We were called by a homeowner in Carrollwood last summer. She had a dull green sidewalk leading up to her home and her guests were slipping near the mailbox. The black streaks and very slick spots were caused by a type of algae that thrives in the hot Tampa weather and plenty of rain. We were able to power wash the entire sidewalk in about an hour and in that time the concrete went from green to clean. Good sidewalk pressure washing in Tampa clears away all of the grime and kills the algae to give you a surface that you can be proud to walk on.
We at Pink Flamingo Power Wash clean sidewalks in Tampa every week. Cliff founded this company to service his local community with honest work and fair pricing. Knowing Tampa concrete is important to us because we are local too. Our city of Tampa receives almost 46 inches of rain per year and experiences a rainy season from June to September. It is under live oaks and Spanish moss-covered damp concrete that Gloeocapsa magma, a green and black algae, loves to grow. More than just being unsightly, this algae eats away at the surface of the concrete and can make a walkway slippery and cause accidents.
Sidewalk Pressure Washing
This is the most common job we carry out. Because the front of your house is the first thing that visitors see, we take particular care to make sure that your front walk is cleaned to the highest standard. We match the water pressure from our powerful cleaning wands to the surface of your sidewalks and use a gentle cleaning solution, referred to as a ‘soft wash ’, that gently removes dirt and kills algae without causing any damage to the concrete. For really dirty areas, we use slightly greater pressure, but only if required. We clean the entire surface from edge to edge to ensure that there are no streaks or dirty patches halfway down the path.
Concrete Pressure Washing
When you think of sidewalk cleaning, think of all of the other areas of your concrete that we clean as well. We power wash patios, walkways and entryways. Tampa concrete gets red clay, mildew and tire marks very quickly. Our concrete pressure washing is able to pull all of that out of the pores of the concrete to help keep the surface clean for a longer period of time. We have to adjust our cleaning method for each of the different areas of your concrete, such as a smooth patio and a rough broom-finish sidewalk.
Driveway Cleaning
The Driveway takes the brunt of the staining. Oil spots, tannin from leaves of oaks, and rust from pine needles can leave stubborn stains for months and even years. Professional Driveway Cleaning by the experts at your Tampa home can remove all these types of staining and leave your whole front look fresh and clean. Many of our customers have us clean the sidewalk and the driveway at the same time in order to make sure that the whole entrance to their home looks complete and matches.
Rust Stain Removal
One of the toughest stains to remove is rust. It comes from sprinkler water, from metal chairs and even from fertilizers that contain iron. Simple water will not remove these stains. Specialized rust stain removal solutions are made for removing rust stains from concrete. These solutions work by breaking down the stain and then washing it away. If your sprinklers are leaving orange stains on your sidewalks, then this is the solution you need.
Pool Decks and Pool Cages
The deck becomes a very slippery surface when wet in Tampa due to splash, sunscreen and algae. We use a gentle wash to clean your pool decks and pool cages and to protect your screens and pavers. Your pool deck will be safe to walk on with bare feet again and your pool cage will look brand new and not dingy.
Why Tampa Homeowners Trust Pink Flamingo Power Wash
Our residential landscape maintenance service areas include Carrollwood, Northdale, Greater Northdale, Lake Magdalene, Westchase, Citrus Park and Lutz. We show up on time and treat your home with the same respect that we would give to our own. We carefully move and store your plants, rinse out your flower beds and verify that all of your property has been cleaned up prior to our departure. Our upfront pricing reflects what you’ll pay at the time of service, and we do not have any surprise fees or charges. Cliff built this company one clean sidewalk at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get sidewalk pressure washing in Tampa?
Most Tampa homes need a sidewalk power wash done once a year. Some homes with lots of trees, such as oaks, or heavy rainfall may require a sidewalk power wash twice a year. This will ensure the algae is removed and the surface is safe to walk on.
Will pressure washing damage my concrete?
This method is done correctly by adjusting the amount of pressure to the surface that is being cleaned. For example, older or cracked concrete would be cleaned with a soft wash method in order to clean deep into the concrete without chipping or etching the surface.
Our special cleaning solution not only kills the algae at the root but also stays clean much longer than water alone. Annual washing of your sidewalks keeps them looking as good as new throughout the year.
Get Your Free Quote
Let us help clean and keep your sidewalk safe! Contact Pink Flamingo Power Wash today at (813) 458-0864 for your free estimate! We serve Carrollwood, Northdale, Greater Northdale, Lake Magdalene, Westchase, Citrus Park, Lutz, and the rest of the Tampa, FL area.