Railey's Softwash

Zebulon and Surrounding Areas

Deck Cleaning In Zebulon, NC

A deck picks up a green film long before it looks obviously dirty. That film is algae, it holds moisture in the boards, and it gets slick when wet.

What's Involved

Decking is softer than concrete and takes lower pressure. Too much pressure gouges wood and leaves it fuzzy where the grain tears up.

What comes off is dirt, pollen, and the green algae film that builds in the grain and along the shaded edges. Both wood and composite decking are cleaned.

This is a cleaning service, not a restoration. Sanding, stripping old stain, and re-staining or sealing are not offered. Cleaning is the scope, start to finish.

What You Get

  • Low pressure wash that will not gouge or fuzz the boards
  • Wood and composite decking
  • Dirt, pollen and green algae film washed out of the grain
  • Railings and steps included
  • Free quote before any work starts

Common Questions

Do you sand, strip or re-stain decks?

No. This is a cleaning service. Sanding, stripping old stain, and staining or sealing are not offered right now. If the deck needs to be refinished, cleaning is the first step but the refinishing would need to be handled separately.

Will pressure washing tear up my deck boards?

It can, if the pressure is too high. Decking is much softer than concrete and gets washed at lower pressure for that reason, so the boards do not gouge or come out fuzzy.

Can composite decking be cleaned?

Yes. Composite still collects pollen, dirt and algae film in the surface texture, and it cleans at low pressure.

How soon can the deck be used after?

Once it dries. That is usually a few hours depending on sun and humidity. Wet boards can be slick, so it is worth waiting.

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