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Golden Ears Graffiti Removal: Maple Washing Works With BC Parks
Maple Washing worked with BC Parks on graffiti removal at Golden Ears Lower Falls, clearing red spray paint from the boulders in a place our team knows and loves. As locals who hike here with our...
Professional Gutter Cleaning: What should I look for?
Professional gutter cleaning should include removing debris from the gutter channels, checking downspouts for blockages, confirming water can flow, and cleaning up the waste. Before booking, you...
Maple Washing Is Back: Stage 2 Water Restrictions Begin July 16
Good news for homeowners, property managers and businesses waiting to clean up the outside of their properties: Maple Washing can get back to regular exterior cleaning work beginning July 16, 2026....
Strata Exterior Cleaning in Maple Ridge: Yearly Maintenance Guide
Managing a strata property in Maple Ridge is not exactly a relaxing little hobby. There are residents to keep happy, budgets to protect, council meetings to survive, vendors to coordinate, and...
Power Washing vs Pressure Washing: What Is the Real Difference?
If you have ever searched for exterior cleaning services in Maple Ridge, you have probably seen the terms “power washing” and “pressure washing” used almost interchangeably. Some companies say power...
Lower Mainland Stage 2 Water Restrictions: Can You Still Get Your Home Professionally Cleaned?
As of May 1, 2026, Metro Vancouver has moved into Stage 2 Water Restrictions, and that has left a lot of homeowners asking the same question: Can I still clean the outside of my house? The short...
How Roof De-Mossing Improves Drainage and Longevity
In the Lower Mainland, moss doesn’t need an invitation. Thanks to frequent rain, cool temperatures, and shaded rooftops, moss naturally finds its way onto roofing surfaces across Vancouver, Burnaby,...
5 Signs You Need a Professional Home Exterior Cleaning This Spring
Spring has a funny way of exposing everything. All Winter long, your home gets a free pass. It’s grey out, it’s wet out, and nobody is standing in the driveway admiring the siding. Then Spring shows...
The Environmental Benefits of Brush Washing
Let’s face it: when it comes to exterior cleaning, the battle between power and precision is real. You’ve got pressure washers on one side, loud, aggressive, and a little too proud of their PSI. And...
Commercial Exterior Cleaning: Why Curb Appeal Affects Your Bottom Line
Every business owner knows the importance of customer service, clear branding, and operational efficiency. Yet one factor often overlooked, despite being visible to every potential customer, is the...
What to Expect From a Professional Exterior Cleaning Service
Over time, even the most beautiful homes start to lose their shine. In Metro Vancouver’s damp climate, moss, mildew, and grime quietly build up on siding, roofs, and driveways. A quick glance is all...
Maple Washing Through the Years: From Kitchen Table to Maple Ridge Staple
Every great local business has a beginning rooted in real life, not glossy brochures or big-budget launches. For Maple Washing, our story started at a kitchen table in Maple Ridge, no corporate...
Clogged Gutters = Expensive Repairs: Here’s How to Prevent It
Gutters are one of the most overlooked components of a home, until they fail. At Maple Washing, we regularly see how Clogged Gutters quietly cause thousands of dollars in preventable damage....
Seasonal Exterior Maintenance: Gutter Cleaning & Leaf Removal
Seasonal changes in the Lower Mainland bring beauty, unpredictability, and a steady flow of exterior maintenance challenges for homeowners. From sudden downpours to the annual leaf avalanche and...
The Difference Between Hand-Washed Windows and Pole Systems
At Maple Washing, we believe that sparkling windows aren’t just a luxury, they’re a necessity for enjoying life on the West Coast. After all, what’s the point of living in Vancouver, Burnaby, or...
Say Goodbye to Unwanted Tags: Professional Graffiti Removal for Homes & Businesses
Graffiti is great, when it’s invited. But when someone decides your wall, fence, or storefront is their personal sketchbook, it becomes less “urban art” and more “unexpected headache.” At Maple...
How to Prepare Your Home for a Professional Pressure Wash
So, you’ve finally decided to treat your home to a professional pressure wash, fantastic choice! Whether you’re freshening up the siding for a summer gathering, prepping for an exterior paint job,...
Roof De-Mossing 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and When to Schedule It
Roof De-Mossing and Roof Cleaning are essential for homeowners in Metro Vancouver, where moss isn’t just a forest feature but often an uninvited guest on your roof. At Maple Washing, we like to...
Brush Washing vs. Power Washing: Which is Better for Your Home’s Exterior?
If you’ve ever stood outside, coffee in hand, glaring at your home’s siding and thinking, “It wasn’t that shade of green last year,” you’re not alone. We’ve all been there, watching dirt, algae,...
Why We Choose Ocean Safe Chemicals and Why You Should Too
The Dirty Truth: Not All Cleaning Chemicals Are Created Equal You’d be surprised how many people think cleaning chemicals just disappear. A quick spray, a rinse with the hose, and poof, it’s like it...
Celebrating 18 Years of Maple Washing
Maple Washing began as a college student's pursuit of financial independence and has blossomed into a thriving enterprise, leaving an indelible mark on the realm of exterior cleaning services....