Sarah Keeping the exterior of your home spotless is an easy way to preserve its beauty and market value. There’s a chance it could boost kerb appeal, too. Putting in only a few hours of labour with the right tools may make your home’s exterior look new again. Some advice on cleaning your home’s exterior:
Supplies:
Get your supplies together before you start cleaning. Equipment including a pressure washer (not required) and cleaning solution are required, as are a hose, a bucket, a ladder, a sponge, and a scrub brush.
Use a solution of water and mild detergent, or a product designed specifically for use around the house.
Harsh chemicals can eat away at your house’s paint or siding, so it’s best to avoid using them.
Preparation:
In order to get started, clean the areas around your windows, doors, and gutters. As a result, you can save time scrubbing and avoid spreading dirt and filth to other locations.
Cleaning:
You can clean the siding, windows, and doors by using a pressure washer to remove the filth and debris.
If you don’t have access to a pressure washer, you can get the same results by using a hose and an old toothbrush or sponge. To loosen and remove dirt, begin at the top of your home and work your way down using a circular motion.
Soap residue can be removed by giving the area a good rinse after you’re done cleaning.
You’ll need a ladder and a small bucket or a trowel to clean out the gutters. Clogs and subsequent water damage to your home can be avoided in this way.
Remove dirt and grime from the outside glass surfaces of doors and windows. In order to get rid of streaks and grime, you can either use a squeegee or window cleaning solution with a soft cloth. Pay special care cleaning the edges and corners, as here is where the most dirt accumulates.
Considerations:
You should think about the weather when you decide to clean the outside of your house. The cleaning solution could dry too rapidly on bright, sunny days, leaving streaks or stains on your siding. In most cases, cleaning is best done first thing in the morning or last thing at night.
Roofing should not be overlooked. It can be very distracting to the eye if your roof is unclean or covered in algae. A roof cleaning solution or professional roof cleaner can be used to safely remove dirt and stains from a roof.
When cleaning the outside of your home, be mindful of your landscaping. Protect vegetation and flowers from cleaning solution overspray by covering them with a tarp or other plastic sheeting. Hold the pressure washer nozzle at least two feet away from any plants or flowers to prevent any damage.
When cleaning, keep an eye out for cracks or breaks in the siding, windows, or doors. Cracks, holes, or other damage should be fixed as quickly as possible to prevent further problems and the loss of structural integrity. The best course of action if you are unsure of how to resolve the issue is to have a qualified technician deal with it.
With some elbow grease and attention to detail, you can make a huge impact in the kerb appeal and resale value of your home by following these guidelines. Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness around the house is essential to avoiding the need for expensive repairs.
