Vinyl is an excellent material to choose for your siding; it’s budget-friendly, full of variety, and quick to install. One of the best features of vinyl siding is that it stays clean for long periods of time, and takes very little effort to maintain. Still, you’re going to need to take care of your siding at some point, even if the occasions are few and far between. To find out how to clean your vinyl siding, read on.
Vinyl siding is easy to clean; our simple tips will help you get the job done.
Tools You’ll Need
Some tools you’ll require for cleaning your siding include:
- Long handled soft brush
- Vinyl siding cleaning solution
- A hose with a spray nozzle
- A common household cleaner
You’ll be using your brush to reach higher areas, and we’ll leave it up to you to decide whether or not you’ll want to use a ladder. There are handles for these brushes that will help you reach all the way to the top, but you may want to get up close to the siding. Make sure your nozzle for your hose allows you to rinse the siding near your roof before you start cleaning, as leaving the cleaner without rinsing it can cause discoloration. You can use common cleaner, like a window cleaning solution, to get rid of simple mildew or algae growth.
Process Tips
Start from the bottom and work your way up. This way, you’ll be rinsing all of the siding as you move upwards. The process can take a lot of physical endurance if you’re not used to this kind of activity, so make sure you rinse everything off before you take a break. A power washer may seem like a good idea, but you should always read both the power washer and siding manuals first. Some manufacturers recommend against using a power washer, or are against using it in certain places, like around wiring or windows.
Want to build with vinyl siding in Maryland? Call Cedar Square Homes.
We make custom homes for residents in Maryland who are searching for beautiful, affordable homes. Your choice of material is important to us, and we’ll recommend the best siding for your vision. Customization is absolutely no problem and the materials we use are top quality. Throughout the project, we will stay in touch and be available for you when you need us.
You will have direct access to your project manager though the entire process. Calls are answered promptly and messages are returned within 24 hours.
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