by Andrey Zhilin, exterior care specialist
[Scene 1: The First Walk-Through After Spring Rains]
The gate sticks. You shoulder it open.
Your once-white trim? It’s dull grey.
The deck boards feel… sticky. There’s a green tinge near the base of the columns.
You’re not imagining it.
That’s algae. And it’s just getting started.
[Scene 2: The “Clean” Patio Furniture]
You pull off the covers. The furniture looks okay. Until you sit.
Your shorts now have faint black streaks.
It’s mildew — from microscopic spores growing on porous surfaces, invisible until activated by moisture.
You wipe it down. But it’s already in the seams.
[Scene 3: The Window Inspection]
Salt film clouds your ocean view.
No amount of Windex will cut it — because what’s on the glass is bonded, not just dust.
The salt attracts moisture, and over time, corrodes frames and eats away at seals.
You realize: this is a maintenance issue, not a cosmetic one.
[Scene 4: The Guest Arrival You Didn’t Expect]
You weren’t planning to host, but friends drop in for the weekend.
They smile politely, but their sneakers squeak on gritty pavers, and someone asks,
“Was that deck always that… slippery?”
Suddenly, you see what they see. And it’s not what you thought.
[Scene 5: The Realization]
Pressure washing isn’t about making things “look nice.”
It’s about:
- Preventing rot and decay in humid, salt-rich environments
- Preserving paint, sealant, and material warranties
- Reducing slip risks on walkways and decks
- Improving curb appeal — and keeping up property value
At Sharky, we recommend two sessions per year for coastal homes:
Spring (after pollen and before summer humidity)
Fall (after storms and before the dry season sets in)
[Scene 6: The Sharky Crew Arrives]
You hear the hum before you see the van.
Hoses unwind. Water surges.
The salt lifts, the mildew vanishes, the natural color of your pavers comes back to life.
The place doesn’t just look clean — it feels fresh, safe, well-maintained.
You realize: this isn’t about pressure.
It’s about protecting the things you love — from the climate you moved here to enjoy.
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