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Happy New Year 2024!
“Happy New Year” from the Complete Power Wash team!
Santa has come and gone and the new year is here! It’s a great time to take a personal inventory and make lists about how 2024 will be more productive than 2023. These resolutions may include paying off debt, adopting a better diet, buying a house, going to the gym, etc…. The most important part is persevering and completing the goal — or goals — on the list. Making the list is the easy part. Making progress on it past several months is the hard part.
According to the experts, it’s best to be specific about your resolutions. It’s also good to make a plan to maximize your efforts to achieve those goals. Click on this VeryWellMind.com article for 10 steps to help you with your strategy for success with 
your 2024 New Year’s resolutions.
Is one of your resolutions beautifying your home in 2024? If so, this will be any easy one to complete, as in Complete Power Wash. Their pressure washing experts know how to clean the exterior of your home in a way that makes it look new again. The right way includes using a softwash approach to clean all surfaces — shingles, gutters, siding, walkways, awnings, fences and more — without damage. Contact them here or by calling their Hagerstown, MD office at 301.842.2290. You can also email the office staff at sandy@completepowerwash.com.
New Year’s Quotes
“With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
“Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis
“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” – Martin Luther King
“Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one.” – Brad Paisley
Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas from Complete Power Wash
Everyone at Complete Power Wash wishes you a wonderful Christmas season!
I heard the bells on Christmas Day
Their old, familiar carols play,
And wild and sweet
The words repeat
Of peace on earth, good-will to men!
Many know these as words from an old Christmas carol, but they were first written in a poem from the heart of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He wrote these words soon after hearing of his son’s severe wound while fighting in the Civil War, and just a few years removed from his wife’s tragic death in a fire 
that also disfigured the poet as he tried to save his wife.
The holidays often bring up extreme emotions; some good and some painful. The CPW staff hopes you and your family are in a good season of life. For those who aren’t, they hope the joy of Christmas will shine through in a way to boost your spirits. They truly wish you a merry Christmas, a joyous holiday season and a great start to the year of 2024!
This is also a great time for them to say “thank you” to all of their clients, who made 2023 a special year. They look forward to serving them again in the future. We hope the new year is a prosperous one for all, with “peace of earth, good-will to (all) men (women and children).”
And while you’re waiting for Santa and the New Year to arrive, enjoy reading about the way others celebrate Christmas around the world and holiday trivia.
Christmas Traditions from Other Countries
GERMANY
In Germany, it is traditional for children to decorate their Christmas lists with pictures and then leave them on the windowsill overnight. Then, the Christkind delivers gifts at Christmas. Also in Germany, it’s a tradition to leave a shoe or boot outside the front door on December 5, so that Sinterklaas will put small presents in their shoes for the following morning (Saint Nicholas Day).
GREAT BRITAIN
Mistletoe was first hung as a Christmas decoration in Great Britain. However, the tradition of kissing under the mistletoe is thought to have originated in other parts of Europe.
JAPAN
Children in Japan receive their Christmas presents on their pillow during Christmas night. Many Japanese families serve fried chicken as their traditional Christmas meal.
RUSSIA
Here, Christmas is celebrated on January 7, and Babouschka brings gifts to children.
Babouschka, meaning old woman or grandmother in Russian, is based on the biblical story of the woman who didn’t give a gift to the baby Jesus. So, to repent, she gives gifts to children. Wonder why we celebrate Christmas on December 25 anyway? Here’s where the tradition came from.
Christmas Trivia
1. Which country did eggnog come from?
2. 
What do people traditionally put on top of a Christmas tree?
3. How many gifts in total were given in The Twelve Days of Christmas song?
4. What popular Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving?
5. Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
6. The movie Miracle on 34th Street is based on a real-life department store. What is it?
7. In the song Frosty the Snowman, what made Frosty come to life?
8. What do kids in Sweden leave for Santa?
NOTE: The answers are listed below.
Merry Christmas!
To find out more about Complete Power Wash‘s exterior cleaning services, click here to send a message or call their Clear Spring, MD office at 301.842.2290. Their services include house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning. The CPW cleaning techs are also trained in commercial and industrial power washing, using the softwash approach to clean safely and effectively.
Click here to see a gallery of Complete Power Wash pressure washing work and here to read reviews.
Christmas Trivia Answers
- England
- Angel
364- Jingle Bells
- Germany
- Macy’s
- An old silk hat
- Coffee
A Clean House for the Christmas Party Season
Complete Power Wash has pressure washing appointments available before Christmas.
