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Pressure Washing in Knoxville, TN
Driveways, walks, garage floors, siding, decks and fences, washed by Ryan Curtis with the right pressure for each surface. Serving Knoxville, Farragut, Oak Ridge and Maryville.
What can be pressure washed around a Knoxville home?
Around a Knoxville home, pressure washing covers driveways and walks, garage floors, siding, decks and fences, patios and porches, and brick or stone walls. Not every surface takes the same pressure, though. Concrete can handle a lot. Vinyl siding, painted wood, old decks and brick need a lower setting and a closer look first. Ryan Curtis does the work himself and picks the method for each surface instead of running one setting over the whole house. Before any water goes on, we check for loose paint, soft or old wood, window seals and the plants around the area. East Tennessee's humid, shaded lots grow green film and mildew fast, and a clean surface also gives paint and stain something to grip. We talk through what each surface needs at the walkthrough.
What we look at first
- Loose or peeling paint
- Old, soft or cracked wood
- Window seals and door gaps
- Plants, lights and outlets nearby
- Where the water and runoff will go
Six kinds of surfaces, six different approaches
The same wand does not belong on every surface. Here is how we think about each one around a Knoxville home.
Driveways and walks
Concrete, higher pressure where it suits- Dirt, tire marks, algae and green growth lifted off
- Walks, steps and curbs washed in the same pass
- Cracks and joints checked first, so we do not blast them open
- A fresh look for the front of the house, or a clean start before other work
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Garage floors
Surface wand for flat, even results- Dust, grime and tire marks washed off bare concrete
- A surface wand keeps the pass even across the floor
- Oil spots checked up front and pre-treated if needed
- Door seals and the slope toward the drain kept in mind
Siding
Soft wash versus pressure, chosen by surface- Vinyl and other siding cleaned at lower pressure
- Painted wood and old trim treated more gently
- Window seals, outlets and loose boards checked first
- Good prep before repainting the house
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Decks and fences before staining
Low pressure, then time to dry- Gray, dirty or mildewy boards cleaned before stain
- Lower pressure and a wider spray to protect wood grain
- Loose boards and nails noted for repair
- Paired with our stain work, see the painting page
Patios and porches
Flat surfaces and covered areas- Concrete and paver patios and porch floors cleaned
- Furniture moved, plants covered and edges protected
- Paver joints checked so sand is not washed out
- Screened porches handled with care around the screens
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Brick and stone walls
Gentler passes for masonry- Brick, stone and block cleaned of dirt and growth
- Mortar joints looked over before any pressure goes on
- Lower pressure on older or softer brick
- Entries, garden walls and house fronts
Driveway, deck or siding looking tired?
Tell us what needs washing. We answer Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and set up a walkthrough.
What takes high pressure, what needs a light hand
This is how we think about the surfaces around a home before we start. We confirm the plan for your house at the walkthrough.
| Surface | Pressure | What we check first | How we handle it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete driveways and walks | Higher | Cracks, expansion joints, flaking surface, oil stains | Strong enough for dirt and growth. We still keep the wand moving so it does not etch the surface or open up cracks. |
| Garage floors | Higher | Oil and grease spots, door seals, slope toward the drain | Surface wand for an even finish. Oil is pre-treated where needed. We keep water from running under the door seal. |
| Vinyl and other siding | Low | Window seals, loose panels, outlets, vents and lights | Sprayed level or downward, never up under the laps. We work from the bottom up and rinse from the top down. |
| Painted wood siding and trim | Low | Loose or peeling paint, soft wood, failed caulk | Gentle on purpose. Pressure can tear loose paint and drive water into wood, so we look first and tell you what we find. |
| Decks and fences | Moderate | Old or soft boards, loose nails and screws, railings, plants nearby | Lower pressure and a wider spray to protect the grain. Raised or fuzzy wood is possible if pushed too hard. Wood needs time to dry before stain. |
| Patios and porches | Moderate | Paver joint sand, furniture and plants, screened areas, drainage | Concrete takes more pressure than pavers. Joint sand can wash out, so we check it. Screens are kept out of the spray. |
| Brick and stone walls | Moderate | Mortar joints, older or soft brick, mildew, nearby plants | Lower pressure on older masonry. Failing mortar is noted before any pressure goes on, so we do not make a bad joint worse. |
Scroll the table sideways on a small screen. Pressure level is a general guide, not a setting for your specific job.
