| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Single-story home exterior (soft wash) | $145–$325 |
| Two-story home exterior (soft wash) | $200–$425 |
| Roof soft washing (2,000–3,000 sq ft) | $200–$550 |
| Fence (per linear ft) | $1.00–$2.50 |
| Deck (per sq ft) | $0.10–$0.20 |
Typical Dallas–Fort Worth market ranges — not binding quotes. Call (214) 307-2127 for your free estimate.
What Is Soft Washing and Why DFW Homes Need It
Soft washing is low-pressure cleaning that uses chemical solutions to do the cleaning work rather than water pressure. Applied at 100-500 PSI (compared to standard pressure washing at 2,000-3,000 PSI), soft washing safely cleans surfaces that would be damaged by high pressure — including brick, stucco, Hardie Board, wood, EIFS, and painted surfaces.
DFW homes benefit particularly from soft washing because the region's primary soiling challenge is biological — mold, algae, pollen, and mildew that require chemical treatment to kill, not just mechanical water pressure to move. Soft washing chemistry kills biological growth at the root while the low-pressure application protects surface integrity.
Most DFW exterior surfaces that aren't bare concrete should be soft washed rather than pressure washed. This includes brick (which loses mortar at high pressure), Hardie Board and vinyl siding (manufacturer warranties specify low-pressure washing), painted surfaces (high pressure lifts paint), and roofs (high pressure removes shingle granules).
2025 DFW Soft Washing Pricing
House exterior soft washing (single-story, approximately 1,800 sq ft of wall): $145-$325. Two-story homes: $200-$425. The variation reflects the extent of biological growth and number of special-care areas (overhangs, detailed trim).
Roof soft washing (2,000-3,000 sq ft roofline): $200-$550 depending on pitch and algae severity.
Fence soft washing: $1.00-$2.50 per linear foot. Cedar and wood fences with heavy biological growth run toward the higher end.
Deck soft washing: $0.10-$0.20 per sq ft. A 400 sq ft deck runs $40-$80 for soft washing alone, though most deck cleaning also benefits from a higher-pressure final rinse.
What to Ask Before Hiring
Ask any DFW soft washing company: What PSI do you use? What chemistry do you apply, and is it biodegradable? Do you rinse plants and landscaping before and after application? Do you use a post-treatment biological inhibitor? These questions separate professional operations from those who just apply diluted bleach and call it soft washing. Blues Home Services uses professional biodegradable soft washing chemistry with post-treatment application throughout DFW. Call (214) 307-2127.
What Actually Drives the Price
We price from what the property actually presents: measured area, observed condition, and real access — not a rate card that ignores all three. The single biggest cost lever is timing — catching buildup early keeps every visit in inexpensive maintenance territory instead of restoration pricing. The best value question to ask any bidder is "what does each line cover?" — we welcome it, because our numbers are built line by line to begin with. A good estimate should survive questions — ours itemize scope, method, and surface so there is nothing to discover on the day of service.
A Realistic Annual Rhythm for North Texas Homes
Exterior upkeep across North Texas follows the Texas seasons — storm preparation in late winter, cleanup in early summer, and protection work in the milder fall window. The rhythm that works for most properties: glass a few times a year, gutters twice, a full flatwork clean annually, and resealing whenever the water test says the old coat has quit. Homeowners who keep this rhythm spend less per year than those who react to problems, and their homes photograph, appraise, and sell better for it.
A Local Crew, Not a Franchise
We are a local company, not a franchise or a lead-reseller: one team, one standard, and direct accountability for every job we take. Most services book within the week, estimates are always free, and we confirm arrival windows so nobody waits around wondering. Every service carries a written satisfaction guarantee — if something isn't right, we return and correct it at no cost.