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COVID-19
To our valued customers, The entire Kings of Clean team is closely monitoring the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation and how it may impact our teams, customers, and overall operations. We are working to take the additional precautions necessary to protect both our employees and our customers. We will continue to monitor the Center for Disease Controls guidelines […]
What’s the Difference in Siding?
As we approach a new year, now is a great time to consider giving your home a fresh new look! There are a number of ways you can go about this, but one option is to purchase new siding for your home! New siding can give your home the facelift you want with less hassle […]
Risks Your Home Faces in the Winter
In the Greater Cincinnati area we’ve moving from autumn to winter, and homeowners have to begin to prepare for the new season. Winter brings an end to a whole set of outdoor chores and tasks, but your work as a homeowner isn't done. Instead, there’s a whole other set of risks you need to be […]
Benefits and Risks of Fiber Cement Siding
When it comes to siding for your home, we like to consider ourselves as unbiased experts. We have years of experience cleaning home surfaces of every kind, including a variety of siding materials. However, we don’t install or repair siding material ourselves, which means that we often are able to provide crucial information to consider […]
The Real Cost of DIY Pressure Washing
As a homeowner, by now you no doubt are aware of the various benefits pressure washing can have for your home. Whether it’s cleaning your siding, removing stubborn stains from your driveway, or cleaning mold and mildew from your roof, you may already be sold on the idea of getting a good pressure washing service […]
How Can Pressure Washing Improve Your Allergies?
As summer begins to wind down and fall swiftly approaches, we find ourselves squarely in the midst of another rise in allergy struggles for many Cincinnatians. Plant and other organic material is dispersed into the air and shifting temperatures mean rain storms and higher winds become more frequent. All of these things mean our bodies […]
Surprising Causes of Warped Siding
Ah, there’s nothing like enjoying a morning as a homeowner! Step outside, a cup of coffee in hand, pick up the paper, and walk out to get the mail. Look around you at a beautiful neighborhood, sun shining in the sky, water sprinklers going off, and a spring in your step. As you walk back […]
Should I Replace My Siding
Siding, particularly vinyl siding, is some of the hardest working material components of your home. It stands up to the rain, wind, and beating sun day in and day out throughout the year. If properly cared for, siding can last for years, but no matter what siding you have on your home, it will eventually […]
How To Take Care of Your Brick Wall
When it comes to surfaces around your home, either outside or inside, there is nothing quite like brick. It has a beautiful surface that carries with it a classic look unlike anything else you might have around the house. With that though, brick requires some special care in comparison to more generic surfaces like vinyl […]
Your Guide To Stucco
There are a wide variety of options for the exterior walls of your home. Brick or siding are of course the most popular, but there’s another type of exterior walls you may see on many homes, and it has its own benefits to bring to the table, but also some items to take into consideration […]
Commercial Pressure Washing Articles
How to Advertise on Your Sidewalk
In many increasingly competitive markets, advertising can represent a ballooning expense in your budget as a small business owner. Whether you focus your advertising on traditional by mail campaigns or you invest primarily in online advertising, there’s a field that’s available closer to home for a reasonable budget that you might be leaving unattended. Whether […]
An Interview with Jesse Carpenter
We here at Kings of Clean are proud to serve our community, taking care of your home or business. One of the most important parts of our success is our team, so we’d love to take this opportunity to introduce you to one of the members of our team, Jesse Carpenter. He was kind enough […]
Why professional pressure washing is better than doing it yourself
Your time and your property are valuable. Get the best for both by working with a professional pressure washing company.
