What does commercial pressure washing include?
Sidewalks, entrances and plazas take a beating from foot traffic, weather and spilled food and drink. Commercial pressure washing lifts the grime, gum and dark buildup that regular sweeping leaves behind, so the approach to your building looks cared for and walking surfaces are less slippery for tenants, customers and staff.
This service covers flat hard surfaces at ground level. Oil and grease stains need a different process, covered by our concrete degreasing service, while walls and cladding fall under building exterior washing. Many sites book them together so one crew handles the whole exterior in a single visit.
- Sidewalks, walkways and building entrances
- Plazas, courtyards and outdoor seating areas
- Storefront frontages and window-line paving
- Loading areas and dock aprons
- Chewing gum removal from high-traffic paving
- Dumpster pads and waste enclosure floors
- Stairs, ramps and curbs
- Moss and algae on shaded paving
What’s included
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Site walkthrough We confirm surfaces, water access, drainage and any areas that need protecting before work starts.
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Pre-sweep and debris removal Loose litter, leaves and grit are cleared first so the wash reaches the surface.
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Surface-matched pressure Pressure and nozzle choice suit concrete, pavers or brick to avoid etching and joint damage.
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Gum and spot treatment Gum, drink spills and dark traffic marks are pre-treated and lifted from the paving.
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Frontage detailing Edges, corners, curbs and the strip along storefront windows get hand attention, not just open paving.
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Wash water management We protect catch basins and landscaping and direct runoff according to site and municipal requirements.
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Public courtesy Cones and signage keep pedestrians clear of wet areas, and we keep entrances usable where possible.
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Flexible timing Early morning, evening and weekend visits keep work away from your busiest hours.
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Final rinse Residue and loosened debris are rinsed away, and cones stay in place until walking surfaces are safe again.
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Supervisor sign-off A supervisor inspects the finished area, and any missed spot is corrected within 48 hours.
Properties we serve
Retail & shopping centres
Storefront walkways, plazas and entrances kept clean and inviting for shoppers year-round.
Offices & corporate buildings
Main entrances, courtyards and outdoor break areas that visitors and staff see first.
Industrial & warehouse
Loading areas, dock aprons and staff walkways cleaned of grit and built-up grime.
Strata & property management
Common walkways, entry plazas and garbage enclosures for strata and multi-unit sites.
Schools & campuses
Entrances, courtyards and gathering areas washed on weekends or outside class time.
Government & public facilities
Public entrances, plazas and accessible ramps at civic and service buildings.
How often should commercial sidewalks and entrances be pressure washed?
Busy retail entrances, food court patios and transit-facing plazas often need pressure washing monthly or quarterly. Quieter office walkways may only need a spring and fall clean. Lower Mainland rain keeps shaded paving damp for months, so moss and algae return faster on north-facing and tree-covered areas. A free walkthrough sets the right frequency for your site.
We work early mornings, evenings or weekends so entrances stay usable during business hours, and we can pair washing with other commercial cleaning services on the same schedule. Request a quote and we will send a written scope within one business day, with no obligation.
How it works
Starting service is simple
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Free site walkthrough
Tell us about your facility. We visit, confirm the scope and send a written quote.
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Custom cleaning plan
Nightly, weekend or day porter schedules built around your operating hours.
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Inspected & reported
Supervisor inspections, daily logs and corrective action within 48 hours.
Safety, insurance and compliance
Pressure washing in public spaces means managing wet surfaces, hoses and people walking past. Our crews set up cones and signage, keep equipment clear of doorways and follow site-specific safety procedures on every job. Supervisors check the finished work and log every visit, so you have a record for your property file.
- $5,000,000 commercial general liability insurance
- Bonded, uniformed staff
- Active WorkSafeBC coverage
- WHMIS-trained team members
- Supervisor inspections and daily logs
Service areas
Serving Surrey and the Lower Mainland
We pressure wash sidewalks, entrances and plazas for commercial properties across Surrey, the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley.
FAQ
Commercial pressure washing FAQs
Can pressure washing remove chewing gum from sidewalks?
Yes. We pre-treat gum and lift it using pressure matched to the paving. Most gum comes away cleanly, although older deposits on porous concrete can leave a faint shadow. We point out any marks that remain. Regular visits keep new gum from building up into large patches.
Do you remove oil stains when pressure washing?
Oil and grease need degreasers and hot water rather than pressure alone. We handle them through our concrete degreasing and oil stain removal service, which can be booked on the same visit as your walkway and entrance washing.
Will pressure washing damage concrete or pavers?
Not when it is done correctly. We match pressure, nozzle and distance to the surface, test a small area first where needed and take care around paver joints, sealed finishes and older, softer concrete. If a surface is already damaged or crumbling, we flag it before cleaning.
What happens to the wash water?
We plan water handling during the walkthrough. Crews protect catch basins and planting beds, keep runoff away from doorways and parked cars, and follow the property’s and the municipality’s requirements for the site. If your site has its own environmental rules, we build them into the written scope.
Can you pressure wash while our business is open?
Yes, although early mornings, evenings and weekends usually cause the least disruption. When we work during opening hours, we section off one area at a time with cones and signage so customers can still reach your entrance safely.
Do you also clean parking lots and parkades?
Yes. Drive aisles, stalls and parkade levels are covered by our parking lot and parkade cleaning service, which adds sweeping and litter control. It can be scheduled alongside entrance and sidewalk washing.
Are your pressure washing crews insured?
Yes. We carry $5,000,000 commercial general liability insurance, our staff are bonded, and we maintain active WorkSafeBC coverage. Team members are WHMIS-trained and work to site-specific safety procedures. Supervisors inspect completed work and record each visit in a daily log.
How do I get a pressure washing quote?
Call us or send a request with the site location and the areas you want cleaned. We reply within one business day, book a free on-site walkthrough and send a written scope and quote.
Book a pressure washing walkthrough
Tell us which walkways, entrances and plazas need attention and we will recommend a schedule and send a written quote.