Weatherboard, brick, plaster, Linea and fibre-cement cladding
Soft house washing in Christchurch
A low-pressure wash that lifts mould, lichen, cobwebs and grime from your exterior walls without stripping paint or forcing water behind cladding.
Overview
A low-pressure wash that lifts mould, lichen, cobwebs and grime from your exterior walls without stripping paint or forcing water behind cladding. Maidly provides soft house washing for homes and businesses across Christchurch, from the central city to the coast and the Port Hills.
What a soft wash is
Soft washing cleans with a gentle flow of water and a cleaning solution, rather than the force of a high-pressure jet. The solution does the work: it breaks down mould, mildew, lichen and the film of dust and traffic grime that builds up on a house. A thorough rinse then carries it away.
High pressure on painted weatherboards and plaster can lift paint, etch soft surfaces and drive water behind cladding and into window seals. Soft washing avoids all of that, which is why it's the right method for the walls of your home.
What’s included
- Exterior walls on every side of the house
- Soffits, eaves and fascia boards
- Window frames, sills and door joinery
- Spider webs and insect nests removed
- Full rinse of walls, windows and surrounding areas
- A walkthrough with you when we finish
Every job is covered by our 100% work guarantee. If something isn’t right, we’ll come back and fix it. This service is also guaranteed for 12 months.
Our method
- InspectWe check cladding, paintwork and seals, and note any areas that need extra care.
- ProtectGardens are wetted down, outdoor furniture moved and windows and vents checked.
- ApplyA biodegradable wash is applied at low pressure from the bottom up.
- Dwell and agitateThe solution is given time to break down growth, with hand brushing on stubborn spots.
- RinseEverything is rinsed thoroughly from the top down, including plants and paths.
Why it matters
Mould and lichen don't just look tired. Left in place, they hold moisture against your paintwork and break it down, which shortens the time until you need to repaint.
A regular wash is one of the cheapest ways to protect your home's exterior, and it makes a real difference to street appeal before a sale or a valuation.
Soft house washing FAQs
Will a soft wash damage my paint?
No. Soft washing uses low pressure and a solution matched to your cladding, so paint, plaster and seals stay intact. If we spot paint that's already flaking, we'll point it out before we start.
Do you clean the windows as part of a house wash?
Window frames and sills are washed and the glass is rinsed as part of the job. If you'd like a streak-free finish on the glass, add a window clean to your quote and we'll do both on the same visit.
How often should a house be washed?
Most Christchurch homes look their best with a wash every 12 to 24 months. Shaded walls, homes near trees and south-facing sides usually need it more often.
Is it safe for my garden and pets?
We use biodegradable solutions, wet down plants before and rinse them after. We ask that pets stay inside while we work and until surfaces are rinsed.
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Knowledge base
Helpful reading
Answers to the questions we’re asked most. Browse the knowledge base →
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Why Maidly
Premium cleaning. What sets us apart.
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Premium, not budget
We’re a premium cleaning service, not a budget one. Every job is done properly, to a checklist, every time.
Vetted, trained team
Every team member is interviewed, background checked, skills tested and trained before working unsupervised.
Eco-friendly products
Biodegradable, low-impact products that are kinder to your family, pets, gardens and waterways.
Fixed, itemised quotes
You know exactly what’s being done and what it costs before we start. No surprise charges.
Guaranteed work
A 100% work guarantee on every service, plus 12 months on soft and pressure washing and 24 months on roof cleaning.
One team, inside and out
Residential, commercial, windows and exterior care from one fully insured team, with 10% of every booking given to a cause.