Increase foot traffic to your business
You can’t make the sale if your customer never sees your store. It’s an adage that despite some changes from online shopping still remains largely true for most small businesses. Unfortunately, even a store with the best location may struggle to stick out in the sea of retail options the average customer has today. […]
Keep Your Customers Safe with Clean Sidewalks
Keep Your Customers Safe with Clean Sidewalks How much do you think about your sidewalks? Every Cincinnati business owner needs to be aware of the paths to their storefront. Paths can become hazards in every season when they are not adequately cared for. Snow and ice Snow and ice accumulation on the sidewalks of […]
5 Common Pressure Washing Mistakes You Should Avoid
5 Common Pressure Washing Mistakes You Should Avoid It's that time of year again: to look at doing outdoor remodeling and repairs. Here are the top five common pressure washing mistakes you should avoid. Overindulgence of pressure One of the most common mistakes homeowners make when pressure washing their home is to have too […]
Oil Spills on your Driveway?
The Ohio heat feels like it will melt the tires off your car while it sits in the driveway. Okay, maybe it doesn't get that hot, but it sure feels like it, right? Unfortunately, the heat also bakes in tire marks and oil spills on your driveway. Here's what neighbors think about homes with dirty […]
5 Reasons to Avoid DIY Pressure Washing
With summer here in Cincinnati, Ohio, pressure washing is on the minds of homeowners. You want to make sure to keep your investment vibrant and maintained, and house exterior cleaning is the way to accomplish this. Nevertheless, if you have never power washed a home before, it can be quite detrimental. Check out the top reasons […]
Is Power Washing Eco Friendly?
So you’ve been looking at your home, and the unsightly mildew on the walls combined with the subdued color covered in dust has finally gotten to you. You’ve finally made the decision to get it cleaned.The next question you’ve had to make is how. You may be looking at getting a professional power washing […]
Pressure Washing Your Playground
Pressure Washing Your Playground Playground structures are no longer isolated to public parks or school playgrounds. Today, parents are investing in recreational equipment for their children right in their own backyards. These structures can be very costly. They can range from the simplest swing set or a complex clubhouse that any child would love. While […]
Concrete Cleaning Articles
The Real Cost of DIY Pressure Washing
As a homeowner, by now you no doubt are aware of the various benefits pressure washing can have for your home. Whether it’s cleaning your siding, removing stubborn stains from your driveway, or cleaning mold and mildew from your roof, you may already be sold on the idea of getting a good pressure washing service […]
How To Take Care of Your Brick Wall
When it comes to surfaces around your home, either outside or inside, there is nothing quite like brick. It has a beautiful surface that carries with it a classic look unlike anything else you might have around the house. With that though, brick requires some special care in comparison to more generic surfaces like vinyl […]
How to Advertise on Your Sidewalk
In many increasingly competitive markets, advertising can represent a ballooning expense in your budget as a small business owner. Whether you focus your advertising on traditional by mail campaigns or you invest primarily in online advertising, there’s a field that’s available closer to home for a reasonable budget that you might be leaving unattended. Whether […]
Advantages of Sealing Your Driveway
It may not look like it, but your brand new paved driveway is full of holes. Whether it’s concrete or asphalt, your driveway is constructed out of a porous material that will allow water to seep through it over the course of the next year And that’s where your trouble begins. It seems like you […]
How Does Salt Damage Your Home
Now that we’ve hopefully left the cold and wet days of snow and winter behind us, there’s plenty of work to be done to get your home ready for summer. What you may not realize is that winter left a few things around your home that could be causing significant damage to your sidewalks, siding, […]
Simple Organization Tips for Your Home
Spring is the season of cleaning, and while we are ready and eager to help you out by getting the outside of your home cleaned with our quality power washing services, we thought we’d offer some tips for getting the inside of your home organized for your spring cleaning! De-clutter With the recent popularity of […]
How Do You Melt Ice?
Snow and ice are unavoidable hazards in the winter months, and keeping your sidewalks clear and safe are a regular chore for most homeowners. Good news is that there are several options available. There are several benefits and concerns to remember for each, though. Today, we review each and help you decide on the […]
Why professional pressure washing is better than doing it yourself
Your time and your property are valuable. Get the best for both by working with a professional pressure washing company.
