Pressure washing decking in Exeter
Professional pressure washing decking services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£160
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional decking pressure washing - grey weathering and green algae removed. Your deck restored to original timber colour, clean and ready for treatment.
Your Deck Deserves Better
That grey, green, slippery surface? It wasn't always like that. Under the grime and algae is the deck you used to enjoy. Time to bring it back.
💡 Pro tip: Clean decking before treatment season (spring). Oil or stain absorbs best into clean, dry timber.
Why Proper Cleaning Matters
| ✅ Professional Clean | ❌ Amateur Attempt |
|---|---|
| Even results | Patchy finish |
| Wood protected | Grain raised |
| Algae fully removed | Some still slippery |
| Ready for treatment | Needs redoing |
What Cleaning Achieves
| Before | After |
|---|---|
| Grey weathered | Original colour |
| Green algae | Clean timber |
| Slippery surface | Safe to walk |
| Neglected look | Ready to enjoy |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Clear | Furniture moved |
| Clean | Systematic washing |
| Detail | Gaps and edges |
| Check | Condition assessment |
📦 You're Left With
- Clean, original-colour deck
- Algae removed
- Safe surface
- Treatment advice
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small deck (up to 15sqm) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Medium deck (15-30sqm) | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Large deck (30sqm+) | 2.5-3 hrs | £135-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Grey and dull - Weathered timber
✅ Slippery when wet - Safety issue
✅ Before treating - Prep for oil/stain
✅ Summer ready - Want to use it
Why Choose Us for Pressure washing decking in Exeter?
Original colour restored
Algae removed
Slip hazard eliminated
Ready for treatment
What to Expect
Step 1: Clear
Move furniture and planters.
Step 2: Wash
Systematic pressure cleaning.
Step 3: Assess
Condition check and treatment advice.
🔧 DIY Tips
Pressure washing decking yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Pressure washer
- Fan nozzle (not pencil jet)
- Deck cleaner
- Stiff brush for edges
- Patience
📐 Washing steps
- Sweep first, remove loose
- Pre-soak if very dirty
- Work with the grain
- Keep nozzle moving
- Don't get too close
- Let dry fully
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Too much pressure (fuzzy wood)
- Too close to surface
- Against the grain
- Missing between boards
💡 Pro trick: Fan nozzle at 45 degrees, following the grain. Keep it moving constantly. Never pause on one spot.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌳 Aftercare matters - cleaned decking is ready for treatment. Don't leave bare wood exposed to weather for long.
Treatment options:
- Decking oil (natural look)
- Decking stain (colour change)
- Anti-slip treatment
Related services:
- Decking treatment
- Patio cleaning
- Fence cleaning
Frequently Asked Questions
Will pressure washing damage my decking?
Can if done wrong. Too close or too powerful raises grain and damages wood. We use appropriate pressure and technique - close enough to clean, gentle enough not to damage.
Should I treat decking after cleaning?
Recommended. Bare wood after cleaning is vulnerable. Oil or stain protects the timber and can slow algae regrowth. Best applied once deck is fully dry.
Can grey decking be restored?
Yes - grey is usually oxidation on the surface. Pressure washing removes it, revealing the original timber colour underneath. Often surprisingly good.
What about composite decking?
We can clean composite too, but it's different - lower pressure, specific products. Let us know what you have when booking.
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