In historic downtown Fernandina Beach, Florida, maintaining the charm and appearance of your home is about more than just aesthetics—it’s about preserving the value and integrity of a property that’s often over a century old.
That was the case for one homeowner just blocks from Centre Street who reached out to Glass and Grass for a complete soft washing service.
Their home, like many in the area, was showing signs of heavy buildup—not just from the typical coastal humidity and shade-loving algae, but also from environmental factors unique to downtown Fernandina.
Homes in this part of town are frequently coated with a thin layer of industrial soot carried on the breeze from the nearby WestRock paper mill. In addition, being located on busier streets means these homes collect more road dust, exhaust film, and grime than homes in quieter residential neighborhoods.
The homeowner wanted House Washing service that utilized the Softwash method.
effective way to restore the home’s appearance without damaging its aging siding and painted trim. That’s why we recommended our soft washing service. Soft washing uses low pressure and specialized cleaning solutions to gently remove algae, mildew, soot, and debris without the risk of damage that high-pressure washing can cause—especially important on older materials and detailed architectural features.
For this project, we treated the entire home exterior with our eco-friendly soft wash solution, paying special attention to soot-stained areas and the spots where grime tends to settle from road traffic—like near windows, trim, and lower siding. We also removed spider webs, bug debris, and small wasp nests that often accumulate under eaves and around porch lighting.
The transformation was immediate. Years of discoloration and buildup were rinsed away, revealing clean, bright siding and crisp architectural detail. Because soft washing also sanitizes as it cleans, the homeowner will enjoy longer-lasting results compared to standard pressure washing. That means fewer cleanings throughout the year—an especially valuable benefit in a high-traffic area like downtown.
Choosing Glass and Grass made the process simple. Instead of coordinating with multiple companies for different services, the homeowner relied on one trusted team to handle the full scope of the work. As a one-stop shop for pressure washing, soft washing, gutter cleaning, window cleaning, and more, we understand the specific challenges of maintaining homes in this unique part of Fernandina Beach.
If you live in historic downtown Fernandina—especially near the mill or on one of the area’s busier roads—routine soft washing can make a big difference. Not only does it restore the beauty of your home, but it also helps protect it from the long-term effects of industrial soot, traffic grime, and coastal growth. Glass and Grass is proud to help preserve the homes that give our community its character, one gentle cleaning at a time.
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Location: Fernandina Beach Pressure Washing
