Rose Restoration is a Washington DC power washing contractor providing commercial soft washing, pressure washing, historic masonry cleaning, graffiti removal, and exterior restoration for buildings across Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. With 48 years of stone, masonry, and surface experience, our crews safely clean brick, natural stone, concrete, metal, and architectural facades — including historic and landmark buildings that standard pressure washing would damage. For stone, brick and precast building fronts, see our facade cleaning service.
Rose Restoration has delivered power washing and related services for:
Rose Restoration is a Washington DC power washing contractor serving commercial, institutional, historic, and residential clients across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. With stone and masonry experience since 1978, Rose provides soft washing, pressure washing, historic masonry cleaning, graffiti removal, and exterior restoration for buildings, hardscapes, and pool decks. Our largest completed facade cleaning was the granite and limestone walls of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in 2022. Request a quote.
Commercial power washing in the Washington DC metro typically runs: building facades $0.25–$1.50 per sq ft depending on height, complexity, and substrate; concrete sidewalks and parking $0.15–$0.40 per sq ft; historic masonry soft-washing $1–$3 per sq ft (lower pressure, specialized chemistry); graffiti removal priced per incident. Lifts and scaffolding are priced separately.
Look for a contractor that tests before it cleans, matches the method to the material, and can show exterior work it has finished. Rose Restoration has worked on stone and masonry in the DC area since 1978 with 35+ in-house technicians, holds a 4.8-star Google rating, and cleaned the granite and limestone facade walls of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in 2022.
Standard high-pressure washing can damage historic brick, mortar, and soft stone. For historic and landmark buildings, Rose Restoration uses soft washing combined with substrate-matched cleaning chemistry to remove biological growth, pollution, and staining without harming the substrate. Every historic project begins with a substrate assessment and test patch before full-scale cleaning.
It depends on the surface and its exposure. Plazas, walkways, patios and pool decks are often cleaned every year, commonly in spring. Building facades vary more with material, traffic and tree cover, so we suggest a cycle after the first cleaning. Rose offers scheduled maintenance across the DMV.
Clean Surfaces. Protected Finishes. The Right Method for Every Material.
Power washing, soft washing, and surface-specific exterior cleaning for residential and commercial properties throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.
Good exterior cleaning is not just blasting surfaces with water. Different materials require different methods, different pressures, and different cleaning agents. Rose Restoration approaches exterior cleaning the same way we approach restoration: with knowledge of the material, respect for the surface, and a focus on results that last.
Every exterior surface on your property is exposed to a relentless combination of dirt, organic growth, pollution, moisture, and traffic. Over time, concrete darkens. Pavers disappear under algae. Brick develops white haze. Stone facades collect soot. Entryways become slippery. Pool decks turn green. Driveways stain. And curb appeal quietly erodes.
Rose Restoration provides professional exterior cleaning services for homeowners, property managers, facility directors, and commercial building owners across the DC metro area. Our approach is built on a simple principle: the right cleaning method depends on the surface, the soiling, and the condition of the material.
We do not treat every job the same. A limestone patio requires a fundamentally different approach than a concrete loading dock. A historic brick facade cannot tolerate the same pressure as a poured concrete driveway. Aged flagstone with failing mortar joints needs a careful hand, not a 4,000 PSI blast.
Our team evaluates the surface, identifies the soiling, selects the appropriate method, and cleans with the precision and care that protects your property while restoring its appearance.
Power washing and pressure washing use high-pressure water to remove dirt, grime, algae, mildew, oil, and buildup from durable exterior surfaces. When applied correctly to appropriate materials, pressure washing delivers dramatic results efficiently.
The key word is correctly. Pressure that is too high damages concrete, chips stone, blows out mortar joints, gouges wood, and strips protective coatings. Nozzle selection, spray angle, distance, and technique all matter. Our technicians control these variables on every job to deliver thorough cleaning without surface damage.
We use pressure washing on hard, durable surfaces such as:
What we remove:
Power washing is often the first step before sealing, coating, or repair work. A surface that has not been properly cleaned cannot be properly sealed or repaired.
Not every surface can handle high pressure. Soft washing uses low-pressure water combined with specialized, biodegradable cleaning solutions to safely remove organic growth, staining, and buildup from surfaces that would be damaged by direct pressure.
Soft washing is the correct approach for:
How soft washing works: The cleaning solution does the work, not the water pressure. We apply a formulated cleaning agent that kills algae, mold, mildew, and bacteria at the root level, dissolves organic staining, and loosens surface grime. After an appropriate dwell time, the surface is rinsed at low pressure. The result is a thoroughly cleaned surface without the mechanical stress that high-pressure washing creates.
Soft washing is especially effective for removing black algae streaks, green algae films, mildew, lichen, and atmospheric soiling from vertical surfaces, facades, and sensitive horizontal surfaces like flagstone and natural stone pavers.
Concrete is the most common exterior surface — and the one that shows dirt, staining, and organic growth most visibly. Darkened driveways, stained sidewalks, slippery walkways, and discolored concrete flatwork diminish curb appeal, create safety hazards, and make properties look neglected.
Rose Restoration provides concrete cleaning for residential and commercial properties, restoring appearance and safety to:
For commercial properties, we clean high-traffic concrete surfaces on schedule — maintaining clean, safe, presentable walkways, entries, and service areas without disrupting operations.
Important note on concrete staining: Not all concrete discoloration cleans away completely. Deep oil penetration, rust staining, and long-term organic discoloration may improve significantly but may not disappear entirely. We provide honest assessments and realistic expectations before work begins.
