In addition to being at “top” of this list, roof cleaning and gutter cleaning should also be done first for another reason – they often produce a much larger amount of debris.
Deck Cleaning followed by deck staining offers much more than only aesthetic benefits . Unprotected wood soon looses all of its natural protection against all of the elements. The wood’s natural oils, which provide initial protection against moisture and UV rays, dissipate fairly soon after it is subject to continuous outdoor exposure. At that point, [...]
When vinyl siding was gaining serious traction in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s, one of the main claims and attractions was that “it never had to be painted.” Just think, say goodbye to your painting tools. Unfortunately, too many homeowners made the assumption, maybe with the assistance of unscrupulous salespeople, that not needing to [...]
After a long, wet, blustery fall and winter, you deck can look less than pristine. The previous summer’s UV rays slowly disappated some of the color pigment in the stain. Then the constant wetness made the wood swell, even further limiting it’s ability to dry out. Slippery mildew or fungus may have started to grow, [...]
How Different Moss Types Can Affect Roof Cleaning It’s green, kind of furry, and likes to grow in the Portland area. “What else do I really need to know about moss?” you might ask yourself. Believe it or not, there are numerous types of moss. Plus, there is a chance that what you see on [...]