Exterior cleaning is the core of what we do at Total Clean Pro-Wash, not a side service. Property managers across Nashville rely on us for apartment complexes, multi-family communities, tenant-occupied buildings, and larger campus-style sites where an organized, repeatable process matters as much as the cleaning itself.
Nashville’s warm temperatures, persistent humidity, and frequent rainfall accelerate buildup on exterior surfaces — biological growth on building facades, grime on shared sidewalks, debris in gutters, streaking on rooflines, and film on windows in leasing spaces and common areas. We address the full picture. Before service begins on any occupied community, management receives a prep document, either a Google or Word document, that outlines what tenants need to do before the crew arrives, so communication runs through the right channel without placing the burden on individual units. Plant protection is built into every building wash, surrounding items are covered when conditions call for it, water can be brought in or sourced from the property depending on the job, and water reclamation is available when commercial runoff situations require it.
Apartment complex exterior cleaning is priced on custom scope. Properties vary too much in size, layout, surface complexity, and service mix for a published flat rate to be meaningful, and we build every quote based on what a specific property actually requires.
Our reference rates give context for how pricing is structured before a custom scope is built. Building washing starts at $300 and typically falls between $300 to $1,200, with most jobs taking 1 to 4 hours depending on property size. Roof cleaning is priced between $600 to $2,500 based on square footage and accessibility, and an average roof clean takes about 6 hours to complete. Gutter cleaning is priced at $1.25 per linear foot and typically runs 2 to 4 hours. For commercial window cleaning, our minimum is $300. When multiple services are bundled, we apply a 10% discount to the combined scope. Exact pricing details are available upon request.
The final number for an apartment community reflects total square footage across all buildings and elevations, accessibility challenges like tight courtyards and multi-story roof configurations, the number of buildings and distinct surface types involved, the volume of cleaning solution needed based on contamination levels, the service mix requested, and whether the work is a one-time scope or part of an ongoing maintenance relationship. Water logistics also factor in at the quoting stage, specifically whether we bring water to the property or draw from an on-site supply.
We handle the full range of exterior surfaces common to multi-family properties, from building siding and rooflines to shared concrete, windows, gutters, and awnings.
Our soft washing process works across all of these materials and scales directly from residential properties to multi-story apartment buildings. The sequence is consistent on every job: saturate all plants near the building with water, apply the cleaning solution to the exterior, allow a 15-minute dwell time for the solution to break down biological growth and surface contamination, then rinse completely. Surrounding items are covered when needed before solution is applied. Heavily oxidized paint on older building surfaces can complicate soft washing, and we flag that condition during the site review before work begins.
We protect surrounding property first, apply a cleaning solution where conditions call for it, run a surface cleaner across the area, and rinse it down. For properties with oil staining in parking areas or drive lanes, we address that contamination when requested using a hot water pressure washer paired with a degreaser, added to the flatwork scope without requiring a separate visit.
We handle exterior windows, interior windows, post-construction windows, high-rise window work, and campus-style glass scopes across multiple buildings. Exterior windows are cleaned with a water-fed pole and interior windows with a squeegee. Our minimum for commercial window cleaning is $300, and that applies to the window component of any property scope we quote.
We clean all of these roof types and adjust our approach by material. Metal roofs receive less chemical and a more careful approach than shingle, tile, clay, or slate. Before any roof work begins, we inspect for loose shingles and flashing issues and report pre-existing conditions before proceeding. We clean from the ground or bring in a lift when the property requires it. Roof cleaning typically takes about 6 hours and is priced between $600 to $2,500 based on square footage and accessibility. In Nashville, weather-related rescheduling for roof cleaning should be treated as a normal part of the process, not an exception.
We clean aluminum, copper, seamless, and half-round gutters using a pressure washer rather than vacuums or leaf blowers. We clear all debris from the gutters and downspouts, rinse it off the building, and collect it from the yard. No chemicals are used at any point in the gutter cleaning process. Before clearing begins, we check for sagging and signs of leaking and report any conditions that need attention before service can safely proceed. Gutter cleaning is priced at $1.25 per linear foot and typically takes 2 to 4 hours, with annual cleaning as the baseline recommendation for most apartment properties.
