Dirt, mold, and river damp build up fast on Pittsburgh homes. We wash it off before it stains your siding for good.
If your siding looks dirty or green near the gutters, that's mold from the Allegheny River's damp air. We see this a lot on homes along Butler Street. Old wood and shingle siding there holds water longer. Summer here often feels over 70% damp. That lets mold and algae grow fast. Sidewalks and patios near Pine Street also collect soot and dirt from years of foot traffic. If you wait too long, dirt can ruin paint and wood. A quick wash turns into a big repair. We've also seen flood marks on walls near the Pine Creek floodplain. These need a good wash before any paint goes on.[1]
River damp air leaves green streaks on wood and vinyl. We wash it off before painting so the new coat sticks well.
Years of foot traffic and soot leave concrete dull and slick. A good wash brings back the true color.
Low Pittsburgh homes near the creek still show old flood marks on their base. You can see faint lines on brick and concrete after big storms. We clean them before sealing so the surface looks fresh again.
Paint won't stick to dirty, chalky siding. That chalky film builds up over years of sun and rain. We wash first so your new paint job lasts. This gives it a clean surface to stick to.
Homes near Pleasant Avenue often have chalky, worn siding. Washing clears it so the surface looks fresh again.
Oil stains and grit build up over time on concrete and garage doors. We blast them clean fast.
Waiting too long lets mold and dirt eat into paint and wood. We show up when we say we will. We wash it right the first time. Our crew protects your plants, windows, and outdoor furniture while we work.
Call us for a free price check on your Pittsburgh home. We'll tell you straight what it needs. No pushy sales talk.
We keep things simple so you know what's going on. You'll get clear times and honest updates from start to finish. No surprises, no guessing.
We check your siding, patio, or driveway and point out problem spots. You get a clear, honest price before we start.
We set the right pressure for each surface, whether it's old wood or newer vinyl siding. Plants and windows get covered first.
We walk the property with you after washing. We make sure you're happy. If you need painting next, we can set that up too.
Price depends on the size of the area, how dirty it is, and the surface type. Older Butler Street rowhomes with thick mold usually take more time than newer vinyl siding near Pleasant Avenue. We give you a free price check upfront, so there are no surprise costs later. If you're also planning to paint, washing first always saves you money down the road.
I recently had this company paint the exterior of my home along with two garages. The owner Bob was easy to talk and accommodating. The real star was Mark who did most of the painting. He did an excellent job, was courteous, was promptly on time and cleaned up after himself. Both painters on sight were so respectful and worked non stop. I highly recommend from my experience.
Bob and team did an excellent job painting both the interior and exterior of the home. They arrived on time and we’re very professional. I would highly recommend them for any painting projects you have.
We recently had USNER PAINTING paint our four story fire escape. They have painted it in the past and did a great job so we expected nothing less and they delivered again. The restoration engineer who worked on our job was impressed with their work and recommended them for another job he was working on.
They completed the job in a timely manner and left the work area clean when they were finished.
Jeff Wilson
Ben and his co workers were very attentive to the work that needed to be done. They went above and beyond moving alot of boxes and furniture to the middle of room and covering everything before painting and put everything back and cleaned up when finished. They also did other jobs that I didn't even think about doing but definitely need to be done. They made a big improvement in my attic and basement.
Bob and Ben did a great job painting the front of our house.
Bob Usner responded almost immediately to my online inquiry, gave me a fair quote based on pictures I sent, his son Ben came out and did the work, quite excellently. Ben was thorough, respectful, professional. We are very happy with the results and would use Usner Painting again when we need to. Highly recommended!
We are so glad we found Bob Usner and his painting company. We asked Bob to paint the interior of our newly purchased home. Josh and the painting crew did a phenomenal job not only painting, but with some wall repait, too. The crew worked long hours to make sure the job was completed on time (before flooring contractors arrived), even though we expanded the scope of work a couple of times. You couldn't work with a nicer group of people. We will definitely call them again for any future painting needs.
Can't say enough good things about Bob & Ben. They gave a competitive price estimate. They were reliable and started and finished the job on schedule. The crew was great to work with and their work and attention to detail was fantastic. We had some very old wallpaper in a bedroom and hallway that had to be removed. As they started to strip it, they discovered it was applied over a previous incorrectly hung layer which made the removal very labor intensive. The crew did a fantastic job and was able to remove both layers and restore the walls to their original condition.
Highly recommend Bob & Ben Usner Painting
I highly recommend Bob Usner for any and all paint jobs. He previously did an excellent job on some exterior paint work and just completed an entire interior repaint of my house. He and his crew far exceeded my expectations. I have 100+ year old house and the plaster was definitely showing its age. His crew did way more extensive work repairing walls and ceilings than I could have ever expected. He used top quality paint and detailed attention was paid to its application. His estimate was more than fair, and he stuck to it – there are no surprises with Bob. His crew cleaned up at the end of every day, they were polite and conscientious while in my home, and they were very mindful of my pets. In my opinion, if you are looking for a local business to support, you won’t find anyone better in the Pittsburgh area. Bob will always be my go-to for any painting I need.
Here are answers to what Pittsburgh homeowners ask us most. These are the same questions we hear on porches and driveways around town. If you don't see yours, just ask us.
Most jobs cost between $150 and $600. It depends on size and how dirty it is. Older homes with thick mold cost more to clean. We always give a free price check first, so you know the cost upfront.
Most homes take two to four hours. It depends on the size. Patios and driveways usually take an hour or two. We'll give you a time guess during the walkthrough.
DIY washing can hurt old wood siding if the pressure is too strong. We know how to set the right pressure for each surface. That matters a lot on Pittsburgh's older wood homes.
Most Pittsburgh homes need a wash once a year. That's because of the river's damp air. Homes near Butler Street may need it more often due to shade and moisture. We can set up a yearly plan if that helps.
Yes, mold eats into paint and wood over time. Waiting too long means more work and higher costs later. It's cheaper to wash it off early.
Green or black streaks near the roof are the biggest sign. Dull, chalky siding or slick patios are other signs. If paint peels faster than normal, a wash usually helps before repainting.
Yes, many Pittsburgh homes built before 1978 have old lead paint. We follow EPA Lead-Safe rules when washing near peeling or chipped paint. This keeps your family and our crew safe.
