Antioch, CA
House Washing in Antioch, CA
House washing in Antioch means soft washing, not blasting. We apply a low-pressure sodium hypochlorite mix that kills the mildew Delta humidity feeds, then rinse it clean. It is safe on the wood siding common in 94509 and the stucco that dominates 94531.
Why Antioch siding goes green
Moist air off the San Joaquin settles on walls overnight, and shaded north sides never fully dry out. That standing dampness grows mildew and algae, the green-to-black film you see creeping up fences and siding all over the older parts of town. It is alive, and spraying it with plain water just redistributes it. Killing it with detergent is the only fix that lasts.
Soft wash is the only safe method for siding
High pressure on siding is a mistake, full stop. It drives water behind wood boards, chews up paint, and etches stucco. Our soft wash system uses pressure about as strong as a garden hose, letting the detergent do the work. The growth dies, the dirt releases, and a thorough rinse leaves the house bright with zero damage to caulking, screens, or trim.
From Rivertown Victorians to Lone Tree Way stucco
Antioch housing spans a century. Older homes near downtown carry layers of paint on original wood, which demands a gentler mix and careful rinsing. The newer two-stories off Lone Tree Way and Hillcrest Avenue are stucco and rise high enough to need proper reach equipment. We wash both weekly and carry the setup for each on the truck.
Questions We Actually Get
Will soft washing hurt my plants or lawn?
No. We pre-wet landscaping, control where the detergent goes, and rinse everything down after. Your plants get plain water before and after any mix touches the house.
How long does a house wash take in Antioch?
Most single-story homes take two to three hours. Larger two-story stucco homes in 94531 can run closer to four. We confirm timing in your written quote before we start.
Does house washing remove the gray film near Highway 4?
Yes. Homes near the Highway 4 corridor collect an oily traffic film on top of normal grime. Our detergent breaks it down so it rinses off instead of smearing.
Ready to make it look new again?
Fast scheduling. Photo-documented results. A written quote before any work starts.