One of the first questions we hear is “How long will you be here?” When we pressure wash a house, the answer for most homes is a few hours, not all day. Below are the typical time ranges we see, and what makes a job faster or slower.
Typical Job Times
These are general ranges for a professional crew with commercial equipment. Your home may fall outside them, and we will give you a time estimate with your quote.
| Job | Typical time |
|---|---|
| House wash, one-story home | About 1.5 to 3 hours |
| House wash, two-story home | About 2.5 to 4 hours |
| Driveway and sidewalk | About 1 to 2 hours |
| Roof soft wash | About 2 to 4 hours |
| Patio or pool deck | About 1 to 2 hours |
| Gutter cleaning | About 1 to 2 hours |
Booking several services on the same visit is usually faster than booking them separately, since setup only happens once. Our packages are built around that.
What Makes a Job Take Longer
- Size and height. Two-story walls, tall gables, and steep roofs take more time to treat and rinse safely.
- Heavy growth. Thick algae, black mold streaks, and lichen need longer dwell time for the cleaning solution. See soft washing.
- Stains on concrete. Oil, rust, and irrigation stains need spot treatment after the main cleaning. See rust stain removal and driveway cleaning.
- Delicate surfaces. Stone and brick and tile roofs are cleaned carefully, not fast.
- Access. Locked gates, parked cars, and crowded patios slow setup.
How to Prep So It Goes Quickly
- Close all windows and doors.
- Move cars out of the driveway and clear patio furniture if you can.
- Unlock gates and keep pets inside.
- Make sure an outdoor water spigot is working.
How Long Until Things Dry?
Siding and concrete usually dry within a few hours in Texas sun. Wait until the next day before sealing concrete or painting.
Do You Need to Be Home?
It depends on the job. Access to gates and a working outdoor spigot matter most, so just ask when you book and we will tell you what we need.
Related Reading
- Pressure washing vs. power washing
- How often and when to pressure wash your house in Texas
- Pressure washing cost guide
Ready for a quote? Call 817-580-9881 or request a free estimate online. We serve Arlington, Fort Worth, Dallas, Grand Prairie, Mansfield, and the rest of our DFW service areas.
Related guide: How to pressure wash a house (without damaging it)
FAQs
How long does it take to pressure wash a house?
A professional house wash usually takes about 1.5 to 3 hours for a one-story home and about 2.5 to 4 hours for a two-story home, depending on size and buildup.
How long does it take to pressure wash a driveway?
A typical residential driveway and sidewalk takes about 1 to 2 hours, plus extra time for stain treatment.
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What slows down a pressure washing job?
Larger or taller homes, heavy mold and algae growth, concrete stains that need spot treatment, delicate surfaces, and limited access to gates or water.
Want it done for you? See our house washing in Arlington service, with soft washing for siding, brick and stucco.
