Sponsored: How to Clean Vinyl Siding

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Summer means enjoying your outdoor spaces with morning gardening sessions, afternoon barbecues with friends and family, and casual dinners al fresco. Spending this much time outside is great — and it also creates the opportunity to notice if the exterior of your home looks dull or dingy.

If you have vinyl siding, it’s extremely easy to spiff up the outside of your home! While vinyl siding does not require painting and is one of the most durable building materials on the market, it requires some routine and cleaning due to normal factors, such as:

Cleaning your siding can also extends its life. Routine cleaning will get rid of pollutants before they discolor or damage the siding material. Cleaning also provides an opportunity to take a closer look for issues like small holes or gaps or loose boards, before they get out of hand. This can save you thousands of dollars later.

Additionally, a clean home exterior can enhanced curb appeal, which is of course, particularly important if you’re planning to sell your home.

How to Clean Vinyl Siding

The tools and techniques for cleaning your vinyl siding are easy to find and implement, respectively. Pick a sunny afternoon, put on your favorite music, grab a bottle of cold water to stay hydrated, and soon your home will look as beautiful as it did the first day your siding was installed.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Soft-bristle extension brushSpongeNylon scrub padBucketCleanerLadderGarden hose

Best cleaners to buy:Rust-Oleum Jomax House Cleaner.Scrubbing Bubbles Fantastik All-Purpose Cleaner.Home Armor E-Z House Wash.

Important Note: avoid injury when working with chemicals (cleaners) by reading all the instructions first. Always dispose of chemicals as described by the manufacturer.

How to Clean Vinyl Siding

Safety first! Always have someone with you when using a ladder. Make sure you wear a sun hat. Use gloves when handling chemicals.

How to Power Wash Siding

Power washing your siding can be faster and easier than scrubbing with a brush, although some manufacturers advise against it, and others recommend using a limited amount of pressure, so check their guidelines first. Here are a few tips if you decide to power wash instead:

What Not to Do

How Often Should I Clean My Siding?

To keep the exterior of your home looking its best and to give it many years of trouble-free protection, we recommend cleaning your vinyl siding once a year.

Wishing you a great rest of the summer with plenty of time to enjoy your home, both indoors and out.

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B&B Siding and Roofing is a local and family-owned company that specializes in exterior home renovations including roofing, siding, and windows. In business since 1993, we’ve exceeded the expectations of over 5,000 homeowners, while earning hundreds of 5-star reviews and developing an excellent reputation in the community. We serve many areas of New Jersey including Monmouth County, Middlesex County, Mercer County, and Union County.