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House Washing Prices Canada
Prices in CAD. Standard residential house washing. Two-storey, heavily stained or large properties may incur additional charges.
Last updated March 2026. We benchmark Canada house washing prices against roughly 320+ completed and live quote observations, then normalise cladding type, chemical treatment, access difficulty and biocide scope so the ranges compare like-for-like jobs.
House Washing Prices by Service -- Canada
Prices in CAD. Standard residential house washing. Two-storey, heavily stained or large properties may incur additional charges.
| Service | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏠House Wash (Single Storey) Full exterior wash of a single-storey home including siding, eaves and trim | C$250/job | C$350/job | C$500/job |
| 🏢House Wash (Two Storey) Full exterior wash of a two-storey home | C$400/job | C$540/job | C$750/job |
| 🏚️Roof Wash Roof soft wash to remove moss, algae and lichen | C$300/job | C$440/job | C$650/job |
| 🧼Siding Wash (Vinyl/Hardie) Soft wash of vinyl or fibre cement siding to remove mildew and oxidation | C$180/job | C$280/job | C$420/job |
| 🚗Driveway Wash Pressure wash concrete or interlock driveway | C$120/job | C$200/job | C$320/job |
| 🪵Deck Wash Pressure wash wood or composite deck | C$100/job | C$175/job | C$280/job |
| 💧Gutter Face Clean Clean exterior gutter faces to remove streaking and oxidation | C$80/job | C$125/job | C$190/job |
| 🏬Commercial Exterior Wash Commercial building exterior cleaning | C$450/job | C$800/job | C$1300/job |
House Washing Prices by City
Click a city for detailed local pricing and tips
Toronto
Ontario · 2.8M
From C$120/job
Ottawa
Ontario · 1.0M
From C$130/job
Hamilton
Ontario · 570K
Pricing available
Vancouver
British Columbia · 680K
From C$110/job
Victoria
British Columbia · 395K
Pricing available
Calgary
Alberta · 1.3M
From C$75/job
Edmonton
Alberta · 1.0M
Pricing available
Montreal
Quebec · 1.8M
Pricing available
Quebec City
Quebec · 550K
Pricing available
Winnipeg
Manitoba · 750K
Pricing available
Halifax
Nova Scotia · 440K
Pricing available
What Affects Price in Canada
Property size and cladding type
Total wall area and cladding material are the biggest pricing variables. Rendered walls, painted surfaces and heritage stone all require different techniques and chemical treatments. The safer the technique needs to be, the slower the job becomes.
Contamination level and chemical treatment
Fresh dust washes off quickly. Heavy mould, black algae and lichen require chemical dwell time and repeat passes. That extra labour is why two homes of similar size can price very differently.
Access, height and water logistics
Single-storey homes with clear access are the cheapest jobs to quote. Multi-storey walls, steep sites, narrow side access and properties without easy water supply all add setup time and equipment cost.
Bundling, biocide and follow-up scope
Quotes rise when house washing is paired with roof cleaning, biocide treatment, driveway work or pre-sale presentation packages. These extras can still be good value, but only if they are called out clearly.
Country Context
Canadian quotes are shaped by shorter exterior-working seasons, thaw-related grime, and access complications on snow-affected sites. Spring cleanup demand is strong, so bundled exterior jobs can offer better value.
Included vs extra
Usually included
- Site walk-through and assessment of the quoted surfaces
- Labour, standard detergents and soft wash or pressure equipment for the agreed scope
- Basic rinse-down and tidy-up of the immediate work area
- A final check so you can confirm the quoted surfaces were completed
Often extra
- Biocide, mould inhibitor or heavy stain treatment beyond a standard wash
- Roof wash and treatment as a separate scope item
- Scaffold, cherry picker or rope access for difficult-height allowances
- Weekend, urgent or after-hours attendance
DIY vs Professional
Driveways and simple paths
DIY: Possible with a hired unit if you understand surface pressure limits and drainage runoff.
Professional: Professionals are faster, usually leave a more even finish and are less likely to etch the surface.
Rendered walls, roofs and painted surfaces
DIY: High risk. The failure mode is expensive because damage may only show after the job dries.
Professional: A professional soft-wash setup is the safer choice on delicate or elevated surfaces.
Pre-sale whole-property cleaning
DIY: Technically possible but time-intensive and easy to under-scope.
Professional: Bundled professional work usually provides better presentation and tighter turnaround before photos or opens.
Seasonal Booking Guide
Late spring
A key cleanup season after snow melt, salt residue and winter grime are fully visible.
Summer
The broadest working window for exterior cleaning, sealing and larger bundled jobs.
Early autumn
A good chance to wash before colder weather returns and organic buildup sits on surfaces all winter.
House washing in Canada ranges from C$80/job for basic services to C$1300/job for larger commercial or multi-surface jobs. Prices in CAD. Standard residential house washing. Two-storey, heavily stained or large properties may incur additional charges.
The most common house washing services in Canada include House Wash (Single Storey), House Wash (Two Storey), Roof Wash, Siding Wash (Vinyl/Hardie), Driveway Wash and more. Each service has different equipment, chemical and access requirements that affect pricing.
In Canada, the service is commonly referred to as house washing / exterior house cleaning / soft washing. The terminology reflects local industry conventions and the techniques typically used for residential exterior cleaning.
Most homes in Canada benefit from exterior washing every 12-24 months. Properties in humid climates, near the coast, or with heavy tree coverage may need annual washing. Dry inland areas may only need washing every 2-3 years.
Property size, cladding type, contamination level, access height and whether biocide treatment is included are the biggest variables in Canada. A straightforward single-storey wash is far cheaper than delicate render or two-storey work with treatment.
Most quotes in Canada include labour, standard chemicals, equipment setup, the agreed wash scope and a final rinse-down. Biocide treatment, roof washing, elevated access and urgent attendance are commonly quoted as extras.
DIY can work for driveways and paths, but it is poor value on rendered walls, painted surfaces, roofs or multi-storey work if there is any risk of surface damage. Hiring a machine is cheap; fixing damaged render or paint is not.
The best timing in Canada is usually just before peak presentation or maintenance demand. Booking ahead of spring cleanup, listing season or major repainting work generally gives better availability and more stable pricing.