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Navigating Winter's Blanket: A Guide to Snow Removal in Charlottesville, VA

Navigating Winter's Blanket: A Guide to Snow Removal in Charlottesville, VA

Although we do not have snow continuously like some areas of the country, Winter's enchanting snowfall can transform Charlottesville into a picturesque wonderland. However, the beauty of a snow-covered landscape comes with its challenges, especially when it comes to ensuring safe and accessible pathways for residents […]

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Can You Powerwash A House If You Have A Well?

Can You Powerwash A House If You Have A Well?

In Virginia, we have many homes that use private wells for their water supply instead of county or city water. According to the Virginia Department of Health, some counties have over 80% of their water supplied by private wells. Wells can do a great job supplying a home […]

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Why Pick Us For Your Pressure Washing Service?

Why Pick Us For Your Pressure Washing Service?

Not only are we going to make the exterior of your home shine and look amazing, we are also going to provide amazing customer service throughout the entire process. Our professionals complete our pressure washing services on a daily basis and go through an intense […]

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Artillery Fungus - How to Remove Those Black Dots

Artillery Fungus - How to Remove Those Black Dots

When you see tiny, sticky black dots appear on your home’s siding, your car, your windows or other outdoor surfaces, you may think they are insect droppings or a kind of sap. Our professionals can clean anything off the exterior surface of your home, but we […]

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Do Power Washing Companies Bring Their Own Water to a Job?

Do Power Washing Companies Bring Their Own Water to a Job?

No matter where you live, what type of home you have, or how large your property, everyone knows keeping your home looking nice takes a huge chunk of your time. When it comes to the exterior of your home, you may decide to hire a professional power washing company […]

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Can You Power Wash or Pressure Wash Stucco Siding?

Can You Power Wash or Pressure Wash Stucco Siding?

Stucco is a unique type of siding that can be cleaned of mold and grime if the task is handled correctly. Excessive pressure is not recommended when cleaning stucco surfaces and a gentler approach is necessary. It is important to understand the siding surface that needs […]

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Should You Wash Your House During Pollen Season

Should You Wash Your House During Pollen Season

Keeping your home clean and looking its best is a year-round job. Especially when you live in a climate that has all the seasons! Here in Virginia, we battle the summer heat, the leaves of fall, the potential heavy snowfall, and the pollen season in […]

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How Much Will It Really Cost to Pressure Wash My House?

How Much Will It Really Cost to Pressure Wash My House?

So your house is dirty. Whether you all of a sudden just noticed it, or it’s been on your to-do list for a while, you may wonder “how much will it cost to pressure wash my house?” This is one of the most common questions we […]

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Driveway Cleaning: How to Clean Any Type of Driveway and Type of Stain

Driveway Cleaning: How to Clean Any Type of Driveway and Type of Stain

The exterior of your home requires a lot of care and attention to keep it looking its best. You spend lots of time on your landscaping — mowing, trimming, weeding, etc — but if you don’t keep up with your property’s different surfaces, your home overall […]

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Multi-Unit Exterior Cleaning in Virginia — Dr. Powerwash

Multi-Unit Exterior Cleaning in Virginia — Dr. Powerwash

If you’re a property manager, you know that your job is hard. Nobody has to tell you that. You spend tons of time making sure that your buildings are in great shape and your tenants and owners are happy. You spend tons of time on the phone, doing […]

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Tiger Stripes -- The Ugly Stripes on Gutters and How to Remove Them

Tiger Stripes -- The Ugly Stripes on Gutters and How to Remove Them

Gutters are a staple on just about any home. They provide effective water control from rain, keeping your foundation intact and safe from water damage. In addition, they also direct water away from your landscaping and aid in properly draining your property of excess water. Nowadays, gutters even provide […]

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Remove Rust Stains from Your Home's Siding - 6 Simple Steps

Remove Rust Stains from Your Home's Siding - 6 Simple Steps

When you think of rust, you may think of many different things. Rust affects our tools causing them to be dangerous to use or ineffective. Rust might appear on your bike chain, rendering it difficult to use. Rust on your car might cause damage to the […]

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How to Clean Aluminum Siding in 10 Steps

How to Clean Aluminum Siding in 10 Steps

Your home is your haven and for good reason. It keeps you and your family safe, warm, and dry and is the backdrop for countless memories. With all that it provides you, the least you can do is take good care of it. A home in good working […]

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How to Clean Your Interior Windows

How to Clean Your Interior Windows

Over time, your windows will accumulate dust, smears, and dirt on them from the inside. This light layer of grime will obstruct your view to the outside and prevent sunshine from coming into your home to the fullest extent. Having a high amount of natural […]

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10 Reasons for Spring External Home Cleaning

10 Reasons for Spring External Home Cleaning

Spring is a time for refreshing and renewing various aspects of life. The outside environment starts to become more alive. Fresh flowers and trees start blooming, birds start singing, and the weather becomes warmer. As you see the beauty of Spring emerge, the last thing you […]

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Commercial Exterior Building Washing Benefits

Commercial Exterior Building Washing Benefits

It is well known that one of the highest priorities of property managers and commercial building owners is to maintain a high-quality building appearance. Having clean surfaces increases the cosmetic appeal and draws more customers or renters. The problem is that it is often very […]

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How To Clean Gutters

How To Clean Gutters

Gutters are an extremely important part of your home’s well-being. They control the flow of rainwater and protect your roof, siding, walls, foundation, and the landscape around the home. Unfortunately, gutters can quickly become clogged with dirt, debris, leaves, sticks, acorns, and even […]

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What is Soft Washing?

What is Soft Washing?

Softwashing is a low-pressure cleaning method that applies a mix of cleaning solutions to remove mold from exterior surfaces. At Dr. Powerwash, we use a biodegradable soap mix to softwash siding, roofs, and other exterior surfaces. Pressure washing a roof will ruin your warranty and […]

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Pressure Washing, Power Washing, Soft Washing: What's the Difference?

Pressure Washing, Power Washing, Soft Washing: What's the Difference?

During this project we used both soft washing and pressure washing for different aspects of the service. Customers, friends, and family often ask us questions regarding the difference between pressure washing, power washing, and soft washing. The terms are often used interchangeably and can be confusing. […]

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Top Reasons To Get Roof Cleaning

Top Reasons To Get Roof Cleaning

The exterior of your home is instrumental in forming the first impression people have about your home. This is also called curb appeal. Immaculate siding, driveways, and roofs all contribute to the curb appeal of your home. Maintenance not only improves the appearance of these surfaces […]

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Benefits Of Professional Window Cleaning

Benefits Of Professional Window Cleaning

Your windows provide open your home up to the world and brighten it with sunlight. Because windows are so important the appearance and efficiency of your home, you want to keep them clear and clean. Over time, pollen, dirt, grease, and grime collect on your windows. […]

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Reasons To Include Pressure Washing In Spring Cleaning

Reasons To Include Pressure Washing In Spring Cleaning

Every spring, many people like to start the new season fresh by cleaning their home and getting rid of junk that has built up over the last year. Giving the exterior of your home a thorough pressure washing makes the outside of your home clean like […]

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For more pressure washing tips, check out the articles by our friends at Superior Pressure Washing and Taylor's Pressure Washing.

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