What is The Best Way to Clean Your Siding This Fall?

There are many things to love about your new aluminum siding. It has increased your curb appeal, it is energy efficient and you will never have to scrape and paint your house again.  You may be noticing with the onset of fall, that your new siding is gathering a little bit of dirt, debris, and a few spider webs.  Take advantage of the great fall weather in the Barnesville, OH area and clean your siding before winter hits.

Step By Step Guide to Cleaning Your Siding

 

  1. Ready Your Tools

Every house and yard chore is made easier when you have the right tools at your disposal. In order to clean your siding effectively, you should make sure you have a soft cloth or a soft-bristle brush with an extendable handle. Decide if you will be using a general household cleaner on your siding, or if you prefer to go easy on your yard and use a cleaning solution that is more environmentally friendly.  Lastly, rent or purchase a pressure washer to aid in the final rinse.

  1. Avoid These Items – Though your siding is durable, it does not hold up to certain cleaning products. These include bleach, liquid grease remover and furniture polish. You will also want to avoid using any type of scrubber that is highly abrasive as it could damage the finish on your siding.
  2. Know When to Hire a Pro – Should you find that the ladder makes you dizzy, or that reaching your long-handled brush over your head is difficult on your arms, don’t be afraid to call a siding professional in the area to come and get it clean for you.

By investing a little bit of time and effort into your new siding several times a year, you can be sure that your newly gained curb appeal will last for years to come.