Timing matters. Wash your house in early March in Virginia Beach and you'll likely watch it turn yellow again a few weeks later. Here's how coastal Virginia's seasons affect your home, and when to schedule each service.
March–May: pollen season ("the yellow coat")
Pine and oak pollen blankets everything from Pungo to Ocean View. It settles on siding, porches, screens, cars and driveways. Our advice: book your house wash for late May, after the pollen drops, so your home stays clean through summer. If you have an event earlier, like a graduation or a home sale, we can still wash in spring. Just expect a light dusting to return.
June–August: mildew season
Heat plus humidity is when green algae and black mildew grow fastest, especially on north-facing walls and shady lots. Early summer is a great time for a house wash and a deck cleaning so your outdoor space is ready to enjoy. Hurricane season also starts June 1, so it's smart to make sure your gutters are flowing.
September–November: leaves and storm cleanup
Falling leaves clog gutters and leave tannin stains on decks and driveways. Fall is ideal for gutter cleaning and driveway cleaning, and for getting your home looking its best before the holidays.
December–February: salt and nor'easters
Winter nor'easters push salt spray inland from the Atlantic and the Chesapeake Bay, especially near the Oceanfront, Chic's Beach and Ocean View. Mild winter days are great for concrete, fences and window cleaning, and for getting on the schedule early before the spring rush.
A simple yearly plan
- Late spring: house wash and windows
- Early summer: deck and patio
- Fall: gutters and driveway
- Every few years: roof soft wash
We're open 7 days a week from 6AM to 8PM across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Norfolk. Check our live Grime Forecast on the home page to see what's building up on homes right now.
Frequently asked questions
When is pollen season in Virginia Beach?
Pollen is heaviest from about March through May, when pine and oak pollen coats homes, cars and driveways across Hampton Roads.
Can you pressure wash in winter in Hampton Roads?
Yes. Mild winter days are fine for concrete, fences and windows, and it's a good time to get on the schedule before the spring rush.
How often should I pressure wash my house in Virginia Beach?
Most homes look best with a soft wash once a year, ideally in late spring after pollen season.
Rick Monceaux is the owner of All In One Power Washing in Virginia Beach. He has been cleaning homes and businesses across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk and the rest of Hampton Roads since 2010. Licensed & insured. More about Rick.
