Read the patio and quote
Cooper walks the patio to note the surface, the moss and the worst stains, then quotes the work before setting up. The walk-through sets the method for the material.
Southshore Pressure Washing
Patio Cleaning in River Ridge, Louisiana
Southshore Pressure Washing provides patio cleaning for homes in River Ridge, Louisiana and the Southshore. The service lifts ground-in dirt, moss and leaf stains from paver, concrete and brick patios using a directed wash matched to the surface, leaving the space clean and even without disturbing the joints.
5.0Rated from 17 Google reviews
2024Serving the Southshore since
12Exterior cleaning services
6Communities covered
The basics
What is patio cleaning?
Patio cleaning is the washing of paver, concrete, brick and stamped patios to remove the ground-in dirt, moss and leaf stains that build up over a season of use. Left alone, moss works into the joints and darkens the surface, and leaf stains set into the pavers. The work is done with a directed wash that lifts the grime from the surface and the joints without disturbing the sand between pavers. A clean patio reads even in color and is safer to walk on. Most patios benefit once the moss and stains become visible, which is often after the humid season and the leaf drop.
Patios is one of the twelve exterior cleaning services on this site. If more than one surface on the property needs work, services are usually combined on a single visit, so it is worth reading the full service list and the communities covered before booking.
Scope
What does patio cleaning cover?
Patio cleaning covers the full patio surface: pavers, poured concrete, brick or stamped concrete, the joints between them, the steps down to the yard, and the edge where the patio meets the beds. It lifts the ground-in dirt, the green moss in the joints, the leaf and berry stains, and the dark film from foot traffic. The wash is matched to the surface, so pavers are treated with care for the joints. It does not include re-sanding the joints, sealing the patio, or repairing cracked pavers.
Not sure this is the service the property needs? The services hub explains how to read the surface and choose, and the before and after photos show what a finished wash looks like.
From the job
The work, as it looks on site
The process
How patios is carried out
Every job runs in the same order, from the first walk-through to the final review, so there is no guessing about what happens next.
Pre-treat and wash
Moss and leaf stains are pre-treated, then a directed wash lifts the grime from the surface and the joints. The crew works in sections so sediment moves off the patio rather than back into it.
Rinse and review
The patio gets a final rinse and a walk-through with the homeowner when they are on site. Any stain that remains is touched up before the crew leaves.
On the day
What happens on the day?
Furniture moved off
Table, chairs and the grill are moved off the patio so the full surface is open.
Pre-treat on the moss
Moss and leaf stains are pre-treated before the wash so they lift rather than spread.
Joints handled with care
Paver joints are washed without blasting the sand out, so the surface stays stable.
Walk-through at the end
A walk-through confirms the patio reads even and the moss is gone.
Before the crew arrives
How do I prepare for patio cleaning?
A short list, none of it heavy work. Anything left undone is handled during the walk-through.
Move furniture and grill
Clear the table, chairs, grill and planters off the patio so the crew can reach every section.
Sweep loose debris
A quick sweep of leaves and dirt lets the crew start on the stains right away.
Point out fragile pavers
Tell the crew about any loose or cracked pavers so the wash is set for them.
Keep pets and kids off
Keep pets and children off the patio during the wash and until it dries.
Timing
How long does patio cleaning take?
A typical patio is cleaned in one to two hours, and a large or paver patio takes longer. The time changes with the size of the surface, how deep the moss is, and whether the steps and edges are included. A patio with heavy moss in the joints takes longer than one with light dirt. Dry weather lets the patio dry evenly, while rain pushes the job to another day.
Signs to look for
How do I know I need patio cleaning?
Green moss in the joints
Green moss growing in the paver joints is darkening the surface and spreading.
Dark ground-in dirt
A dark, gray film across the patio is ground-in dirt from a season of use.
Leaf stains under trees
Brown and black marks under trees are tannins from leaves and berries.
Slippery when damp
If the patio reads slippery when damp, moss and algae are the cause.
Included
What every patios job includes
- Full surface wash of the patio
- Moss removal from the joints
- Ground-in dirt and film lift
- Leaf and berry stain treatment
- Step and edge cleaning
- Joints washed without disturbing the sand
- Walk-through review before crew leaves
Pairs well with
What services pair with patio cleaning?
Patio Screens
Patio screen cleaning on the same visit clears the pollen that drops onto the clean patio.
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Pool deck cleaning on the same visit keeps the whole backyard ground level even.
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Fence cleaning on the same visit clears the algae that runs onto the patio from the panels.
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Why homeowners book patios here
Rated 5 from 17 Google reviews. The standard the crew holds on every job.
Rated 5 from 17 reviews
Every review on the reviews page is reproduced word for word, in the order it was left.
Google Review
Southshore Pressure Washing did a great job on my driveway and patio. Cooper and his team showed up on time and made everything look brand new! Super easy to work with and paid attention to detail. Definitely recommend!
Questions
Patios questions, answered
Will patio cleaning remove the moss in the joints?
Yes. Moss in the joints is pre-treated and then lifted with a directed wash. The crew washes the joints without blasting the sand out, so the surface stays stable. Deep moss that has been in the joints for years may need a second pass, and the crew will say so during the walk-through.
Is patio cleaning safe for pavers?
Yes, when the method is matched to the surface. Pavers are washed with care for the joints so the sand is not blasted out and the surface stays level. The walk-through sets the right method for the patio in front of the crew.
Do you re-sand the joints after cleaning?
No, patio cleaning does not include re-sanding or sealing. The crew washes the joints without disturbing the sand so they stay full, but if the joints are already low, re-sanding is a separate step after the surface dries.
How often should I clean my patio?
Most patios do well with a wash once the moss and stains become visible, which is often after the humid season and the leaf drop. Patios under trees collect leaf stains faster and need it sooner. There is no fixed schedule.
What affects the price of patio cleaning?
The price depends on the size of the patio, the surface type, and how deep the moss is. Cooper quotes the job after the walk-through so the price reflects the actual work. Call (504) 414-4449 for a quote.
What if it rains on the scheduled day?
Steady rain or high wind pushes the job to another day, because the wash needs dry conditions to work and to let the surfaces dry evenly. If the job is rescheduled, the crew coordinates the next available day so the work stays on track without forcing it into conditions that would undo the work.
Do I need to be home for the work?
You do not have to be home for the wash itself, as long as the crew can reach the surfaces and an outdoor water spigot. Many homeowners prefer to be there for the walk-through at the start and the review at the end, but it is not required.
How long do the results last?
The results last as long as the conditions that caused the growth stay the same. A sun-facing surface holds clean longer than a shaded one, because the sun dries the surface and keeps algae from setting. The wash clears the growth, but the shade and the moisture set when it returns.
Coverage
Where patios is offered
Patios is available across River Ridge and the surrounding Southshore communities. Each area below links to its own page.
Keep reading
Patios across the Southshore
Patios is offered from River Ridge out through Kenner, Metairie, New Orleans, Lakeview and Harahan. Each link below goes to a page with the detail for that community or service.
Patios by community
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Questions and guides
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Request a patios quote
If your patios is showing the grime this climate lays down, the next step is a walk-through and a straightforward price. Call (504) 414-4449 or send your details through the form and Cooper will get back to you about the job and the schedule. There is no obligation in the quote, and the scope stays honest about what the property needs and what it does not.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (504) 414-4449 or use the contact page.
Book Patios
One walk-through, one straightforward price, and a wash matched to the surface in front of the crew.