Insights from Mark
22 years of cleaning exteriors across metro Atlanta. The lessons that actually matter.
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.