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April Pressure Washing for Spring Cleaning
April Showers Bring May Flowers AND the Time to Pressure Wash Your Home
April is the month for real spring weather and for flowering trees and plants. It’s also a great time to get the house and yard in shape, so you have time for all the great outdoor activities. Whether you like hiking, fishing, camping or just 
relaxing on the porch, now is the time to get the work done.
The professional pressure washing techs at Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD can’t help with weeding the flower beds or planting the vegetable gardens, but they can help in other ways. Their cleaning experts can pressure wash your siding, sidewalks, fences, decks and more. They can also clean the gutters and, using the softwash technique, clean the harmful elements off your roof. Making sure your gutters are clear is especially important with the spring rains soon to follow.
Call us (301-842-2290) in Hagerstown, MD or contact us through our website today to schedule one of our highly-trained techs. And, while you’re deciding what date works best for you, enjoy reading about the first full month of spring.
April Facts
- April is the most popular month for planting and spring cleaning.
- In the Southern Hemisphere, April is the same as October in the Northern Hemisphere.
- The diamond of April — the birthstone — symbolizes innocence.
- The Boston Marathon race is held every April.This year it is Monday, April 15th.
- April 15th is also the deadline for filing taxes in the United States.
- In Ancient Rome, the month of April was sacred to the goddess Venus.
- The Japanese fiscal year for most businesses starts on April 1st (no fooling!).
- In England there are many cuckoo festivals. The arrival of the cuckoo bird in April is a signal that spring has arrived.
- April is the first full month of the professional baseball season in the U.S.
- In the initial Roman calendar, April was the second month of the year. January and February were added in 700 BC. It is thought that the name April comes from the Latin word “to open,” describing the trees opening in spring.
- The April flowers are the Daisy and the Sweet Pea.
- April has several special days and week-long and month-long celebrations. These include: April Fools’ Day; Autism Awareness Day; Easter; Earth Day; Arbor Day; National Poetry Month; American Heritage Month; Teacher
Appreciation Week; Jazz Appreciation Month; Alcohol Awareness Month; Cancer Control Month.
April Birthdays
- CAROL BURNETT: APRIL 26, 1933
- WASHINGTON IRVING: APRIL 3, 1783
- MAYA ANGELOU: APRIL 4, 1928
- WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: APRIL 23, 1564
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON: APRIL 5, 1856- BILLIE HOLIDAY: APRIL 7, 1915
- CHARLIE CHAPLIN: APRIL 16, 1889
- THOMAS JEFFERSON: APRIL 13, 1743
- MELANIE TRUMP: APRIL 26, 1970
- LEONARDO Da VINCI: APRIL 15, 1452
- ELLA FITZGERALD: APRIL 25, 1917
- To read more April birthdays, click here.
Contact Us
If you would like to schedule an April pressure washing appointment, contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD. To contact us about a free pressure washing estimate, call 301-842-2290 or just click here.
Our techs are also experts at cleaning commercial properties. Click on this link to learn more about this service.
Our techs are the exterior cleaning experts in Hagerstown and the surrounding Tri-state area of West Virginia (Martinsburg) and Pennsylvania (Waynesboro & Greencastle). Our pressure washing pros use the softwash cleaning method on surfaces that could be damaged using high-pressure cleaning techniques.
Reviews from Satisfied Customers
Pressure washing reviews from our satisfied customers tells the story of our business.
Many people think that as long as you are receiving a fair wage for your service, that is enough. When it comes to paying the bills, that is technically true. However, when you care about the customer AND exceeding their pressure washing expectations, there is another level we reach for as service professionals at Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD.
We are grateful that the customers listed below trusted us to do good work and then let us know we achieved our goal. Our technicians hope for the chance to serve you — the potential customer — and that you will feel the same way. We also hope you feel compelled to go to our Facebook page and leave a nice comment. You can find additional reviews by clicking here.
Testimonials
“Amazing customer service. Hired Complete and crew for my relatives house wash and the results were amazing. Communication and customer service is key and they went above and beyond. Will definitely use them again.” – Joe D.
“Tim is awesome…great customer service. I will definitely seek out his services again.” – Jim C.
Our Cleaning Services
Complete Power Wash technicians are trained in the best pressure washing and cleaning techniques. One of those is the art of softwash, or using low water pressure with gentle detergents. This is important when the surface could be damaged, because strong water pressure and the wrong nozzle are the wrong combination. This is often the problem with residential equipment and inexperienced operators.
