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Guides from TS Pressure Washing & Deck Restorations

Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.

September 22, 2026 · 3 min read

What to Expect When We Clean a Brick Walkway

A brick walkway's dark center and bright edges come from mold building up in the joints, and the wash line mid-job shows exactly how much was there.

September 22, 2026 · 4 min read

How to Tell If an Old Deck Needs Restoring or Resurfacing

Whether an old deck needs a simple restoration or a resurfacing onto its existing frame comes down to the condition of the boards, not their color.

September 22, 2026 · 3 min read

Black Mold on Retaining Walls: Timber vs. Block, and How It Gets Cleaned

Timber and block retaining walls go black from mold and mildew, not dirt, and cleaning them right means protecting the joints and the soil behind them.

September 22, 2026 · 4 min read

Cedar and Ipé Decks Need a Different Touch Than Pine

Cedar and Ipé decks reward a gentler, wood specific approach to cleaning and re-finishing than standard pressure treated pine ever needs.

September 22, 2026 · 4 min read

Why Your Deck Turned Gray (and What's Actually Underneath)

The gray coating on a weathered deck is dead surface fiber, not a sign the wood is ruined, and it's usually fixable with a proper wash and refinish.