Residential exterior cleaning
Green streaks on the shady side of your home? We wash away dirt and algae using a method matched to your siding. Get a free written estimate for the walls and trim you want cleaned.
Based in Marquette Heights · Serving homes within about 60 miles
From our work
Look at the boards below the window and beside the porch light. Before washing, green-gray streaks ran across the siding. Afterward, you can see the lighter finish and the lines between the boards.
If one side of your home looks greener than the rest, show us that side first. A wide photo helps us see the wall, nearby plants and how the crew can reach it.
Ask about my siding →What’s included
A house wash starts with the siding. From there, we look at the roofline, trim and finish with you so the crew and homeowner have the same list on wash day.
A north-facing wall can look green while the front still looks clean. Tell us whether you’re concerned about one elevation, the entry visitors see first, or buildup around the whole home. We’ll identify the walls and stories covered by the estimate.
Look up from your front step. The soffit is the underside of the overhang. Fascia is the board along the roof edge. If grime on those surfaces, window trim or the outer gutter faces catches your eye, ask us to include those details in the written scope.
If color rubs off as powder, paint lifts at the edges or a board sits loose, mention it when you reach out. We assess the finish and condition before choosing a method and explain which marks may still show after washing.
Free written estimate
You don’t need to measure the walls or work out what caused a stain. Start with your city or ZIP and the best way to reach you. If you have a photo, one wide shot and one close-up can help us see what you see.
We’ll reply using the contact method you choose. We’ll confirm the surfaces, check any access or finish concerns and outline the work for you to review before scheduling.
Tell us where the home is and how you’d like us to reply.
We’ll contact you to confirm the scope. General estimate form · Privacy policy
Soft washing & siding care
Before we wash, we look at the siding, seams, window seals and any exposed or damaged areas. The material, its finish and the manufacturer’s care instructions guide how we clean each surface. Let us know about a window that leaks in heavy rain or a recently painted section.
On suitable siding, a soft-wash treatment loosens dirt and algae. We plan where the rinse water will go, pre-wet nearby landscaping as needed, and use a controlled, low-pressure rinse. That gives us a way to clean buildup without relying on a forceful spray.
From estimate to cleanup
01Give us your city or ZIP and a way to reach you. A note such as “the wall behind the garage turns green” gives us a useful starting point. Photos are optional.
02We review the surfaces, access and specific marks you want addressed. You can see which walls and details are included and ask about any separate services before scheduling.
03We confirm water access and identify belongings, plants and openings near the work area. The crew treats and rinses the agreed surfaces using the method selected for their condition.
04We check the cleaned areas and tidy up. If a mark remains, we explain what we found and whether a separate treatment or a siding repair is worth considering.
“My siding and gutters looked like new, when they finished.”
Rebecca B. · October 2022 · Read the HomeAdvisor review
Central Illinois service area
Our residential crew is based in Marquette Heights, near Peoria. We serve homes in Peoria, East Peoria, Pekin, Morton and Washington, along with surrounding communities within about 60 miles of our base. If you’re near the edge of that area, send your city or ZIP so we can confirm availability for your address.
Homeowner questions
Unsure whether a stain will wash off? You can add a photo to your estimate request.
Ask about my home →Your estimate identifies the exterior walls to be cleaned and any soffits, fascia, trim or outer gutter faces included. Tell us if one wall needs attention or if you want us to assess every side.
On suitable siding, we use a soft wash. A cleaning solution loosens organic buildup, then we rinse at low pressure. We check the finish, seams and openings before choosing a method.
Choose “Not sure” on the form, or leave the optional details blank. A wide photo and a close-up can help us identify what needs a closer look. Tell us about peeling paint, loose siding or past water leaks. For cedar or log surfaces that need stripping or refinishing, ask about log-home and wood restoration.
A powdery film can come from a weathered finish. A house wash can lift surface grime while fading or chalking remains. Rust, mineral deposits, overspray and adhesive residue need their own assessment. We’ll explain any specialty work before quoting it.
An exterior gutter-face wash, when quoted, can lift surface dirt. Gutter debris removal and whitening are separate services. Windows can get rinsed, but glass, screen and track cleaning and roof cleaning have their own scopes.
Close windows, keep pets inside and leave access to the outdoor water spigot. Move small items and vehicles clear of the work area where practical. Tell us about locked gates, delicate plants or leaky windows. We’ll confirm access and whether someone needs to be there when we schedule.
Watch the shaded walls and the areas near trees. If green buildup or dirt starts to stand out, it’s a good time to ask. Exposure, finish condition and the siding maker’s care instructions matter more than a fixed schedule.
We look at the size and height of the home, how easily we can reach each side, the siding material and condition, and the type of staining. Extra services are identified separately. You can request an estimate without measuring any walls.
Tell River City Pressure Washing which side of the house needs attention. We’ll help you decide what to wash, what to include and what results to expect.