Are your Christmas party plans in motion? If so, your mind is probably working overtime, because you want it to be great for your guests. That includes the right food, music, outfit, date, decorations, guest list and about 25 other things. The professional pressure washing staff at Complete Power Wash want to make sure you have considered your front walk. Does it lead to a clean doorway that’s part of a clean house?
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There’s an old saying that goes, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” This is usually about a personal interaction. In this case, it’s about the dirty location of your Christmas party or the clean location of your Christmas party. You want it to be memorable for the right reasons. A clean home — inside and out — is more likely to make it memorable for the RIGHT reason.
It’s ideal to pressure wash before the Christmas decorations go up, but if Santa is already on the lawn, the cleaning techs can work around old St. Nick. The CPW cleaning experts are the local professionals for house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning.
Schedule a Pressure Washing Appointment Before Christmas
The CPW staff — based in Hagerstown, MD and serving the Tri-state area — still have some openings for pressure washing your home in December. Contact them soon, as there are likely only a few good-weather days between now and your Christmas gathering. To schedule a cleaning tech, contact them here or call 301.842.220. Their email address is sandy@completepowerwash.com. Click on this link to see pictures of their pressure washing work.
Planning a Christmas Party or an Outing During the Holidays?
Click here to read all about planning the perfect Christmas party. The article includes a step-by-step list of important ideas for your party. It also includes great party games and theme ideas. Just imagine an evening of eggnog, song and laughter. It will an event that will be remembered for many years. Click here if you need a Christmas playlist of top songs of the season.
Some people would rather do anything EXCEPT host a party. If that’s you, click here to see the December events scheduled for the greater Hagerstown, 
MD area. Some highlights include John Tesh’s Jazzy Swingin’ Christmas Concert, The Nutcracker, Breakfast with Santa, Christmas carriage rides, and much more.
Christmas Poems
The First Christmas
It never snows at Christmas in that dry and dusty land.
Instead of freezing blizzards, there are palms and drifting sands,
and years ago a stable and a most unusual star
and three wise men who followed it, by camel, not by car,
while, sleepy on the quiet hills, a shepherd gave a cry.
He’d seen a crowd of angels in the silent starlit sky.
In the stable, ox and ass stood very still and calm
and gazed upon the baby, safe and snug in Mary’s arms.
And Joseph, lost in shadows, face lit by an oil lamp’s glow
stood wondering, that first Christmas Day, two thousand years ago.– Marian Swinger
Christmas Bells
I heard the bells on Christmas Day
Their old, familiar carols play,
And wild and sweet
The words repeat
Of peace on earth, good-will to men!– Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Happy Thanksgiving from the CPW Staff!
The CPW staff hopes your family has a happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving is the perfect holiday to lead into the Christmas season and beyond. The Complete Power Wash staff members truly hope that you’ll take some time to reflect on all your blessings of 2023, such as good health, a home, friends, children, faith, a job, a pet, etc…It’s a great way to go into the Christmas season being grateful for what has already been received.Are you thinking of hiring a professional pressure washing company in December or in early 2024? If so, the CPW techs are the local pressure washing experts for deck cleaning, house washing and roof cleaning. They 
also clean residences and commercial buildings, including industrial power washing. Contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD to schedule an appointment by calling 301-842-2290 or clicking here to contact the CPW staff online for a free estimate. They work throughout Washington County, MD and in nearby Frederick County, Greencastle, PA and Martinsburg, WV.
Consider this Thanksgiving history and trivia as you’re checking your December calendar for an appointment.
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.
Thanksgiving Trivia
1. What year was the celebration that is most commonly considered to be the first Thanksgiving?
A: 1621. This is the celebration that people most often talk about when they are talking about the “first” Thanksgiving. But there are others that are claimed to be the first Thanksgiving. There was another celebration in Plymouth in 1623 and one in Boston in 1631 that people claim was the actual first Thanksgiving.
2. How long did the first Thanksgiving celebration last?
A: Three days. It was celebrated much earlier than our current celebration, possibly in late September. There were about 50 European settlers and around 90 native Americans (from the Wampanoag tribe) who attended the multi-day feast.
3. Under which president did Thanksgiving become an annual holiday?
A: Abraham Lincoln. The U.S. has celebrated Thanksgiving off and on since 1774. On November, 26, 1789 George Washington made a proclamation that the country would celebrate a day of thanksgiving to God. Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday after Sarah Joseph Hale, the woman who wrote “Mary Had A Little Lamb,” convinced Lincoln to make Thanksgiving a national holiday. That came after writing letters to him for 17 years.
