Yes, you can get your roof, house, and driveway cleaned in one visit. In most cases, our crew handles all three on the same trip. In fact, one visit often gives a better result, because nothing we clean gets dirty again a month later.
At Top Down Exterior Cleaning, we have cleaned Lakeland homes since 2010. So we have a set way to handle a whole property. Below, we explain how one visit works, what order we follow, and how to get ready.
How Does a Roof, House, and Driveway Cleaning Fit in One Visit?
It fits because each job takes only a few hours. Most home roof cleanings take a few hours. Most driveways take an hour or two. The house wash fits in between. So plan for our crew to spend a good part of the day at your home.
However, a few things can stretch the schedule:
- Size. A large or two-story home has more roof and more wall to cover.
- Heavy growth. Thick algae or moss needs more time for the cleaner to work.
- Weather. A Florida storm can pause the job.
- Add-ons. Extra surfaces, like a pool deck or a long fence, add time.
So we look at your home first. Then we tell you plainly if one visit will cover it.
What Order Do We Clean the Roof, House, and Driveway In?
We clean the roof first, the house second, and the driveway last. Water runs downhill, so each step rinses onto a surface we have not cleaned yet. As a result, nothing gets dirty twice.
- Roof. First, we blow loose debris off the roof and out of the gutters. Next, we apply our roof cleaning solution. Then we rinse gently with a garden hose.
- House. We apply detergents made for siding and stucco. After that, we rinse with plenty of water at low pressure.
- Driveway. We apply a detergent and then run a surface cleaner over the concrete. Finally, we rinse with a water broom and apply a brightener.
That top-to-bottom order is how we plan our pressure washing in Lakeland, FL. We use it any time a homeowner wants the whole property done.
Why Is One Visit Better Than Three Separate Cleanings?
One visit is better because the three surfaces affect each other. For example, say you clean the driveway in March. Then you wash the roof in May. Rinse water from the roof runs down the walls and across that clean driveway.
Also, one visit is easier on you. Here is what you gain:
- One day of prep. You move the cars and bring in the pets once.
- One clean look. A bright driveway next to a streaked roof still looks unfinished.
- One schedule. Everything comes due again around the same time.
- Less runoff trouble. We rinse the whole property as we go.
Does Each Surface Get the Same Method When You Clean a Roof, House, and Driveway in One Visit?
No, each surface gets its own method. One machine setting for everything would damage two of the three. So we change the cleaner and the pressure as we move down the house.
- Roof. Our roof cleaning uses no pressure washer. The solution kills the algae, and a garden hose rinses it.
- House. Our house washing uses a low-pressure soft wash. That protects paint, stucco, and screens.
- Driveway. Our driveway cleaning uses a surface cleaner. It applies even, controlled pressure, so the concrete comes out clean without stripes.
The makers of siding agree that pressure needs care. For example, the Polymeric Exterior Products Association warns against aiming a power washer upward at siding. That can force water behind the panels.
How Do You Get Ready for a One-Visit Roof, House, and Driveway Cleaning?
You get ready with a few quick steps the night before. They help our crew start on time and protect your things.
- Move cars off the driveway and away from the house
- Close every window and door
- Bring pets inside
- Move chairs, planters, and doormats away from the walls
- Turn off the sprinklers for the day
- Unlock any gates
- Tell us about leaks, loose trim, or outdoor outlets that worry you
After that, we take it from there.
What Else Can You Add to the Same Visit?
You can often add smaller jobs to the same visit. Gutters are the easiest one, because we already clear debris from them during the roof step. Fences, patios, and pool decks can often join the list too.
Paver sealing is different. We clean, re-sand, and seal pavers as its own job, and most of those take a full day. Therefore, we usually plan sealing as a separate visit.
How Often Should You Get the Roof, House, and Driveway Cleaned?
Most driveways need a professional cleaning once a year. Roofs and walls depend more on shade and moisture, so watch for the signs. For example, book a visit when you see any of these:
- Black streaks on the roof
- A green film on the shady side of the house
- A driveway that looks dark or feels slick
Because all three share the same weather, they tend to come due together. That makes one visit a good habit, year after year.
Ready to Get Your Roof, House, and Driveway Cleaned in One Visit?
You don’t have to book three companies or three dates. Top Down is family owned and insured, and we have served Lakeland since 2010. We have also earned the Angie’s List Super Service Award five times.
Contact Top Down Exterior Cleaning today for a free estimate. You can also call us at (863) 904-8956. We will come out, look at your home, and tell you what one visit can cover.