Our techs clean siding, roofs, wood decks, concrete surfaces (sidewalks & driveways), brick patios, fences and more. We are even skilled at removing graffiti and cleaning commercial/industrial buildings, including church steeples.
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If you would like to experience the kind of pressure washing service that these customers enjoyed, contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD. To contact us about a free pressure washing estimate, call 301-842-2290 or to contact us online, just click here.
Our techs are the exterior cleaning experts in Hagerstown and the surrounding Tri-state area of West Virginia (Martinsburg) and Pennsylvania (Waynesboro & Greencastle). Our pressure washing pros do exterior cleaning of homes and businesses throughout the region.
Pressure Wash in Spring
March Means Goodbye Winter and Hello Spring, AND a Great Time to Pressure Wash Your Home
So, how is your house looking after this long winter? Are the gutters full of last fall leaves? Does the siding on the shady side of the house make you think of St. Patrick’s Day? Can you tell the difference between the black streaks and the pattern in your shingles? Are your windows covered in so much filth that the sun hardly lights up the room?
If you answered “yes” to any of the questions above, its time to call Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown. The reason to call now is two-fold. You can schedule our cleaning experts on your time frame and not whatever appointments are left. AND, by cleaning it now, your home will be beautiful in time for the green grass and colorful blooms to add the finishing touches.
When it comes to pressure washing and other cleaning services, we are the Hagerstown-area experts. Our services include house washing; gutter, concrete, deck and fence cleaning; and for churches, we even do steeple washing. We also pressure wash commercial buildings throughout the Tri-state region of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Now we know the cold isn’t completely gone. We know this because you are inside reading this blog right now instead of playing outside. So while you are considering a March date for your pressure washing appointment, enjoy these great facts about the month.
Great Things About March
If you’re a sports fan, the words “March” and “Madness” go together like peanut butter and jelly. But, if you aren’t a college basketball fan, then consider these great things from the Old Farmer’s Almanac about the third month of the calendar year.
Special March Dates
- March 5: Mardi Gras (“Fat Tuesday”) or Shrove Tuesday. Read more about this holiday.
- March 8: International Women’s Day. Click here to learn more about this celebration.
- March 10: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2:00 A.M. Don’t forget to “spring forward” and set your clocks ahead one hour!
- March 15: The Ides of March. Beware the Ides of March!
- March 17: St. Patrick’s Day. Read more about about the traditional Irish holiday known as St. Patrick’s Day.
- March 20: The vernal equinox, marking the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, occurs on Wednesday, March 20, at 5:58 P.M. EDT. On this day, the Sun rises due east and sets due west. In the Southern Hemisphere, this date marks the autumnal equinox. Read more about the First Day of Spring!
- March 22: World Water Day brings attention to the need for safe drinking water for nearly one-third of the earth’s population. Click here to help solve this issue.
Getting Outdoors in March
- Planning a vegetable garden? Try the Almanac Garden Planner for free!
- Wondering when to plant what? Check out our free location-based Planting Calender to see when to start seeds and transplant in your area.
- Just getting started with gardening? Check out this Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Guide, as well as this numerous veggie, fruit, flower, and herb Growing Guides.
- Do you have birdhouses? Do a spring cleaning before tenants arrive for the season. Learn how to attract birds to your garden!
- Spring means fishing! See when the Best Days to Fish this year are for better results.
Contact Us
If you would like to schedule a spring pressure washing of your home, contact us by clicking here. If you prefer to talk to us, call our Hagerstown, MD office at 301-842-2290. Our techs work throughout the greater Hagerstown area, including Boonsboro, Clear Spring, Myersville, Maugansville, Keedysville and Frederick County, MD.
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See Us at The Home Show March 9th & 10th
Come Out and Learn How Pressure Washing Can Return Your Home to its Former Glory
The Complete Power Wash staff and techs are looking forward to meeting you next weekend at Hagerstown Community College. The community college’s ARCC building is the site of the 2019 Washington County Home Builder’s Association Home Show.
Company owner Tim Fields will be on hand to answer questions and educate the attendees on the importance of hiring qualified techs to clean your property. He’ll also explain why the softwash technique — which CPW techs use — is so important to use on so many surfaces.