Best Foot Forward: Getting Better Curb Appeal
When selling your home, curb appeal is one of the first concerns that will be brought up by your realtor, and with good reason. The initial impression a buyer gets of your home can have a huge impact on how your sale goes. We are honored that our pressure washing can often play a role […]
Which Driveway Material Should I Use?
Your driveway is the first welcome you or any visitor to your home gets. Imagine you’re coming home at the end of a long day at work, do you want to have to deal with pulling into a poorly maintained driveway that has poor traction and is slowly crumbling away, or do you want a […]
Deck Articles
What’s the Best Material for Your New Deck?
Building a deck is a great way to improve your experience with your home and your curb appeal as well as increase your home’s value, but what should that deck be made of? While there has always been plenty to choose from, in the past several years, options have increased dramatically, and some homeowners may […]
Give Your Deck a Spring Makeover
As the days get warmer, hopefully you’ll get time to enjoy being outdoors more. While it may be difficult to work in a weekend away, you can always enjoy a warm afternoon in your own backyard. Before you do, why not spruce it up to still give you that special feeling of being transported somewhere […]
Staining, Sealing, or Painting Your Deck
There are many hard choices to face in life, some serious, some not so serious. How to treat your deck may not seem the most serious choice you’ll ever have to make, but over time it can have a significant financial impact. Should you stain, seal, or paint? Well, we can’t help you with some […]
Why professional pressure washing is better than doing it yourself
Your time and your property are valuable. Get the best for both by working with a professional pressure washing company.
Best Foot Forward: Getting Better Curb Appeal
When selling your home, curb appeal is one of the first concerns that will be brought up by your realtor, and with good reason. The initial impression a buyer gets of your home can have a huge impact on how your sale goes. We are honored that our pressure washing can often play a role […]
Clean Your Deck Without Causing Damage
Clean Your Deck without Causing Damage After a long, frigid Ohio winter your deck can get grimy and disgusting from dirt, fall foliage, snow and ice, dead bugs, mildew, and other natural nuisances. For spring and summer, you want and need a clean deck. Before you break out the high pressure washer or call just […]
How to Maintain a Wooden Deck
How to Maintain a Wood Deck If your wooden deck is constantly covered in mildew and debris, or sagging due to rotting wood, you likely need to invest more time into maintaining it. By following best practices, you can keep your deck looking like new for years to come. Follow these tips to clean and […]
Why Should I Pressure Wash My Deck?
Why Should I Pressure Wash My Deck? Slip and Fall Prevention. Slipping and sliding across your deck may seem like fun, but for those of us who tend to fall… well, it isn’t. Wet, grimey surfaces are a hazard and, in some cases, a lawsuit waiting to happen. The best way to protect your deck, […]
How Often Should I Pressure Wash the Outside of My Home?
There are several things to consider when determining how often you should schedule a pressure washing for your home. One main consideration is the environment you live in: If you live in a dry and cold environment, you should have pressure washing done biannually. If you live in a humid area, you should schedule more […]
Understanding Types of Deck Stains
Staining is one of the best ways to not only improve the curb appeal of your deck, but also ensure it has a long and useful life. However, for many homeowners, choosing a stain isn’t as simple as they might expect beforehand. There are a number of factors that can go into choosing a particular […]
Gutter Articles
Can Gutter Cleaning Prevent Damage to Your Home?
