This project involved a professional cleaning service for a residential property in Opelika, Alabama, where the concrete surface had heavy tiger striping caused by previous DIY pressure washing.
The homeowner had attempted to clean the driveway using a standard pressure washer, which resulted in visible stripes and uneven cleaning across the surface. Tiger striping commonly occurs when concrete is cleaned without proper equipment, technique, or chemical treatment, leaving behind inconsistent results rather than a uniform finish.
To correct the issue, we began by applying a sodium hypochlorite pre-treatment to break down organic growth and surface contamination embedded in the concrete. After an adequate dwell time, the driveway was professionally pressure-washed using a surface cleaner, ensuring even coverage and eliminating the striping pattern left behind by previous cleaning attempts. The surface was then thoroughly rinsed and followed with a post-treatment to brighten the concrete and help prevent future streaking or organic regrowth.
This driveway pressure washing service successfully removed the tiger stripes. It restored a clean, uniform appearance, demonstrating the difference that professional equipment, proper technique, and chemical application can make when cleaning concrete surfaces.
Service provided: Driveway Cleaning
Location: Opelika, AL