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Soft Washing Services

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Low Pressure, Deep Clean Results

Soft washing is the safer way to deep clean many exterior surfaces. Instead of blasting with high pressure, soft washing uses low pressure cleaning paired with the right approach for removing algae, grime, and buildup. The result is a cleaner exterior with less risk of damage to siding, trim, and other delicate finishes.
If you want a fast quote, send your city and a couple photos of the areas you want cleaned.
Why trust our expertise?
Safer for delicate surfaces
Better long-lasting curb appeal
Removes organic growth effectively
What's Included
Siding and trim
Painted surfaces
Areas with algae and green staining
Exterior areas where high pressure isn’t ideal

What’s Included in Our Soft Washing Service

Soft washing is quoted based on the home size, surface type, and how much organic growth or buildup is present. Most soft washing jobs focus on siding and exterior areas where low pressure is the safest method.

What’s commonly included:

  • Low pressure exterior cleaning for appropriate surfaces
  • Targeted treatment for algae and green staining where needed
  • Rinse and finish that leaves siding and trim looking refreshed
  • Focus on key visible elevations (front, entry, garage) unless full exterior is requested

Optional add-ons (quoted as needed):

  • Extra-heavy organic growth treatment areas
  • Additional exterior detail work (trim, corners, accent areas)
  • Bundled exterior services for full curb appeal refresh

If you have a specific concern like green staining, mildew-like buildup, or areas that stay shaded and grow faster, mention it when requesting a quote.

Best Surfaces for Soft Washing

Soft washing is ideal for exterior surfaces that need a deep clean but shouldn’t be hit with high pressure. It’s also a great choice when the goal is to remove organic buildup and keep results looking better longer.

Soft washing is commonly used for:

  • Vinyl siding
  • Painted siding and trim (depending on condition)
  • Exterior walls with algae or green staining
  • Shaded areas that grow buildup quickly
  • Delicate surfaces where high pressure isn’t ideal
  • Exterior accents and trim details

If you’re not sure which method is best, we’ll recommend the safest approach based on your surfaces and goals.

Soft Washing vs Pressure Washing

These services work best when used in the right places. Pressure washing is great for hard surfaces like concrete. Soft washing is often better for siding and delicate exterior areas.

Soft washing is best for:

  • Siding, trim, and exterior walls
  • Areas where organic growth is the main problem
  • Surfaces that should not be blasted with high pressure

Pressure washing is best for:

  • Driveways and walkways
  • Patios and pool decks
  • Concrete and hard surfaces with heavy grime buildup

If you want a complete exterior refresh, many customers combine soft washing for the house with pressure washing for the driveway and patios.

Soft Washing vs House Washing

People often use these terms interchangeably, but in most cases soft washing is the method used to achieve a safe house wash on exterior walls. If you’re looking for a general “clean the whole house exterior” service, our house washing page explains the full scope and options.

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Our Simple Process

We keep it straightforward so you can book and move on with your day.

1

Request a free quote

Tell us what you want cleaned and your property type. Photos help.
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2

Confirm scope and timing

We confirm what’s included, discuss any problem areas, and schedule a time.

3

We clean the exterior safely

We use low pressure methods suited to the surface and leave the exterior looking noticeably cleaner.

What Affects the Price

Soft washing pricing depends on scope and conditions. A few factors influence the quote:
Home size and number of sides being cleaned
Siding type and exterior material
Level of algae, green staining, and organic growth
Access and layout (tight spaces, landscaping, height)
Extra detail work around corners and trim
Bundled services (soft washing plus other exterior work)

For the fastest pricing, include a couple photos with your request.

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Bundle Soft Washing With Other Exterior Services

Soft washing makes the home exterior look cleaner, brighter, and more cared for. Many customers bundle services so the whole property gets refreshed in one visit.

If you want the biggest curb appeal upgrade in one visit, ask for a bundled quote and we’ll recommend the best combination.

Soft Washing FAQs

Is soft washing safe for siding?

Yes. Soft washing is designed to clean effectively using low pressure, which is often safer for siding and delicate surfaces.

Will soft washing remove green algae?

Yes, it’s one of the best options for algae and organic staining, especially on shaded sides of the home.

Do you use high pressure at all?

Not by default for soft washing areas. We use the method that matches the surface and goal.

How long do results last?

It varies by exposure, shade, and weather. Soft washing often provides longer-lasting results on organic growth compared to high-pressure cleaning alone.

Can you soft wash painted surfaces?

Sometimes, depending on the paint condition and surface. Send photos for the best recommendation.

How does soft washing compare to house washing?

Soft washing is often the method used for a safe house wash. Our house washing page explains the full service scope.

Can I bundle soft washing with other services?

Yes. Pressure washing, gutters, and detailing are common add-ons.

How do I get the fastest quote?

Send your city and a couple photos of the areas you want cleaned.

Service Areas

We serve a wide service area with seasonal scheduling depending on demand. To confirm service in your area and find the right local page, visit our locations list.

Serving St Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, and surrounding areas.

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We take pride in repeat customers and long-term relationships. If you’re comparing companies, reviews are usually the best indicator of what the experience will be like.
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Always delighted with Mike and crew...complete attention to detail! On time, courteous, and the only evidence they were here are the sparkling windows!
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I think this is our 5th year in a row using Next Gen and this crew is just incredible. Professional and clean they get the job done and clean up after themselves like they weren’t even there. My windows are so clean I can’t even tell they are there right now. They also cleaned out our gutters/ power washed our siding and did a certified spider spray which is necessary this close to Lake Ontario. Thanks for all the hard work and we will definitely be calling you again next time!
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We hired Next Gen Window Cleaning to clean our siding and outside windows! Excellent work and a great crew! Highly recommend hiring this company!
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The team arrived as scheduled and did an excellent job, including cleaning the screens and doing the garage windows. Very meticulous attention to detail, very professional and friendly. We are very pleased with the results and have already booked our next service.
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We have had this team of polite professional lads clean our windows & screens, inside and out for several years now. They are punctual, neat, well spoken,cheerful, always willing to go the extra mile to ensure a fantastic job and reasonable to boot. Thank you Ben, Mike, Cameron & Andrew. Bob & Wendy Lowe
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I am so pleased with the work that was done. The guys were punctual professional looked into every detail that needed to be done the windows sparkle when they were finished. Highly recommended and definitely use again
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Terry Saltford
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Used Next Gen for second year now. Great service, pricing and staff. A pleasure to look out clean, clear windows again. Will surely use again.
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Sheila Cameron
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Ben, Mike and the rest of the NXT GEN team just did an incredible job cleaning the windows both inside and out, screens(!!!) as well as washing the siding on our 2 storey house. I was blown away by their professionalism and attention to little details like cleaning screen troughs. Great pricing too. After using "Paradisus" for the past few years we now say farewell "P" and hello NXT GEN. Thanks again.
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My gutters which are too high for my confort level on a ladder were blocked. After an attempt at using a power washer attachment with no success I put in a request on Next Gen's website. Andrew replied withing minutes. That was a Thursday about 4pm. He was there for a quote the next morning on his way to another job. That was Friday. I was booked for the following Monday. That's today. It's 1 pm and the job is done! PERFECTLY clean, not a pebble out of place. Top shelf service! Pricing was super reasonable so I also had them clean the entire outer shell of the house, all soffits and aluminum, power wash the driveway, clean all the windows and do some ant and spider pest control. 2 men showed up on time and ready to work, Andrew being one of them (all owner operators - no temp kids who know nothing). I can not give a higher recomendation. Nick & Julie Sebastian
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