LIVING IN FLORIDA: WHY DOES MY HOUSE EXTERIOR GET SO MILDEWED?
When people move to Florida from other places, they are often surprised at how quickly their home's exterior needs to be cleaned. Why does this happen? Florida has a lot of rainfall and much more humidity than northern and western areas. Once your house, driveway, or pool deck get wet, the mildew formation process begins. We also tend to get algae build-up much worse in Florida.
What is Mildew?
Both mold and mildew are types of fungi that love any moist, humid environment. Mildew stains are unsightly and can take over your outdoor surfaces if left long enough and can appear green or dark (almost black). Stucco surfaces usually fall victim to the darker mildew.
What is Algae?
Algae is the green film that grows on so many outdoor surfaces in our yard. Some surfaces will build up only algae while others build up mildew. We have actually seen algae growing on top of mildew on driveways that have been neglected for too long! Vinyl siding usually turns green, as well as screen enclosures.
What Can You do About it?
Regular pressure washing! In Florida, we need regular cleaning to maintain a clean look and to protect our homes from the damaging effects of mildew and algae growth. At Stewart Pressure Cleaning, we do low-pressure chemical cleaning on most surfaces. We use just the right amount of pressure to clean your surfaces without damaging your home. We also use just the right concentration of cleaning agents to remove mildew and algae from your home and keep it from returning quickly. We can help you keep your home looking great while helping your paint and other coatings last longer. We provide very effective cleaning that is safer for your house! Learn more about the importance of low-pressure cleaning here.
Keeping Home Exteriors Clean in Jacksonville Area
Part of living in beautiful north Florida is the mildew and algae that seems to grow on everything. But don’t worry - that’s why we’re here. We’ve been pressure washing in Jacksonville, Florida, and the surrounding areas for more than 20 years. We clean all types of textures, from delicate coquina to brick, stucco, vinyl siding, and everything else!
If you would like to hear what our customers are saying about us, please check out the Reviews page on our website. And if you are ready to get an estimate or schedule your cleaning service, please call us at (904) 379-3830, or fill out our form on the Get Estimate or Schedule Now page.
