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Pressure Washing in San Francisco, CA

Compare 6 local pressure washing pros. Typical service: $328–$918.

Top Pressure Washing Companies in San Francisco

  1. 1.ASF Clean Team

    4.9★ (164 reviews)

    4.9★ from 164 reviews

    +14152992844Website

  2. 2.Bay Area Pressure Washing Services

    4.9★ (43 reviews)

    4.9★ from 43 reviews

    +14158810870Website

  3. 3.Alexpowerwash

    5.0★ (33 reviews)

    5.0★ from 33 reviews

    +14152615246Website

  4. 4.Maxx ECO Wash | Soft Washing

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

    +16508986299Website

  5. 5.SF Power Washing Service

    4.9★ (12 reviews)

    4.9★ from 12 reviews

    +14153004421Website

  6. 6.Superior Soft Wash

    5.0★ (11 reviews)

    5.0★ from 11 reviews

    +14155395506Website

Pressure Washing Cost in San Francisco

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in San Francisco
House wash$328–$918/job
Driveway$131–$394/job
Deck or patio$131–$459/job
Roof soft wash$459–$1,050/job

Pressure Washing prices in San Francisco run about 31% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving San Francisco, rated 5.0★ on average across 277 customer reviews.

San Francisco Climate & Seasonal Timing

What San Francisco's weather means for scheduling pressure washing.

Annual precipitation
20.68"
Heating degree days
3,564
Cooling degree days
19
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan45°56.6°4.18"
Feb46.5°58.6°4.1"
Mar47.5°59°2.63"
Apr48.8°59.1°1.18"
May50.6°59.5°0.64"
Jun52.5°60.8°0.21"
Jul54°61.5°0.01"
Aug55.3°62.8°0.05"
Sep54.8°63.8°0.1"
Oct52.9°64.5°1.06"
Nov48.8°61.6°2.55"
Dec45.3°56.8°3.97"

NOAA station data 28.8 miles from San Francisco.

Permits & Regulations in CA

No permit typically required

  • California does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing
  • Cleaning businesses still need any local business license, plus state business registration if operating as a company
  • Pressure-washing runoff carrying detergents, paint chips or grease must not be discharged to storm drains under the Clean Water Act and local stormwater rules

License required: No state occupational license for residential cleaning

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov, www.epa.gov

Pressure Washing FAQs for San Francisco

How much does pressure washing cost in San Francisco?

Washing a typical house exterior in San Francisco runs $328-$918; driveways and decks are priced separately.

How many pressure washing companies serve San Francisco?

We track 6 pressure washing companies serving San Francisco.

Is pressure washing in San Francisco more expensive than average?

Pressure washing in San Francisco runs about +31.2% versus the national average.

Why does siding get green in San Francisco?

San Francisco gets about 20.68 inches of precipitation a year, and damp, shaded walls grow algae and mildew; soft washing with a cleaning solution removes it without the damage high pressure can cause.

Can you pressure wash in San Francisco summer heat?

Yes, but with highs near 65F in San Francisco, crews avoid direct midday sun so cleaning solutions do not dry on the surface and streak.

Are there rules about pressure washing runoff in CA?

In CA, California does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing. Wash water should not run into San Francisco storm drains carrying detergents or paint chips.

Should I pressure wash before winter in San Francisco?

Cleaning before lows near 45F in San Francisco keeps mildew from sitting on siding all winter, but surfaces need to dry fully before freezing temperatures.