Thankful for Complete Power Wash Client Testimonials
“The crew that performed the work were very professional…. All the downspouts were restored to their former state. I’m very pleased with the 
results and it was exactly as described to me by Sandy (of Complete Power Wash).” – Leonard T.
“They cleaned our home. We are completely satisfied and will differently be using them again!” – Kyle H.
“The crew from Complete Power Wash did an excellent job on our roof and siding. So nice to come home to a clean house!” – Barry M.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Getting Your Home Ready for Holiday Guests
With Thanksgiving three weeks away and Christmas decorations going up soon after that, let’s make sure your home is clean inside and out.
The Halloween decorations are now away and plans are being made for Thanksgiving day. The plans, the menu, the football schedule and the shopping plans for Black Friday are starting to come together. It’s a busy time, but don’t forget to look at your home’s exterior to make sure it’s presentable for 
holiday guests. Is the siding clean? What about the sidewalks, porches and decks? Does your house look more ready for trick-or-treaters — as in being scary — than family and friends? If you run the vacuum, pressure washing pros can handle the outside needs.
The professional cleaning techs at Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD can make your home look almost new again. Contact the office soon to get on the schedule before the Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays. Remember that inclement weather can be an issue, especially in December. Call 301-842-2290 or click here to contact the Complete Power Wash staff online for a free pressure washing estimate.
Click here to see a gallery of Complete Power Wash pressure washing work and here to read reviews.
Good Reasons to hire a Professional Pressure Washing Company
CPW techs expertly use professional pressure washing equipment. Certain building materials need to be cleaned certain ways. An inexperienced pressure washer or a homeowner may THINK they know how to clean. Blasting into siding, wood, brick and concrete seems right to amateurs working with high-
pressure tools. However, this can easily lead to damage, costing significantly more than hiring a professional pressure washing company.
Scaring up the exterior isn’t the only damage that can be caused by novices. Getting water inside the exterior walls can lead to mold, mildew and other harmful elements, which can cause health hazards. Broken windows, gouged wood, chipped paint, and scarred walkways and driveways round out the top “bad outcomes” from pressure washing equipment in the wrong hands. Just consider how much money you WON’T save when paying to correct these issues.
Complete Power Wash techs use the softwash cleaning technique. They 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. CPW employs the area’s cleaning experts in house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning. They also clean businesses and do industrial pressure washing.
Thanksgiving Ideas for Making a Great Holiday Experience
Whether you have hosted Thanksgiving dinner many times or this is your first time, it’s always good to get some help. It’s a big job to host holiday guests and those welcoming the guests should get to enjoy the day too. Here is an article of 23 tips for a great Thanksgiving experience. Since the holiday is all about the meal, help with recipes is always appreciated. Click on this Delish article for 50 traditional recipes for the day.
Halloween, November and Pressure Washing Before the Holidays
Welcome to the last two months of 2023 and the most memorable part of the year.
Welcome to (almost) November. Of course the candy being passed out and the Halloween fun being had is still a few days away. But beyond that, November is the month that reminds us to be thankful. It’s also the month to have some pre-winter fun and a GREAT month to have your home pressure washed by professionals. November’s warm days and chilly nights make it the perfect time to gather with loved ones around a fire pit for great 
conversation and lasting memories. It’s also a great time to enjoy lots of outdoor fun or enjoy a unique event in the Tri-state area.
Some of the top events include the Tim Hawkins Concert (3rd), American Girl Live Concert (5th), and Thanksgiving (23rd). There are plenty of great opportunities to enjoy in November, IF your calendar is not loaded with to-dos.
And while you’re clearing your schedule to have fun, the Complete Power Wash techs will be happy to get your home ready for holiday guests. Contact them here to schedule a pressure washing appointment to clean your roof, sidewalks, siding, gutters, deck, and/or fence. They still have some openings on on their schedules, because the rush has yet to begin.
November Celebrations and Special Days
Aviation History Month
Child Safety Protection Month
National Adoption Awareness Month
National Caregivers Appreciation Month
National Diabetes Awareness Month
National Model Railroad Month
Native American Heritage Month
Great American Smoke Out – third Thursday (15th) in November
Thanksgiving – Eat, drink, and be thankful, fourth Thursday (23rd)
Click this link to read all of the November special days and celebrations.
