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Summer cleaning in Ottawa & area

Long days are for the deck, not the mop. Summer is the time to pressure-wash the driveway and siding, refresh the patio and get the windows streak-free for the sunshine.

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SummerMore deck time, less mop time
Summer cleaning

Why now

What summer does to your home

Every Canadian season leaves its own mess. Here is what we see in Ottawa-area homes this time of year.

  • Green, slippery decks

    Spring rain leaves algae and mildew on decks and patio stones, which turn slick and grey.

  • Sun shows every streak

    Long, bright days make dirty windows and dusty surfaces impossible to ignore.

  • Cottonwood, pollen and bugs

    Window screens, sills and siding collect cottonwood fluff, pollen and spider webs all season.

  • Guests and barbecues

    Cottage weekends, visitors and backyard parties mean more traffic through the kitchen and bathrooms.

Your plan

Your summer cleaning plan

What to book, month by month, so nothing piles up.

  1. June

    Pressure washing

    Driveway, walkways and siding once the pollen settles. Driveways from $199.

  2. July

    Deck & patio refresh

    Lift algae and grime so the deck is safe and ready for stain or sealer. From $179.

  3. August

    Windows before back-to-school

    Streak-free windows inside and out, plus a reset clean before the school routine starts.

Best time to book: Book exterior jobs 1–2 weeks ahead. Rain days are rescheduled free.

Checklist

Summer cleaning checklist

Tick it off yourself, or hand the whole list to our crew.

Have us do it

Outdoors

4
  • Pressure-wash driveway and walkways
  • Clean deck boards, railings and stairs
  • Wash patio stones and outdoor furniture
  • Soft-wash siding and soffits

Windows & screens

4
  • Wash windows inside and outside
  • Rinse screens and clear tracks
  • Wipe sills and frames
  • Clean patio doors and glass railings

Indoors

4
  • Dust ceiling fans and A/C vents
  • Refresh guest rooms and bathrooms
  • Clean the barbecue-side kitchen zone
  • Freshen mudroom and pool towels area

Local know-how

Tips from our Ottawa crews

  1. 1

    Wash before you stain

    Stain and sealer only stick to clean wood. Give a washed deck 48 dry hours before you stain.

  2. 2

    Skip the hottest hours

    Windows cleaned in full afternoon sun dry too fast and streak. We book exterior glass in the morning.

  3. 3

    Keep it going while you travel

    Away at the cottage? A bi-weekly plan with lockbox entry means you come home to a clean house.

Summer cleaning: your questions

How much does pressure washing cost in Ottawa?

Driveways start at $199, decks at $229 and siding at $349 before tax. Larger or multi-surface jobs get a fixed quote first.

Will pressure washing damage my deck?

Not with the right pressure. We use a lower setting and a wide fan tip on softwood, and a soft-wash method on siding, so fibres and paint are not stripped.

Do you clean windows on two-storey homes?

Yes. Inside and outside window cleaning for two-storey homes starts at $349, with ladders and safety gear included.

What happens if it rains on my booking day?

Exterior work is moved to the next dry slot at no charge. Indoor cleaning goes ahead as planned.

Do I need to be home?

No. For outdoor work we only need access to an outside tap. For indoor cleaning you can leave a key, lockbox code or concierge note.

Ready for a cleaner home?

See your exact price in under a minute. No card needed to book — you pay on-site only after the clean is done.