Spring vs. Fall Exterior Washing: Timing Your Home’s Best Clean

Wondering when the best time is to schedule your house wash? You're not alone. At TLC: Making It Easy, we often get asked whether spring or fall is better for exterior cleaning. The answer depends on your goals—and what your home has been through lately.

Let’s compare both seasons so you can make the smartest call:

🌷 Spring Washing: Fresh Start After a Harsh Winter

Best for:

• Removing salt residue from driveways and siding

• Cleaning away winter mold and algae buildup

• Prepping surfaces for sealing or painting

Why It Works:
Midwest winters are tough on surfaces. Salt, grime, and freeze-thaw cycles take a toll. A spring wash gets rid of all that gunk and preps your surfaces for summer fun—or sealing work.

🍂 Fall Washing: Prepping for the Cold

Best for:

• Clearing away summer growth (algae, mildew, moss)

• Preventing debris buildup in gutters and siding

• Getting clean before everything freezes

Why It Works:
Before temperatures drop, it’s smart to get rid of organic growth. Algae and mildew hold moisture, which can freeze and expand—leading to damage. Fall is also ideal for roof and gutter cleaning to prevent ice dams.

🧼 Our Take:

You can’t go wrong either way. If your surfaces are dirty now, don’t wait. But if you’re planning in advance:

• Spring is ideal for sealing concrete and decks.

• Fall is perfect for gutter clearing and mildew prevention.

Need help deciding?
We can evaluate your surfaces and give you our honest recommendation. Just [Request a Quote]—we’ll make it easy.