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February is Cold, But Warmer Weather is Coming
The winter temperatures are in full force, but warmer weather is coming as we inch closer to spring.
For those that just weather the winter weather, the good news is that we are more than one-third of the way to spring. The good news is that there is time to plan for an early 2021 pressure washing appointment. “Why should I worry about getting a pressure washing appointment now?” you might be asking. Before you know it, spring weather will lead to spring gatherings and our techs will be busy, because most people call us AFTER the weather breaks. So before the warmer weather makes the nightly forecast, get your name on our schedule.
Contact Us Now and Enjoy February Celebrations
Have you ordered the flowers and made the dinner reservations? Okay, you do have a few days to get this under control. Even if your not into 
celebrating Valentine’s Day, there are plenty of things to enjoy (see below) about the second month of year. We’ll make it easy for you with just a few clicks. Click here, call 301.842.220 or email sandy@completepowerwash.com to connect with our office staff. Our techs are experts in house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning.
Click below to learn more about the February celebrations.
February Highlights
American Heart Month – Get a physical, eat better and get more exercise.
Black History Month – Take time to learn about African-Americans who helped make the United States a great country.
Women’s History Month – Learn about the women whose accomplishments made them role models for young girls.
Lincoln’s Birthday (the 12th) – Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of United States who led the country through the Civil War.
Valentines Day (the 14th) – Time to celebrate the great American love story.
To learn about more February celebrations, click here.
Softwash to Keep Your Property Safe
Pressure washing damage can be costly, because replacing building materials is never cheap.
Softwash is the technique true pressure washing professionals use on even the toughest buildup. Complete Power Wash’s cleaning professionals are trained in the best way to use softwash. Our techs use “just the right water pressure,” combined with gentle, environmentally-friendly detergents. These detergents are used to weaken the grip of dirt, mold, mildew and other natural elements. Once the detergent takes affect, the technician can gently wash away the grime. Softwash can even be used to remove graffiti and limits the mess that most amateur power washing companies leave behind.
Homeowners do not want to pay good money and have more of a mess. Click on this link to see pictures of our pressure washing work.
Reviews from Happy Pressure Washing Customers
Reviews from Pressure Washing Customers Tell Us if We’re Succeeding at Being the Best.
The start of a new year is a great time to look back at our work over the last year. Some business owners look at the bottom line as to whether it was a successful year. We do need to make a profit to move forward in our mission of being the best pressure washing company in the Tri-state area. However, when you care about the customer AND exceeding their pressure washing expectations, there is another level we reach for as service professionals at Complete Power Wash.
We are grateful that the customers below trusted us to do good work and shared those reviews. We hope we will get the chance to serve you — the potential customer — and that we will do such good work that you feel compelled to go to our Facebook page and leave a nice comments.
Reviews from Pressure Washing Customers
Below are actual reviews of Complete Power Wash customers that trusted us to clean their homes.
“Outstanding from initial call to completed service. The best service business experience I have ever had.” – Brian S.
“They are on time and courteous and professional at there job and have always done a five-star job. The house always looks like new. We have used them before and will surely use them again.”– Sandra N.
“Our dirty roof was gross! It ruined the whole exterior appearance of our home. Immediately after you treated it, the roof looked like new… nice and clean! Thanks for doing such a good job.”– Sue M.
“Amazing customer service. Hired Complete and crew for my relatives house wash and the results were amazing. Communication and customer service is key and they went above and beyond. Will definitely use them again.” – Joe D.
“Tim is awesome…great customer service. I will definitely seek out his services again.” – Jim C.
Contact Us for Scheduling a Pressure Washing Appointment
If you would like to be a satisfied Complete Power Wash customer, contact our Hagerstown, MD office. Our techs are the exterior cleaning experts in the Hagerstown and the surrounding Tri-state area of West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Our techs use the softwash technique of low water pressure combined with gentle, environmentally-friendly detergents to clean vinyl siding, concrete surfaces, wood decks and fences, etc…
To contact us about a free pressure washing estimate, call 301-842-2290 or to contact us online, just click here.
Selling Your House in 2021?
Does your New Year’s resolutions list include selling your house in 2021 and upgrading or downsizing your home?
If you’re planning on selling your house during the spring real estate selling season of 2021, start thinking about what will attract buyers. You should also think about what will discourage buyers. Remember, you’re competing with other properties for sale on the real estate market. There are always 
home improvement projects that can help. Easy upgrades to the interior include a fresh coat of paint, updated lighting fixtures, new vinyl and carpet, refinished hardwoods and de-cluttering. These are all great things to get prospective buyers excited to make an offer. However, don’t forget about curb appeal.
