A homeowner in Carrollwood called us last spring because the front of her brick house had turned dark and green on the shady side. She thought the brick was stained for good. It was not. That dark film is algae and mildew, and in Tampa it grows fast on brick. We get about 46 inches of rain a year, and the rainy season from June through September keeps walls damp. Brick is porous, so it holds that moisture and feeds the growth. At Pink Flamingo Power Wash, owned by Cliff, we do brick cleaning all over Tampa so your home looks cared for again.
Brick cleaning is not the same as blasting a driveway. Brick has soft mortar joints between each block. Too much pressure can chip the brick face and blow the mortar right out. That is why we soft wash brick instead. Soft washing uses low pressure and a safe cleaner that kills algae, mold, and mildew down to the root. The grime rinses away and the brick stays whole. Done right, brick cleaning makes your home look years younger without any damage.
Home Pressure Washing
Your home is more than brick. Most Tampa houses have a mix of brick, stucco, vinyl, and trim. We wash all of it. We clean the brick with a gentle soft wash, then we move to the stucco and vinyl with the right touch for each one. Black streaks, green patches, cobwebs, and dirt all come off. The biggest cause of that gunk here is Gloeocapsa magma, a tough algae that loves our warm, wet air. We treat it at the source so it does not come right back.
Soft Wash Roof Cleaning
The same algae that darkens your brick also lives on your roof. Those black streaks on shingles are not dirt, they are algae eating away at the granules. We soft wash shingle and tile roofs so the streaks lift without harming the surface. High pressure can crack tiles and strip shingles, so soft washing is the safe way. Cleaning the roof at the same time as your brick keeps the whole house looking even.
Concrete Pressure Washing
Brick walls sit above sidewalks, driveways, and walkways that get dirty too. Concrete grows the same algae and soaks up oil and rust. We pressure wash concrete so the ground matches your clean brick. A lot of folks book their driveway and walkways along with brick cleaning so the whole front of the house looks finished in one visit.
Rust Stain Removal
Sprinkler water and metal furniture can leave orange rust stains on brick and concrete. Plain washing will not lift rust. We use a treatment made for rust so those marks come off without hurting the brick. If your brick has stains you thought were stuck for good, ask us about rust removal when we set up your wash.
Gutter Cleaning
Clogged gutters spill water down your brick walls, and that constant wet spot grows even more algae. We clean out leaves, pine needles, and debris from live oaks so water flows the right way. Clean gutters protect your brick and your foundation. We can brighten the outside face of the gutters too while we are up there.
Residential Pressure Washing
Brick is just one part of what we do. We handle residential pressure washing for the whole property, from the roof to the driveway to the fence. Homeowners in Northdale, Lake Magdalene, Greater Northdale, Westchase, Citrus Park, and Lutz call us when they want their home to look its best. We know these neighborhoods, we know the live oaks and Spanish moss that drop debris, and we know how Tampa weather treats brick and other surfaces.
Why Tampa Homeowners Trust Pink Flamingo Power Wash
Cliff built Pink Flamingo Power Wash on careful work. We do not use one setting for every surface. Brick gets a soft wash, concrete gets more force, and roofs get the gentle treatment they need. That care is what keeps your home safe while it gets clean. When you want brick cleaning in Tampa from a team that knows brick, we are ready to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can pressure washing damage my brick?
Yes, if it is done wrong. High pressure can chip brick and knock out the mortar between the blocks. We soft wash brick with low pressure and a safe cleaner, so it gets clean without damage.
How often should I clean my brick?
In Tampa, every one to two years works for most homes. If your brick sits in heavy shade or under live oaks, you may need it sooner. Shade and damp let algae grow faster.
Will the green and black stains come back?
Our soft wash kills the algae at the root, not just the surface. That keeps your brick clean much longer than a plain rinse. Yearly cleaning keeps it from building up again.
Get a Free Quote Today
Ready to bring your brick back to life? Call Pink Flamingo Power Wash today at (813) 458-0864 for a free quote. We do brick cleaning, soft wash roof cleaning, and full home exteriors. We proudly serve Carrollwood, Northdale, Lake Magdalene, Greater Northdale, Westchase, Citrus Park, and Lutz.