How to Choose the Right Service for Your Property

Let’s face it—most homeowners don’t spend their weekends brushing up on the differences between pressure washing, soft washing, or surface cleaning. And that’s okay! At Shine Bright San Diego, we’re here to help you understand what your home really needs—without the fluff, the upsell, or the pressure (except where it belongs).

This quick guide will walk you through how to choose the right exterior cleaning service based on your surfaces, stains, and materials. We’ve got your back (and your siding).

🏡 Start with the Surface: What Are You Cleaning?

Every material has its own quirks. Some are tough as nails. Others? Not so much. Here’s a breakdown of which services are best for which surfaces:

Surface Type	Recommended Service	Method
Concrete Driveway	Pressure Washing	High Pressure
Stucco or Painted Walls	Soft Washing	Low Pressure + Solution
Asphalt Shingles	Roof Cleaning (Soft Wash)	Low Pressure
Solar Panels	Solar Panel Cleaning	Soft Brushes + Deionized Water
Windows	Window Cleaning	Purified Water System
Wood Fencing	Soft Washing	Low Pressure
Pavers or Tile	Surface Cleaning	Rotary Cleaner

🧼 Identify the Stain: What Are You Trying to Get Rid Of?

The source of the stain tells us a lot. Here’s how we approach some of the usual suspects:

Mold & Algae: Usually on shaded siding or stucco. Soft wash with algaecide is the cure.
Rust Stains: From sprinkler heads or old fixtures. We use specialty solutions to lift without damage.
Oil & Grease: Common on driveways. High-pressure degreasing is our go-to.
Hard Water Stains: Seen on windows or solar panels. We use purified water and gentle scrubbing.
General Grime: If it’s just dust and dirt, we tailor pressure levels based on surface type.

🔍 Materials & Experience Matter

Your home probably has a mix of materials—wood, stucco, tile, vinyl, even glass. That’s why we don’t wing it. Our team is trained to identify what’s safe, what’s delicate, and how to clean each one using OEM-approved techniques and eco-friendly products.

We clean smart, not hard—and we treat your home like it’s our own.

✨ Real Experience. Real Results.

We’ve helped thousands of homeowners and property managers clean everything from high-end rooftops to oil-stained parking lots. We’re not new to this—we’re true to this. You’ll always get a real recommendation based on real-world know-how, not a script or guesswork.

🤔 Still Not Sure? No Pressure.

If you’re stuck between services or just want a second opinion, we’re happy to stop by, walk your property, and offer a personalized recommendation. We’ll explain the “why” behind it too—no jargon, no judgment.