The Home Show takes place Saturday, March 9th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday the 10th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is just $2 for adults and free for children 12 and younger.
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To learn more about Complete Power Wash’s schedule for spring pressure washing appointments, contact us here or call our Hagerstown office at 301.842.2290. Read our online reviews here.
Tax Return Can Pay for Pressure Washing
With many tax returns on their way back to taxpayers, it’s time to inspect your home’s outer shell for its pressure washing needs.
With Turbo Tax, mall kiosks and electronic filing, tax returns are getting done faster and faster these days. Chances are that you already have your cash in hand, because of the rapid refund programs available today. That’s why we suggest you inspect your home’s exterior and consider its pressure washing needs at this moment.
Now is the time to be thinking about a wise way to invest that “new-found” money in your biggest investment. Some will see it as a windfall for a shopping spree. And some will see it as a chance to invest in their home’s much-needed upkeep and overall beauty.
What’s the Harm?
Do you see harmful elements growing on the surfaces around your home? Is your siding or brick exterior a different color than when you moved in years ago?
If the answers are “yes,” your house is actually aging faster due to the build up of grime, mildew and algae. If the answers are “yes,” then you should seriously consider a professional pressure washing by the cleaning experts at Complete Power Wash.
CPW’s techs use of the softwash technique — low water pressure and gentle detergents — is best for the cleaning of concrete, siding, roofing materials, gutters, fences, decks and more.
A thorough cleaning will not only make all the surfaces shine like new, but will also remove the microbes that can cause airborne health issues for your family. Buildup on outdoor living spaces and water that invades outer walls are the biggest personal health hazards.
Clean gutters will ensure that rain water flows away from your home, not down the walls and into it. It takes very little moisture for mold and mildew to take hold and then cause thousands of dollars in damage and possibly triggering asthma attacks.
If you would like to spend your tax return on a professional pressure washing of your home, contact the Complete Power Wash office in Clear Spring, MD. Our techs are the exterior cleaning experts in the greater Hagerstown, MD area and the surrounding Tri-state communities in West Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Contact Us
To contact us about a free pressure washing estimate, call 301-842-2290 or contact us online, just click here.
Our techs – using the softwash technique – work throughout the greater Hagerstown, MD area, including Boonsboro, Clear Spring, Myersville, Maugansville, Keedysville and Frederick County, MD. Click here to read our Facebook Reviews.
February is Here, But Spring is Coming
February is upon us, but spring will be here soon and so will the outdoor gatherings.
February means ground hog shadows, Valentine’s Day and continued cold weather. But February also means that we are one month closer to spring’s warmer temperatures and outdoor gatherings with family and friends. Is your home ready to shine when they come by with the potato salad and desserts?
If not, now is the time to inspect your siding, sidewalks, decks and roof for signs of algae and grime, since those elements take away a home’s beauty. The techs at Complete Power Wash are ready to come out and help…as soon as the weather says, “GO!“
And while you’re considering that call or email to schedule your pressure washing appointment, read this interesting trivia about the second month of the year. Fact: February was not always the second month of the year.
February Facts
- February was originally the last month of the calendar year. It was eventually moved in 450 B.C. to its place as the second month. This was done so the calendar would reflect a standard lunar year.
- February is packed with holidays and history. February 2nd is Groundhog Day; the 12th is Abraham Lincoln‘s birthday; the 14th is St. Valentine’s Day; the 15th is Chinese New Year and Susan B. Anthony‘s birthday; the 18th is President’s Day.
and the 22nd is George Washington’s birthday. - The month of February is the only month that can pass without a full moon, in common years. The last time we witnessed such a scenario was last year (2018).
- In common years, February starts on the same day of the week as March and November, and on leap years, it starts with the same day of the week as August.
- February is American Heart Month; Black History Month; Bird-Feeding Month; and Dental Health Month.
- Amethyst is the birthstone for those born in the month.
- The Violet and the Primrose are the flowers for February.
- February is named for the Latin word februum, which means purification.
And, the second month of the year is a day longer every four years. Do you know why? The answer is: A common year has 365 days and a leap year 366 days, with the extra day designated as February 29th. A leap year occurs every four years to help synchronize the calendar year with the solar year, or the length of time it takes the earth to complete its orbit around the sun, which is about 365¼ days.
