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Grime Busters Power Washing Grime Busters Power Washing can remove years of environmental pollutants, mildew, and dirt. Power washing not only improves the look of your deck, home or building, it protects it as well. Annual cleanings improve paint life and removes mildew and mold spores that cause allergies and destroy surface area.
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The Grime Busters is a proud Maryland Home Improvement Commission Licensed Company. Our MHIC # is 103196. All of our work is fully guaranteed and we carry workers compensation as well as proper liability insurance. We are insured to do work on ladders at your roofline, which most "fly by night" companies are not insured to do.
We are experts in the field of power washing. Our expertise includes house washing, wood restoration, and much more. We provide our services to both residential & commercial customers. We have over 16 years of experience and have successfully completed over 10,000 projects with an impeccable service record. Below is a list of our services with more detailed information.
Grime Busters Power Washing has been washing residential homes for over 17 years. We will safely & thoroughly get rid of the dirt, pollen, mold, algae, grime & other environmental pollutants that have accumulated on your home which can detract from your properties value and in some instances present unsafe conditions.
The damaging effects of sun, precipitation and temperature extremes on exposed unprotected wood begin immediately and last forever. Morning dew, rainwater and melting ice or snow are quickly absorbed by unprotected wood, causing it to soften and swell. Direct exposure to the sun's heat causes drying, which makes wood shrink.
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Scott La Rock
Jun 23, 2022
Grime Busters really came through, literally. I have an upcoming event and needed my deck washed and stained. I called Grime Busters on short notice. I was told they weee booked but they would do their best to service my deck before our event, but they could not promise anything. Just a couple days passed and I received a message that they had a cancellation and could come out the next day. They did so, and the job was amazing. Thanks Joe!
Evita Foster
Jun 12, 2022
Grime busters was able to squeeze me into their schedule to power wash my house and deck. All other companies I contacted had no availability for almost 2 weeks. Grime Busters were able to do the work within a few days of me calling them. They gave me a decent quote. CJ came through and did an amazing job! My deck looks brand new! I will definitely use them in the future and will recommend them to my neighbors/friends.
Lesli Dixon
Jun 04, 2022
Okay, so I know it looks sketchy with my back to back reviews - but once again they are loooong overdue! After the awesome experience we had having our gutters cleaned, and then some, we called up Joe to get our fence stained. He listened to the particulars of the look I wanted to achieve, tempered my expectations accordingly (certain stains are lighter than others) but kept his word at my request for 2 coats. It. Looks. Fabulous. :D We get compliments all the time and I believe it will last at least 5 years, if not many more. Marcel was a true professional - preserving the pavement from errant stain spills and avoiding the hardware on the gates. (Photos show Before and After) I absolutely recommend Joe and his team if you want a quality fence/deck staining that'll protect your investment and look truly fabulous. *Note: Ready Seal Stain is THE BEST, but requires twice as many gallons as your average for pictured effect*
Lesli Dixon
Jun 03, 2022
This review is looong overdue. Joe sent John to clean our gutters and he went above and beyond cleaning them, removing small tree limbs that would have interfered with water drainage (and allowed critters into our attic) and made a small but significant repair (nailing down unsecured siding) which could have led to some costly repairs if left exposed to the elements.

I cannot speak highly enough about Joe's company, how he runs it and the integrity of the people he employs. Joe will continue to get my business and recommendations to everyone I know!
T. Scott
May 25, 2022
Grime Busters did a wonderful job getting rid of the grime on my patio and fence. The technician was prompt and professional.and understanding about my hesitation to actually go into the back yard with the mold, grime etc. But now that's its clean I will be able to enjoy it. Glad they were able to add me to the schedule just in time for memorial day!
Sandee Castagna
May 22, 2022
This is the second time we've used Grime Busters and definitely would recommend them to anyone who needs power washing services. Jeremy arrived as scheduled and did a very thorough job on our patio and pool deck. Couldn't be happier with the outcome.
Ken Visco
Apr 19, 2022
We are very happy with the communication during the process: from scheduling the estimate to completing the work. We had our house & deck power washed and our deck repainted to a new color. We are very please with how everything came out. We would recommend Grime Buster for power washing and deck painting.
JustFurKicksJFK
Apr 14, 2022
I had my home washed with Grime Busters. Everything from the quote to the service was easy and professional! The service tech CJ was polite and professional. He respected where I didn't want my home to be washed. Overall a very satisfied customer and will be working with them in the future!
Madhurima D.
Dec 17, 2021
I have a small deck at the back of my house. It was 6 years old and I have not done much to take care of it and it started showing. Finally decided to wash and stain it before it got worse. Found this place on facebook, Joe responded immediately on facebook messenger and got the details needed from me. He made suggestions on what kind of sealant to use for the deck.

