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Low-Pressure Soft Washing NZ
Chemwash has been house washing in New Zealand since 1981, keeping kiwi homes looking clean, fresh, and well-maintained. Also known as soft washing, our low-pressure cleaning system safely removes dirt, grime, mould and build-up, without the risks associated with aggressive high-pressure water blasting.
The secret is our specially formulated, biodegradable detergents used together with gentle, controlled water pressure. The result is a thorough clean that protects and maintains your exterior surfaces rather than damaging them.
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Our house washing service cleans the main exterior areas of your home. A standard Chemwash house wash includes:
Our house washing system is suitable for almost any exterior surface, including weatherboard, brick, plaster, cedar, and more. Because every property is different, your local Chemwash operator can assess your home and provide a personalised quote before work begins.
Request a Free QuoteThroughout the year, your home is exposed to dirt, moisture and fast-changing New Zealand weather patterns. Over time, contaminants like mould, algae, and grime can leave exterior surfaces looking tired and discoloured. Professional house washing helps remove this build-up and restore the appearance of your home.
Chemwash has specialised in exterior cleaning and house washing since 1981. Today, we are New Zealand’s largest exterior cleaning company, with over 30 locally owned and operated Chemwash operators around the country and more than 25,000 New Zealand homes cleaned each year.
Our house washing process combines experienced local operators, specialised equipment, industry-leading soft washing techniques, and safe operating procedures. All of these work together to achieve excellent results without the risks associated with aggressive high-pressure water blasting or inexperienced cleaners.
Request a Free QuoteLow-pressure house washing (or soft washing) has many benefits, and many homeowners we talk to see it as a worthwhile investment. Here are a few key advantages you can expect:
And that’s not all! With Chemwash, you get experienced local experts backed by a leading national brand. We’re all about great results, safe practices, and friendly service. Get your free house washing quote today.
Request a Free QuoteSoft washing is simply another name for the low-pressure exterior cleaning method that Chemwash uses for house washing.
Instead of attempting to blast dirt and growth from a surface using water pressure alone, soft washing combines specialised environmentally-friendly detergents with controlled, low-pressure water. The detergents help break down dirt, grime, mould, algae and other organic build-up. The exterior is then gently rinsed to leave the surface clean.
This means soft washing is particularly useful if you are wanting to protect your home’s paintwork, cladding, timber, brick, or other finishes.
Request a Free QuoteEffective exterior cleaning should also be considerate of the environment around your home.
That’s why Chemwash uses biodegradable, salt-based detergents developed by a leading industrial chemist. They are specially designed to be tough on dirt and grime, gentle on surfaces, and completely safe for use around people, pets and plants.
In addition, our low-pressure cleaning system uses less water than traditional high-pressure water blasting, which is another environmental advantage. It’s all part of Chemwash’s ongoing commitment to delivering effective house washing with the lowest possible environmental impact.
Request a Free QuoteGenerally speaking, most kiwi homeowners get their house washed every 12 months, though this can vary from property to property. How frequently a house should be washed depends on factors like location, materials, and surrounding environment.
For example, homes in damp, shaded or exposed locations may develop exterior build-up more quickly than properties in other areas. This may mean that a house wash every 6-8 months is more suitable. Different cladding and paint systems can also have different maintenance requirements.
If you’re not sure how long the results of a house wash will last, your local Chemwash team can provide informed estimates based on your specific property and environment.
Request a Free QuoteThe cost of house washing varies from property to property. Factors such as the size of your home, the number of storeys, accessibility, and the amount of build-up can all affect the work required.
Rather than giving one-size-fits-all house washing prices, Chemwash prefers to provide personalised quotes tailored to your property. This means you get a fair price every time, and don’t overpay based on an arbitrary standard.
Your local Chemwash operator can assess your property and provide a free, no-obligation quote based on the requirements of your home. Just get in touch to request yours.
Request a Free QuoteHouse washing times can vary from a couple of hours for a small house up to a full day for larger or more complex properties.
The materials your home is made from can also influence the time taken. For example, a cedar house generally takes longer to clean, while weatherboards are comparatively fast. Other factors that can affect how long your house wash takes include accessibility, how much build-up there is, and weather conditions.
In any case, our house washing professionals are trained to work efficiently and effectively. You also do not necessarily need to be home when we complete the job.
Request a Free QuoteChemwash recommends a specialised low-pressure house washing system that combines environmentally-friendly detergents with controlled water pressure. This allows the detergent to do the hard work rather than relying on sheer force, as high-pressure water blasting does. Low-pressure house washing is considered to be a much safer method, without compromising on results.
Our house washing process is designed to tackle common exterior build-up including dirt, grime, mould and algae, helping restore a cleaner, fresher appearance to your home.
Generally speaking, yes. Chemwash’s low-pressure cleaning system can be used on a wide range of home exterior surfaces, including weatherboard, brick, plaster, cedar, and more. The cleaning approach can also be adjusted to suit the particular surface and property.
Chemwash has more than 30 locally owned and operated businesses across New Zealand. Your local Chemwash operator can provide professional residential house washing and a personalised quote for your property.
Soft washing is another name for low-pressure cleaning, and is a gentler alternative to traditional high-pressure water blasting. Chemwash’s system uses controlled water pressure and specially formulated detergents, making it suitable for a wide range of exterior home surfaces.
Yes. High-pressure water blasting relies largely on the force of the water to remove dirt. Soft washing uses specialised detergents together with low-pressure water, allowing us to clean exterior surfaces without relying on excessive pressure. Soft washing is the house washing technique used by Chemwash Exterior Cleaning.
Request a Free QuoteGive your home a professional exterior clean with New Zealand’s leading house washing and exterior cleaning company.
Chemwash has been cleaning Kiwi homes since 1981, and today our local operators clean more than 25,000 homes each year.
For safe, effective house washing in NZ, get in touch with your local Chemwash team.
Request your free, no-obligation house washing quote today.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Awesome work done by the team. My house and section looks all brand new and sparkly squeaky clean galore, a job done well by them all. Thank you for bringing my section and home back to life and not looking so glum and dark like it was, you are all amazing.