Pressure Washing FAQ — Fort Lauderdale

Pricing depends on size, access, surface condition, and the service required. Roof cleaning is measured at $0.25 per square foot, with current minimums of $550 for a one-story roof and $650 for a two-story roof. Standard driveway cleaning generally starts around $300. House washing, paver sealing, pool decks, specialty stains, and commercial work require a property-specific quote.

Timing depends on the property's size, access, buildup, surface type, and scope. We review those conditions before work begins and provide a realistic service window; larger residential, commercial, and HOA projects may require more than one day.

Not always. If the crew has confirmed access to the property, water supply, and every area in the scope, service can often proceed without you onsite. Before arrival, close windows and doors, unlock required gates, and move fragile items that could block access.

Available payment options are shown on your estimate or invoice. If you need to use a specific method, ask when requesting your quote so the team can confirm it before service.

Recurring exterior cleaning can be planned around the property and the surfaces that collect buildup fastest. We can discuss an appropriate cadence for homes, commercial properties, HOAs, and condominiums when reviewing the scope.

Call (954) 235-9434 or request a quote online. Share the service address, surfaces involved, approximate size, current condition, and any photos you have. Larger, specialty, commercial, and HOA scopes may need an onsite walkthrough.

Pressure washing uses controlled water pressure and is suited to durable surfaces such as concrete. Soft washing combines low-pressure application with surface-appropriate cleaning chemistry for roofs, stucco, painted exteriors, and other finishes that can be damaged by aggressive pressure. We select the method after identifying the material and condition.

Aggressive pressure can damage concrete or clay tiles and can disturb the protective granules on asphalt shingles. Our roof-cleaning process uses low-pressure soft washing and is adjusted for concrete tile, barrel tile, flat tile, or asphalt shingle systems.

Aggressive pressure can erode a stucco finish, expose weak areas, or force water where it does not belong. We inspect the surface and use a low-pressure cleaning process appropriate to the stucco and coating condition.

Before applying roof or exterior-cleaning solution, the crew identifies sensitive areas, pre-wets surrounding landscaping, covers plants when appropriate, manages runoff, and keeps foliage rinsed during the work. The protection plan is adjusted to the property and scope.

Yes. Pool cages and screened enclosures require a controlled, low-pressure approach because aggressive pressure can damage screens, seals, and aluminum finishes. We match the chemistry and rinse pressure to the enclosure's condition.

Bentz Pressure Washing carries business insurance, and current documentation is available on request. Property managers, HOAs, and commercial clients can ask about certificate-of-insurance requirements during the proposal process.

Cleaning frequency depends on shade, irrigation, tree cover, waterfront exposure, drainage, paint or coating condition, and how quickly visible buildup returns. We recommend the next service window after evaluating the property rather than applying one fixed interval to every home.

Dark roof streaks are commonly associated with Gloeocapsa magma and related organic growth that thrives in South Florida humidity. A material-specific soft wash treats the growth without relying on damaging high pressure.

Soft washing is designed to treat organic buildup such as algae, mildew, and many surface mold stains. Results and the rate of return depend on the material, moisture, shade, drainage, and surrounding vegetation.

Oil stains need a degreaser pre-treatment (and sometimes a poultice for older stains). Rust stains need an oxalic-based remover. Both are add-on treatments before surface cleaning. We'll always tell you upfront whether a stain will come out fully or partially.

Sealing can enhance color, stabilize ASTM-144 joint sand, and make routine maintenance easier. Bentz uses a two-day minimum process with two coats of Trident Hurricane CAT-5, a topical two-part water-based urethane. Existing coatings, drainage, moisture, joint condition, and the finish you want should all be reviewed first.

Exterior cleaning can be performed year-round in South Florida. Many owners schedule around seasonal arrivals, hurricane preparation, property inspections, listings, events, or whenever visible algae and staining begin affecting the property.

We serve Fort Lauderdale and surrounding Broward County: Harbor Beach, Las Olas Isles, Rio Vista, Coral Ridge, Victoria Park, Nurmi Isles, Bay Colony, Colee Hammock, Poinsettia Heights, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Wilton Manors, Sea Ranch Lakes, Flagler Village, Imperial Point, Tarpon River, Idlewyld, Shady Banks, Sailboat Bend, Lake Ridge, Riverland, Lighthouse Point.