We thought we’d take a look at this article from our partners over at Cincy Gutter Boys about the ways that cleaning your gutters can prevent damage to your home. As they point out, cleaning your gutters is rarely a pleasant experience and it’s usually a frustrating way to spend a Saturday. But the risks […]
Unexpected Benefits of Gutter Guards
Cleaning your gutters can be annoying and even dangerous for the inexperienced, but when considering the possibility of gutter guards, some homeowners remain unconvinced. They might consider themselves willing to twice yearly climb up a ladder and clean out their gutters or pay a professional to do it instead of purchasing and installing gutter guards. […]
The Consequences Of Clogged Gutters
We recently came across this article from the folks over at Kings of Clean, and thought it would be useful information to share. The consequences of clogged gutters is definitely something to be concerned about, and it’s helpful to review how those consequences can lead to bigger issues. Mold Growth: When water accumulates on the […]
Gutter Cleaning by Kings of Clean
We recently filmed a few short videos to help you get to know us and what we do, We know not everybody has the time or interest in sitting through our talks though, so here's the video transcript: We know that you have a lot on your plate, and the last thing you want […]
Three Reasons to Clean Your Gutters
A recent article from our partners at Kings of Clean gave three reasons for getting your gutters cleaned, which we thought was a worthwhile reminder. While they offer pressure washing to clean up if you’re leaking gutters have made a mess, we’d like to remind you that getting those gutters cleaned to prevent further mess […]
Do it Yourself? Really?
Do it Yourself? Really? The first thing many people think of when they need their gutters, house, or sidewalks power cleaned is to run to the local box store and rent a high pressure washer. These commercially rented washers certainly will strip away the dirt from your homes. But have you considered the damage that […]
Three Reasons Clean Gutters Will Lead to a Better Home
Part of the “fun” of living in the Greater Cincinnati, Ohio region is that harsh the weather can show up on any given day. Torrential rain, snow, or high winds can all show up when they’re least expected. This swiftly changing weather can do a number on your gutters, leaving them looking weathered and can […]
The 3 Main Roof Problems Caused By Clogged Gutters
If you have been procrastinating cleaning out the gutters for the last two weeks, you should know that there are some serious potential consequences. Clogged gutters are the single greatest cause of basement water leaks. This is because rain gets trapped, overflows, and dumps right next to the foundation of your home. From there the […]
Gutters Giving Off Gunk? The 3 Reasons To Get It Cleaned Immediately
There are a number of problems clogged gutters can cause if you aren't careful. Basement flooding, roof damage, ice dams, and gunk in your driveway are among the most common. Most people don't know that these problems can also be caused by improperly placed downspouts. They need to be a minimum of 1.8 meters away […]
A Homeowner’s Fall Maintenance Checklist
The temperatures are dropping, and you are ready to hunker down inside for the colder months of the year. But before Winter sneaks up on you, it's essential to use Fall to prep your home's exterior. By doing so, you can help the exterior weather the cold so the interior stays toasty. To get started, […]
Roof Cleaning Articles
Roof Cleaning Matters
With the abnormally high amount of rain we’ve been getting this summer, your roof has been subjected to a serious amount of punishment. When it’s not getting pounding rain, it’s getting hot and humid days. All of this leads to not only obvious risks of storm damage, but also a high risk for mold damage. […]
Allergy Proof Your Home
With spring here, you and your family members may be experiencing the deep frustration that comes with flared allergies. It can turn what should be a cheerful time of year into a miserable one, as your eyes, nose, and skin begin to turn against you, coming under attack from the environment around you. Allergies are […]
Why professional pressure washing is better than doing it yourself
Your time and your property are valuable. Get the best for both by working with a professional pressure washing company.
Best Foot Forward: Getting Better Curb Appeal
When selling your home, curb appeal is one of the first concerns that will be brought up by your realtor, and with good reason. The initial impression a buyer gets of your home can have a huge impact on how your sale goes. We are honored that our pressure washing can often play a role […]
That Dirty Roof
Driving around the neighborhood you may have noticed it, black or brown streaks across the roofs of homes. The unsavory cause? Mold and mildew, growing on homes. That’s right, living creatures feasting on the moisture found on your roof. You may think this is simply an odd thing to notice, but there’s actually a number […]
The Thing Living on the Side of Your Home
We were big fans of classic 1950’s science fiction double feature shows when we were kids, usually playing on cable on a Saturday morning, maybe on a show with a set of puppets in front of the screen making fun of the movie. These movies always cast to mind terrors from some other planet seeping […]
Choose Professional Power Washing over DIY
The time has come to pressure wash your home to maintain its beauty, value, and preventative maintenance. You can try pressure washing your home or business yourself, but why would you? Not only is the time invested important to you, the possible damage that can occur when done improperly is not worth saving a couple of […]
How to Remove Mildew with Pressure Washing
Mildew can be a nasty little enemy to conquer. It can pop up in the worst places on your Cincinnati, Ohio home, usually where moisture collects. There are ways to fight this fungus though by performing house exterior cleaning and pressure washing. In this short guide, you will be informed of the top four ways […]
How Often Should I Pressure Wash my Garage?
