Clean your homes siding with this step-by-step guide.

A clean laundry room, a decluttered closet, asparkling bathroom, a freshly scrubbed, lemon-scented kitchen.

Giving theexteriorof your home a good bath is no exception.

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And timely repairs can make all the difference.

Instead, try soft-washing your siding.

What You’ll Need

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This gentle but effective, no-scrub method works well for all siding types.

Without ladder experience or consulting a professional, this method works best on a single story house.

Always remember to test a small area before beginning any siding project.

This method works for all siding types.

Its also ideal for small spaces like porches or quick touch ups.

Step 2:Agitate each section with your soft-bristle brush, giving it a thorough scrub.

Step 3:Rinse and repeat.

Some homeowners will be completely comfortable cleaning the entirety of their single story home.

Things get trickier with a two-story or elevated home when ladders get involved.