Melbourne's beautiful neighborhoods and lively atmosphere are truly inspiring. However, the ever-changing seasons can challenge the appearance of our homes. Each season brings its own set of challenges, from crazy heatwaves, fallen leaves, dust storms and impromptu rain showers! Keeping your home looking pristine is highly desirable and essential, and we have compiled effective seasonal exterior cleaning tips just for Melbourne's unique climate.
Spring Cleaning: Refresh and Revitalize
When spring arrives, it’s time to rejuvenate your home’s exterior. Start by removing debris from gutters and downspouts to prevent significant water damage during Melbourne’s rainy spells, which can bring over 100 mm of rainfall in September alone.
Pressure Cleaning Footpaths, Pavers, steps and Driveways. Full house washdown.
One of the best ways to enhance your home's curb appeal is through pressure cleaning. In spring, pollen and dust accumulate on driveways and pavers, leading to a dull appearance. Moss, mold and lidew build up can make the unsightly black and green stain-like appearance and make it dangerously slippery. Lets get
rid of it all with a deep softwash clean.
A professional pressure cleaning can eliminate these stubborn stains and allergens, making your outdoor areas look brand new. On average, pressure cleaning can remove up to 90% of dirt and stains (sometimes even more), transforming your space in minimal time, safely, stress free and perfectly. And we can even re-seal these surfaces for you so they are more water resistant and stay looking better for longer.
Inspecting Outdoor Furniture
Don't overlook your outdoor furniture as the weather warms up! Give your chairs and tables a good wash. Use warm, soapy water or a pressure cleaner for tougher stains. For wooden furniture, treat it with a protective sealant after cleaning to prevent damage from rain and sun, extending its lifespan by several years.
Summer Shine: Make It Sparkle
With the bright Australian sun shining, summer is the ideal time to address surfaces that get dirty quickly.
Full exterior house wash
Summer is a fantastic time to consider a full exterior house wash. This truly is our most popular service by far. Time and time again I hear my clients say how remarkable the outcome is, how much more simple it was than they thought and how impressed they are with how stress free and efective it is! Its hard to understamd how good this is, and how easy we can do it for you, until iit'sdone. We literally wash your whole house down. Our skilled crew are alwaysmaking sure nothing leaks, nothing gets damaged, no water comes in anywhere and that we GENTLY eliminate all dirt, dust, grime, mildew, lichen and anything else from your house walls. Some houses even look like they've been repainted...!
Regular Gutter Maintenance
During the summer months, inspect your gutters regularly. After windy days, check for leaves and debris; clogged gutters can lead to overflow and significant roof damage, or even be as fire hazard in some areas, potentially costing homeowners thousands in repairs. Its actually a great time of year to clean them out as the debris is often nice and dry and removes a bit more easily.
Clean Your Windows and Screens
With sunlight flooding in, dirty windows can significantly detract from your home’s charm. Commit to cleaning your windows regularly, inside and out, at leasettwice a year, but 4 times for the total lux feel. Don’t forget to tackle the screens, as dust and grime can build up quickly.
Consider hiring a professional window cleaning service for high windows to ensure your views remain unobstructed and sparkling, making your home feel brighter and more inviting.
Autumn Adjustments: Leaf Cleanup
Autumn in Melbourne offers stunning trees, but the falling leaves can create a messy yard.
Leaf Removal
Make it a habit to rake your yard regularly and clear leaves from gutters to avoid water pooling, which can attract unwanted pests. It's particularly important since stagnant water can lead to mold, which can thrive in areas with high humidity levels, especially during Melbourne’s wet autumn months.
Pressure Clean Outdoor Surfaces
After clearing leaves, schedule a round of pressure cleaning. This process effectively removes dirt accumulated over winter, ensuring a clean and safe outdoor environment. For instance, you could see a dramatic improvement in the look of your paths and patios that can last for several months. this also keeps away all the decomposing matter that mold, lichen and mildew feeds on that makes footpaths slippery and unsightly.
Winter Wisdom: Protect and Preserve
Melbourne winters can be chilly, often leading to more moisture on outdoor surfaces. And mist peiople shy away from exyertior maintenance, but what better time of the year to make you feel good again! Winter is also
Morning frost and dew Safety
While snow is rare as anything in Melbourne, morning frost can make pathways slippery. Build up of moss, dirt and lichen can lead to unsightly and unsafe surfaces, causing you a potential slip on your way out the door to work. And who wants that! Regularly clear walkways and driveways to avoid slipping hazards. Safety is paramount, particularly if you have children or elderly visitors.
Maintain Your Deck
Inspect your wooden decking for signs of wear and tear. Cleaning and applying a weatherproof sealant can effectively protect against rain and humidity, increasing your deck's life by five to seven years, depending on the quality of the sealant used.
Year-Round Care Tips
Assess and Repair: Continually check for cracks in paths and driveways. These can lead to safety risks and areas where water may pool or tripping hazards can develop. We make it a habit of looking out for these types of things and reporting to you with any advice we can offer.
Schedule Routine Pressure Cleaning: Consider planning seasonal cleanings to maintain your home’s exterior and prolong the life of your surfaces. Regualr cleaning means contaminants wont build up and dont have a chance to start to break down the surface integrity of your home, causing unsightly marks and needing more costly attention.
Final Thoughts on Keeping Your Home Pristine
Regular exterior cleaning and upkeep are vital for maintaining the beauty and value of your Melbourne home. A well-kept exterior does more than enhance aesthetics; it shields your home from the elements, degrading contaminants like dirt, mold and lichen and pests. Whether it's refreshing your space in Spring, setting it up for the Summer outdoor living or preparing for Winter chill, these cleaning strategies will keep your home looking its best.
By implementing these practical seasonal tips, your Melbourne home will shine through every season, presenting a welcoming and well-maintained appearance. Engage Leighs Window & Pressure Cleaning services to setup and streamline this process and enjoy a home that reflects the beauty of its surroundings all year round!
All the best and I hope you found this helpful.
Leigh & the A-Team at LWC!
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