National averages (use these as a sanity check)
These are 2025 national figures from Fixr, a cost-comparison site. They are not our prices, but they are a useful yardstick when you are comparing quotes.
| Job | Typical national range | Per square foot |
|---|---|---|
| House pressure washing | $500–$900 (about $700 average)1 | $0.30–$0.801 |
| House soft washing | About $375–$525 for a typical house1 | About $0.25–$0.351 |
| Roof cleaning | $450–$700 (about $612 average)2 | $0.30–$0.75 soft wash2 |
| Deck washing (500 sq ft) | $100–$2003 | $0.30–$0.403 |
| Fence washing (500 sq ft) | $125–$2354 | $0.30–$0.404 |
What actually moves the price on a coastal NC house
1. Size and stories
Square footage of siding is the starting point. A two-story home or one with steep grades around it takes more setup, more ladder work and more time than a ranch of the same footprint.
2. How green it has gotten
Onslow and Pender County humidity grows algae and mildew fast, especially on north-facing and shaded walls. A house washed every year or so comes clean quickly. A house that has gone four or five summers needs a stronger pre-treatment and more dwell time.
3. Siding type
Vinyl, fiber cement, brick and painted wood all clean differently. Fiber-cement makers specifically warn against high-pressure washing, which is one reason soft washing is the default for siding.
4. Add-ons
Gutters (the outside “tiger stripes”), soffits, screened porches, driveways, walkways and fences are commonly bundled with a house wash. Bundling usually costs less than booking each one separately, because the rig is already set up.
5. Access and water
Tight lot lines, heavy landscaping, pool cages and a long hose run all add time.
Questions to ask before you hire anyone
- Will you soft wash or pressure wash my siding? For siding and roofs you want low pressure and the right cleaning solution, not a high-pressure wand.
- Are you insured? Ask to see it. Ladders, roofs and water near electrical fixtures are real risks.
- How do you protect plants? A good crew pre-wets and rinses landscaping.
- What is included in the price? Get the surfaces in writing so there are no add-ons on the day.
The cheapest wash is usually the regular one
Algae left for years stains, holds moisture and takes more chemistry and labor to remove. Washing on a regular schedule keeps each visit quicker. See how often to wash a house on the NC coast.
Want a real number for your house?
We give free, no-pressure quotes across Onslow and Pender counties — usually the same day you call.
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We work in Jacksonville, Richlands, Swansboro, Sneads Ferry, Holly Ridge, Hampstead, Surf City, and by scheduled trip to Topsail Island and the Crystal Coast.
Sources
- Cost to Pressure Wash a House (2025) — Fixr
- Roof Cleaning Cost (2025) — Fixr
- Cost to Pressure Wash a Deck (2025) — Fixr
- Cost to Pressure Wash a Fence (2025) — Fixr
Prices quoted from national sources are averages, not our rates. Every home is different — call for a free, no-pressure quote.