Why wash before you paint or stain
Paint and stain stick to clean, dry surfaces. Dirt, mildew film and chalky old paint make a weak bond, and the new coat peels sooner. Washing also shows the real condition of the surface. When the grime comes off, we can see loose paint, soft wood, bad caulk and cracked boards, and fix them before any color goes on.
1. Wash
Remove dirt, mildew and loose coatings at the right pressure.
2. Dry and repair
Let the surface dry, then fix loose boards, caulk and rough spots.
3. Coat
Prime, paint or stain on a clean, sound surface.
How long a surface needs to dry depends on the material, the weather and the shade, so we confirm that at the walkthrough. For the next step, see our painting and staining page, or deck and patio work if the boards are past saving.
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From walkthrough to rinse
Four steps, in the order they happen. Ryan handles each one.
Walkthrough
We walk the house and yard with you. We note each surface, what is on it, and where it needs a lower setting or extra care.
Protect and prep
Furniture is moved, plants are covered and windows, outlets and lights are looked over. Loose paint and weak wood are flagged before we start.
Wash, surface by surface
We choose the pressure and tip for each surface and work in even passes. We clean flat surfaces first, then siding and finish with stairs and walks.
Rinse and check
We rinse away the runoff, check the results in good light and talk through whether the surface should now dry before painting or staining.
What moves the cost of pressure washing
We do not quote numbers over the phone. These are the things that change the price, and we confirm them at the walkthrough.
- Surface area. A two-car driveway and a whole house wash are different jobs.
- Type of surface. Concrete, siding, wood and brick call for different tools and settings.
- What is on it. Light dust is quick. Deep mildew, oil stains and old coatings take more time.
- Height and access. Two-story siding, steep yards and tight spaces slow the work down.
- Prep and protection. Moving furniture, covering plants and protecting windows and outlets adds setup.
- Follow-up work. Staining, painting or repairs after the wash change the scope and how we sequence it.
Pressure washing in Knoxville, Farragut, Oak Ridge and Maryville
Curtis Can Do LLC is based in Farragut and washes homes in four Tennessee towns.
- Knoxville
- Farragut
- Oak Ridge
- Maryville
Many East Tennessee homes sit on shaded, wooded lots with humid summers, so green film, mildew and pollen build up on siding, decks, walks and fences. We see it most on the shaded north side of a house and on boards that stay damp. We look at each house first, then recommend what to wash and how.
Pressure washing questions, answered
What affects the cost of pressure washing in Knoxville?
The surface area, the type of surface, what is on it, how high and hard to reach it is, and how much prep or protection it needs all affect the price. Follow-up work like staining or painting changes the scope too. We do not quote over the phone. We look at the house at the walkthrough and confirm the price in plain terms.
Can pressure washing damage siding?
It can if the pressure is too high or the spray is aimed wrong. Water can get behind siding, lift loose paint or force its way past window seals. That is why we use a lower pressure on siding, spray level or downward, and check seals and loose boards first. We choose the method by surface.
Should I pressure wash before painting or staining?
Usually yes. Paint and stain bond better to a clean, dry surface, and washing shows loose paint, soft wood and cracks that should be fixed first. We can wash and then paint or stain as one project. The surface needs to dry before the coat goes on, and we plan that with you.
How long should I wait to stain a deck after washing?
It depends on the wood, the weather and how much shade the deck gets. Boards that are still damp will not take stain well, so we wait until they are dry. We confirm the timing at the walkthrough and watch the forecast, since East Tennessee humidity and rain can stretch the wait.
What do I need to do before you arrive?
Move small items, cushions, plants in pots and anything fragile off the area. Tell us where to park and about any pets or kids who use the yard. We confirm water access and cover the rest of the prep at the walkthrough.
What areas do you pressure wash in?
Curtis Can Do LLC is based in Farragut, Tennessee, and serves Farragut, Knoxville, Oak Ridge and Maryville. If you are nearby but not in one of those towns, ask. Send the area and a short description of what needs washing, and we will tell you whether we can take it on.
How do I get started with pressure washing?
Use the Get a Quote button or call during business hours, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Tell us which surfaces you want washed and send photos if you can. We will set up a walkthrough to look at the surfaces, check the condition, and confirm scope and price.
Ready for a clean start?
Tell us what needs washing. We answer Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and will set up a walkthrough.