Do you live in an area that has construction occurring? Maybe you live in the southeast where the tree pollen lives like sawdust. No matter where you are located, grime can attach itself to your garage. In this short guide, you will be informed of the top four instances in which you should pressure wash […]
A Homeowner’s Fall Maintenance Checklist
The temperatures are dropping, and you are ready to hunker down inside for the colder months of the year. But before Winter sneaks up on you, it's essential to use Fall to prep your home's exterior. By doing so, you can help the exterior weather the cold so the interior stays toasty. To get started, […]
House Washing Articles
What’s the Difference in Siding?
As we approach a new year, now is a great time to consider giving your home a fresh new look! There are a number of ways you can go about this, but one option is to purchase new siding for your home! New siding can give your home the facelift you want with less hassle […]
Risks Your Home Faces in the Winter
In the Greater Cincinnati area we’ve moving from autumn to winter, and homeowners have to begin to prepare for the new season. Winter brings an end to a whole set of outdoor chores and tasks, but your work as a homeowner isn't done. Instead, there’s a whole other set of risks you need to be […]
Benefits and Risks of Fiber Cement Siding
When it comes to siding for your home, we like to consider ourselves as unbiased experts. We have years of experience cleaning home surfaces of every kind, including a variety of siding materials. However, we don’t install or repair siding material ourselves, which means that we often are able to provide crucial information to consider […]
The Real Cost of DIY Pressure Washing
As a homeowner, by now you no doubt are aware of the various benefits pressure washing can have for your home. Whether it’s cleaning your siding, removing stubborn stains from your driveway, or cleaning mold and mildew from your roof, you may already be sold on the idea of getting a good pressure washing service […]
How Can Pressure Washing Improve Your Allergies?
As summer begins to wind down and fall swiftly approaches, we find ourselves squarely in the midst of another rise in allergy struggles for many Cincinnatians. Plant and other organic material is dispersed into the air and shifting temperatures mean rain storms and higher winds become more frequent. All of these things mean our bodies […]
Surprising Causes of Warped Siding
Ah, there’s nothing like enjoying a morning as a homeowner! Step outside, a cup of coffee in hand, pick up the paper, and walk out to get the mail. Look around you at a beautiful neighborhood, sun shining in the sky, water sprinklers going off, and a spring in your step. As you walk back […]
Should I Replace My Siding
Siding, particularly vinyl siding, is some of the hardest working material components of your home. It stands up to the rain, wind, and beating sun day in and day out throughout the year. If properly cared for, siding can last for years, but no matter what siding you have on your home, it will eventually […]
How To Take Care of Your Brick Wall
When it comes to surfaces around your home, either outside or inside, there is nothing quite like brick. It has a beautiful surface that carries with it a classic look unlike anything else you might have around the house. With that though, brick requires some special care in comparison to more generic surfaces like vinyl […]
Your Guide To Stucco
There are a wide variety of options for the exterior walls of your home. Brick or siding are of course the most popular, but there’s another type of exterior walls you may see on many homes, and it has its own benefits to bring to the table, but also some items to take into consideration […]
Allergy Proof Your Home
With spring here, you and your family members may be experiencing the deep frustration that comes with flared allergies. It can turn what should be a cheerful time of year into a miserable one, as your eyes, nose, and skin begin to turn against you, coming under attack from the environment around you. Allergies are […]