Awning cleaning and drive-through-style areas can be added to any building wash or combined service visit. Folding these surfaces into a bundled scope keeps the full exterior presentation consistent and qualifies for the 10% bundle discount that applies to any combined service scope.
Building washing, roof cleaning, gutter clearing, flatwork cleaning, and window cleaning are what our process, equipment, and operational systems are built around. Property managers who hire a specialist get a crew with repeatable systems developed specifically for this work rather than a generalist adapting residential habits to a commercial context.
Before service on any occupied community begins, management receives our prep document, either a Google or Word document, outlining what tenants need to do to prepare. Management distributes that to residents through whatever channels the community uses. This structured system removes the guesswork from tenant readiness and applies to every occupied property we service.
We regularly work on multi-building complexes with interconnected walkways, shaded courtyards, and multiple roof elevations. If your community requires coordinated service across multiple buildings and surface types in a single scope, that is the type of work we are set up for.
We bring our own water or use the property’s on-site supply based on the job, confirmed at the quoting stage. Water reclamation is available when the scope calls for it, particularly relevant for properties near storm drain infrastructure or for managers with specific runoff management requirements.
We do not publish a ceiling price that makes any job look affordable in the abstract. Our quoting is based on what a specific property requires, covering the buildings involved, the surfaces to be cleaned, access considerations, and the service mix requested, so the number you receive reflects your community rather than a general average.
Any combination of services qualifies for a 10% discount when bundled together. One contractor, one visit, one invoice, and a result that covers the full exterior presentation of the community.
For roofs, we check for loose shingles and flashing issues before any solution is applied. For gutters, we inspect for sagging and leaks before clearing begins. Older painted or oxidized building surfaces are flagged before cleaning proceeds, and metal roofs receive less chemical and a more careful approach throughout. Any pre-existing conditions are communicated to the property manager before we proceed.
Larger-scale jobs and recurring commercial accounts are handled with more flexibility than standard one-time residential bookings. Ongoing commercial relationships are structured around the account, not treated as a series of independent transactions.
We carry insurance for potential damages and are prepared to document coverage when requested. Tenant communication runs through a structured process before every occupied-property job, pre-existing issues are reported rather than worked around, and the approach is repeatable and documented on every job.
We begin with a conversation about the property, scope, and schedule. For occupied communities, the key operational piece is tenant communication: management receives our prep document, a Google or Word document, before service begins and distributes it to residents. After-hours scheduling can be arranged when minimizing disruption is a priority, with specifics confirmed during the booking conversation rather than assumed as a default. Nashville’s rain and thunderstorm activity means weather-related rescheduling for larger exterior scopes should be built into the plan from the start.
Before cleaning equipment is activated, we confirm water logistics, inspect roofs for loose shingles and flashing issues, check gutters for sagging and leaking, identify items near cleaning areas that need to be covered, and saturate all plants with water. Where runoff management is a consideration, water reclamation is planned at this stage. Older or oxidized building surfaces are evaluated here as well so expectations are set accurately before work begins.
The soft wash sequence is the same on every job: saturate all plants with water, apply the cleaning solution to the building exterior, allow a 15-minute dwell time, then rinse the solution off completely. The same method used on residential properties applies directly to apartment building facades and multi-story exteriors.
We protect surrounding property first, apply a cleaning solution where surface conditions call for it, run a surface cleaner, and rinse the area down. For parking areas or drive lanes with oil staining, we use a hot water pressure washer and degreaser when requested, added to the flatwork scope without requiring a return trip.
Exterior windows are cleaned with a water-fed pole and interior windows with a squeegee. Gutter debris is cleared with a pressure washer, with no chemicals used at any stage, and collected from the yard after rinsing off the building. Roof cleaning is done from the ground or with a lift, with a pre-inspection for loose shingles and flashing concerns and a gentler chemical approach on metal roofs. Handling all of these services in one coordinated visit reduces scheduling complexity and produces a more consistent result across the full property exterior.