Complete Power Wash’s Cleaning Services
Contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD to schedule a cleaning appointment. In addition to deck cleaning, the CPW techs are the local pressure washing experts in house washing and roof cleaning. They also clean residences and commercial buildings — including industrial power washing — in nearby Frederick County, Greencastle, PA and Martinsburg, WV.
Call 301-842-2290 or click here to contact the Complete Power Wash staff online for a free pressure washing estimate.
Click here to see a gallery of Complete Power Wash pressure washing work.
It’s October, is Your Deck Clean?
Call Complete Power Wash to clean your deck in time for October gatherings.
Does your deck or patio have ugly stains? Is it green or black where it shouldn’t be green or black? Do you plan to host guests this fall to enjoy a nice afternoon and evening on your ugly deck?
May it never be! The cleaning professionals at Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD can save you such an embarrassment if you call soon to schedule a deck cleaning. They are the Tri-state area’s experts for cleaning wood and composite decks. They also know how to clean and restore the like-new-again look of hardscape patios.
And while everyone will agree the stains mentioned above are ugly, the real problem will come a few years down the road. Those stains are the build up of grime and other harmful elements. Such natural contaminants need to be pressure washed away — by a professional who knows how to do it safely — sooner rather than later.
The Right Solution for Safe Deck Cleaning
The Complete Power Wash cleaning experts have years of training in the proper cleaning of deck and patio materials. The techs will also give you a proper assessment of your other building materials — siding, gutters, fencing, shingles, walkways, etc… — that may be in danger of a shortened life due to 
harmful element buildup.
And don’t hire just anyone who hands you a pressure washing business card. Decking and other building materials are easily scarred by high pressure cleaning. Professional pressure washing techs will use a the softwash approach to clean wood decks and hardscape patios safely. It’s is much cheaper to pay for a professional to clean than it is to pay a professional to replace building materials on your home or business.
Special Celebrations in October
October is a great month for fall gatherings and special celebrations. Of course the images of jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treaters dominate the latter half 
of the month. But before Halloween closes out the month, here is the list of other October 2023 celebrations:
- Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
- American Pharmacist Month
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- Clergy Appreciation Month
- Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Sarcastic Month (Like anyone needs this!)
The second week of October is Fire Prevention Week. Click here for a video that teaches children about fire safety.
Contact CPW for Deck Cleaning and any Pressure Washing Needs
Contact the Complete Power Wash office in Hagerstown, MD to schedule a cleaning appointment. In addition to deck cleaning, the CPW techs are the 
local pressure washing experts in house washing and roof cleaning. They also clean residences and commercial buildings — including industrial power washing — in nearby Frederick County, Greencastle, PA and Martinsburg, WV.
Click on this link to see a gallery of Complete‘s pressure washing work.
Call 301-842-2290 or click here to contact the Complete Power Wash staff online for a free pressure washing estimate.
Selling Your Home? Clean the Exterior First!
Are you selling your house in this crazy real estate market?
If you’re planning on selling your house during the fall real estate selling season, think about what will attract buyers. You should also think about what will discourage buyers. Remember, even though it is an incredible seller’s market, you’re competing with other properties for sale in the current market. There are always home improvement projects that can 
help. 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. The lack of inventory — houses for sale — is keeping the housing market vibrant and bustling. Complete Power Wash can make your Hagerstown, MD-area home look new again. The CPW techs are cleaning experts when it comes to pressure washing your home’s siding, shingles, sidewalks, fences, decks, gutters and more. They can even remove graffiti, erasing the ugliness that could turn perspective buyers off about your property and the general area.
Softwash is the Safest 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. They 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 “pay” for a cleaning and then realize their house looks no better then when they had several hundred more dollars in their pocket..
Why Hire Complete to Pressure Wash Your Home?
The Complete Power Wash techs will spend the next 80 days or so cleaning houses and businesses 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 Complete Power Wash‘s Hagerstown, MD office to schedule a free estimate.
Click here to see a gallery of their pressure washing work in the Tri-state area of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Are Your Gutters Ready for Storm Season?
Clean gutters keep rain water away from your foundation and family.
How often do you look at the gutters on your home or business? Many would be willing to bet it’s not very often, because after all, they’re just gutters. Many homeowners never think about gutters being the “framing” of the picture that is your home. Until homeowners experience exterior gutter cleaning, they don’t realize the beauty it adds to the overall look of the property.