The adage, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression,” is never more true than when selling your house. Low interest rates are keeping the housing market vibrant and bustling. Complete Power Wash can make your Hagerstown, MD-area home look new again. Our techs are cleaning experts when it comes to pressure washing siding, shingles, sidewalks, fences, decks, gutters and more. They can even remove graffiti using the softwash method of cleaning.
Softwash is a Safe Wash
Softwash is the technique most pressure washing professionals use on even the toughest dirt and grime. Complete Power Wash techs are trained in the best way to use softwash. Our techs use just enough water pressure with gentle, environmentally-friendly detergents. These detergents are used to weaken the grip of dirt, mold, mildew and other natural elements. Once the detergent takes affect, the technician can gently wash away the grime with just the right amount of pressure.
Softwash also limits the mess that most amateur power washing companies leave behind. The homeowner does not want to hire a pressure washing company and have a worse-looking property when the bill is paid.
Why Hire CPW to Pressure Wash Your Home?
“Amazing customer service. I hired Complete and crew for my relative’s house wash and the results were amazing. Communication and customer service is key and they went above and beyond. I will definitely use them again.” – Joe D.
Come spring, the Complete Power Wash techs will be working throughout the greater Hagerstown, MD area, including Boonsboro, Clear Spring, Myersville, Maugansville, Keedysville, Williamsport, Funkstown, Hancock, etc… They will also continue serving most of Frederick County, MD. CPW techs also clean residences and commercial buildings in nearby Greencastle, PA and Martinsburg, WV.
Call 301.842.2290 or contact us to schedule a free estimate.
To see a gallery of our pressure washing work in the Tri-state area of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, click here.
A Look Back at 2020 and Forward with New Year’s Resolutions
The Year 2021 is almost here, along with New Year’s Resolutions and a Look Back at 2020.
The year 2021 is at our doorstep and for many people around the world, it couldn’t get here soon enough. Each new year brings reflections of the last and dreams of what the new one holds. Although, after closing out a very tough year, many may be fearful of what is to come. We choose to move forward with great hope!
This post will look back on the “Year of the Pandemic,” and broaden the lens to see that it wasn’t all about quarantining and wearing masks. We’ll also 
look forward to what we hope will be a much different year ahead.
As people are making their New Year’s resolutions for 2021, we thought it would be interesting to see what people are planning to do after the last verse of Auld Lang Syne is sung. After a year of being stuck at home, we were surprised that top resolutions included spending more time with family and less time on social media. To learn more, read the full article here.
This list is a good one, but we know that homeowners may have other resolutions too. After taking down the Christmas lights and getting through the winter weather, improving the look of the house will soon be a priority for some.
Cleaning Your Home in 2021
If your resolutions include a full cleaning of your home in 2021, please let us help. You will have to take care of the interior, but our pressure washing experts know how to clean the exterior, and how do it the right way. The right way includes using a softwash approach that will clean all surfaces — shingles, gutters, siding, walkways, awnings, fences and more — without damage. Contact us here or by calling our Hagerstown, MD office at 301.842.2290. You can also email our office staff at sandy@completepowerwash.com.
While looking forward to 2021, we decided to search for good news from 2020. There was plenty of bad news which often dominated the major news casts, but good news — while rarely reported — was there to be found. The headlines below are a sample of the good news just from the last month. Read more good news by clicking on this link.
Good News Headlines from 2020
Lonely Grandma Receives Over 1,000 Christmas Cards
Ex-wife of Amazon CEO has Given Away $4 Billion in Last Four Months to Help Those Affected by the Pandemic
New Zealand Buys Enough COVID Vaccine for its Pacific Islander Neighbors
Zoom is Lifting its 40-Minute Time Limit for the Holidays So the World Can Spend Time With Loved Ones
Kindness in West Virginia: Police Give Traffic Violators Gift Cards Instead of Tickets
Happy New Year!
Christmas Parties in a Clean House
Christmas parties will soon be in the works and all the talk will be around “what to serve” and “what to wear.”
Photo by PhotoMIX Ltd.
[Safe] Christmas parties can be fun to plan, because friends and family gather and enjoy each other during “the most wonderful time of the year.” Below is a link to a recipe for a hosting a great Christmas party. One thing the list fails to mention is your house’s exterior. It likely assumes your home will be adorned with Christmas decorations that twinkle and sparkle. However, your home may need to be cleaned, because beautiful lights on an ugly background can ruin the entire picture.