Contact Us
If you would like us to help you with your resolution to pressure wash your home in 2019, contact us by clicking here. If you prefer to talk to us, call our Hagerstown office at 301-842-2290. Our techs – using the softwash technique – work throughout the greater Hagerstown, MD area, including Boonsboro, Clear Spring, Myersville, Maugansville, Keedysville and Frederick County, MD.
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Pressure Washing Definitions
Pressure washing definitions are good to know when interviewing prospective companies to hire. See the list we have provided below.
In addition to being equipped to ask questions about “the softwash technique” and “artillery fungus,” make sure companies are insured before hiring their techs. After all, accidents can happen. We at Complete Power Wash believe an informed pressure washing customer is one who will likely be happy after a competent tech is finished. And ultimately, you want to be happy with a clean home, with little to no mess left from the job.
Technical Terms
Pressure washer or power washer – A high-pressure mechanical sprayer used to remove loose paint, algae, grime, dust, mud, and dirt from surfaces like buildings, gutters, fences and concrete surfaces.
Adjustable Pressure Regulator – The part of the pressure washer that varies the pressure of the high-pressure spray, sometimes using interchangeable tips.
Adjustable Spray Nozzle – The pressure washer part that allows the tech to adjust the spray angle by turning the tip or using interchangeable tips (0º to 45º degrees disperse).
PSI (Pounds per square inch) – PSI refers to how much pressure applied to the surface being cleaned. Smaller electric models can start at 1,000 PSI, while larger models – often gas-powered – can reach 3,500 PSI or more.
Softwash – The technique of using gentle water pressure and detergents to loosen and wash away harmful elements from surfaces.
Commercial Pressure Washing – Expert technicians using professional-grade equipment to clean elements from dirty surfaces.
Residential Pressure Washer – a small, gas-powered or electric machine that pressurizes water from a hose bib to blast away dirt and grime. This device can cause damage to many surfaces, since it has so much concentrated power.
Harmful Elements
Algae – Plant group of chlorophyll-containing, mainly aquatic eukaryotic organisms ranging from microscopic single-celled forms to multi-cellular forms. These plants are distinguished by the absence of true-roots, stems, and leaves.
Mildew – Mildew is a type of mold that tends to grow on flat surfaces. While it mostly causes cosmetic damage to homes, it can hurt plants growing close to an affected wall. Black mold in porous materials can be a major health hazard.
Artillery Fungus – The black spores that are often found growing on vinyl or wood siding near mulch. This fungus is not harmful, but can quickly multiply and cause cosmetic damage to exterior walls. After pressure washing, it is recommended to replace the mulch with stones.
Grime – Grime is a collection of dirt and other filthy matter that adheres to a structure. A buildup of grime can cause cosmetic and structural damage to some building materials.
Detergent – Detergent is an environmentally-friendly cleaner that tends to be gentle on most surfaces cleaned by pressure washing. Professional pressure washers use detergents as part of the softwash cleaning technique, because of gentle it is on building materials.
Contact Us
If you would like us to help you with your resolution to pressure wash your home in 2019, contact us by clicking here. If you prefer to talk to us, call our Hagerstown office at 301-842-2290. Our techs work throughout the great Hagerstown area, including Boonsboro, Clear Spring, Myersville, Maugansville, Keedysville and Frederick County, MD.
Click here to read our Facebook Reviews.
New Year’s Resolution: Pressure Wash in 2019!
What are your New Year’s Resolutions for 2019? We hope it includes hiring a quality pressure washing company like Complete Power Wash to power wash your home and property into like-new condition.
So, what changes are you planning to make this year? Do you plan to lose weight; go back to school; get a new job; etc…? These are all great resolutions, but we would like you to consider some others that we can help you keep.
Resolve To…
This year, resolve to hire our techs to pressure wash the grime and harmful elements from your roof. These dark patches are not only unsightly, but are doing damage to the life of your roofing materials. This will mean a shorter life span for shingles and rubber roofs. This translates into spending thousands of dollars on a new roof sooner than you would need to because of lack of care.
This year, resolve to have your home pressure washed. Whether your home is made of brick, stucco, vinyl, etc…, the harmful elements that attack your roof, can attack the exterior walls and foundation. These cleanings should include cleaning the gutters, inside and out. In fact, most of this buildup is due to clogged gutters, because a clogged gutter is an overflowing gutter.
And, because water that runs down walls finds its way inside of your home, it will lead to air quality issues and health risks for you and your family.
