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You’ll notice the difference before you even pull into the driveway. That green tint on your north-facing siding? Gone. The black streaks running down from your roof? Cleared. The slippery film on your deck that made you nervous every time the kids ran outside? Removed.
This isn’t about making things look “good enough.” It’s about restoring surfaces to how they looked when they were new—or as close as we can get after years of New England weather.
The bigger win is what you don’t see. Mold, mildew, and algae aren’t just ugly—they break down wood, eat into paint, and create health risks for anyone spending time outside. Removing them now means your siding lasts longer, your deck doesn’t need replacing as soon, and your home’s value stays protected.
Most homeowners in Sherborn are dealing with homes built in the 60s and 70s. These properties have character, but they also have decades of organic growth embedded in every porous surface. A regular garden hose won’t touch it. A rental pressure washer might remove some of it—and also strip your paint, splinter your deck boards, or crack your roof tiles in the process.
Soft washing uses low-pressure water combined with eco-friendly cleaning solutions that actually kill mold and mildew at the root. It’s the same method professional exterior cleaners use on historic homes, and it’s what we use on yours.
Clarita’s Cleaning is a family-run business that’s been serving Sherborn and the surrounding area for more than ten years. We’re not a franchise. We’re not a national chain with rotating crews. We’re a local team that shows up, does the work right, and doesn’t leave until it’s done.
Our reputation here is built on being thorough. That’s the word that comes up most in reviews—thorough. We don’t skip corners, literally or figuratively. If there’s mildew hiding under your deck railing or algae growing between your driveway pavers, we’re going to find it and remove it.
We’re also bonded and insured, which matters more than most people think. Pressure washing can cause real damage if it’s done wrong, and not every company operating in Sherborn carries the coverage to fix it. We do, and we’ve never had to use it because we know how to match the right method to the right surface.
First, we come out and give you a free estimate. We’ll walk your property, look at what needs cleaning, and talk through the best approach. Some surfaces need soft washing. Others can handle pressure washing. We’ll explain the difference and why it matters for your specific setup.
Once you’re ready to move forward, we schedule a time that works for you. We bring all our own equipment—professional-grade soft wash systems and pressure washers, eco-friendly cleaning solutions, and everything needed to protect your landscaping and windows during the process.
On the day of service, we start by pre-treating surfaces with a cleaning solution that breaks down mold, mildew, algae, and dirt. This sits for a few minutes while it does the work. Then we rinse everything using the appropriate pressure level for each surface. Vinyl siding gets a gentle rinse. Concrete driveways get more force. Roof shingles get almost none.
We also clean up as we go. That means moving furniture back where it was, rinsing down walkways, and making sure your landscaping isn’t covered in runoff. When we’re done, you’ll see the difference immediately—and it’ll last for years if you maintain it.
The whole process usually takes a few hours depending on the size of your property. You don’t need to be home, but you’re welcome to be. Most clients in Sherborn just let us do our thing and come back to a cleaner house.
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We handle siding, roofs, decks, fences, driveways, patios, walkways, and gutters. Each one gets cleaned using the method that’s safest and most effective for that material.
Siding and roofs get soft washed. That means low pressure and a cleaning solution that kills organic growth without damaging shingles or stripping paint. This is especially important in Sherborn, where many homes have older siding that can’t handle the force of a traditional pressure washer.
Decks and fences get treated based on their condition. If your deck is sealed and in good shape, we’ll use a gentler approach. If it’s weathered and hasn’t been maintained in years, we might recommend a deeper clean before you reseal it. Same goes for fences—we adjust pressure and technique based on the wood type and age.
Driveways and walkways can handle more pressure, so we use it. Concrete, asphalt, and pavers all respond well to high-pressure cleaning, especially when you’re dealing with oil stains, tire marks, or years of dirt buildup. We also offer driveway resurfacing referrals if your surface is beyond cleaning.
Graffiti removal is another service we provide, though it’s less common in Sherborn than in other areas. If you’ve got unwanted paint or markings on brick, concrete, or metal, we can usually remove it without damaging the underlying surface.
Everything we use is eco-friendly and safe for your family. That’s not marketing language—it’s a requirement for us. We’ve been using non-toxic cleaning solutions since we started, and we’re not changing that now.
