Darren Darren

Timber retaining walls: How soft washing restores wood safely

Timber retaining walls take a beating in Metro Vancouver’s wet climate. Shade, moisture, and organic debris quickly turn the wood black and slippery, leading home owners to assume the black spots they see are mould and rot, and that they need to replace their wall. The good news is, most of this is surface-level growth, not permanent damage!

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Darren Darren

Why the right pressure washing mix matters for your home and lawn

When most people think “pressure washing,” they picture blasting away grime with sheer force. But the truth is, it’s not about pressure — it’s about precision. The real cleaning power comes from the solution: a carefully balanced mix of water, detergents, and cleaning agents designed to lift dirt, kill algae, and rinse clean without causing damage.

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Darren Darren

Boost your home’s resale value

When you’re getting ready to sell your home, you probably think of staging furniture, painting walls, or baking cookies for open houses. But one of the simplest, most overlooked upgrades doesn’t happen inside at all — it’s outside.

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Darren Darren

Pressure washer nozzles explained: Which one does what?

If you’re a DIY homeowner who likes to tackle exterior cleaning yourself, you’ve probably noticed those little coloured nozzles that come with most pressure washers. They might look like they only differ in colour, but each one is designed for a very specific spray pattern and intensity.

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Darren Darren

The importance of roof cleaning

If you’ve ever noticed dark streaks, moss, or patches of green spreading across rooftops in Metro Vancouver, you’re not alone. Our wet, mild climate is the perfect environment for moss, algae, and lichen to thrive. While it might seem like just a cosmetic issue, leaving your roof untreated can lead to real damage and expensive repairs down the road.

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