Exterior Cleaning in Columbia, SC — Gutters, Soft Wash, and Bundled Maintenance

Columbia’s heat and humidity make exterior cleaning a maintenance necessity, not a luxury. Vinyl siding, brick, stucco, and painted surfaces all accumulate algae, mildew, and pollen that look worse every month. Roofs develop black streaks from Gloeocapsa magma algae that shortens shingle life. We clean every exterior surface using the method matched to its material — soft wash for delicate surfaces, pressure wash for hard surfaces.

Our soft wash process uses a professional detergent blend at low pressure to kill biological growth at the root level. The result lasts 2–3 times longer than high-pressure blasting, which only removes surface growth. We pre-wet all landscaping, apply the solution, let it dwell for 5–10 minutes, then rinse with clean water. North-facing walls get extra attention — they stay damp longer and grow algae fastest. Vinyl, brick, stucco, and painted surfaces all get the appropriate treatment.

The black streaks on your roof are algae feeding on your shingles. Soft wash cleaning removes them safely without loosening granules or voiding your warranty. Results last 2–3 years. Gutter brightening removes the black tiger-stripe staining on gutter faces caused by oxidized aluminum and trapped debris. Both services dramatically improve curb appeal and protect your investment. Columbia’s humidity means roofs and gutters show growth faster than drier climates.

We serve Columbia-area retail, office, restaurant, and multi-family properties. Storefront cleaning includes facade, sidewalk, and entry area washing. Apartment and condo complexes benefit from building exterior and common area cleaning on a quarterly schedule. Restaurant and food-service properties need monthly dumpster pad and grease area cleaning. We work around business hours and can schedule overnight cleaning for high-traffic commercial areas.

House wash (soft wash): $250–$500. Roof cleaning: $300–$600. Gutter brightening (per 100 linear feet): $75–$150. Driveway: $150–$250. Full exterior package: $500–$1,000 with bundle savings. Commercial: priced by scope. We serve all Columbia neighborhoods and provide free assessments. Call (839) 250-1959 or request a quote at midlandsexteriorsolutions.com.