressure leaves gouged wood and forced water behind siding. We choose pressure by material, not by what is fastest.

Painters wash with the next coat in mind

Because we paint as well, we know how clean and how dry a surface has to be before paint or sealer will last.

Direct communication

Questions about timing, plants or what to expect go straight to Miguel at (404) 747-0902.

Around 25 years of exterior work

Miguel has spent roughly 25 years working on homes, and the washing and prep that comes before paint is part of that experience.

Where we do this work

We pressure wash homes in Marietta and across Kennesaw, Smyrna, Sandy Springs and Atlanta. Our Marietta page explains the conditions we plan for locally.

Pressure Washing FAQs

Will pressure washing damage my siding?

It can if the pressure is too high or the spray is aimed upward under the boards. We adjust the nozzle and pressure to the siding material, work from a safe angle and test in a small spot first.

When is the best time to pressure wash in the Marietta area?

Many people wait until the heaviest pine pollen has fallen, usually after April, or wash right before painting. Washing at the peak of pollen season can mean the surface needs rinsing again within days.

How soon can I paint or stain after pressure washing?

The surface must be fully dry, which can take a day or more on siding and several days on a deck in humid weather. We tell you when it is ready rather than painting over damp material.

Do you wash driveways and concrete too?

Yes, along with walkways, patios and porches. Mention what you want washed when you request your quote so we can plan time and pressure for each surface.

What about mildew that keeps coming back?

North Georgia's humidity means mildew returns on shaded surfaces over time. Pre-treating the growth, improving water drainage and trimming plants back from the wall slow its return.