Deck & Patio Cleaning
Wood decks and stone or paver patios cleaned at the right pressure. Algae and oxidation off the boards, embedded grime off the stone, ready to stain or seal.
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High pressure on wood = fuzzy planks. We match the method to the surface.
Wood is soft and grain-directional. High-pressure washing chews up the fibers, leaves a fuzzy texture, and opens the surface to splinters. We use a sodium percarbonate-based wood brightener at low pressure, kills mildew, removes the gray oxidation layer, and exposes the wood underneath without raising the grain.
Stone and paver patios have the opposite problem, dirt and algae ground into a hard surface. Those we clean with a surface cleaner or soft wash depending on the material, so flagstone doesn't fracture and pavers don't lose their joint sand. If you're staining a deck or sealing a patio afterward, this is the prep your finisher wants.
Surfaces we clean.
We match the method to the surface, low-pressure brightener for wood, surface cleaner or soft wash for stone and pavers.
- Pressure-treated pine decking, brightens dramatically
- Cedar decking, specific cleaner for cedar's natural oils
- Ipe and tropical hardwood, highest care, dedicated formulation
- Composite decking (Trex, TimberTech), composite-safe detergent
- Paver patios, surface cleaned at low pressure with joint sand checked
- Bluestone, flagstone, and stone patios, soft washed so they don't fracture
- Concrete and stamped-concrete patios, surface cleaner at reduced pressure
Sealing and staining aren't included. For paver patios that need it we also offer paver sealing, and we can coordinate timing with your stainer on decks.
Other Services We Offer
Pressure washing isn't the only thing we do. From roof to driveway, every exterior surface, done by the same team you're already considering.
Four things we do differently
365-Day Guarantee
We stand by our work. If algae or growth returns within 365 days, we come back and fix it at no charge.
Owners on Every Job
Applewood is run by two Pomfret natives, friends since elementary school. One of us is on site for every job, not a rotating crew.
2-Step Power Washing System
First we apply manufacturer-approved detergents that kill mold and algae at the root. Then we rinse with controlled pressure that protects surfaces. That's how we get results that actually last.
Fully Licensed & Insured
General liability and workers' comp on every job. Certificate of insurance on request. Plant-safe soft wash, owner-operated on every job.
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FAQs
The questions we get most about cleaning decks and patios. Not covered here? Send a photo and ask.
Soft washing uses low water pressure (about the same as your garden hose) and a biodegradable detergent, the chemistry does the cleaning. Pressure washing uses high water pressure with no detergent. Soft wash for siding, roofs, painted surfaces, and anything porous. Pressure wash for concrete driveways, brick pavers, and stone. We pick the right method per surface.
Yes. Detergents are biodegradable and rinse out at low concentration. We wet down landscaping before applying anything and rinse again when we finish. We've never lost a plant. Tell us about anything specific you're worried about when you book.
We prefer photos because we can see what you're describing. Phone quotes tend to under- or over-estimate. Texting photos takes 30 seconds and we'll come back with an actual number.
Most jobs booked Monday hit the calendar by Friday. Peak season (June–August) we book 1–2 weeks out. Off-peak (April, May, September, October) we usually have same-week slots.
Yes, credit cards, ACH bank transfer, check. Payment due on completion unless we've arranged net terms for recurring commercial.
Soft wash works fine in light rain. Heavy rain or temperatures below 40°F, we reschedule, usually within a few days. We text you the night before to confirm.
Still have questions?
Text us a few photos and we'll send a flat quote, usually within an hour.
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