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If you live in Arlington you know exactly when spring starts. It is not just the flowers blooming. It is when everything around your home turns yellow.
During pollen season cars patios and home exteriors get covered in a thick yellow layer. Many homeowners think pollen is just another type of dust. In reality pollen behaves very differently and can cause real problems for your home exterior if it is left for too long.
Here is how Texas pollen affects your home and why simple rinsing is often not enough.
Pollen Is Sticky and Oily
Unlike normal dust which is dry pollen is sticky. It contains natural oils that help it stick tightly to surfaces.
This is why rain usually does not solve the problem. Rain may rinse away loose dirt but pollen often stays behind. When it dries it can harden and cling to siding windows and trim.
Over time this buildup becomes harder to remove and can lead to staining.
How Pollen Damages Siding and Paint
Pollen is slightly acidic. When a thick layer sits on vinyl siding painted wood or trim for a long time it can slowly damage the surface.
This may lead to
Paint fading earlier than normal
Yellow or green stains on siding
Oxidation on metal surfacesRegular house washing helps remove pollen safely. It uses proper cleaning solutions to break down the oily pollen and rinse it away without harsh scrubbing. Learn more about how regular house washing protects your home here
The Hidden Danger to Your Roof
Many homeowners do not realize that pollen is organic material. This means it becomes food for mold and algae.
Those dark streaks commonly seen on Arlington roofs are caused by algae. When pollen settles on shingles it feeds this algae and helps it spread faster.
Removing pollen from your roof helps slow algae growth and protects the life of your shingles.
Pollen Makes Driveways Slippery
Dry dust is messy but wet pollen is dangerous.
Because pollen is oily it becomes very slippery when it gets wet from rain or morning dew. A pollen covered driveway or sidewalk can feel slick and unsafe.This increases the risk of slips and falls around your home. Professional driveway cleaning removes the pollen layer and restores traction. You can read more about how stains are safely removed here
Why Water Alone Is Not Enough
Many homeowners try to wash pollen away using only a garden hose. This usually spreads the pollen around and leaves streaks behind.
Because pollen is oily it needs proper cleaning solutions to break it down. Soft washing uses gentle cleaners to loosen pollen and low pressure water to rinse it away completely without damaging surfaces.
Keep Your Home Clean During Pollen Season
Pollen does not stay outside. It collects on window screens and gets blown inside whenever doors or windows are opened.
Cleaning your home exterior helps reduce pollen buildup and keeps your home looking cleaner and feeling fresher.Do not let pollen season damage your curb appeal or your home. Contact Stegmeier Pressure Washing today and keep your driveway roof and siding clean and protected