Imagine your guests walking up on freshly pressure washed walkways leading to a house that looks like it was just built in time for the party. The party will be off to a great start before the front door opens.
Pressure Wash Before Christmas
Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD still has some openings for pressure washing your home in December. However, there are only a few good-weather days between now and your Christmas gathering. To schedule one of our cleaning techs, contact us here or call 301.842.220. Our email address is sandy@completepowerwash.com. Our techs are experts in house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning. Click on this link to see pictures of our work.
Planning a Christmas Party
Click here to read all about planning the perfect Christmas party. The article includes a checklist of important ideas for your party, including theme suggestions. It also includes great party games and activities like gift relays, gingerbread house competitions and karaoke. Just imagine an evening of eggnog and song. It will an event that will be remembered for many years.
Christmas Quotes
“Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day.” – Helen Steiner Rice
“Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as opening our hearts.” – Janice Maeditere
“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens
Have a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
Being Thankful During Thanksgiving Week
We hope you have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
We at Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD truly hope, that on Thursday, you stop and reflect on all your blessings, even as we wrap up one of the toughest years ever. It’s easy to reflect on all the negatives of 2020, but if you have been blessed with family, friends, children, faith, a job, a 
home and/or anything that makes life a little better, take time to reflect on those blessings. Our intention is to do the same, going into the Christmas season with a grateful attitude.
“The heart that gives thanks is a happy one, for we cannot feel thankful and unhappy at the same time.” — Douglas Wood
How to Plan a Thanksgiving Gathering
Photo by cottonbro
Are you hosting a Thanksgiving gathering at your home in 2020? If so, please remember to be safe as it relates to spreading germs. Second, put a solid plan, with a to-do list, together so you can have fewer worries and enjoy the holiday. This article offers a cheat sheet for your Thanksgiving gathering. It covers everything from guests with dietary restrictions to selecting a turkey to serving dessert.
We hope your meal tastes great, your football team wins and you make timeless memories.
The History of Thanksgiving in America
The first Thanksgiving between the Pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians happened in the fall of 1621, about 10 months after the Mayflower landed in Plymouth, MA. Only 44 of the 102 original voyagers were alive due to hardships of the first year. The celebration was for the great harvest, which happened because the Native-American Indians taught them about growing local crops. The Pilgrims were appreciated, because they had helped the Wampanoags fight back a rival tribe that attacked earlier in the year.
Thankful for our Clients’ Kind Words
“Our dirty roof was gross! It ruined the whole exterior appearance of our home. Immediately after you treated it, the roof looked like new… nice and clean! Thanks for doing such a good job..” – Sue M.
“Great job! Professional service. The house looks brand new.” – Terry M.
Contact Us for Pressure Washing
If you would like to experience the kind of pressure washing service that these customers enjoyed, contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD. Contact us here or call us at 301.842.220. Our email address is sandy@completepowerwash.com.
Complete Power Wash pressure washing techs are experts in house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning. They are also trained in commercial and industrial power washing. They use the softwash technique, because it is the safest cleaning method when using high pressure equipment.
To see a gallery of our pressure washing work in the greater Hagerstown, MD area, click here. Our pros also clean residences and businesses in nearby Greencastle, PA and Martinsburg, WV.
Thank You to Our Veterans on Veterans Day
We say “Thank you” to all of the military veterans for your service to our country.
Did You Know: Originally, Veterans Day was called “Armistice Day.” The holiday was created to commemorate the signing of the armistice with Germany that ended the first World War. The focus of Armistice Day was on the veterans of that war, though it was always meant to honor all veterans of foreign wars. It was to honor those who risked their lives on the battlefield to secure the freedoms of all Americans.
During the holiday’s inception, Congress also made November 11th a day of prayer and thanksgiving. The legislators also expressed a desire that the U.S. flag be on display during this day and that special ceremonies be held. Finally, in 1938, Armistice Day became a permanent, official public holiday. Over time, with the passing away of the World War I generation, the focus on the 1918 Armistice was lost and the name of the holiday was changed. Today, Veterans Day is generally regarded as honoring all those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, rather than only those who actually fought.
“The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” — Jeff Miller
Contact Complete Power Wash for Pressure Washing in November
If you need our pressure washing services in November, please contact us by clicking here. You can also call our Hagerstown, MD office at 301.842.220 or email us at sandy@completepowerwash.com.