He mentioned that they were booked for the season. By this time, I was impressed with the prompt communication and their service, I have decided to go with them and wanted to wait for their next available appointment. Joe responded after a few days saying that an availability opened up and should be able to wash my deck in a couple of weeks. He kept me informed the whole time.

I was given all the instructions and what to expect before their visit. On the scheduled date, their crew came and power washed the deck thoroughly. Next day, they promptly showed up and stained it. Overall, I was impressed with the service and the price. I would recommend them without any hesitation.
Kim McCarthy
Nov 28, 2021
I 100% rely on the recommendations of my friends for local jobs. Joe came extremely highly recommended from my most reliable friend. It was absolutely deserved. Grime Busters did the job. Joe's professionalism is second to none. I am not exaggerating. He responded to me after hours - texted and called. Joe and his folks made sure the job was done right! I had an area with a lot of soot that I could not get off - they did. You can count on Grime Busters.
Pedro Lopez
Nov 20, 2021
Joe, has a fantastic crew! Marcel went out of his way to ensure we were pleased with the service provided. I must say my house NEVER looked better! Grime Buster's has won me over and I will be calling him first to care for my property. If you have any doubts at least let him show you the quality of the service, you won't be disappointed.
Sean Plunkett
Oct 01, 2021
Absolutely amazing and respectful! Not only did they do an amazing job with the cleaning of the walkway, my patio, and my house. But they were very respectful with my property. I have an electric mower that is kept outback, and they moved it out of the way, cleaned, and then put it back. Astounding work, and professional, respectful service. Amazing personnel. 100% would recommend to anyone who needs these services done.
George B.
Sep 17, 2021
Top notch! GB wasn't the cheapest of the 3 qualified estimates I got, but Joe was the only one who sent me a written proposal specifying the work to be done. After I gave them the okay, we were scheduled for about 2 weeks out but they called me after ~3 days and said they had a cancellation so they could do it the next day. Right on time, Jeremy showed up, answered my questions, and got to work.

The results are amazing! I was most concerned about the hideous green slime on the siding in the back (now completely gone!) but the soffit, gutters, door frames, and window frames also look brand new. The brick in front looks 5 shades lighter, too. Jeremy did a great job! Joe gave me a tip that helped a lot: I raised the screens a couple of inches for the dirt to drain out and it worked great. I highly recommend Grime Busters.
Gabriela Kahrl
Aug 25, 2021
We had an amazing experience with Grimebusters. They replied to our request for a quote within an hour or less of our initial request, were extremely responsive, answered all of our questions, and power washed our fence & patio & walkways by that same afternoon. Excellent service in less than 24 hours! Their tech was exceptionally thorough. And, as a company, they demonstrated their commitment to customer service AND appreciation for/fairness to their staff throughout the process.

For example, proving that part of the payment had gone to the tech by providing proof via screenshot. Our fence went from green to brand new and our patio from black/grey to white. We were absolutely shocked by the results! Don't hesitate to hire!
James Larentzos
Aug 21, 2021
Excellent customer service! Can't say enough about how helpful Joe was in taking the time to talk through my questions and help me find the right solutions, then move mountains to get the work scheduled in a rush! Technician CJ was great. was very thorough and paid extra attention to details. Overall, a great experience!
Dennis Boucher
Aug 04, 2021
Joe was great from start to finish. CJ arrived early, did a walk around, answered all my questions and put me at ease. Before and after pictures below do not do CJ justice. Decks look awesome and I have the cleanest driveway/walkway in the neighborhood. Thanks Joe, CJ and Grime Busters. 5 for sure.
Lois Moore
Jun 27, 2021
To whom it may concern, My experiences with Grime Busters Power Washing was very positive. The work they performed on my house and deck brought my property back to nearly new condition. I was very pleased & satisfied. I thought the price was reasonable. The work was done in just a few hours. The worker was actually a little ahead of the scheduled time which was fine with me.

