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The Washzilla Blog: Where Cleaning Meets Chemistry
Welcome to the nerdiest corner of the pressure washing industry.
This is where we dive deep into the science behind exterior cleaning, explore the chemistry of contamination, and share the knowledge that makes Washzilla different from every other pressure washing company out there.
What You'll Find Here
Cleaning Science Explained
Ever wondered why your driveway turns green? What those black spots on your render actually are? How biocides work at the cellular level? We break down the chemistry, biology, and physics of surface contamination in ways that are actually interesting (we promise).
Industry Insights & Myth-Busting
The pressure washing industry is full of misconceptions, outdated practices, and "that's how we've always done it" thinking. We're here to challenge conventional wisdom with science, data, and a healthy dose of nerdy skepticism.
Before & After Transformations
See the dramatic results our chemistry-led approach delivers. But more importantly, understand why those results happen and why they last 3-5 times longer than traditional pressure washing.
Technical Deep Dives
For the fellow nerds who want to understand quaternary ammonium compounds, pH chemistry, biofilm formation, and the molecular mechanisms behind effective cleaning. We don't dumb it down—we embrace the complexity.
Practical Tips & Maintenance Advice
How to extend the life of your clean surfaces, what to look for when choosing a cleaning company, and why understanding the science helps you make better decisions about your property maintenance.
Why We Write This Blog
Because we believe educated clients make better decisions.
When you understand that green algae isn't just "dirt" but a photosynthetic organism that requires biocidal treatment to kill at the cellular level, you understand why cheap pressure washing delivers temporary results.
When you know that excessive pressure damages mortar joints and drives water into substrates, you understand why our controlled-pressure, chemistry-led approach protects your property while delivering superior cleanliness.
When you grasp that different contamination types require different chemical solutions, you understand why one-size-fits-all cleaning doesn't work.
This blog exists to share that knowledge—because we're not just trying to sell you a service, we're trying to change how the entire industry thinks about cleaning.
Join the Conversation
We're Joshua Taylor-Gates and the Washzilla team, and we started this company because we got obsessed with the science of cleaning after watching YouTube videos and asking "why doesn't this last longer?"
Now we're on a mission to reinvent the pressure washing industry by being absolute nerds about chemistry, surface science, and long-lasting results.
Whether you're a property owner trying to understand why your driveway keeps turning green, a fellow cleaning professional curious about chemistry-led methods, or just someone who finds molecular biology surprisingly fascinating—welcome.
This is where science meets clean. And we're just getting started.
New blog posts coming soon. Topics include: the cellular structure of algae and why it matters for cleaning, the chemistry of efflorescence removal, why dwell time is the most important variable in biocidal treatment, and how to calculate optimal pressure settings for different substrates.
Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Get in touch—we love talking about this stuff.