Outdoor living surfaces accumulate organic growth, dirt, pollen, leaf stains, and weathering faster than most homeowners realize. Pavers lose their color under layers of algae. Patios develop slippery green films. Pool decks become hazardous. And what was once an inviting outdoor space starts looking tired and uninviting.
We clean:
Paver cleaning goes beyond surface washing. We remove surface grime and organic growth, clear joint sand of weeds and debris, and clean the paver face to restore its original color and texture. After cleaning, we recommend re-sanding joints with polymeric sand and applying a sealer to protect the surface and slow future growth.
Pool deck safety: Algae and organic growth on pool decks create genuinely dangerous slip conditions, especially when wet. Regular professional cleaning is not just cosmetic — it is a safety measure. We use cleaning methods and solutions appropriate for pool-adjacent surfaces, with care to protect landscaping and pool water chemistry.
Stone, brick, and masonry surfaces demand a more careful and knowledgeable approach to cleaning than standard concrete. These materials vary widely in hardness, porosity, and chemical sensitivity — and the wrong cleaning method can cause serious, irreversible damage.
What we clean:
Why masonry cleaning is different:
Rose Restoration understands these materials because we restore them. Our cleaning methods are informed by decades of stone, brick, and masonry restoration work — not just pressure washing.
First impressions are made at the entrance. Safety liability starts at the sidewalk. And neglected service areas attract complaints, code violations, and pest problems.
Rose Restoration provides scheduled and one-time exterior cleaning for commercial properties, including:
We schedule commercial cleaning work around your operations — early morning, overnight, or on off-days — to minimize disruption. We offer recurring cleaning programs (monthly, quarterly, seasonal) that keep your property consistently clean without waiting for buildup to reach a critical point.
Cleaning is frequently the critical first step in a larger restoration or maintenance plan. Sealers, coatings, stains, and repair materials all require a clean, sound substrate to bond properly. Applying product over a dirty or contaminated surface guarantees premature failure.
We perform preparation cleaning for:
Because Rose Restoration performs both the cleaning and the follow-up restoration or sealing work, you get seamless coordination between steps — no finger-pointing between a cleaning company and a sealing contractor if something goes wrong.
There is no single correct way to clean every exterior surface. The method we select depends on several factors that our team evaluates before every job:
This evaluation process takes more time than showing up with a pressure washer and pulling the trigger. It also produces better results with less risk.
Professional cleaning produces dramatic improvements on most exterior surfaces. But honesty about limitations is part of providing a professional service.
Cleaning typically resolves:
Cleaning improves but may not fully eliminate:
Cleaning cannot fix:
When cleaning reveals conditions that need repair, sealing, or restoration, we can recommend the right next step — because those services are also part of what we do.
We clean with the same care and precision we bring to restoration — because we understand that every surface is worth protecting, not just washing.
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Power washing and pressure washing both use high-pressure water to clean hard surfaces. Power washing specifically uses heated water, which is more effective on grease and oil. Soft washing uses low-pressure water combined with cleaning solutions to safely clean delicate surfaces like natural stone, brick with fragile mortar, painted surfaces, and wood. The right method depends on the surface material and the type of soiling.
It can if done incorrectly. Excessive pressure erodes soft stone, strips the surface of brick, blows out mortar joints, and displaces joint sand in paver installations. Rose Restoration evaluates each surface before cleaning and selects the pressure level and technique appropriate for the material. We never use more pressure than the surface can safely handle.
In most cases, we can significantly improve oil staining on concrete using pre-treatment chemicals and hot-water pressure washing. However, oil that has deeply penetrated the concrete pores may leave some residual discoloration. We provide honest expectations before starting the work.
For residential properties, annual or bi-annual cleaning is typical for driveways, walkways, and patios — more frequently for pool decks and shaded areas prone to algae growth. Commercial properties with heavy foot traffic or public-facing entries benefit from quarterly or monthly cleaning schedules.
Yes, and it is essential. Sealers bond to the surface of the material. If the surface is covered with dirt, algae, or old sealer residue, the new sealer will bond to the contamination rather than the substrate, leading to premature failure. We perform thorough cleaning and allow adequate drying time before any sealing work.
Professional cleaning produces a dramatic improvement. Heavily soiled, algae-covered concrete often looks 90 percent better after cleaning. However, concrete with deep staining, color variation from age, or surface damage will not look newly poured. Cleaning removes what is on the surface — it does not change the condition of the material itself.
The cleaning solutions we use for soft washing are biodegradable and break down quickly. We also pre-wet landscaping before cleaning and rinse it afterward to dilute any chemical contact. For properties with sensitive plantings, water features, or koi ponds, we take additional precautions.
Yes. We routinely clean commercial properties, hotels, retail centers, and government buildings where operations continue during our work. We schedule around your business hours, phase our work to keep entries and walkways accessible, and manage equipment to minimize disruption.
Yes. Gum removal is a common scope item for our commercial clients. We use hot-water pressure washing to soften and remove embedded gum from concrete and paver surfaces. For large-scale gum removal, we can include this as part of a scheduled maintenance program.
This is common and actually a benefit of professional cleaning — it reveals conditions hidden under grime and growth. Rose Restoration is a full-service restoration company, so if cleaning reveals a need for repointing, crack repair, joint filling, sealing, or other restoration work, we can scope and perform that follow-up work without bringing in another company.
Whether you need a one-time deep clean, preparation cleaning before a restoration project, or an ongoing maintenance program for your commercial property — Rose Restoration delivers professional results with the care, knowledge, and equipment that your surfaces deserve.
Tell us about your property. We will assess the surfaces, recommend the right approach, and provide a clear, honest quote.
Tell us about your property. We will assess the surfaces, recommend the right approach, and provide a clear, honest quote.
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