Merida's Window Cleaning & Power Washing Services Click to open side panel for more informationoffers a comprehensive range of high-pressure cleaning solutions for both residential and commercial properties in the greater Raleigh area. They specialize in using industrial-grade power washing technology to remove deeply embedded contaminants like mold, mildew, and grease from a variety of outdoor surfaces.
Residential Power Washing: Focuses on restoring curb appeal by cleaning home exteriors, including siding, driveways, patios, and fences.
Commercial Power Washing: Includes heavy-duty cleaning for storefronts, office buildings, parking lots, and sidewalks, with specific capabilities for removing difficult substances like chewing gum and graffiti.
Specialized Surface Care: Provides dedicated cleaning for decks and patios to remove salt residue and debris, as well as roof cleaning to prevent organic growth from damaging shingles.
Maintenance & Prepping: Offers surface preparation for painting or staining projects and includes gutter cleaning services to ensure proper drainage and prevent foundation issues.
Understanding the Methods of Exterior Cleaning
Pressure Washing Services
1. Pressure Washing
This is the "standard" method. It uses cold water blasted at high pressure through a narrow nozzle to physically knock dirt, salt, and loose paint off a surface.
Best for: Standard concrete, brick, and stone.
The Risk: It can be too aggressive for wood or older surfaces.
2. Power Washing
The key difference here is heat. Power washing uses the same high pressure as pressure washing, but the water is heated to a very high temperature.
Best for: Heavy-duty cleaning, specifically surfaces with grease, oil, or stubborn mold and weeds.
The Pro Move: It’s the "heavy artillery" for driveways, garage floors, and commercial parking lots where cold water just won't cut through the grime.
3. Soft Washing
Soft washing uses very low pressure (often no more than a garden hose) combined with specialized cleaning solutions (like biodegradable surfactants and algaecides).
Best for: Siding (vinyl, wood, or stucco), roof shingles, and decks.
The Benefit: It kills the roots of mold and mildew rather than just blasting the surface clean, which keeps the surface cleaner for longer without the risk of physical damage.
You can TRUST Merida's to use the proper temperature and pressure on your surfaces. Call today!