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Home Wash & Soft Wash Services
The safest, most effective way to restore your home’s exterior. Our soft wash system gently removes algae, mould, lichen and atmospheric grime from rendered, brick, timber and cladding surfaces — without high-pressure damage.
About This Service
WHAT IS SOFT WASHING?
Soft washing is a low-pressure cleaning method that uses biodegradable, plant-safe cleaning solutions to kill and remove algae, mould, lichen, mildew and organic staining from your home’s exterior surfaces. Unlike high-pressure washing, soft washing cleans at the biological level — killing growth at the root — so surfaces stay cleaner for longer. It’s the only safe method for painted surfaces, render, weatherboard, timber cladding, fibre cement and delicate masonry.
Complete Home Exterior Wash
Our full home wash covers every surface of your property’s exterior — rendered and brick walls, weatherboard and fibre cement cladding, eaves, fascia boards, soffits, barge boards, downpipes, window frames, outdoor light fixtures and gutters (externally). We work methodically from the top down, ensuring every surface is treated and rinsed. The result is a home that looks freshly painted without the cost — typically $350–$750 for a standard Queensland home.
Soft Wash vs High-Pressure Wash
High pressure can damage render, force water behind cladding, strip paint, crack mortar and void roof warranties. Soft washing uses low pressure (similar to a garden hose) combined with our professional-grade biodegradable cleaning solution. The chemistry does the work, not the pressure. This means surfaces are cleaned thoroughly without any risk of damage — and because the biological growth is killed at the root, your home stays cleaner for 2–3 times longer than a high-pressure wash alone.
Perfect Before Painting or Selling
A professional soft wash is an essential step before repainting your home’s exterior. Any painter will tell you that paint applied over contaminated surfaces — algae, mould, dust, oxidisation — will peel and fail prematurely, often within 12 months. Our pre-paint soft wash removes all surface contamination and provides your painter with the ideal substrate. If you’re selling, a home wash can dramatically improve street appeal and buyer perception at a fraction of the cost of other improvements.
All Surface Types — Render, Brick, Weatherboard
Rendered homes develop efflorescence and algae blooms, particularly in shaded areas and near the roofline. Brick homes accumulate moss and algae in mortar joints. Weatherboard and Hardiplank homes develop mould and mildew growth in grain grooves. Timber homes and Queenslanders require the most care — low pressure to avoid forcing water into joints. Our team is trained and experienced with every cladding type found across Queensland, and we use the correct chemistry and pressure for every surface.

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Why Choose Clean Exteriors?
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Our Work
Before & After: Home Soft Wash Results

AFTER
Before: algae on render · After: looks repainted

AFTER
Before: stained walls · After: pristine finish

AFTER
Before: mould on eaves · After: completely clean

AFTER
Before: construction grime · After: showroom finish
FAQ
Common Questions
What is soft washing and is it safe?
Soft washing uses low-pressure water combined with biodegradable cleaning solutions to remove algae, mould and organic staining safely from all exterior surfaces. It’s far safer than high-pressure washing for delicate surfaces like render, weatherboard, timber and painted cladding — and it keeps surfaces cleaner for longer because it kills biological growth at the root.
How much does a full home wash cost?
Most standard Queensland homes range from $350–$750 for a complete exterior soft wash depending on size, number of storeys and surface type. We provide a firm, fixed-price quote before starting — no surprises.
How long does an exterior house wash take?
A single-storey 4-bedroom home typically takes 3–5 hours. Two-storey homes may take a full day. We work efficiently and include a thorough check of all surfaces once complete.
How often should a house be externally washed?
Every 2–3 years is typical for most Queensland homes. Homes near the coast, in bushland, with significant shade or exposed to heavy rainfall may need attention more frequently as algae and mould growth is accelerated.
Can a soft wash replace a repaint?
In many cases, yes. If the existing paint is in good condition but looks dull and stained, a professional soft wash can dramatically restore the appearance and extend the time before a repaint is needed by 3–5 years.
Do I need to be home during the wash?
Not necessarily. As long as we have access to a water connection and all windows and doors are closed, we can complete the job while you’re out. We take before-and-after photos and send you a completion report.
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