One of the most common questions I hear is, “Can you remove my oil stains before sealing my pavers?” The question that needs to be asked is, “Can paver sealing hide oil stains?” The truth is that oil stains often can’t be completely removed, even with professional cleaners and hot water pressure washing. However, there’s good news… Paver sealing frequently makes oil …
The Best Way to Remove Green Algae from Pool Screen Enclosures in St. Johns, FL
If your screen enclosure is turning green, you’re not alone. Algae growth is one of the most common problems affecting pool cages, screened patios, and lanais throughout St. Johns, Florida. Many homeowners invest thousands of dollars in a beautiful screen enclosure only to watch it slowly disappear behind a layer of green algae, mold, mildew, and dirt. The good news …
Homeowners Learn the Hard Way: Pressure Washing Concrete Driveway Mistakes
Homeowner pressure washing fail concrete driveway St Johns FL. If you live in St. Johns, St. Augustine, or Jacksonville, FL you’ve probably looked at your concrete driveway and thought, “I can handle this myself.” Until 3 months later you start to notice lines, stripes and squiggly designs. Most of these images are most likely D.I.Y. attempts vs. hiring an unqualified …
Why is my driveway black?
Most home owners have searched google or AI asking “Why is my driveway black?” The reason is because mold and algae flourish in our climate. Having your driveway professionally cleaned at least once per year will keep your driveway looking new. The peace of mind by having it properly cleaned and treated will ensure its stays noticeably cleaner for a …
Pine needles penetrating your roof screens?
16/18 vs. 20/20 Screen Mesh: Know the Difference Before Installation If you have pine needles penetrating your roof screens like invthe image above you have the wrong type of screens installed. Understanding the difference between 16/18 and 20/20 screen mesh can save you years of frustration and maintenance. What Is 16/18 Screen Mesh? The standard screen installed on most pool cages and …
Why Cleaning Your Home’s Exterior is a Smart Move Before Selling
When it comes time to sell your home, you’re not just selling four walls and a roof—you’re selling first impressions. Buyers often decide how they feel about a property within seconds of pulling up to the curb. That’s why cleaning your home’s exterior before listing can be one of the simplest yet most powerful investments you make. 1. Boosts Curb …
Carpenter Bee Evidence
If you’ve ever seen these brown splatter marks on your homes exterior siding or trim its a carpenter bee’s home. During our daily exterior cleaning activities we often spot carpenter bee evidence. If you ever hear wood peckers banging on your home they are likely seaching for the carpenter bee larvae. Carpenter Bee Facts Do Carpenter Bees sting? YES the …
Rubber Mat Stains
Is it possible to remove rubber stains? A quick google search will throw up an A.I. overview suggesting scrubbing rubber mat stains with a mild solution of detergent and water. There are a handful of other remedies to try, but none of the A.I. recommendations work. MOST of the time the black stains are simply organic stains which easily wash …
Leachate vs. Efflorescence on Pavers
How to Tell the Difference Efflorescence Cause: Moisture issue that occurs from water entry (leaks, high water table, poor drainage). Excessive calcium buildup between paver joints is commonly thought to be efflorescence, but technically it is not. Efflorescence occurs when water-soluble salts and minerals within the pavers or base materials are carried to the surface by moisture. Once the moisture …
Spray Tips
We’ve cleaned thousands of homes over the years. Here are some useful spray tips to help keep a beautiful exterior! Below is an ongoing compiled spray tips list of the most common things we see on customer homes. 1. Skip splurging on outdoor decor like fancy lights, ceiling fans, or door hardware. The Florida sun, rain, and humidity will turn …