HOUSE SOFT WASHING
Mold and mildew are working into your stucco right now.
Gentle, low-pressure exterior cleaning that removes mold, mildew, and algae from stucco, siding, and brick — without damaging the paint or finish underneath.
Combatting Mold & Organic Build-Up
Florida's humidity keeps exterior surfaces damp longer than almost anywhere else in the country — exactly what mold, mildew, and algae need to take hold on stucco, siding, and brick. Left long enough, growth can work into porous surfaces like stucco and shorten the life of paint and finish.
The Soft Wash Advantage
High-pressure washing can blast through weakened paint, force water behind siding, and etch stucco. Radiant Clean uses low-pressure soft washing instead — a cleaning solution that kills mold and mildew at the surface, then a gentle rinse. It's the method recommended for painted exteriors, and the standard prep step before repainting.
House washing by surface material
Every exterior surface needs a slightly different touch.
Stucco
Florida's most common finish, and most prone to staining because of its porous texture. Soft washing cleans without the etching high pressure can cause.
Vinyl Siding
Collects a visible mildew film in shaded areas, with lower pressure tolerance than stucco — soft washing is the safer standard here too.
Hardie Board
Similar staining pattern to stucco but more pressure-tolerant — still cleaned at low pressure to protect the factory finish.
Wood Siding
The most delicate surface here — needs the lowest pressure and shortest dwell time to avoid raising grain or promoting rot.
What house washing costs in Tampa Bay.
Final price depends on surface material, buildup severity, and accessibility — tight yards, landscaping, and screened lanais all add time. See the full cost breakdown →
1,000 – 1,500 sq ft
$200 – $400
1,600 – 2,500 sq ft
$275 – $550
2,600 – 3,500 sq ft
$450 – $650
3,600+ sq ft
$600 – $900+
Why regular house washing matters
Protects your investment
Removing mold and mildew before it works into paint, stucco, or siding.
Curb appeal & property value
Especially before listing a home for sale.
HOA compliance
Visible staining is a common notice trigger in Tampa Bay communities.
The right prep for repainting
Soft washing is the standard first step before any exterior paint job.
What Tampa Bay homeowners are saying
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Excellent service! Very thorough and pays attention to details. Thank you Radiant Clean for a job well done!
Keren Smith
Radiant Clean was very easy to work with, scheduled the job quickly, and did excellent work.
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FAQs
Is soft washing safe on painted stucco and siding?
Yes — soft washing uses low pressure specifically so it won't force water behind siding or strip weakened paint the way high-pressure washing can. It's the method most paint manufacturers recommend before repainting.
How often should a Tampa Bay home be washed?
Most homes benefit from a soft wash every 12 to 18 months. Homes near water, under heavy shade, or in humid low-lying areas often need it closer to every 9 to 12 months.
What's the difference between soft washing and pressure washing?
Pressure washing relies on high water pressure alone, which can damage paint, stucco, and siding. Soft washing uses a cleaning solution to do the work, with just enough low pressure to rinse it away — safer for painted and finished exteriors.
How long do the results last?
Typically 12 to 18 months before mold and mildew become visible again, depending on shade and moisture exposure.
Should I wash my house before selling or painting it?
Yes to both. A clean exterior is one of the first things buyers and appraisers notice, and soft washing is the standard prep step before any repaint — painting over mold or mildew traps it under the new coat.
Do you treat homes near water or in heavily shaded areas differently?
Yes — those properties build up mold and algae faster, so a shorter interval between cleanings is often worth recommending.
See us in action!
Some examples of our team in action soft washing homes in the greater Tampa area. Be sure to visit our YouTube channel to get a behind the scenes look at our house washing, roof cleaning, and more.
Watch as our team at Radiant Clean transforms two Tampa homes.
This very orange house had some nasty algae growth on its white trim, as well as some seriously clogged gutters.
This house needed some gentle touch. The paint and siding had seen their better days, so we had to make sure we got rid of the grime and organics, without further damaging the exterior.
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