REFF Services provides professional commercial power washing and pressure washing for building exteriors, sidewalks, loading docks, parking garages, and industrial facilities. We serve the Baltimore metro area, Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Southern Pennsylvania.
We remove dirt, mildew, pollution, and organic growth from brick, concrete, block, metal panels, and other exterior surfaces. Our washing process improves appearance and prepares surfaces for painting or coating. This service is also used for surface preparation before the commercial painting projects start. This commercial power washing will help improve paint adhesion when it is needed the surface. If the pressure washing is not performed and a commercial painting job is being performed, you are taking the risk of the paint not sticking and will start cracking or peel away shortly after.
We clean concrete parking garages, surface lots, and decks to remove oil stains, tire marks, salts, and built-up grime. This service can be performed as part of routine maintenance or before striping and coating work.
We pressure wash sidewalks, entryways, plazas, steps, and high-traffic pedestrian areas to improve safety and curb appeal for customers, tenants, and employees.
We wash loading docks, bays, equipment pads, and warehouse slabs, helping owners maintain cleaner, safer work areas and prepare surfaces for coatings when required.
Below are the various methods of cleaning and the difference between Commercial Soft Washing, Commercial Power Washing and Commercial Pressure Washing.
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Uses low pressure (similar to a garden hose strength) combined with specialized cleaning detergents.
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The chemicals do the cleaning, not the force of water. Safely removes mold, mildew, algae, and organic buildup.
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It uses high-pressure water up to 4,000 PSI, depending on the job.
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Mechanical force (pressure) removes dirt, gum, grime, and surface stains.
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Like pressure washing, but it uses high-pressure + heated water (hot water systems).
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Heat breaks down grease and stubborn buildup faster and more effectively.
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How does Commercial Environmental Power Washing work?“Environmental power washing” refers to exterior cleaning done in a way that protects the environment, complies with EPA regulations, and prevents contaminated runoff from entering storm drains. It is standard for shopping centers, industrial facilities, and property managers.
Below is a clear, step-by-step breakdown.
Environmental power washing requires capturing dirty water instead of letting it flow into the street.
All water used must be captured.
1. Enhances property appearance
Removes dirt, mold, mildew, gum, oil, graffiti, and stains to keep buildings, sidewalks, parking lots, and storefronts looking clean and presentable.
2. Extends the life of surfaces
Proper washing reduces surface deterioration on concrete, siding, stucco, brick, and metal caused by buildup, algae, and contaminants.
3. Prevents costly repairs
Regular cleaning reduces corrosion, rot, and structural damage, lowering long-term maintenance costs for property owners.
4. Improves safety
Eliminate slippery algae, grease, and grime from walkways, loading areas, and parking lots, reducing slip-and-fall risks.
5. Supports compliance
Many shopping centers, warehouses, and commercial facilities require exterior cleaning to meet lease, safety, and sanitation standards.
6. Increases property value
Clean exteriors, concrete, and parking areas boost curb appeal and help properties attract tenants and customers.
7. Protects paint and coatings
Removes contaminants that break down paint, sealants, striping, and protective coating extending their lifespan.
8. Health benefits
Removes mold, mildew, pollen, and pollutants that can affect air quality around entrances and HVAC intakes.
9. Business reputation
Clean properties reflect professionalism and help businesses appear well-maintained and trustworthy.
10. Revenue opportunity for service providers
Recurring cleaning contracts with shopping centers, property managers, restaurants, and industrial sites provide predictable revenue.
Truck-mounted units deliver up to 3,000 PSI at 8 GPM of 200 °F water, pulverising grime while protecting substrates.
Biodegradable, non-corrosive detergents break down oils and bio-film; closed-loop recovery systems keep wastewater on-site and EPA-compliant.
Slip hazards disappear, indoor air quality improves and future coatings bond better—extending the life of your floors, walls and equipment.
Free site walk-through to pinpoint contaminants, drainage points and access routes.
Targeted, eco-friendly degreasers or mold inhibitors applied where they matter most.
Deep clean at full pressure; extended-reach wands tackle vertical tanks, silos and multi-story façades.
Vacuum-boom recovery contains runoff; supervisor conducts a joint walk-through to ensure every square foot meets spec.
Contact REFF Services to discuss your commercial power washing needs or to schedule a site visit.