While coastal Tauranga homes deal with salt and sand, suburbs like Bethlehem, Otumoetai, and Welcome Bay face a different challenge: mold, mildew, tree sap, and leaf buildup. Shaded areas, tree-lined streets, and high humidity make these properties especially prone to organic growth that can eat away at your home’s exterior.
In this post, we explore how professional house washing protects homes in Tauranga’s inland and elevated suburbs, and why soft washing is the safest, most effective method for long-term care.
Mould, Mildew, and Grime: The Hidden Threat to Your Exterior
Inland Tauranga suburbs like Bethlehem and Otumoetai are known for their trees, gardens, and greenery—but that lush environment also creates the perfect storm for mold and algae. Combine that with shaded walls and occasional rain, and you’ve got an exterior that can turn green—or even black—fast.
What builds up:
- Green mold on southern walls
- Black mildew streaks under eaves
- Tree sap or pollen on windows and panels
- Spider webs and insect nests on corners and soffits
Soft Washing: Safe for Paint, Tough on Growth
Our soft washing process is ideal for Tauranga’s tree-heavy suburbs. Using biodegradable detergents and a low-pressure rinse, we:
✅ Kill and remove mold, mildew, and lichen
✅ Protect paint and cladding from high-pressure damage
✅ Clean trims, windows, gutters, and baseboards
✅ Restore your home’s original color and finish
House Washing in Bethlehem
Bethlehem’s mix of older homes and new builds means a variety of cladding types—timber, brick, plaster, and more. Mature trees and bushy surroundings create shade, which encourages mildew and moss.
Common targets in this suburb:
- Moss on lower weatherboards
- Mold growth behind shrubs
- Algae on the driveway and entry area
We recommend house washing in Bethlehem at least once a year, with spring and autumn being the best times.
House Washing in Otumoetai
Otumoetai’s homes often sit under established canopies of trees, and moisture lingers longer in shaded areas. The result? Persistent green mold and dark streaking, especially on the southern side of the house.
What we clean most in Otumoetai:
- South-facing walls
- Eaves and soffits
- Fascia boards
- Garage doors and trims
Annual cleaning combined with good airflow and sunlight makes a big difference in curb appeal and property health.
House Washing in Welcome Bay
Elevated and often surrounded by bush, Welcome Bay homes face heavy leaf fall and a lot of organic staining on cladding and paths.
Typical issues:
- Water staining from blocked gutters
- Mold on plaster or brick
- Leaf buildup in corners and trims
We often pair house washing with gutter cleaning and deck washing to handle all outdoor surfaces in one visit.
Complementary Services for Full Property Care
Homeowners in these areas often combine house washing with:
- Gutter cleaning for debris and overflow
- Roof cleaning to remove moss and lichen from shaded rooftops
- Concrete or deck cleaning for slippery surfaces
This ensures full protection for all exterior surfaces affected by Tauranga’s environment.