Soft wash vs pressure wash: which is right?
Soft wash for walls. Pressure for concrete. No pressure on fibro.
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Should I soft wash or pressure wash my house?
Soft wash the walls and pressure wash the hard ground. A soft wash uses low pressure and a cleaning mix that kills mould. A pressure wash uses a strong jet, which suits concrete and pavers.
That is how we work: house walls get a soft wash, and driveways and paths get pressure.
What does a render maker say?
Rockcote makes render for house walls. Its maintenance guide names 500 psi with a fan tip, not a direct needle point.
It says a high-pressure hose or soap alone is not enough to remove mould: the mould needs a wash that kills it. It also says not to use solvent based cleaners.
When is pressure washing the right choice?
On concrete and pavers: driveways, paths and pool surrounds. We use a surface cleaner there, so there are no stripes.
Timber decks get low pressure, so the timber doesn't go furry. See deck and fence washing.
What about fibro walls?
No pressure, ever. In Queensland it is illegal to use a high pressure water blaster on asbestos cement roofs, fences and walls (Qld asbestos rules).
We don't wash fibro at all. Read can you pressure wash a fibro house?
Where do these facts come from?
We read each one on 15 Nov 2026.
How do I book?
Tick what needs a clean, add your details and send. We call you to book a time.
- No money upfront.
- Pay after the photos.
- Your price is locked when you book.
- Not happy? We work for free until you are.
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