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House washing in Christchurch

Soft wash house and building washing for homes and commercial buildings across Christchurch and North Canterbury, from the walls to the eaves and gutters.

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  • Family owned: cleaning Canterbury since 2003

  • Soft wash: a low pressure wash that is gentle on paint

  • Free quote: the price confirmed before we start

Technician house washing a two storey townhouse with the Elavo truck parked alongside

A soft wash lifts the dirt without the force

We apply a cleaning solution to the walls and let it sit, so it breaks down the dirt, mould and grime. Then we rinse it off with a low pressure soft wash and brush the windows.

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Our house washes are soft washes at low pressure, so they are gentle on paint and cladding. Where a surface needs more force, such as a mossy path, we switch to high pressure.

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We wash homes up to three storeys high from the ground. For taller commercial buildings, we bring a scissor lift to reach the upper walls.

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A wash is worth doing before you sell or paint, or as a spring clean after a Canterbury winter. Elavo is family owned and has been cleaning Canterbury properties since 2003.

Technician washing a fitness centre wall beside the Elavo truck

What we wash

  • Houses - Walls, eaves and the outside of the gutters

  • Two and three storey homes - Washed from the ground

  • Before selling or painting - Dirt and mould off, ready for the photos or the painter

  • Shops and offices - Street frontages, walls and entrances

  • Gyms and other commercial buildings - Upper walls reached with a scissor lift where needed

  • Rentals and body corporates - Townhouse blocks and units for property managers

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Driveways and paths need a stronger clean. See water blasting. To clear the inside of the gutters, see gutter cleaning.

House and building washing gallery

House washing questions

How much does a house wash cost in Christchurch?

It depends on the size of the house, the number of storeys and how dirty it is. Tell us what you have and we will confirm the price before we start.

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Is a soft wash safe for my house?

Yes, for most homes. It uses low pressure, so it does not force water behind the cladding or strip the paint. Tell us your cladding when you ask for a quote.

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What is the difference between house washing and water blasting?

House washing is a low pressure wash for walls and cladding. Water blasting uses high pressure for hard surfaces such as driveways and paths. High pressure on a house can damage paint and push water in where it shouldn’t go.

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How often should I wash my house?

Once a year suits most homes. Shady walls that grow mould, and houses near the coast or a busy road, may need it more often.

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Do you wash commercial buildings?

Yes. We wash shops, offices, gyms and other commercial buildings, with a scissor lift for high walls.

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What areas do you cover?

We work across Christchurch and North Canterbury. If you are further out, give us a call on 021 771 303 and we will let you know if we can get to you.​

Get a price for your house washing

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Tell us what needs washing, how many storeys it is, and your suburb. There is no obligation, and you deal with the family that owns the business. Or call us on 021 771 303​.

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email: info@elavo.co.nz
Technician washing a commercial building wall with an extension pole beside the Elavo truck
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