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How To Clean A Deck

Cleanway Janitorial Services • March 12, 2019

Cleaning Your Deck

How To Clean A Deck

Sweep away noticeable dirt and debris weekly.

Then, give it a thorough surface cleaning every season to keep your deck in good shape.

You will need:


  1. A broom
  2. Tarps to cover items below the deck
  3. Bucket
  4. Stiff scrub brush
  5. Garden hose
  6. Oxygenated bleach (like Oxyclean or Biokleen)
  7. Power washer (optional)

Inspect and Sweep

1. Remove everything from the deck. This includes chairs, planters, grills, toys, etc. If you can’t remove it all, you’ll have to work in two parts, moving things to one side of the deck while you work on the other.

2. Inspect the structure. Grab your broom and clean the house's exterior walls where the deck attaches to it. Inspect the flashing and ledger where your deck is connected to your home. If you notice screws that have worked loose or any signs of rot, contact a licensed contractor immediately to repair them.

3. Sweep. Use the broom on your deck railing, where cobwebs often build up, then sweep the top of the deck. If you can get beneath it, also clean the underside to eliminate debris that will collect moisture.

Optional Power Wash

1. Clear and sweep it first.

2. Low pressure is better.

3. Keep the nozzle moving.

4. Don't get too close.

5. Let it dry for at least two days.

6. Inspect again.

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