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Pricing guide

Cost variation is driven mainly by surface type and the cleaning method required. Hard surfaces are generally quicker to clean, while soft‑wash for timber or aged paint usually needs more labour, masking and consumables. Access (including any need for elevated equipment) and timing, such as after‑hours attendance, can also affect the final quote.

  • Surface material and sensitivity

    Robust surfaces like brick and concrete are typically quicker to clean than timber or aged painted finishes that need gentler methods.

  • Cleaning method required

    Standard high‑pressure cleaning is usually faster, whereas soft‑wash chemical application and specialist biological remediation take more time and care.

  • Masking and hand‑detailing needs

    Timber and aged paint often require extra masking, hand detailing and consumables, increasing labour and materials.

  • Access and elevated equipment

    If work needs hire of booms or cherry pickers for height or awkward access, the scope and cost are typically larger.

  • Timing and after‑hours attendance

    Jobs scheduled outside normal hours or requiring rapid attendance usually attract higher labour rates.

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What moves this estimate

  • Surface material and sensitivity: Robust surfaces like brick and concrete are typically quicker to clean than timber or aged painted finishes that need gentler methods.
  • Cleaning method required: Standard high‑pressure cleaning is usually faster, whereas soft‑wash chemical application and specialist biological remediation take more time and care.
  • Masking and hand‑detailing needs: Timber and aged paint often require extra masking, hand detailing and consumables, increasing labour and materials.
  • Access and elevated equipment: If work needs hire of booms or cherry pickers for height or awkward access, the scope and cost are typically larger.

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Frequently asked questions

Do exterior cleaners need a licence?
Exterior cleaning is typically an unlicensed trade. Local rules can vary, so it's reasonable to check any local council requirements for specific permits or conditions.
What is soft‑wash and why use it?
Soft‑wash is a low‑pressure chemical cleaning method used for timber or aged paint to avoid damage. It usually involves masking and hand‑detailing and therefore typically takes longer than standard pressure washing.
Will elevated access equipment be needed?
Standard quotes usually assume no hire of elevated equipment, and such hire is excluded from basic assumptions. If height or difficult access is involved, providers will generally identify the need for booms or cherry pickers and quote that separately.
How should I prepare before the cleaner arrives?
Providers typically bring detergents, rinse materials and masking tape as part of the job assumptions. You may be asked to remove or secure loose items and close windows or doors nearby to help protect belongings during cleaning.
How accurate is the instant estimate?
Our estimates are built from research across thousands of local jobs and real pricing data. Use them as a guide when speaking to exterior cleaners — your actual quote will depend on your specific job.
How many quotes will I get?
We'll match you with up to 3 exterior cleaners initially. If you'd like more options, you can request additional matches.
Do I pay anything to get quotes?
No — the service is 100% free for homeowners.
Why do you need photos?
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