Now that spring has arrived, you can finally see the mess that winter has left behind. That's why it's the ideal season to schedule pressure washing and patio cleaning. These services remove grime, algae, and debris on your deck that were—until recently—hidden by the snow, and returns your outdoor space to a pristine condition. Below are some steps to take to get ready for springtime pressure washing.

How to Ready Your Deck for Pressure Washing

1. Remove Furniture

To make the life of your cleaning contractor easier, remove all furniture from the deck or patio. Move that sun lounger out onto the lawn and haul the propane grill into the garage for a few days. The fewer obstacles that must be dealt with, the more complete the job will be and the better the results.

2. Take Down Decorations

The same is true of outdoor decorations. For instance, if you have a string of lights or a series of tiki torches for illumination and ambiance, take them down and store them someplace safe for the duration of the services. It will allow the pressure washing contractor to clean areas behind and beneath them more fully, and it prevents your decorations from incurring damage.

3. Indicate Areas to Avoid

Mark any areas you want the contractor to skip. For example, your kids may have left sketches, artwork, or paint handprints on exterior walls—or, you may have taken their yearly height measurements on the deck's support beams. Pressure washing would remove these, so place a sticky note atop any areas you want to preserve. Point them out to the pressure washer before cleaning begins.

To schedule pressure washing for your deck or patio, contact Steve's Pressure Cleaning and Sandblasting, Inc. in Harrison, OH. They have served the Cincinnati Tri-state area since 1997 and have built a reputation for promptness and reliability. They specialize in both commercial and residential pressure washing, as well as patio cleaning, industrial cleaning, and sandblasting. Visit their website to connect with them online; or, call (513) 615-2871 for a free quote.