Safe, low-pressure cleaning that eliminates algae, mold, and mildew from roofs, delicate siding, and exterior surfaces — without any damage.
Get a Free QuoteNot every surface can handle high-pressure washing. Roofs, stucco, painted wood, and older siding require a gentler approach. Maine Shine's soft washing service uses low-pressure water combined with professional-grade, biodegradable cleaning solutions to safely remove algae, mold, mildew, lichen, and dirt from delicate exterior surfaces.
Soft washing is a cleaning method that uses a low-pressure spray (similar to a garden hose) combined with specialized cleaning solutions. Unlike power washing, which relies on force to blast away grime, soft washing uses chemistry to kill organic growth at the root — meaning it stays clean much longer.
🧪 Soft washing doesn't just remove algae and mold — it kills it at the cellular level, keeping your surfaces cleaner up to 4-6 times longer than pressure washing alone.
Those dark streaks on your roof aren't just dirt — they're Gloeocapsa magma, a type of algae that feeds on the limestone in your shingles. Left untreated, it shortens your roof's lifespan and reduces your home's energy efficiency by darkening the surface. Our roof soft washing safely eliminates this algae and restores your roof's appearance without voiding your shingle warranty.
All of our soft washing solutions are biodegradable and safe for your landscaping, pets, and family. We take care to protect your plants and garden beds during every service, rinsing surrounding areas before and after treatment.
Yes — soft washing is the manufacturer-recommended method for cleaning asphalt shingle roofs. High-pressure washing can strip granules off shingles and void warranties. Our low-pressure method is completely safe.
Roof soft washing typically ranges from $250–$600 depending on roof size, pitch, and accessibility. Full-house soft washing ranges from $300–$700. Contact us for a free, customized estimate.
Because soft washing kills organic growth at the root rather than just blasting it off, results typically last 2–3 years for roofs and 1–2 years for siding, depending on environmental conditions.
No. We use biodegradable, eco-friendly solutions. We also pre-rinse and post-rinse all surrounding landscaping and vegetation to ensure complete safety for your plants, pets, and family.
Pressure washing uses high-pressure water to blast away dirt — great for concrete and stone. Soft washing uses low pressure plus cleaning solutions to chemically treat and remove organic growth — ideal for roofs, siding, and delicate surfaces.