Our cleaning techs us the softwash technique. Softwash is the perfect combination of gentle detergents and the right water pressure. This is crucial to make sure no damage is done, because too much pressure from a power washing unit can be costly.
Our Pressure Washing Services
Complete Power Wash pressure washing techs are experts in house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning. They are also trained in commercial and industrial power washing.
We pressure wash houses and businesses throughout the Tri-State area. That area includes Hagerstown, Clean Spring, Boonsboro, Smithsburg and Funkstown in Maryland; Greencastle, Waynesboro and State Line in Pennsylvania; and Falling Waters and Martinsburg in West Virginia. To see a gallery of our pressure washing work in the greater Hagerstown, MD area, click here.
Pressure Washing Your Home Before the Holidays
Contact us now to schedule a pressure washing appointment before the holidays, and your guests, arrive.
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” is the lyric from one of the most-beloved Christmas songs. However, for those hosting holiday guests, it can also be the most stressful time of the year. And that’s the norm, even when there isn’t a global pandemic that makes everything even more stressful. But we at Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD want to help ease some of that anxiety. While you focus on the meal and holiday decorations, we’ll get the exterior of your home ready to receive and impress your guests.
Photo by Element5 Digital
Right now is a great time to step out and access your home’s outward appearance. That is, right after you finishing ready this pressure washing blog post.
Is your siding, roof, gutters, deck and sidewalks clean and fresh or dirty and scary, as though it’s decorated for Halloween? Wouldn’t it be great if those surfaces were clean, sparkling like the lights on a Christmas tree?
The Complete Power Wash cleaning techs still have a few openings on the schedule between now and Thanksgiving. If you’re not hosting people until Christmas, don’t wait on contacting us, because other customers and the weather can quickly crunch our time in December. You can schedule a cleaning appointment easily by clicking here.
Softwash is the Best, Safest Way to Pressure Wash
Complete Power Wash techs will use the softwash method to clean your home for the upcoming holiday season. Softwash is the perfect balance of water pressure and environmentally-friendly detergents. Blasting away dirt, grime and stains can easily damage surfaces. Intense water pressure can scar and cause costly damage to even the hardest building materials.
Our techs use softwash while serving residents and businesses throughout the Tri-State (Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia) area. Those areas include Hagerstown, Hancock, Clean Spring, Boonsboro, Smithsburg, Myersville and Funkstown in Maryland. In Pennsylvania they travel to Greencastle, Waynesboro and State Line. Our West Virginia cleaning service areas include Falling Waters, Inwood and Martinsburg.
Pressure Washing Testimonial
“The crew from Complete Power Wash did an excellent job on our roof and siding. So nice to come home to a clean house! Great people to work with!” – Barry M.
Schedule a Pressure Washing Appointment
If you would like to experience the kind of pressure washing service that these customers enjoyed, contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD. Contact us here or call us at 301.842.220. Our email address is sandy@completepowerwash.com.
Our Pressure Washing Services
Complete Power Wash pressure washing techs are experts in roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning. They are also trained in commercial and industrial power washing.
To see a gallery of our pressure washing work in the greater Hagerstown, MD area, click here. Our pros also clean residences and businesses in nearby Greencastle, PA and Martinsburg, WV.
Outdoor Gatherings on Your Deck or Patio
Fall is here and the weather is perfect for outdoor gatherings. Is your deck and/or patio ready to entertain guests?
With mild daytime temperatures and cool evenings, it is the perfect time to invite friends over for outdoor gatherings. Cookouts or relaxing around the fire pit is what many people long for during the summer days. Those days are now here. However, many may not be ready, because they put off 
scheduling a pressure washing appointment.
Now, go and look at those outdoor surfaces and make a note of what you see. Does your deck or patio have ugly stains? Is it green or black where it shouldn’t be green or black? If the answer is yes to either question, know that these dark areas can be more than the difference between a beautiful home and an unsightly house. And while these stains are detracting from your home’s beauty, the real problem will come is a few short years. Those stains can cause expensive damage and cause health concerns, because they are caused by harmful elements. Those elements cause rot and may even be a health hazard.
Such contaminants need to be pressure washed away sooner rather than later.
The average lifespan of deck materials is between 15 and 20 years. Unwanted element buildup can take years off that lifespan. And, we have yet to find anyone who wants to spend thousands of dollars on a new deck, because of neglect. Clean your deck now and save big bucks in the long run!
