Facade cleaning

Facade cleaning

Washing a building's exterior walls leaves them clean and looking like new. A building with a freshly cleaned facade stands out among others. More important than a sparkling home or business premises, however, is that a clean facade is protected against premature deterioration of its finishing materials. Proper facade maintenance helps reduce the risk of unexpected repair costs and increases the property's value before a sale.

Regular washing is recommended regardless of the facade material. A clean facade makes minor defects easier to spot before the entire surface needs reworking or repainting. Gentle facade cleaning removes fungi, moss, algae, lichens, bird droppings and other dirt, helping the facade last longer and delaying repainting. The longer microorganisms remain on a facade, the more damage they cause. Various algae and bird droppings are particularly harmful, while moss and lichens break down the surface layer with their root systems.

We use an environmentally friendly facade shampoo certified in the European Union that leaves no residue. For lightly soiled facades, we use clean water. Cleaning with high pressure or steam alone can lead to additional costs. Excessive pressure or steam forces water into microcracks, where it can remain for a long time, creating favourable conditions for microorganisms, or freeze in winter and cause irreversible damage. Steam also damages facades through its high temperature: in our climate, most facades are designed for temperatures from -30 to +60 degrees, not the extreme heat of steam.

Regular washing every few years significantly extends the service life of exterior walls. It is environmentally friendly because no new facade paint needs to be produced, and it saves money on paint and labour.

We use various cleaning technologies: pressure washing, gentle brushing, steam cleaning and pressure washing. However, the most suitable method is gentle cleaning with an environmentally friendly facade shampoo and low pressure, which does not damage render, brick, wood or paint.

Our experience and facade-cleaning technologies remove fungi, moss, algae, rust and other dirt from your home's facade.

What is soft washing for facades?

Soft washing a house, apartment building or business facade uses much lower water pressure than pressure washing. Traditional high-pressure cleaning uses water to remove dirt and deposits, but inexperienced contractors can accidentally damage the facade. Water may then enter behind the cladding and internal walls, leading to premature repairs. Our soft-washing solution takes a detail-focused approach to removing unsightly dirt, mould, moss, algae, bird droppings and other contamination from your home or building facade. With our experience, top-quality cleaning products and equipment, we achieve a noticeably clean result every time.

Wash or repaint?

Thinking of repainting your facade? Consider it carefully and ask us first: it may be unnecessary, and a wash may be all it needs. There is no need to produce new paint.

If repainting is necessary and you decide to go ahead, we recommend washing the facade first so microorganisms are not trapped under the paint, helping the renewed facade last much longer. Skipping cleaning before painting increases the risk of peeling paint or damage to the underlying layer. Regular care of exterior walls significantly extends their life by preventing the build-up of microorganisms and substances that damage the facade.

What types of facades do we clean?

Decorative render, brick, timber, metal, plastic, sandwich-panel and glass facades. We clean all facade types, choosing the most suitable technology and products for each job. We maintain facades of any size, large or small, and every property is a chance to demonstrate our professionalism.

Exterior wall cleaning for apartment blocks, public and commercial buildings

We professionally clean many types of buildings and facades, selecting the most suitable method for each property. We help property managers and owners keep their buildings attractive: the appearance of a rental building or production facility matters to your business. It also increases property value and creates a good impression on customers, potential buyers and investors. Our Kārtība Tīrība team wants your business to make the best possible impression at all times.

We recommend that apartment owners' associations have exterior walls cleaned periodically. This helps reduce maintenance costs by extending the facade's service life and protecting it against premature deterioration.

We know your time is valuable, so we schedule our cleaning services for the time that suits you best.

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Make a booking or ask a question

To receive an approximate quote or make a booking, complete the enquiry form. Please describe the service you need in as much detail as possible. We may ask you to send photos or visit to assess the work required.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be present during the service?

No. The great thing is that most houses can be washed during the day, so you return to a sparkling clean home in the evening. For commercial and public buildings, we plan the cleaning to avoid disrupting their operation.

Does washing damage timber walls or shorten their service life?

No. With soft washing, the timber will be in much better condition and last longer than if it were left dirty and covered with moss, lichens and algae.

What do I need to provide before the work begins?

We need access to an outdoor tap, preferably with a standard hose connector or a ½ ″ or ¾ ″ connection with an internal or external thread. Access to the facade must be clear, with no heavy objects or cars obstructing the area within 2-3 metres of the building.

Can cleaning damage the facade?

If the facade is not in very poor condition, it cannot be damaged. We mainly use soft-washing technology. If the building has cracks, holes or other damage, repairs must be completed first; only then do we recommend facade cleaning.

Does washing reduce the protective properties of preservative-treated wood?

The protective properties are reduced only slightly, if at all. If a long time has passed since the treatment, we recommend reapplying it after washing to preserve the wood's service life. Moss, algae and mould cause greater harm and should be removed promptly.