Power washing uses heated water. Pressure washing uses unheated water. Both use high pressure to remove dirt and grime, but the heat in power washing makes it better for cutting through grease, oil, and stubborn stains on concrete or industrial surfaces.
For most residential jobs in Sherborn, pressure washing is enough. We use it on driveways, walkways, and patios where you need force to remove buildup but don’t necessarily need heat.
That said, we use soft washing more often than either. Soft washing uses low pressure and relies on cleaning solutions to do the heavy lifting. It’s safer for siding, roofs, decks, and any surface that could be damaged by high pressure. It also kills mold and mildew at the source, so it lasts longer than just blasting everything with water.
Traditional pressure washing is not safe for most siding or roofing materials. High pressure can crack vinyl siding, force water behind your exterior walls, strip paint, and break roof shingles. That’s why we use soft washing for those surfaces instead.
Soft washing applies cleaning solution at a pressure that’s barely stronger than a garden hose. The solution does the actual cleaning by breaking down mold, algae, and dirt. Then we rinse it away gently. No damage, no risk of water intrusion, and no voided warranties.
This is especially important in Sherborn, where many homes were built in the 60s and 70s. Older siding and roofing materials are more fragile than newer ones, and they don’t respond well to aggressive cleaning methods. We’ve seen too many DIY jobs and inexperienced crews cause thousands of dollars in damage by using too much pressure. We don’t take that risk.
Most residential jobs take between two and five hours depending on the size of your property and what you’re having cleaned. A single-story home with siding and a driveway might take two hours. A larger property with a deck, fence, walkway, and multiple exterior surfaces could take most of a day.
We don’t rush. Soft washing requires dwell time—the cleaning solution needs to sit on the surface for several minutes to break down mold and mildew. If we rinse too soon, it’s not as effective. If we leave it too long, it can dry and leave streaks. Timing matters, and we’ve done this enough times to know exactly how long each surface needs.
You don’t need to be home while we work. Most clients in Sherborn just give us access to an outdoor spigot and let us handle the rest. We’ll text or call when we’re done so you can take a look and make sure you’re happy with everything before we leave.
Not if it’s done correctly. We pre-rinse all plants and landscaping before we start, apply our cleaning solutions carefully, and rinse everything again when we’re finished. The products we use are biodegradable and safe for plants, but we still take precautions because even eco-friendly solutions can affect delicate flowers or shrubs if they’re left sitting too long.
We also move or cover anything that’s directly in the cleaning zone. Potted plants, outdoor furniture, decorations—we’ll shift them out of the way and put them back when we’re done.
If you have particularly sensitive landscaping or newly planted areas, just let us know during the estimate. We can adjust our approach or add extra protection to make sure nothing gets damaged. We’ve worked around prize-winning gardens and freshly sodded lawns in Sherborn without any issues. It just takes a little extra care.
Most homes in Sherborn benefit from professional cleaning every two to three years. That’s enough to prevent serious mold and mildew buildup without overdoing it.
Some surfaces need attention more often. North-facing siding that never gets direct sunlight tends to grow algae faster. Same with decks that are shaded by trees. If you’re seeing green or black streaks, it’s time to clean—even if it hasn’t been two years yet.
Driveways and walkways can go longer between cleanings unless you’re dealing with oil stains or heavy use. Roofs should be soft washed every three to five years to remove the black streaks caused by algae. Waiting too long means the algae starts breaking down your shingles, which shortens their lifespan and leads to expensive replacements.
The key is not waiting until things look terrible. By the time mold and mildew are visible, they’ve already been growing for months. Regular cleaning prevents that buildup and keeps your home looking maintained instead of neglected.
Yes. We’ll come to your property, assess what needs to be cleaned, and give you a clear price before any work starts. No surprises, no hidden fees, and no pressure to commit on the spot.
During the estimate, we’ll walk through your property with you and explain what we’re seeing. If your siding has mold, we’ll show you. If your deck needs a deeper clean before it can be resealed, we’ll talk through that. If your driveway has stains that might not come out completely, we’ll be honest about it.
We’ll also answer any questions you have about the process, timing, and what to expect. Most estimates take 15 to 20 minutes, and you’ll have a written quote before we leave. If you want to move forward, we’ll get you on the schedule. If you need time to think about it, that’s fine too. We’re not here to pressure anyone—we’re here to clean things.
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