Purple Window Cleaning technician cleaning a residential patio door, seen from inside through the wet glass

Decks, patios and balconies

Deck, patio and balcony pressure washing

Outdoor space is precious in New York, and it gets dirty fast: pollen and leaves, soot from the street, a winter under snow. Purple Window Cleaning pressure washes and cleans decks, patios and balconies across the five boroughs, from brownstone backyards and roof decks to condo balconies and house patios.

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What we clean

  • Decks, including roof decks and backyard decks
  • Patios of stone, concrete or pavers
  • Balconies and terraces in apartment and condo buildings

Each surface gets the cleaning it can take. When we assess the job, we look at the material and its condition before deciding how to clean it.

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Why the pressure matters

The wrong pressure can do more harm than the dirt. Wood can splinter and turn fuzzy under a stream that's too strong, and composite decking comes with its own care instructions from the manufacturer. Concrete and stone patios can take more force. That's why the method is matched to the surface, not the other way around.

Balconies and roof decks in apartment buildings

A balcony drains onto the one below it, and a roof deck sits above someone's home, so apartment buildings often have rules about how and when outdoor space is washed. Tell us about your building's requirements when you request the estimate: the form has a step for insurance requirements and a field for the management contact. A Certificate of Insurance goes to building management before work begins.

Arched townhouse window seen from inside while a Purple Window Cleaning technician cleans it from the outside

Backyards and houses

In Brooklyn and Manhattan, a backyard often means a brownstone garden with a deck or a stone patio. In Queens, the Bronx and on Staten Island, it's more often a house with a deck, a patio and outdoor steps. Either way, we clean the outdoor surfaces so the space is ready to use. The windows can go on the same request; see residential window cleaning.

When to book

Spring is the natural time: the deck is cleaned before the outdoor season starts. A second clean in the fall takes off leaves, pollen and the summer's grime before winter. For a busy terrace or a restaurant patio, a regular schedule can be part of a recurring exterior maintenance program, with the dates and the budget agreed in advance.

Leaves and pollen left on a deck over the winter hold moisture against the surface, which is one more reason to clean before the cold months rather than after.

Brooklyn residential apartment buildings

Getting the space ready

A deck clean goes faster when the surface is clear. Before the visit, move furniture, planters and grills if you can, and put away anything fragile. Tell us about drains, outdoor outlets and lighting, and anything we should keep water away from. On a balcony or roof deck, let us know how the crew gets there and whether the building wants the work done at particular hours.

What's not included

Our service is cleaning. Sanding, sealing, staining and deck repairs aren't part of it.

Purple Window Cleaning technician in uniform washing a residential window with a squeegee and washer

How pricing works

Deck and patio cleaning is quoted per job after a free estimate, based on the size and material of the surface, its condition and how easily it can be reached. You get a straightforward quote with no hidden charges.

How it works

  1. Step 1

    Tell us about the space: decks, patios or balconies, roughly how big, which floor, and any building rules.

  2. Step 2

    We reply within two hours. If we need to see the surface first, we book a free estimate visit.

  3. Step 3

    Pick a time that suits you and, in an apartment building, your management.

  4. Step 4

    The surface is cleaned with the method chosen for it, and the space is ready to use.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Will pressure washing damage my wood deck?

It can if the pressure is too high, which is why wood is cleaned with a method suited to it. We look at the deck before choosing how to clean it.

Can you clean a balcony in a condo or co-op?

Yes. Tell us your building's rules and insurance requirements when you request the estimate, and the Certificate of Insurance goes to management before work begins.

Do you seal or stain decks?

No. Our service is cleaning; sealing and staining aren't included.

Can you clean the windows at the same time?

Yes. Mention both in your request, and we'll quote them together.

Do you clean roof decks?

Yes. Roof decks are cleaned like other decks, with the method matched to the surface and the building's rules taken into account.

When is the best time to clean a deck?

In spring, before the outdoor season, and again in fall, before winter. A deck that gets heavy use may need more.

What should I do before the visit?

Clear the furniture, planters and grills if you can, and tell us about drains, outlets and anything fragile.

Get a quote

Get a free estimate or call (347) 212-7719. We reply within two hours.

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Estimate requests are answered within two hours.

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