And while nobody likes ugly, the worst thing that can happen is to have clogged gutters. That statement becomes all too true when it’s storming, because 
you DON’T want to be putting up an extension ladder in rain, wind and lightening. Misdirected rain water can also damage your home’s foundation, walls and other building materials where water can be trapped and cause rot. And trapped water cause mold, resulting in comprised indoor air quality. That puts your family at risk for short-term and long-term health issues.
Click here to read an article about the importance of keeping gutters clean. Clean gutters inside and out are worth the investment of hiring a professional pressure washing company like Complete Power Wash in Hagerstown, MD.
CPW for Cleaning Your Outdoor Living Space and More
The professionals at Complete Power Wash can clean gutters and are the local pressure washing experts in house washing, roof cleaning and so much 
more. They also clean and restore decks and patios, which are about to get more use as the hot weather fades.
The onset of “fall weather” likely has many thinking about outdoor gatherings. Warm days, cool evenings and plenty of daylight is the perfect recipe for those kinds of backyard parties. However, a filthy deck or patio — because you decided NOT to clean it in the spring or summer — is not the look you want when guests are on their way over. They may not say anything, but they might if your outdoor living space looks nearly new.
You clean up the yard and Complete‘s cleaning professionals will restore your deck boards and/or your patio’s hardscape.
Schedule Your Pressure Washing Appointment
Click here to schedule a pressure washing appointment for your gutters, deck or whatever you need cleaned. You can also contact their Hagerstown, MD office at 301.842.2290 or by emailing sandy@completepowerwash.com.
Complete Power Wash‘s pressure washing experts use the softwash cleaning technique. Softwash ensures your gutters and outdoor living space 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. The CPW techs are trained to clean the right way with the right products.
The CPW techs do gutter cleaning and general exterior cleaning in the Tri-State area of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. This includes (in Maryland) Clear Spring, Hagerstown, Hancock, Williamsport, Smithsburg, Sharpsburg, Myersville, Boonsboro, and Keedysville. In West Virginia they serve Falling Waters, Marlowe, Martinsburg, Berkeley Springs, Hedgesville and Shepherdstown. They serve homeowners and business owners in Greencastle, State Line and Waynesboro residents and businesses in nearby Pennsylvania.
Click here for September events and happenings in the CPW service area.
Back to School is Here and Labor Day is Coming Soon
Back-to-school season is here and parents are hoping for a great start before the next holiday weekend.
Busses are on the road. School supply aisles are in shambles. Teachers’ alarms are going off every morning across the Tri-state area. Summer is over. At least that’s the perspective of school-age students and their parents, as many children are now back in the classroom. Those parents are hoping for a great start to the new school year AND looking forward to a great Labor Day weekend. The best thing for success is to make a plan for both.
Many experts say to focus on preparing the children for the transition that comes with the new school year. Touring the school, meeting the teachers and connecting your child to a friend can all help with making this time easier on your student. Here is a good article of back-to-school tips. It also offers safety tips to ensure your child stays healthy.
Now you can start planning for the upcoming three-day weekend on September 2 – 4. Activities like camping, fishing, boating, golfing, biking are obvious ones for the Tri-state region leading up to grilling in the backyard or the local park on Labor Day. However, if those don’t do it for you, click on this article for other ideas for local fun.
Below are some interesting facts about the holiday and what to do if you want your home professionally cleaned this fall.
Seven Fun Trivia Facts About Labor Day
3) The first state to celebrate Labor Day was Oregon. The legal holiday was celebrated in 1887.Pressure Washing in Late Summer for Fall
Is your home ready for the great fall gatherings that everyone loves? Are the sidewalks, driveway, roof and siding clean and inviting for those guests?
If not, the professional pressure washing techs at Complete Power Wash are available to help. They are pressure washing experts in house washing, roof cleaning and deck and patio cleaning. The techs are experts in safely cleaning just about anything on your property. They use the softwash technique of gentle water pressure and environmentally-friendly detergents. Softwash is the safest way to pressure wash, guaranteeing no damage to your home or property. The detergents are also safe for plants, trees and your lawn.
Click here to see a gallery of Complete‘s pressure washing work in the greater Hagerstown, MD area. The professional pressure washers also clean residences and commercial buildings in nearby Frederick County, Greencastle, PA and Martinsburg, WV. They are also experts in industrial power washing.
Contact the Complete Power Wash office to schedule a pressure washing appointment. You can do so by clicking here, calling 301.842.220 or emailing sandy@completepowerwash.com.
Happy Labor Day!
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.