Spring Cleaning Vinyl Siding Tips From Experts

Spring is one of the best times to clean your vinyl siding. However, you’d want to make sure that you’re cleaning effectively to get the best results. As the leading siding contractor in the area, we’re here to give you a few tips on how to clean your siding during springtime. 

Stick to Soap and Water

Unlike wood siding, vinyl siding has a non-porous surface. Because it doesn’t take much to get rid of the dust stuck on the surface, there’s really no need to buy harsh cleaning agents. In fact, cleaning agents may even damage the vinyl’s surface. Washing your siding panels with soap and water should be more than enough.

Be Careful When Pressure Washing

Pressure washers are great for cleaning siding panels, but you have to remember that you need to keep the pressure as low as possible. According to siding and roof repair experts, you need just enough power to bring the water high enough to reach the topmost panel; any more than that and you risk damaging the surface.

Scrub Persistent Stains

Persistent stains found in vinyl siding usually consists of oil buildup or organic matter. In both cases, you should always start with scrubbing the stain with a sponge or soft scrubbing brush.  Oil stains usually come off with a concentrated soap mixture, while a mix of vinegar and water should be more than enough for stains caused by mold or animal waste.

Get Help If Necessary

If you can’t get rid of some stains by simple scrubbing, you’re better off getting help from an expert. A home siding replacement company may have better cleaning solutions necessary to get rid of tough stains. Of course, having them perform basic cleaning is also a safe option if you don’t have the time or tools necessary to get the job done.

Let us help you clean your siding this spring. ARCH Exteriors, LLC is the leading siding and roofing contractor in the area. Call us at 866­-584-1019 or fill out this contact form to request a quote.