Why Pressure Washing Before Painting Is Non-Negotiable

Think painting is just about color? Think again. Learn why Edge Painting’s expert pressure washing service is the most important step in ensuring long-lasting, flawless results — across all 7 of our painting and repair services.

Robbie

9/26/20253 min read

1. It Removes the Invisible Enemies of Paint

  • Dirt and dust

  • Algae, mold, and mildew

  • Salt buildup and oxidation

  • Chalking (old paint powder)

  • Oil stains and rust

From Florida homes to coastal businesses, your property collects:

2. For Residential Painting: It’s How We Make Walls Last 10+ Years

Your residential exterior gets beat up year-round, with sun, rain, and wind layering grime on stucco, siding, or brick. Skipping washing means paint won’t adhere or cure evenly.

We wash every residential surface before painting, removing decades of buildup so your new color adheres strong and dries smooth. That’s how we deliver flawless, long-lasting curb appeal.

3. For Commercial Painting: It Protects Your Brand and Building

Businesses on busy streets or coastal areas face:

  • Pollution film

  • Airborne oils from vehicles

  • Graffiti residues

  • Moisture-loving spores

4. For Pool Deck Painting: It’s a Safety and Style Essential

Pool decks can become slippery due to algae, sunblock, and calcium stains. Without cleaning, paint doesn’t stick, and the slip risk stays high.

Our process lifts every contaminant and reveals cracks or pitting.

Once clean, we apply a durable, textured coating that lasts season after season, keeping your pool deck safe, beautiful, and easy to maintain.

5. For Aluminum Cage Painting: It’s the Only Way Paint Will Bond

Aluminum cages oxidize, forming a chalky layer that blocks paint adhesion.

We pressure wash every cage structure with attention to delicate screen edges and framing. This removes oxidation, insects, and debris. Then we apply fade-resistant paint that

6. For Aluminum Cage Repair: We Reveal Damage Before We Paint It

You can’t see corrosion under grime. We pressure wash aluminum cages before repair so we can:

  • Spot compromised joints

  • Identify warped or cracked metal

  • Prep for patching or recoating with precision

7. For Cage Screen Repair: It Ensures Seamless Finishes

Mildew and debris on aluminum frames can weaken the bond for new screen mesh. Pressure washing gives our technicians a clean, dry base to work with. ensuring screens are tight, wrinkle-free, and stay that way.

It’s how we deliver a finished look that blends perfectly with the surrounding structure.

Before a brush touches your walls or your deck gets a drop of paint, your surface needs to be clean, healthy, and damage-free. Otherwise, the paint won’t bond, and the finish won’t last.

At Edge Painting, we treat pressure washing not as an add-on, but as a non-negotiable first step in every premium paint and repair service we offer. And here’s why:

Painting over this? You’re sealing in problems that will cause premature peeling, bubbling, or cracking.

Our commercial-grade pressure washing eliminates all of it, revealing a fresh, paint-ready surface every time.

We use pressure washing to give your commercial façade a clean slate, preserving your reputation and protecting your investment.

Paint applied after proper washing lasts up to 5 years longer, saving you maintenance and downtime.

bonds for years to come. Want that crisp, protected cage look? It starts with a clean structure.

That means stronger, safer, and more invisible repairs

Skipping pressure washing is like painting over a dirty windshield; the result will never be clear, lasting, or safe.

At Edge Painting, we do the job right from the very beginning. That’s why every one of our painting and repair services starts with a professional-grade pressure wash.

📞 Book your full-service pressure washing + painting package today (941) 900-8047 or email us at contact@edgepainting.pro. Let’s prep your space for a finish that shines and stands the test of time.