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How Sodium Hypochlorite Cleans Homes Safely
The chemistry, the dilution and the safety of the industry-standard soft wash solution.
What Sodium Hypochlorite Is
Sodium hypochlorite is the active ingredient in common household bleach and in the professional soft wash solutions used across the exterior cleaning industry.
Why It Works
Sodium hypochlorite oxidizes the cell walls of algae, mildew, mold and bacteria — killing them on contact. This is why soft washing lasts so much longer than pressure-only cleaning.
How Professionals Dilute It
The right dilution depends on the surface: roofs, siding, concrete and wood all get different mixes. Getting the dilution wrong causes damage — that's why professional experience matters.
Safety and Environmental Impact
Sodium hypochlorite breaks down into salt and water. When applied by a trained team that pre-soaks landscaping and controls runoff, it's one of the safest cleaning chemistries in use.