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Pressure Washing in Des Moines, Iowa

We clean driveways, patios, sidewalks, and other exterior surfaces across Central Iowa. Remove years of dirt, grime, and buildup and get your home’s exterior looking like new again.

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How It Works

Larry's employees pressure washing a driveway in Altoona, Iowa

Why Homeowners Choose Larry’s

Trusted Since 1969

When you hire Larry’s you’re trusting us with your home, and we don’t take that lightly. Central Iowa homeowners have trusted us with their homes for over five decades. Many stay with us for years because we show up when scheduled, do the work to a high standard, and stand behind it.

Fully Insured & Bonded

We carry $1 million in general liability coverage and a $5 million umbrella policy on top of that. Our crews are also covered by workers’ compensation, which matters more than most homeowners realize. If an uninsured crew is injured on your property, you can be held liable. With Larry’s that risk is fully covered.

We Work Around Your Schedule

With 20+ crews serving the metro, we have the capacity to get you on the schedule fast. You get an exact quoted price upfront, and we’ll work around your schedule so the job gets done without getting in your way.

Uncompromising Quality

We know how to clean without damage. We match the technique and PSI to each surface. Our work is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee — if it’s not right, we’ll make it right.

Our Pressure Washing Process

Pressure washing uses high-velocity water jets to remove stubborn dirt, grime, oil stains, and buildup from concrete and pavers. It’s the most effective way to restore your home’s exterior surfaces.

Professional Results

Surface cleaners clean at multiple angles simultaneously, delivering consistent, streak-free results across the entire surface.

Precision for Edges and Corners

Where the surface cleaner can’t reach, we use the gun and wand with the right nozzle tip to finish edges, corners, and tight spots without over-pressurizing.

Right Pressure for Every Surface

Concrete and pavers handle 2,500 – 3,000 PSI safely. Softer materials require less. We match the pressure and nozzle to the surface so your property is effectively cleaned without getting damaged.

Stubborn Stains

Rust and oil stains won’t respond to pressure washing alone. We offer professional-grade pre-treatment that breaks down contaminants before pressure washing. Ask us about it when you get your quote.

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Pressure Washing FAQ

Most residential surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, and patios benefit from one cleaning per year but frequency is heavily dependent on what your surfaces are exposed to. Heavier vehicle traffic, exposure to oil drips, shade and moisture exposure, and heavy tree cover may require more frequent cleanings. We recommend starting with less frequent cleanings initially and adjusting as needed. That way you’re receiving the right amount of cleaning for your property.

It can if the wrong pressure or technique is used. Concrete and pavers handle higher PSI safely. Softer materials like wood require less pressure and a different approach. We match the pressure and nozzle to each surface so your property gets cleaned effectively without getting damaged.

Yes. Water works into concrete pores during a pressure wash, and if temperatures drop below freezing before the surface dries completely, that moisture expands and can damage the concrete. In Iowa, that’s why we typically limit outdoor concrete work to late spring through early fall. If freezing temperatures are in the forecast on your service date, we’ll reschedule.


Pricing depends on the specifics of your property and service. The factors that most affect cost are surface area, surface material, and the level of contamination. A flat driveway is priced differently than a deck, vertical surface, or roof.

We provide free quotes following a site visit. That gives us what we need to get you an accurate price before any work begins.

On average, pressure washing an average-sized driveway takes one to three hours. Decks, fences, and patios vary depending on size and condition. The size of the areas, surface types, and level of contamination all affect the total time. Larger properties or heavily soiled surfaces will take longer.

Usually yes but the results depend on how long the stain has been there and how deep it’s penetrated. Fresh oil stains come off reliably. Stains that have soaked into concrete over multiple winters are harder; we can significantly reduce them but complete removal isn’t always possible once the concrete itself has absorbed the contamination. We can give you an honest assessment during the site visit.

We can work through light rain. If heavier rain or high winds require rescheduling, we’ll reach out ahead of time.

No. As long as we have access to the areas being cleaned and know who to contact if something comes up, you don’t need to be present. After completion we’ll email you an invoice, and you can pay online or over the phone.

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Proudly Serving Greater
Des Moines

Most of our customers are near Des Moines — chances are we’re already in your neighborhood.

  • Altoona
  • Ames
  • Ankeny
  • Bondurant
  • Clive
  • Des Moines
  • Grimes
  • Johnston
  • Norwalk
  • Panora
  • Pleasant Hill
  • Polk City
  • Sun Valley
  • Urbandale
  • Waukee
  • West Des Moines
  • Windsor Heights
  • & Surrounding Areas

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