Pressure Washing vs. Soft Washing: What’s Better?

Maintaining the cleanliness and overall appearance of commercial properties is crucial for businesses hoping to make a strong first impression. While the interior of a business can be nice to look at–the exterior of your building, sidewalks, and other outdoor surfaces are often the first things people notice when approaching your business. 

Over time, these areas can fall to time. They accumulate dirt, grime, algae, and other unsightly elements. To keep your property looking its best, you may be considering cleaning solutions like soft washing or pressure washing. But how do you know which method is better for your business? 

Here at USA Drone Clean, we specialize in innovative and efficient drone cleaning technology solutions for every business avenue. Today, we’re going to dive into the differences between these two popular cleaning techniques, explore the benefits of each, and discuss what’s best for your business.

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What Is Pressure Washing?

Pressure washing is a method of cleaning surfaces using high-pressure water spray. This technique effectively removes stubborn dirt, mold, mildew, and other contaminants from hard surfaces like concrete, brick, and metal. The water’s powerful force blasts away grime and quickly restores the appearance of surfaces neglected for long periods.

Benefits of Pressure Washing

  1. Efficiency: Pressure washing can clean large areas quickly, making it an ideal choice for commercial properties with extensive surfaces to maintain.
  2. Thorough Cleaning: The high pressure can reach deep into crevices and pores of hard surfaces, ensuring a comprehensive clean.
  3. Versatility: It can be used on a variety of surfaces, including sidewalks, parking lots, and building exteriors.

However, the intense force of pressure washing is not suitable for all surfaces. Delicate materials, such as wood, siding, and certain types of roofing, can be damaged by the high-pressure spray. This is where soft washing comes into play.

What Is Soft Washing?

Soft washing is a gentler alternative to pressure washing, utilizing low-pressure water combined with specially formulated cleaning solutions to remove dirt, algae, mold, and mildew. This method is particularly effective on surfaces that are more susceptible to damage, such as roofs, siding, and windows.

Benefits of Soft Washing
  1. Safety: The low-pressure application reduces the risk of damaging delicate surfaces, making it a safer option for materials like shingles, stucco, and painted surfaces.
  2. Long-Lasting Results: The cleaning solutions used in soft washing not only clean the surface but also kill the underlying organic growth, preventing it from returning as quickly as it might with pressure washing.
  3. Environmental Consideration: Soft washing uses less water than pressure washing, and the biodegradable cleaning solutions are safe for plants and landscaping.

How Drone Technology Enhances Soft Washing Services

USA Drone Clean has taken soft washing to the next level by integrating drone technology into their services. Traditional soft washing methods often involve ladders, scaffolding, or lifts to reach high or difficult areas. Drones, however, eliminate the need for such equipment, offering several key advantages.

Safety

Drones reduce the need for workers to operate at dangerous heights, minimizing the risk of accidents and injuries. With drones, USA Drone Clean can access hard-to-reach areas like rooftops and upper floors without putting anyone in harm’s way. This innovation in safety is particularly important for businesses looking to adhere to strict safety regulations while maintaining their properties.

Efficiency

Drones can cover large areas more quickly than manual methods. The advanced technology allows for precise control and consistent application of cleaning solutions, ensuring thorough coverage in less time. This efficiency translates into less downtime for your business and faster results, which is crucial for maintaining a clean and professional appearance.

Affordability

By eliminating the need for expensive equipment and reducing labor costs, drone-assisted soft washing can be more affordable than traditional methods. Drones can perform tasks that would typically require multiple workers, scaffolding, and extended timeframes, resulting in significant cost savings for businesses.

Flexibility

Drones are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of settings. Whether you need to clean a multi-story building, a large warehouse, or a complex industrial site, drones can adapt to the unique needs of your property. This flexibility makes drone-assisted soft washing an excellent choice for businesses of all sizes and industries.

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Pressure Washing vs. Soft Washing: Which Is Better?

The choice between pressure washing and soft washing ultimately depends on the specific needs of your business.

  • Pressure washing is ideal for durable surfaces like concrete and metal that can withstand high pressure. It’s the best option when you need to remove tough stains and grime from these surfaces quickly.
  • Soft washing, enhanced by drone technology, is the superior choice for more delicate surfaces. It provides a safer, more thorough clean for materials that could be damaged by the intense pressure of traditional methods. Additionally, the use of cleaning solutions ensures long-lasting results, reducing the frequency of cleanings needed.
 

