by Mike Maharas | Oct 21, 2026 | House Washing, Soft Washing
A common question before a house wash is whether the cleaning solution will hurt the landscaping, the dog or the kids. Here is how soft washing works around a home, what we do to protect plants, and what you can do to help. What is in a soft wash solutionSoft washing...
by Mike Maharas | Oct 21, 2026 | House Washing, Soft Washing
If you wipe your hand across your siding and it comes away white and powdery, you are looking at oxidation. Homeowners often mistake it for dirt, and it is the reason some houses still look dull right after a wash. Here is what it is and what your options are. What...
by Mike Maharas | Oct 21, 2026 | Window Cleaning, Window Washing
Divided-pane windows, the ones split into a grid of smaller panes, give a home a classic look. They are common on lake homes and older homes around the west metro. They also take more time to clean than a single sheet of glass, and how much more depends on what kind...
by Mike Maharas | Oct 21, 2026 | Window Cleaning, Window Washing
Low-E glass is standard on most windows installed in Minnesota today, and homeowners ask whether cleaning can damage it. For most windows the answer is no. For one type of coating, it matters how the glass is cleaned. Here is how to tell the difference. What Low-E...
by Mike Maharas | Oct 21, 2026 | Window Cleaning, Window Washing
Homeowners often ask us why some of their windows still look foggy or hazy no matter how well they are cleaned. Often the problem is not dirt at all. It is a failed seal, and it is something no window cleaner can fix. Here is what is happening and what your options...
