If your render, roof, or driveway is looking tired, you’re not alone. Years of algae, moss, and pollution take their toll – and most homeowners don’t realise the damage until it’s too late. Many ask us how to clean render without damage, and the answer is soft washing: a safe, science-backed way to restore your home’s exterior without costly repairs. That’s where soft washing comes in – gentle on surfaces, tough on grime and a game-changer for tired-looking homes.
We’re here to bring you the lowdown on soft washing – what it is, why it’s skyrocketing in popularity and how its helping homeowners avoid spending thousands on repainting. Whether you’re tackling stubborn stains, prepping your house for sale or you just want to bring back that ‘new home’ sparkle, this guide has you (and your walls) covered.
Soft Washing: Same-Day Exterior Cleaning That Lasts Years
Soft washing is a low-pressure cleaning system that uses HSE-approved, biodegradable solutions to safely remove algae, moss, mildew, and dirt from render, brick, and stone surfaces. It’s far gentler than traditional jet washing, which can damage walls and cause costly moisture problems.
Best of all, what used to require scaffolding, weeks of work, and expensive redecoration can now be completed in just one day – with no ladders, no jet blasting, and no disruption. And with soft washing cost UK starting from just £200 for one side of a 3-bedroom semi detached house, it’s an affordable way to restore your home’s kerb appeal.
Soft washing is becoming the go-to choice for homeowners across the UK because it’s safe, affordable, and long-lasting. In fact, searches for ‘render cleaning near me’ are soaring as more people look for better ways to restore their homes without costly repainting. Industry experts predict soft washing will become as routine as pressure washing driveways within the next decade.
To put the savings into perspective, repainting the exterior of a typical 3-bedroom semi-detached home in the UK can cost £3,000 to over £10,000 depending on location, whereas a professional soft wash starts from just £750 – saving homeowners thousands while achieving a fresher, longer-lasting finish.
Why Soft Washing Lasts Up to 6x Longer Than Jet Washing
If you’ve been searching for the best way to remove algae from walls, here’s the truth: algae isn’t just dirt – it’s a living organism. That’s why simply painting over stains or blasting them with a jet washer won’t fix the problem.
Jet washing only scrubs away the surface, leaving the underlying algae intact. Within months, it grows back – along with the cost of cleaning it again. Soft washing is different. Using specialist biocide treatments, it targets and destroys algae and bacteria at their source, preventing regrowth and keeping your walls looking fresh for years.
In fact, when carried out by an accredited soft washing team – like My Property Pros – results can last up to six times longer than traditional jet washing, making it the smarter, safer, and more cost-effective choice for your home.
It also avoids the risk of:
- Cracking or damaging render
- Stripping paint or protective coatings
- Causing moisture ingress that voids warranties
That’s why many home insurers now warn against pressure washing, while soft washing is fast becoming the preferred, compliant alternative.
- Longer lasting results
- No risk to render, stone or cladding
- Uses HSE-approved solutions and methods
- Preferred by many warranty providers over pressure washing
How My Property Pros Soft Washing Works – no fuss, just results
So, how do we make it look effortless? The secret is in our refined, low-pressure system that gently removes dirt, algae, and grime without damaging your render, brick, or stonework.
Unlike jet washing, there’s no scaffolding, no blasting, and no harsh scrubbing — just the correctly diluted, HSE-approved solutions, applied by fully trained and certified soft washing technicians using specialist equipment.
All runoff is carefully managed and cleared the same day, leaving no mess behind — just crisp, clean walls that look freshly painted. It’s quick, safe, and low-hassle. In fact, your neighbours will probably think you’ve had a full exterior makeover.
What can you expect from a My Property Pros soft washing service?
When we arrive, the first step is a thorough assessment of your home’s exterior. We check everything – plants, patios, and pathways to ensure everything around your property is fully protected before we begin.
Then, using our specialist low-pressure equipment (no jet blasting here), our team applies a tailored cleaning solution designed to break down years of grime, algae, mildew, and pollution.
The solution flows gently through a pump and hose system, soaking into the surface and lifting stains without damaging paint, render, or pointing. After it’s had time to work, we rinse everything down carefully – and just like that, your home looks fresh, clean, and years younger.
With soft washing cost UK starting from around £800, it’s the easiest way to restore your property’s kerb appeal without ladders, scaffolding, or disruption.
Trusted, accredited, proven
We’re proud members of the National Association of Soft Washers (NASW) and one of the UK’s few fully trained and certified SoftWash Systems-accredited providers. This means your home is cleaned safely, compliantly, and to the highest industry standards – giving you complete peace of mind.
Our DBS-checked, fully insured team is trained in industry-leading safety practices and uses HSE-approved solutions to protect your home, your render, and your warranties. With My Property Pros, your property is in expert hands.
Once our customers see the benefits, they never go back – whether that’s driveway pressure washing, which has become the norm for home services in the last 20 years, or soft washing – which we predict will become as common as pressure washing in the next few years. Soft washing is a service that offers a quick and easy transformation; it’s an investment in your home’s future – and it’s now easier than ever.
Check out some amazing transformations!
Take a peek at the magic – watch these soft washing transformations come to life on our YouTube channel!
Ready to Transform Your Home?
Stop algae at the root and protect your home for years to come. Book your free soft washing assessment today and discover why My Property Pros is one of the UK’s most trusted SoftWash Systems-accredited specialists.
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