If you live in Te Puke, Greerton, Maungatapu, or Hairini, chances are your home’s exterior is under constant attack—from humidity, road dust, organic growth, and Tauranga’s salty coastal breeze. Over time, this grime not only dulls your paint but promotes mold, mildew, and structural wear.
In this blog, we focus on the unique house washing needs across Tauranga’s inland and semi-rural suburbs—and how our professional soft wash service protects your property long-term.
Why House Washing Is Essential in Te Puke, Greerton & Surrounding Areas
Tauranga’s microclimates mean homes in certain suburbs face specific challenges:
- Te Puke: Surrounded by farmland and orchards, homes here collect pollen, dust, and organic buildup from nearby agriculture.
- Greerton: With dense tree coverage and shaded streets, this suburb encourages mold and mildew growth on walls, trims, and soffits.
- Maungatapu & Hairini: Elevated terrain and ocean exposure mean salt, wind-blown grime, and water staining are common.
Whether your home is plaster, weatherboard, timber, or Hardie board, buildup like this can stain surfaces, degrade paint, and shorten the life of your cladding.
The Soft Wash Method – Safe & Thorough
At Metro Water Blasting Tauranga, we use a low-pressure soft wash system that’s gentle on surfaces but tough on grime.
✅ Biodegradable, eco-safe detergents
✅ Breaks down mold, mildew, algae, and grime at the root
✅ Safe on paint, windows, trims, and cladding
✅ Leaves your home looking freshly painted
What We Clean During a Full House Wash
- Exterior cladding (plaster, brick, timber, etc.)
- Fascia boards and soffits
- Window frames and trims
- Entry steps and baseboards
- Garage doors and rainwater pipes
- Spider webs, cobwebs, and insect spots
House Washing by Suburb
Te Puke
Rural roads, orchards, and pollen-producing trees mean houses in Te Puke suffer from dust and yellowing on surfaces.
✔ Annual soft wash recommended
✔ Pair with deck cleaning for farm-style homes with timber outdoor spaces
Greerton
With big trees and shaded sections, Greerton homes get black streaks, mold, and mildew patches, especially on south-facing walls.
✔ Wash every 9–12 months
✔ Combine with roof cleaning for mold control at the source
Maungatapu
Situated near the harbor, Maungatapu homes are exposed to salt air, water runoff stains, and algae on shaded wall sections.
✔ Wash every 6–9 months
✔ Consider gutter cleaning to prevent salt-blocked downpipes
Hairini
Tucked between hills and waterways, Hairini is prone to moisture-heavy air and black mold growth—especially on painted surfaces.
✔ Wash yearly, ideally before winter
✔ Include concrete and entryway wash for full refresh
Bundle Services for Maximum Impact
Our most popular packages include:
- Roof cleaning – treat moss and lichen
- Gutter cleaning – prevent water damage
- Concrete cleaning – restore driveways and paths
- Fence cleaning – brighten boundaries and garden lines
When Is the Best Time for House Washing?
| Season | Ideal For |
|---|---|
| Spring | Remove pollen and brighten paint |
| Autumn | Clear mold before winter dampness |
| Summer | Prep for painting or resale |
| Winter | Target shaded, moss-prone areas |