Before and After: 3 Real Homes We Transformed (And What It Cost to Wait)
A lot of my blog posts have been about telling you the effects of not keeping on top of exterior cleaning, so in this post I decided to show rather than tell.
And nothing tells the story better than a shock and awe of the before-and-after.
We’ve worked on hundreds of homes and businesses across Belfast and Antrim, and it never fails to amaze us, the difference a single visit can make is staggering.
But just as powerful as the transformation… is what we often see before we even get started.
I’ve said it before in my blog posts, this is not about scaring you into a service, I aim to simply educate you and help you save a lot of money down the line.
So getting into it.
I am going to show you 3 of my favourite cleans that we have completed here at Wash Off N.I.
These aren’t stock images I have nabbed off Google or Pinterest transformations.
These are real jobs from real clients, homes we helped bring back to life through simple, strategic cleaning.
So the 3 cleans I am going to show you today are as follows…
PVC Gutter Clean
A Render Clean
A Pebbledash Wall Clean
In each of these cleans, you’ll see the visual difference, the common mistake that caused the issue, and how the homeowner saved themselves from repairs down the line.
Let’s kick things off with one of the most dramatic transformations we’ve had to date, the render clean.
🧼 Case Study 1: The Render Clean That Reversed 4 Years of Neglect
From a distance, you’d think this house had been vandalised.
Streaks of red and black algae had stained the entire side wall, leaving it looking worn, tired, and honestly, a bit of an eyesore.
The homeowner told us they hadn’t touched the render since moving in. They’d been meaning to book a clean “at some point.”
If I had a pound coin for every time I have heard this I wouldn’t need to be in business at all😂
That "someday" ended up being years of weather exposure, grime build-up, and slow algae growth that completely changed the colour of the wall.
By the time we arrived, the render was patchy, tired, and looked like it needed a full repaint.
But here’s the truth…
Most render doesn’t need repainting, it just needs a proper soft wash.
Using our professional biocide soft wash system, we treated the stained areas with care.
This wasn’t about blasting the surface and hoping for the best.
It was targeted, controlled, and thorough.
Within hours, the wall had gone from streaked and dirty to clean, uniform, and fresh.
✅No repainting needed
✅Neighbours complimented the house within days
✅A problem that had been hanging over them for years, gone in ONE visit
✅Long-lasting results with minimal disruption
Cost of waiting?
If they had waited any longer, the algae would’ve etched into the render and likely required professional re-coating, a job that could’ve run into the thousands (If you think I am over exaggerating look it up on Google.)
All it took was a single clean to save the surface, and restore the homeowner’s pride in their property.
🧽 Case Study 2: Wall Cleaning That Made the Home Look 20 Years Younger.
This was actually one of the rare times that a homeowner hadn’t taken a power washer to the walls.
I was so relieved to hear that the homeowner hadn’t gone anywhere near the walls with a pressure washer because the walls were pebbledashed and this would have been an absolute disaster.
But the pebbledash finish had gone from a soft, sandy tone to an uneven mess of dirty streaks, black patches, and built-up grime.
When we arrived, the first thing they said was, “Be honest… Is it savable?”
We hear this all the time, but here’s the thing…
Most exterior walls (even roughcast or pebbledash) just need the right clean.
This home hadn’t been cleaned in a very long time.
A mix of shaded areas, high moisture, and nearby trees meant algae had quietly taken over.
We used our low-pressure wall wash system to clean the pebbledash safely.
It took time and a few careful passes, but by the time we were done, the walls looked lighter, brighter, and 20 years younger.
✅No scaffolding or painting crews needed
✅Client ticked off a major job they’d been putting off for years
✅The house stood out amongst their neighbours
✅ Soft-wash method means longer-lasting results
Cost of waiting?
A full repaint on textured surfaces like pebbledash can cost £2,000–£4,000.
This clean?
A fraction of that, and done in one day.
They didn’t just save money, they felt coming out and seeing their home full of life and looking like it did on the day they bought it.
🧴 Case Study 3: PVC Gutter Revival That Saved a Home From a Full Replacement
Let’s talk about the forgotten parts of the home most people forget… until they go yellow, grey, or green.
We’re talking PVC guttering and fascia boards, the edges and lines that frame your entire house.
In this case, a client reached out and said they were pricing replacements.
Their PVC gutters were dull, discoloured, and streaked, and they assumed they were past saving.
When we got there, we could see the potential straight away.
Our PVC cleaning process is gentle but effective.
We use a non-abrasive detergent that breaks down years of oxidation, grime, algae, and mildew, and we follow it up with a deep rinse and polish.
The result?
That white, glossy finish they hadn’t seen in years came back like it was brand new.
✅No contractors or replacements, just a deep clean
✅The client said, “It looks like a brand new gutter.”
✅A massive visual boost for the exterior of the home
✅Not only a visual boost but also a very practical boost as this means the gutters are in better working order to do their job.
Cost of waiting?
Full PVC guttering replacement can run £1,500–£3,000+. And most of the time, it’s totally avoidable.
This clean?
Again a fraction of that, and it bought them years more life on the material.
Sometimes it’s not broken, it’s just dirty.
What Waiting Costs: The Hidden Price of Delay
So these clients were smart enough to book a clean and deal with the problem, but we have also been to a few homes where they weren’t as lucky and there was damage.
The longer grime, algae, and moss sit on your exterior, the worse the damage becomes, and the more expensive it is to fix.
Here's what some of these delays can cost Northern Ireland homeowners:
Render repaint: £1,000–£3,000
Wall restoration: £1,500+
Fascia and soffit replacement: £2,000–£4,000
PVC frame replacement: £1,500–£3,000
Water damage repairs: £1,000–£7,000
The real pain won’t just go from emotional but it’ll become financial.
The earlier you act, the more money, and stress, you save.
How We Work While You're at Work
The best part?
You don’t have to take a day off, move your car, or wait around all morning.
At Wash Off N.I, we’ve designed our entire system to run smoothly while you're living your day to day life.
Here's how it works:
You send a photo or quick message about what needs done
We book a date that suits you
We clean while you’re out (no access to your house needed)
We send before-and-after photos straight to your phone
You can pay online, no awkward doorstep visits
Our goal is simple, a home you’re proud of, without disrupting your day.
Why These Clients Booked Again (and Again)
Every job in this post?
They are still customers, some of whom have already booked their next clean.
Once you see what a difference a proper clean makes, it’s hard to go back.
That’s why we’ve built long-term trust with clients who now book seasonal cleans, every spring and autumn, to keep their homes looking fresh and damage-free.
If you are wondering how you can stay on top of your cleans throughout the different seasons then check out my previous blog post. (LINK BLOG POST HERE)
Because here’s the truth…
You don’t need to be a DIY expert.
You just need someone who does the job right, and who treats your property like it’s their own.
That’s Wash Off N.I
Ready to Be the Next Transformation?
You’ve just seen what’s possible…
Real homes!
Real problems!
Real results!
These case studies weren’t just great turnarounds… they were avoidable headaches that got sorted with the right clean at the right time.
If your gutters are sagging, your render’s going green, or your PVC has lost its shine, don’t wait until it’s too late.
Be the next home that gets a fresh start.
✅ Soft washing for render and walls
✅ Gutter vacuuming with photo proof
✅ PVC and fascia restoration
✅ Patio, driveway and roof cleaning
We serve homes across Northern Ireland, quickly, cleanly, and professionally.
Let’s get your before-and-after transformation underway.
Message Wash Off N.I today, and let us show you what clean really looks like.