This year, resolve to have your yard pressure washed. Well, not the grass, but the sidewalks, decks, fences and anything else that can be cleaned with our softwash technique. Our techs will use gentle detergents and gentle water pressure to thoroughly clean what needs to be cleaned. This can include the removal of graffiti, because this is no easy task for a homeowner. Our techs will do it the right way, WITHOUT damaging the surface.
Our pressure washing experts are also trained to power wash commercial buildings. These properties present unique challenges. To read more and see images of our commercial pressure washing work, click here.
And remember, if you are thinking of selling your home this spring, curb appeal is the first impression in the buying and selling process. Potential buyers may not make a final decision to purchase based on their first impression, but if they like what they see, the agent does not have to get them past that hurdle.
Contact Us
If you would like us to help you with your resolution to pressure wash your home in 2019, contact us by clicking here. If you prefer to talk to us, call our Hagerstown office at 301-842-2290. Our techs work throughout the great Hagerstown area, including Boonsboro, Clear Spring, Myersville, Maugansville, Keedysville and Frederick County, MD.
Happy Holidays!
Everyone at Complete Power Wash wishes you and your family a happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year!
This is a great time of year for us at Complete Power Wash and we hope the same for you. We hope you get to find time to spend with friends and family. We also hope you find time to slow down, relax and spend some time thinking about the highlights of the year. Thank you to all of our customers, who were the highlights of our year. We look forward to serving you again in the new year. We hope and pray the new year is a great one for all of us.
To schedule our techs for a pressure washing appointment in the Tri-state area of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, call our Hagerstown, MD office at 301-842-2290.
And while you’re waiting for ol’ St. Nick and the New Year to arrive, enjoy some interesting holiday trivia.
Christmas Trivia
5) Who created the first electric light Christmas display?
New Years Trivia
3) When did the famous ball become part of the celebration?
Softwash is the Best Wash
The softwash technique is the best wash when it comes to nearly every surface around the home or commercial building.
Most people think the best way to clean through pressure washing is to use high-powered water pressure and blast away the dirt and grime. While this can work, it will often blast away part of the surface too. This can be costly, because replacing building materials is never cheap. And if you can’t afford to replace the materials, homeowners are forced to see the damage everyday; a reminder of the mistake of NOT using softwash.
Softwash is the technique of using “just the right water pressure,” combined with gentle, environmentally-friendly detergents. These detergents are used to weaken the grip of dirt, mold, mildew and other natural elements. Once the detergent takes affect, the technician can gently wash away the grime. This also mitigates the mess that some power washing companies leave behind.
Pressure Washing Problems
The most-costly damage done by inexperienced technicians is done to shingles and other roofing materials. This damage can be during the job and even later, because damaged shingles can shorten the life of a roof, which can allow rain, sleet and snow to seep in and damage the wood sheathing. Moisture in an attic can lead even bigger problems. The integrity of the roof — except for a home’s foundation — is the most important part of the exterior structure.
Other common mistakes in the pressure-washing world include the scarring of wood (see photo) and concrete. Commercial pressure washing and personal use machines have enough concentrated power to blast into decks and driveways. Once lines are carved into such materials, a professional will likely have to fix the damage.
And imagine what happens when that kind of water pressure is used on vinyl siding. Often the damage is not just seen on the outside, but felt under the covering. As the water pushes on the flexible material, it can find its way in the gaps and seams of the siding. Then the water is trapped between the siding and home’s outer wall. This can be a perfect scenario for mold and mildew to take hold, which can cause lots of costly problems, including poor interior air quality. This can trigger asthma and other respiratory problems.
Our technicians are trained to pressure wash your home the right way. When they finish a job, everything looks better and the environment left healthy. And, our techs leave the grounds clean and tidy. To schedule a FREE estimate, just click here.
Contact Us
If you would like to schedule us to clean your home before the final holiday guests of 2018 arrive, contact us by clicking here. If you prefer to talk to us, call our Hagerstown office at 301-842-2290.
We look forward to helping you make the holidays a great time for your family. If you need help decorating contact our sister company Christmas Lights Hagerstown.
Complete Power Wash is a professional pressure washing company in Hagerstown, MD. The CPW techs clean the exteriors of homes, businesses and churches in Western Maryland’s Tri-state area. That area includes parts of West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Frederick County, MD. The techs use the softwash cleaning method, the safest pressure washing technique.