Soft Washing or Pressure Washing? A Lake Worth Company Explains How to Clean Mildew After the Rainy Season
Lake Worth, United States - November 6, 2026 / Dan Ryan's Pressure Cleaning /
LAKE WORTH, Fla., October, 2026 – After months of heavy rain and with hurricane season running through November 30, Dan Ryan's Pressure Cleaning and Window Cleaning, a family-owned exterior cleaning company based in Lake Worth, is reminding Palm Beach County homeowners to check their homes for mold, mildew and algae, and to choose the right cleaning method before they start.
According to the National Weather Service in Miami, about 69% of South Florida's yearly rain falls during the wet season. All that moisture, combined with heat and shade, gives mildew and algae ideal conditions to grow on stucco walls, roofs, screen enclosures, pool decks and walkways. Storms add leaves, dirt and debris that hold moisture against surfaces even longer.
The most common mistake homeowners make after storm season is reaching for a high-pressure washer for every surface. Pressure washing works well on hard surfaces like concrete driveways and pavers, but it can damage more delicate ones. High pressure can etch or crack stucco, force water behind siding and strip the protective granules from shingles. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association advises that high-pressure washing should not be used on asphalt roofing for removing algae.
Soft washing takes a different approach. It uses low pressure combined with cleaning solutions that kill mildew and algae at the source, rather than blasting the surface. It is the safer choice for stucco, roofs, screen enclosures and painted surfaces.
The company shared a few tips for post-storm cleanup:
- Check shaded walls first. North-facing walls and areas under trees stay damp longest and usually show mildew first.
- Clean slippery walkways and pool decks. Algae can make these surfaces slick and unsafe.
- Clear debris before cleaning. Leaves and dirt trap moisture and feed new growth.
- Don't pressure wash stucco or roofs. Use a soft wash, or hire a company that does.
Homeowners can learn more about soft washing and exterior cleaning through Dan Ryan's house washing service.
Dan Ryan's Pressure Cleaning and Window Cleaning offers free quotes across Palm Beach County. First-time clients receive up to $100 off their service.
About Dan Ryan's Pressure Cleaning and Window Cleaning
Dan Ryan's Pressure Cleaning and Window Cleaning is a family-owned company based in Lake Worth, Florida, serving homes and businesses since 2012. Services include house washing, roof cleaning, pressure washing, paver cleaning and sealing, window cleaning, rust removal and fleet washing. The company serves Lake Worth, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Greenacres, Jupiter, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Parkland, Royal Palm Beach, Wellington and West Palm Beach. Learn more at danryanspressurecleaning.com.
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