Insights from Mark
22 years of cleaning exteriors across metro Atlanta. The lessons that actually matter.
Gutter cleaning guide for metro Atlanta homes: how often, why it matters, and what it costs
Why metro Atlanta gutters clog faster than most, what a single neglected season does to your fascia and foundation, how often to clean them, and what a professional cleaning costs.
Driveway and concrete cleaning in metro Atlanta: oil, rust, and red-clay stains
Why your driveway looks dirty again a week after you hose it. The three stains that beat a garden hose - oil, rust, and Georgia red-clay - how the pros actually remove them, what it costs, and when to seal.
How much does pressure washing cost in metro Atlanta? (2026 guide)
Real 2026 price ranges for pressure washing, soft washing, roof cleaning, gutters, and windows around Atlanta, what drives the number up or down, and how to read a quote so you never overpay or get burned by a cheap one.
How often should you soft wash your Marietta home?
The honest cadence for every Marietta exterior surface — siding, roof, driveway, deck, gutters — calibrated to East Cobb canopy, Atlanta pollen, and our specific humidity. After 22 years of running this route, here's what we actually see.
When should I have my roof soft-washed in Atlanta?
Every 3 to 5 years, spring or fall, before the black streaks get severe. The Atlanta-specific timeline by neighborhood and roof orientation — and how to read the signs your roof is overdue.
Black streaks on your roof, explained
The black streaks aren't dirt — they're a living algae called gloeocapsa magma, and it's eating the limestone in your shingle granules right now. Here's the science, and what to do about it.
Pressure Wash vs Soft Wash: Which Method Your Home Actually Needs
The single biggest source of home exterior damage isn't dirt — it's the wrong cleaning method on the wrong surface. Here's how to know which is which, and why it matters for your warranty.
ARMA-Approved Roof Cleaning Explained: Why It Matters for Your Shingle Warranty
If a roof cleaner doesn't mention ARMA, the work they do may void your shingle manufacturer's warranty. Here's what ARMA-approved means and why every Atlanta homeowner should ask before scheduling.
The Metro Atlanta Exterior Maintenance Cycle: How Often to Clean Every Part of Your Home
The honest cleaning frequency for soft wash, roof soft wash, gutters, driveway pressure washing, and windows — based on 22 years of Atlanta climate, pollen, and tree-coverage data.