Debris is collected and removed where applicable. Any pre-existing conditions identified during the job, including sagging gutters, gutter leaks, loose shingles, and flashing concerns, are reported directly to the property manager. If any aspect of the result does not meet expectations, we return and attempt to fix the issue first. If the problem cannot be corrected and the client is still not satisfied, we give the money back.
Every job is backed by a clear resolution process. If there is a concern about the result, we return and attempt to fix the issue first. If it cannot be corrected and the client is still not satisfied, we refund the money. We carry insurance for potential damages and are prepared to document coverage when requested as part of the vendor qualification process. Pre-service inspection gives the property manager a clear picture of the starting point before work begins, and any conditions that need attention are reported directly rather than left for the client to discover afterward. For roof cleaning specifically, a one-year roof warranty is something we are prepared to discuss. Property managers interested in defined warranty terms should raise that at the quoting stage so specifics can be confirmed before the job begins.
Before service begins on any apartment community, management receives a prep document from us, either a Google or Word document, that outlines what tenants need to do to prepare for the cleaning. Management distributes that document to residents through whatever communication channels the community uses. We use this system on every occupied property we service.
Plants near cleaning areas are saturated with water before any solution is applied and rinsed again after cleaning. Nearby items that could be affected by solution overspray or water pressure are covered when the situation calls for it. Our process is built around controlled application and pre-service assessment, so we account for what is nearby before cleaning begins. If there are specific concerns about sensitive areas on your property, the best time to address them is during the site review before service starts.
Water reclamation is available when the scope calls for it. Nashville stormwater guidance requires that wash water from commercial exterior cleaning does not carry pollutants into the storm drain system, and we approach commercial jobs with that in mind. Where the property configuration or the property manager’s requirements make it relevant, we identify storm drain locations before cleaning begins, block drains where needed, and handle wash water appropriately. Specific runoff management requirements are confirmed at the quoting stage.
We regularly work on large and campus-style properties with multiple buildings, significant combined square footage, and several service lines handled under one coordinated scope. We are also set up to combine multiple service types under one vendor relationship, which is typically how multi-building communities are most efficiently managed.
After-hours scheduling can be arranged when it makes sense for the property. We do not offer blanket overnight or emergency availability for every job, but minimizing disruption for occupied communities is something we plan for specifically. Scheduling flexibility is confirmed during the booking conversation so both parties are clear on what is workable for the specific property.
We check for loose shingles, flashing issues, sagging gutters, and signs of leaking before any work begins. If we find conditions that need attention before service can safely proceed, we communicate that to the property manager directly rather than proceeding and leaving the discovery to the client afterward.
We return and attempt to fix the issue first. If it cannot be corrected and the client is still not satisfied, we refund the money.
Annual gutter cleaning is the baseline recommendation for most apartment communities. Regular roof maintenance matters because biological growth compounds over time in Nashville’s humid climate. For building washing, concrete cleaning, and window cleaning, the right frequency is driven by the specific property, including how much tree coverage surrounds the buildings, how the community is trafficked, and how much shaded surface area develops growth faster than open elevations. We are glad to discuss what a recurring schedule would look like for your community.
If you manage an apartment complex, multi-building community, or campus-style property in Nashville and need a single provider for building washing, concrete and sidewalk cleaning, window cleaning, roof treatment, gutter clearing, and awnings, Total Clean Pro-Wash is set up to handle the full scope. We bundle services at a 10% discount across any combination, offer more flexible pricing for larger-scale and recurring commercial accounts, coordinate tenant communication through a structured prep document before every occupied-property job, and quote based on what your specific property actually requires. Water can be brought in or sourced on-site, and water reclamation is available when commercial runoff management is a factor. To get a free quote or discuss a recurring maintenance program for your community, call Total Clean Pro-Wash at (615) 465-8124, or request a quote online.