Patio cleaning is important too, but more because of looks and again, the potential health concern. Hardscape that is professionally cleaned can look beautiful again.
The Solution to the Problem
The pressure washing experts at Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD have years of training in the proper cleaning of deck materials and hardscapes. Many people think you can just “blast away” grime on patio blocks and concrete, but that’s a bad assumption. Block can break under 
intense water pressure and concrete can easily scar. This damage costs lots of money to fix. It could cost nearly one-third of the price of the deck.
And don’t hire just anyone who claims to have a “pressure washing business.” Amateurs can do a lot of harm and disappear quickly with your hard-earned money.
Complete Power Wash‘s pressure washing experts use the softwash approach. Softwash ensures your deck and/or patio will be cleaned safely and thoroughly. Softwash is a combination of gentle water pressure and environmentally-safe detergents. This approach is the best for cleaning with little to no threat of damage to wood, composite decks or patio materials. Our techs are trained to clean the right way with the right products.
The techs will also give you a proper assessment of your other building materials that may be in danger of a shortened life due to harmful element buildup. Click on these links to see how we clean with our house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning services.
Contact Us for a Fall Pressure Washing
To contact us about a free pressure washing estimate, call 301-842-2290 or to contact us online, just click here. Our email address is sandy@completepowerwash.com. Click here to see a gallery of our pressure washing work or to read reviews.
Complete Power Wash pressure washes homes and businesses throughout the Tri-State area of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania.
October is Here and There’s Work to be Done
October is upon us and it’s a great time to be outside for work and play.
We’re closing out September and entering October, which means fall is here and the work that comes with it. Thankfully, it’s not all work and no fun, because pumpkin patches and other outdoor activities are encouraged during the lingering pandemic. So, let’s make that list of weekend to-dos, and 
plan a balanced approach of work and fun during the cool, October days. We’ve provided a list below that may help in building your own.
And, if one of your list items is “exterior house washing,” you can count on us.
Connect with us you need pressure washing done at your Tri-state area home. Our pressure washing experts use the softwash technique to clean just about any surface on the exterior of your home or business. Softwash is the best and safest way to pressure wash. The right amount of water pressure and environmentally-friendly detergents keep building materials from harm. Our professionals have years of experience and training to restore your home to its original beauty.
Our Pressure Washing Services
Complete Power Wash techs are the local pressure washing experts in house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning.
You will love the way your home looks after our techs get to the root of the problems that cause the growth in the first place. That problem is usually a moisture-induced fungus that needs to be neutralized through an effective pressure washing process. The result is a clean house now and one that will stay cleaner for much longer than a typical cleaning.
To schedule us for an October pressure washing appointment, contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD. Contact us here or call us at 301.842.220. Our email address is sandy@completepowerwash.com.
Fall To-Do List
With fall being a busier season, we think this checklist is a great way to be ready for the shorter days, colder nights and holidays that are on the horizon.
Here is the list. For even more suggestions, click on the link to get all the details.
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Clean and store summer gear
- Set up a family calendar
- Clear the way for easy weeknight dinners
- Share your backyard harvest from your garden
- Clean carpets and floors
- Organize for back to school
- Check emergency kits
- Make sure the holiday decorations are organized and ready to use
- Schedule “do-nothing” and “fun” time for fall
- Clean and organize storage places, such as the basement or garage
- Finish up outdoor projects, such as landscaping
- Check your home for signs of pests and places they can enter
- BONUS: Make sure siding, gutters and sidewalks are cleaned by a professional pressure washing company.
To read all the details about this list, click here to link to the article from HOUZZ.
Our Service Area in the Tri-state Area
Complete Power Wash does gutter cleaning and general pressure washing in the entire Tri-State area of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. This includes (in Maryland) Clear Spring, Hagerstown, Hancock, Funkstown, Williamsport, Smithsburg, Sharpsburg, Myersville, Brunswick, Boonsboro, Keedysville, Middletown, and Burkittsville. In West Virginia we serve the communities of Falling Waters, Marlowe, Martinsburg, Berkeley Springs, Hedgesville and Shepherdstown. In Pennsylvania, we serve State Line, Greencastle and Waynesboro residents and businesses.
Complete Power Wash is a professional pressure washing company in Hagerstown, MD. The CPW techs clean the exteriors of homes, businesses and churches in Western Maryland’s Tri-state area. That area includes parts of West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Frederick County, MD. The techs use the softwash cleaning method, the safest pressure washing technique.