For businesses looking to maintain the pristine appearance of their property without risking damage, soft washing is often the better option. However, in some cases, a combination of both techniques might be necessary to achieve the best results.

Why Choose USA Drone Clean for Your Cleaning Needs?

When it comes to keeping your commercial property clean, USA Drone Clean offers the most advanced and efficient solutions available. By integrating cutting-edge drone technology with proven cleaning techniques, they provide a level of service that is unmatched in the industry. Here’s why USA Drone Clean should be your go-to choice:

  • Expertise: With years of experience in commercial drone cleaning, USA Drone Clean has the knowledge and skills to handle any cleaning challenge.
  • Innovation: Their use of drone technology sets them apart, offering safer, more efficient, and cost-effective cleaning solutions.
  • Comprehensive Services: Whether you need soft washing, pressure washing, or a combination of both, USA Drone Clean has the tools and expertise to get the job done right.
  • Customer Satisfaction: They are committed to delivering outstanding results and ensuring that your property looks its best.

When you choose USA Drone Clean, you’re not just getting a cleaning service—you’re investing in the future of property maintenance. Their innovative approach ensures that your business’s exterior is cleaned safely, efficiently, and affordably.

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Need Soft Washing Services? Call USA Drone Clean!

At USA Drone Clean, we believe that drones are not just the future—but the solution to soft washing services. Our innovative approach eliminates the need for dangerous scaffolding, swing stages, and cranes, allowing us to tackle even the most challenging properties with ease. As industry leaders, we push the boundaries of what drone cleaning can achieve by offering a fresh, forward-thinking solution that leaves your property spotless.

JEFF Robison

Jeff is a successful entrepreneur who is the CEO of Sun Brite Services, Inc. based out of Lawrenceville, GA. Sun Brite was founded in 1992 and is a commercial pressure washing company that completes jobs throughout the southeast. What started with very humble beginnings has grown into a multi million dollar organization that services government, medical, and privately held properties. With a focus on delivering the best quality possible job, efficiency and always doing the right thing for the customer Sun Brite consistently continues to grow. Jeff is a master at marketing and leveraging relationships that benefit both parties. Sun Brite has procured several national contracts with large companies to handle pressure washing projects.

Always looking for ways to become more efficient, Jeff was introduced to the drone cleaning world at a demonstration presented by the other founder Chris Creekmur. Quickly realizing the use of drones in the pressure washing industry could be a great opportunity, Jeff partnered with Chris on several large projects. After many conversations, Jeff and Chris realized there are many companies in a situation where even though they may want to enter the drone cleaning industry or have even purchased a drone but need further training and support. USA Drone Clean was formed to offer support, training and education to these companies.

Outside of work Jeff has been married for over 25 years, is a father of 3, and a grandfather of 2. In his spare time he likes to work out and has been a national powerlifting champion several times.

Chris Creekmur

Growing up in a family of business owners and entrepreneurs allowed Chris to learn valuable lessons and values about how to properly run a business and ultimately wanted to do it for himself one day. After growing up in restaurants and pursuing a career in the hospitality industry for about 12 years it was time for a change and Chris decided to start working in digital marketing sales and various other small companies before launching his drone business in 2021. Shortly after launching his drone business he discovered Lucid Drone Technologies and sent an inquiry without having any knowledge of the soft washing business and decided to take this massive leap of faith into the unknown.


Quickly realizing the learning curve of soft washing, pressure washing, operations, labor, marketing, and everything in between had to quickly connect with like minded business owners in the industry soon. Chris decided to hold a live demonstration day at a local pressure washing store, Georgia Chemical and that is where fate led Jeff and Chris to meet and the rest became history as the two companies began working together on large scale projects across the Southeast. Jeff and his team bought a drone to complete small scale projects but still insisted on Chris being at the large projects to ensure success and efficiency. Overall our experiences have been positive and left a lasting impression with our newfound clients.


Outside of flying drones, Chris enjoys taking the time to find new local restaurants and travel as often as possible to new destinations and can cook a mean steak!