TrueWash Exterior Cleaning · Isle of Palms, SC
#1 Exterior Cleaning Company on Isle of Palms, SC
Soft washing, roof cleaning, windows and driveways for beach homes from Wild Dunes to Breach Inlet. Salt film, algae and mildew removed at low pressure, insured to $2 million, with a reply within 15 minutes.
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What you get
Careful work, clear numbers, and the price we quote is the price you pay.
- 5.0 stars across 44 Google reviews. Real Isle of Palms and island homes, every one.
- Insured to $2 million. We send the certificate to anyone who asks.
- Low pressure on every surface. Never high pressure on siding, roofs or wood.
- Photos after every job. Whether you are home or not.
Our standard
Three things you can count on
What makes TrueWash different is not the equipment. It is how we treat your home, and we are happy to be held to it.
Low pressure on every surface. Always.
We never put high pressure on siding, a roof or hardwood, not on any house and not at any price. The cleaning solution does the work, so your paint, shingles and finishes stay exactly as they were.
Photos when we are done, whether you are home or not.
Every job ends with a walkaround and a set of photos sent to your phone. You never have to wonder what we did or how it turned out.
A real person, within 15 minutes.
Send the form and a person texts you back within 15 minutes during business hours. The owner is on every quote, and the same crew comes back every visit.
Our guarantee: if anything is not right, we come back and make it right.
What we clean on Isle of Palms
Every surface gets the method it needs
Elevated homes on pilings, three and four stories of siding, porch ceilings and railings on every level, and salt film on glass. Tap a service for what is included.
House Soft Washing
Low-pressure wash of every exterior surface, roofline to the ground: siding, brick, Hardie, soffits, trim and porches.
Kills the mold and algae at the root, so it stays clean far longer than a blast.
Learn moreDriveways & Hardscape
Pre-treat, surface clean and post-treat on concrete, pavers, walkways and pool decks.
Lifts the black and green out of the pores, not just off the top.
Learn moreRoof Cleaning
Shingle-safe and metal-safe soft wash that removes the black streaks and the algae behind them.
Keeps the roof out of the "replace it" conversation for years.
Learn moreExterior Windows
Pure-water pole cleaning of all exterior glass, frames and sills, no ladders on the house.
The part of the job you notice from inside, every morning.
Learn more Our specialtyIpe & Garapa Decks
Cleaning and brightening of hardwood decks, stairs and rails, with optional oil and seal.
One of the few crews in Charleston that treats hardwood as hardwood.
Learn more Members firstMaintenance Plan
Two scheduled house washes a year on one monthly price, priority scheduling and a locked rate.
Never let it get back to this again.
See the planWhy Isle of Palms
Why Isle of Palms homes need soft washing
Homes on the Isle of Palms live in one of the toughest environments on the East Coast for exterior surfaces. Salt carried in on the ocean breeze settles on siding, railings and windows, while long humid seasons keep shaded elevations damp enough for algae and mildew to take hold within months of a cleaning.
High-pressure blasting can force water behind siding and strip finishes, a real risk on cedar, Hardie board and painted trim. Soft washing works differently. We apply surface-appropriate cleaning solutions at low pressure, let them break down the growth at the root, and rinse gently, so the clean lasts longer and nothing gets damaged.
Isle of Palms houses are not typical suburban builds. Most sit up on pilings, many run three or four stories to catch the view, and everything from the underside of the house to the top-floor railings takes salt. Reaching upper elevations safely and rinsing the surfaces most companies never touch is a regular part of our week here.
Neighborhoods we work in every week
Plus Sullivan's Island and Mount Pleasant next door. All service areas →
Neighbors on TrueWash
What island homeowners say
Three of the 44 five-star reviews, from the Isle of Palms and the streets next door.
“Charlie did a fantastic job on our house. He showed up exactly when he said he would, and did a better, more thorough job than anyone else we have used.”
“I had TrueWash soft wash my house and driveway. My home is not easy to clean, it is four stories tall. They did a great job and worked hard the entire day.”
“Charlie and his crew were punctual, professional and super thorough. They power washed my house exterior and pool area, and everything was spotless when they left.”
Second homes, rentals and listings
We work while you are away
Many of the island homes we care for are vacation rentals or second homes. We schedule around guest bookings, work while you are away, and send photos when the job is done, so you never need to be on the island.
Good to know
Isle of Palms soft washing FAQ
Straight answers, the same ones we give on the phone.
How often should a beach home on the Isle of Palms be washed?
Because of salt exposure and humidity, most island homes look their best with a wash every 6-12 months. Homes in shaded lots or close to the front beach often benefit from twice a year.
Is soft washing safe for my siding and roof?
Yes, that is the point of it. We match low pressure and the right cleaning solution to each surface, so Hardie board, cedar, stucco, and metal roofs get thoroughly clean without damage.
Do I need to be home during the wash?
No. As long as we can reach exterior water access, we handle everything and send you photos of the finished result.
Can you reach the upper floors of a multi-story beach home?
Yes. Tall, elevated island homes are a regular part of our work, one recent project was a four-story home just off the beach, washed top to bottom in a single visit. We confirm access and any height considerations with your quote.
Can you work around rental guest bookings?
Yes. Many of the island homes we care for are vacation rentals or second homes. We schedule around guest bookings, work while you are away, and send photos when the job is done.
Are you licensed and insured for work on Isle of Palms?
Yes. TrueWash is licensed and insured and carries $2 million in liability insurance, and every job is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Ready for a spotless exterior on Isle of Palms?
Get a fast, clear quote. We will take a look, send a clear price, and schedule around you.