What Does Our Basic Pressure Washing Package Really Include?

“Basic” Pressure Washing: What Are You Really Getting?

We recently got a call from a homeowner — we’ll call him Mason — who wanted his front driveway, back patio, pool deck area, and outdoor furniture cleaned up.

Like a lot of folks, Mason started with a simple question: “What does your basic package actually include? And is that enough for my stains, or do I need something deeper?”

We walked him through exactly what our basic pressure washing covers, where add-ons make sense, and when it’s worth upgrading for a deeper clean. That conversation is what we want to walk you through here, so you can choose the right level of cleaning for your own patios, pool decks, furniture, and driveways.

What Our Basic Pressure Washing Package Typically Includes

For Mason, we recommended our basic package, which is designed for general cleanup — not heavy stain removal. It’s perfect when surfaces are just dusty, dingy, or have light buildup from everyday use.

Our basic package usually includes:

• Front porch – Entryway concrete or pavers, steps, and small landing areas.
• Back porch or covered patio – The main outdoor living area right off the house.
• Outdoor furniture – Chairs, tables, loungers, and side tables where you normally keep them.
• Doormats and small mats – Quick rinse and refresh.
• Outdoor kitchen area – Basic cleanup of floors in front of grills or built-ins (not degreasing the appliances themselves).

We focus on removing:

• Dust and desert debris
• Bird droppings
• Loose dirt and pollen
• Light surface stains

We always do our best on visible stains, but with a basic package we can’t guarantee that deeper or older stains will disappear completely. That’s where upgraded or specialized cleaning comes in.

Patios and Pool Decks: When Is Basic Enough?

On Mason’s property, the main question was the hardscape around the pool. The back covered patio was clearly included in the basic package, but the pool deck extended beyond that and wrapped around the pool.

For that kind of space, we treat the covered patio as part of the basic package, and the additional hardscape around the pool as a small add-on. In Mason’s case, the extra pool decking was just a modest fee on top of the basic package.

You’ll generally be fine with a basic-level clean on patios and pool decks if:

• The surface is just dusty or slightly dingy.
• You’re seeing a bit of dirt tracked from the yard, but nothing heavy.
• There are only light marks from furniture feet or planters.
• There’s no slick algae, mold, or major rust or fertilizer stains.

If you’ve got heavy mildew, slippery algae, rust, or deep discoloration, we may recommend a step up: special detergents, a longer dwell time, or a different cleaning method to protect your surface and actually solve the problem.

Outdoor Furniture: What a Basic Wash Can (and Can’t) Do

Mason also asked about his outdoor furniture. He had some visible stains on the cushions and frames and wanted to know whether those would come out.

For furniture, our basic clean generally means:

• Rinsing and washing hard surfaces (metal, plastic, some woods) where they sit.
• Light cleaning of outdoor-rated cushions and fabrics, if appropriate.
• Removing dust, pollen, bird droppings, and loose surface grime.

What we always explain — like we did with Mason — is that stubborn cushion stains (sunscreen, food, wine, mold that’s worked deep into the fabric) often won’t fully come out with a basic wash. We’re careful not to over-promise on fabric so we don’t damage it by going too aggressive.

If you’re mainly looking to freshen things up before guests arrive, basic is usually perfect. If you’re hoping to “restore” old, deeply stained cushions, we’ll talk through more specialized options or even whether replacement is more realistic.

Driveways: Basic Wash vs. Deep Clean

The part that tripped Mason up was the driveway. He assumed it was part of the basic package, but we explained that driveways are usually separate because they vary so much in condition and size.

We break it down into two main options:

• Basic driveway wash – This is for pavers or concrete with dust, loose dirt, and very light marking. It’s similar in spirit to the basic package: a good overall rinse and wash to make everything look fresh again.
• Deep driveway clean – Uses stronger detergents, sometimes higher pressure or surface cleaners, and more time on the job. This is what you want for:
  • Dark tire marks
  • Oil and fluid stains
  • Heavy algae or mildew
  • Long-neglected concrete

Mason’s driveway was paved with pavers and didn’t have tire marks or oil spots — just regular dirt. For him, the basic driveway wash was exactly right and only added a small amount to the total.

How to Choose the Right Level of Cleaning for Your Home

When you call us, we’ll ask questions similar to what we asked Mason so we can recommend the right level of service. You can get a head start by looking for these signs:

Basic Package Is Probably Enough If:

• Everything just looks dusty, dull, or slightly dirty.
• You don’t see many dark, stubborn stains.
• There’s no slippery growth underfoot when it’s wet.
• Furniture and patios just need a “refresh,” not a rescue.

You May Need an Upgrade or Add-Ons If:

• You see dark tire marks or oil stains on the driveway.
• There’s green or black growth on patios or pool decks.
• Rust, fertilizer, or irrigation stains are visible.
• Furniture fabrics have deep, long-standing stains.

Not Sure What You Need? We’ll Talk You Through It

With Mason, we ended up booking a basic package that covered his front porch, back patio, outdoor furniture, mats, and kitchen area, plus small add-ons for the pool deck and basic driveway wash. He got a cleaner, brighter outdoor space without paying for more intensive treatments he didn’t really need.

If you’re looking at your own patios, pool deck, furniture, and driveway and wondering what level of pressure washing makes sense, just reach out. We’ll ask a few questions, explain exactly what our basic package includes for your home, and help you decide if any deeper cleaning or add-ons are worth it.