Pressure Washing in Charleston, SC
Driveways, pavers, patios and pool decks get dirty fast in the Lowcountry. Algae grows in the shade. Mildew shows up after wet weeks. Tire marks and dirt build up everywhere else. We clean these hard surfaces with spray matched to each one. We never point it at your house.
Short answer: Pressure washing cleans hard ground surfaces like concrete driveways, pavers, patios and pool decks. Plain concrete is the one surface where we use strong spray, and pavers and stamped concrete get a gentler setup. Added to a house wash, a driveway or patio usually runs about $200 to $375, and most jobs take a few hours.
Surfaces we pressure wash
- Concrete driveways
- Walkways and sidewalks
- Patios and porch floors (brick, stone or concrete)
- Pool decks and the area around them
- Pavers and stamped concrete
- Brick and stone hardscapes
- Curbs and driveway aprons
- Retaining walls (brick, stone or concrete)
These surfaces are built to handle pressure. Even so, we do not just turn the machine all the way up. Plain concrete gets strong spray. Pavers, stamped concrete and older concrete get a gentler setup. That way the dirt comes off and the surface stays safe.
The right pressure for the right surface
Pressure washing and soft washing are two different tools. A company that uses one tool for everything is cutting corners. Concrete cleans best with strong, steady spray. Siding, trim, screens and roofs should never get it. High pressure strips paint and cracks Hardie siding. It chews up soft wood. It pushes water behind boards, where it causes problems you cannot see.
So we draw a clear line. Hard ground surfaces get this service. Your house gets soft washing. Your roof gets low-pressure roof cleaning. Many people book them together. The whole property gets done in one visit, and each surface gets the right method.
Why Charleston concrete gets so dirty
Our damp air is the main cause. Concrete in the shade grows a film of algae and mildew. You find it under trees, beside the house and around pools. The film turns green, then black. It gets slippery when wet. Add spring pollen, salt air near the water and stains from oak leaves. Add tires and foot traffic too. A driveway can look much older than it is. A good cleaning makes a big change you can see right away.
Who this service is best for
- Homes with stained or green driveways
- Pool owners with slick, shady decks
- Homes going on the market
- Homes with pavers or stamped concrete
- Homes with an HOA notice about a driveway or sidewalk
- Anyone adding a driveway to a house wash
How a TrueWash driveway and patio cleaning works
- Check the surface We look at the material, its age and the kind of stain. Then we pick the pressure and method. Older or decorative concrete gets a gentler setup.
- Pre-treat We treat growth and stains first. That way the spray does less of the work, and the clean looks even.
- Even cleaning We clean in even, overlapping passes. That means no stripes, no wand marks and no blasted-out joint sand.
- Edges and details We finish borders, steps and corners by hand where big tools cannot do a clean job.
- Rinse and walk through We rinse everything clean and keep runoff away from plant beds. We go over the results with you, or send photos if you are out.
Why homeowners trust TrueWash
- $2 million liability insurance
- Licensed & insured
- Pressure matched to the surface, never guessed
- No high pressure on siding or roofs, ever
- Photos sent when the work is done if you are away
- 5.0 from 54 Google reviews · 100% satisfaction guarantee
Pressure washing FAQ
- Will pressure washing damage my concrete?
- Not when the pressure fits the surface. Concrete is built to take strong spray. We adjust our method to clean well without wand lines or scars.
- Can you clean pavers and stamped concrete?
- Yes. Pavers, stamped and stained concrete and other decorative surfaces get a gentler setup. The dirt comes off, and the finish and joints stay safe.
- Do you pressure wash siding or roofs?
- No, and that is on purpose. High pressure can strip paint, crack Hardie siding and force water behind boards. Houses and roofs get a soft wash instead. That means low pressure with a cleaning solution matched to the surface.
- How much does driveway cleaning cost?
- Added to a house wash, a driveway or patio usually runs about $200 to $375. Size and buildup change the price. We give you an exact price after a quick visit.
- Can you remove oil and rust stains from my driveway?
- Many stains get much better with the right treatment. Deep oil, rust and sprinkler stains do not always come out all the way. We will tell you what to expect before we start.
- How often should a Charleston driveway be cleaned?
- Most driveways and walkways stay clean with a wash every year or two. Shady concrete and pool decks turn green faster in our damp air. They may need it more often.
- My pool deck and walkway get slippery. Can you fix that?
- Yes. The green and black film that makes shady concrete slick is living growth. Removing it is one of the top reasons people call us. Clean concrete is safer concrete.
- Do I need to do anything before you arrive?
- Just move cars and anything you can carry off the areas we are cleaning. We handle the rest. That includes protecting nearby plants and controlling where the water runs.
- How long does a driveway cleaning take?
- Most driveway and patio jobs take a few hours. It depends on the size and how heavy the buildup is. We tell you the time window when we give you your price.
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