Exterior Surfaces to Pressure Wash During Tenant Turnover

Are you a property owner looking to optimize the period between tenant turnovers? Deep cleaning of exterior surfaces is an inexpensive restorative process to have your property look as good as new. 

Exterior surfaces that can be pressure washed to immediately boost the curb appeal of a rental property include; 

• Decks and Patios — These surfaces, whether made of wood, pavers or concrete, can be pressure washed to get rid of grime from algae, mold and mildew build-up. 
• Roofs — A clean and well-maintained roof, free from twigs and debris, gives out an image of high maintenance, and is appealing to the prospective tenant.
• Siding — Acid rain residue on exterior walls in stormy weather can cause unsightly etching and scratching along the siding. 
• Driveways and Sidewalks — To get rid of grease stains, oil spills and chemical build up from road salt and snow melting chemicals. 
• Outdoor pool cage — Can be deep cleaned and pressure washed to remove organic and metallic stains caused by chlorine corrosion. 
• Gutters- Poorly cleaned gutters can discourage prospective clients from renting your property.   
• Large exterior windows and grills — Clean, glistening windows and polished grills free from dust are eye-catching and appealing to people looking to rent the property.
• Concrete and Brick exteriors — Tiny plants like moss and algae hook into walls and spread causing large cracks and are unsightly. Fortunately a pressure wash will easily get rid of them. 

Also note that some of the above exterior surfaces can go a while without being cleaned. However, it's good practice to take on these tasks at least once every year. This will help you keep the workload minimal whenever a tenant moves out and you have to get the place ready for new renters.  

The Takeaway 

Deep cleaning by use of pressure washers is effectively convenient in maintaining the property and restoring the curb appeal. This is key in attracting prospective tenants who will likely endure to keep up the place throughout their stay. In the long run, preventive maintenance goes a long way in reducing costs related to repairs during the tenant turnover period.