How To Protect Your Outdoor Plants During Soft Washing

Soft washing is an effective method for getting rid of the unsightly stains on the exterior surfaces of your home. It uses a low-pressure system to spray a chemical solution that quickly kills the algae and organic materials causing streaks and stains. A word of warning - the cleaning solution can affect the plants and shrubs immediately surrounding your home. At Maintain It All, we take extra care to protect your greenery during soft washing.

Protect Your Home and Your Plant Life

No matter where you are in southeastern Pennsylvania, it is important to remove the algae and other sources of stains on your roof and exterior walls to prevent permanent damage and unsightly appearance. If left unchecked, these organic materials break down building and roofing materials, causing leaks and irreparable damage.


Soft washing is an effective technique for cleaning a home's exterior. At the same time, we want your lawn, plants, and shrubs to be protected. Our team of trained professionals is aware of the fine line between spraying sufficient chemical solution on the perpetrators and overdoing it. Too much spray creates a runoff that can harm your plants.

How To Safeguard Your Plants During Soft Washing

Several cautionary steps should be taken before and after the soft washing process. These include:


  • Thoroughly spray and saturate nearby plants, shrubs, and trees with water from the hose.
  • Soak the soil and grassy areas at least 10 feet from the walls so that the leaves, stalks, and roots are completely hydrated.
  • Where possible, drape the plants, shrubs, and trees with tarps, being careful to not let them get overheated on a hot day.
  • Securely tie plastic bags over the ends of downspouts.
  • Once the soft washing is complete, hose your greenery again to rinse away any leftover chemical residue.

Hire the Professionals With the Right Expertise

One of the biggest challenges in removing mold, mildew, and algae from a home or commercial building is shielding your outdoor plant life from the chemical fallout. At Maintain It All, we have soft washing your home or commercial building down to a science. Contact us today to learn more about how we can restore your home to its original, pristine glory.

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