Green algae, red staining, moss and lichen on your render or pebble dash? We use low-pressure softwashing to clear organic growth from exterior walls without the damage that high-pressure washing can cause. Serving homes and properties across County Wexford.
A practical softwashing service for Irish render, pebble dash, paths and exterior walls affected by organic staining.
Most exterior staining on Wexford homes comes down to the same handful of organisms. We assess the surface, apply the right biocide treatment at low pressure, and rinse. No guesswork, no damage to the finish.
Patchy green film that spreads fast on north-facing render and shaded walls.
We eliminate it at the root — not just scrub the surface.
Dark streaks from Gloeocapsa magma — resistant to standard washing.
We break down its UV-resistant sheath with a targeted biocide. It doesn't come back.
Orange-red staining on render — Trentepohlia, not rust.
We treat the organism directly. One application clears what years of rain couldn't.
Bonds into masonry so deeply that pressure washing barely touches it.
We treat the organism itself — the root dies, not just the surface growth.
Holds moisture against tiles and accelerates wear on roofs and paths.
We kill it before it does structural damage — and manage run-off before we start.
Entrance walls and gate pillars accumulate traffic grime and organic build-up over time.
We restore them without repaint or render repair.
Serving Enniscorthy, Wexford Town, Gorey, New Ross, Rosslare Strand, Castlebridge, Ferns, Bunclody, Oilgate/Oylegate, Curracloe, Kilmuckridge and nearby rural areas across County Wexford. Send your Eircode or nearest town and we’ll confirm quickly.
Pressure washing removes what you can see. Softwashing removes what's causing it — which is why the results last longer.
Because the biocide kills the organism rather than physically removing it, biological regrowth is significantly slower. Softwashed surfaces stay cleaner for up to 36 months — where pressure washing alone may only hold for a few months, though results depend on the surface and how exposed it is.
High-pressure washing on Irish render — especially pebble dash, dry dash or K-Rend — can dislodge stones, open cracks or etch the surface. Softwashing uses a controlled low-pressure rinse, so the finish stays exactly as it is.
Render, pebble dash, K-Rend, painted masonry, entrance walls, paths and gate pillars. Surfaces that a pressure washer would damage or discolour can often be treated safely with a softwash approach instead.
The active solution breaks down algae, moss and lichen at the cellular level before rinsing. A pressure washer removes the visible growth but leaves the root structure intact — which is why biological regrowth after jet washing is typically measured in months.
Clear answers before you request an estimate.
In many cases, yes. With softwashing the treatment does the heavy lifting rather than the pressure, which means there's far less risk of wand marks, etching or loosened finishes on render and pebble dash. High-pressure washing can clean the surface but it doesn't kill what's causing the growth, so regrowth tends to come back faster than most people expect.
Yes. Moss and lichen both respond well to biocide treatment, though lichen takes longer because it bonds into the surface rather than just sitting on top. A pressure washer alone removes what's visible without killing the root structure, so regrowth happens quickly. The biocide works on the organism itself — which is why the results last longer.
Render, pebble dash, dry dash, K-Rend, painted masonry, blockwork, entrance walls, boundary walls, gate pillars, paths and most other exterior finishes — including coloured and polymer renders that would be at risk from a pressure washer. If a surface is fragile or heavily weathered, we'll tell you what we'd recommend before starting.
We use a professional oxidising biocide blend incorporating an aqueous hypochlorite solution, surfactants and surface-active agents. The specific dilution and application method is adjusted for the surface type, the extent of the growth, and anything nearby that needs protecting — garden planting, painted surfaces, drainage and so on.
Red or orange staining on render is almost always caused by a red algae called Trentepohlia — not rust or mineral bleed. It thrives in the damp, mild climate of coastal and rural County Wexford, particularly on north-facing or shaded walls. Softwashing with a targeted biocide is the most effective way to remove it without damaging the render surface.
In most cases, yes. K-Rend and similar polymer renders can be sensitive to aggressive pressure washing, which risks etching or discolouring the finish. Softwashing applies the biocide at low pressure so the treatment does the work rather than the water force, making it a safer option for coloured and textured renders.
We take precautions before every job — covering or rinsing down surrounding planting, protecting painted surfaces and drainage points before treatment begins. If you have specific concerns about plants, new planting or pets, mention it when you enquire and we'll advise on any additional steps needed.
Yes — painting over active algae or mould is one of the most common reasons exterior paint fails early. The growth continues underneath and lifts the paint from the surface. Treating with a biocide softwash before painting removes the organism at the root and gives the new coat a clean, stable surface to bond to.
Your town or Eircode, clear photos of the affected surfaces, the type of finish if you know it, and a note on access. WhatsApp is the quickest way to send photos and we'll usually come back to you the same day.
WhatsApp is usually fastest. Clear photos help us assess surface type, staining, height, access and nearby planting before quoting.
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