The worker was polite & respectful. I have used this company on three separate occasions and was very pleased each time. I will probably use this company for future jobs. Sincerely, Ms. B. Phillips
Danielle S.
Jul 03, 2020
We contacted GrimeBusters to power wash our home. They were reliable and showed up on time. They did a great job! When they did the job it was an overcast. Later I realized that there were a few spots that were missed. They immediately came out and took care of it with no problem. I recommended them to my neighbors who just received a quote. We will be using them again!
Lynn C.
Jun 20, 2020
It was extremely quick and easy to get a quote from Joe on the work to be performed as well as scheduling the jobs once I decided among my options. The technician that performed the gutter cleaning, deck power washing and deck staining was very professional and did a great job.
Robin S.
Jun 19, 2020
We had our gutters replaced a year ago. Service was efficient and they came on time. No problems at all, until we mistakenly thought a bird had gotten under our gutter guards so we called Joe. He reassured us that it was pretty much impossible for a bird to get under the guards and even squeezed us in for an emergency call the following day. Excellent product and superior service. Thank you!
LaVerne K.
Apr 28, 2020
Today was my first experience with Grime Busters Power Washing. The owner, Joe, is expeditious in returning phone calls and it is rare to have access to the owner. From the price quote to the day-of service, the process was professional and top notch. Marcel gave exceptional service! Our home looks fantastic and is season-ready. Do yourself a favor and call, Joe!
Kenyon M.
Sep 19, 2019
They didn't not wash the second story of my house. The tech said they can clean it without a ladder. This impossible in the front because I have a porch with a roof over top. The porch still looked dirty after it was sprayed. I went out and could wipe dirt off with my hand. I then went out with a scrub brush to remove more dirt. After the tech left, I sprayed some mold and fungus cleaner I bought from Home Depot and the dirt came right off.

I contacted Joe about the tech and questioned him about their cleaning solution which I thought would be better than store bought. He responded but never addressed that questioned and never responded to my texts or calls. Poor service and quality of work.
Allison Eaton
Sep 05, 2019
We just looking for Power washing for my house, Deck and Fence and I found it is in Clipper Magazine. I just asking for Free Estimate Suddenly, Joe(Owner) set up the guy came to my house! so fast! He put Free Estimate paper on the door. I am so happy with the price. Same day I called Joe(Owner) to set up Schedule which is on June 7th 2019. Joe and Myself have been wonderful communication with Text message since I am deaf and I always ask few questions be sure Everything is good.

I am pleased have business with Joe and Marcel. I gave them A +++++ and Marcel(Technician) is soo awesome job! check out all photos! Marcel DID ALL! all of my Neighbors got jealous! Thank you so much!
Damien P.
May 28, 2019
Called Joe on a last minute customer complaint of oil left on pavers. He was polite, professional and clearly explained all of his expectations upfront. He promised to get me in as soon as possible. He delivered all of the way around! He was onsite within 48hrs., treated our customer as if it were his own, communicated with myself the whole process through. What not even could you ask for? He gets it. People have a choice when it comes to service. People want to choose what's east. Joe makes it easy! Thanks Joe!
Heather B.
Apr 27, 2019
Me and my husband hired crime busters to come out and completely power wash our house we are extremely happy with the job that they did and will want to hire them again hopefully next year.
Lynn S.
Apr 23, 2019
Poor phone customer service! I sent an email through their website to get a quote. I requested that they not call me but send me the quote by email. My husband is elderly and sick. He naps throughout the day and the phone wakes him up. After thinking about it I decided to call and get the quote since it would be easier. I called the next day and spoke with Joe.

All I said to him was that I submitted the online request for a quote. He asked me when and I told him just yesterday. He looked it up and from there his tone changed. He said in a really defensive manner you didn't want us to call you so we didn't. I wasn't calling to be critical about them not contacting me. I was just calling to get a quote.

I guess he was mad that I didn't want a call back and it was less than 48 hours. I explained my situation with my husband, but he didn't seem to care. He went off by saying that they can't email people because they are too busy. I told him I understood that (after he interrupted me several times). I told him a short email requesting that I call them would have been nice.

He said he's working 18 hours a day and it would be at least 3 days before anyone would have called me. The work would be at least three weeks out. The tone of his voice was rude and he acted like he didn't want or need my business because they were already too busy. I only hope no one speaks to his mother, sister or whomever that way. I decided not to proceed even though they have other good reviews. I was afraid the other employees would be the same.
Aaron J.
Jun 11, 2018
Beware if you live in the city or have close neighbors. I had my rowhome and deck pressure washed and deck painted. The owner sent only 1 worked to complete the job. It was a little windy outside and a 2nd person could have helped with paint sprayer control. As the painted the deck, some over spray got on both neighbors houses and one of my neighbors cars (which is brand new).

I called the owner and explained the problems and he did nothing to assist in resolving the problem. He placed blame on the the 1 man crew size on how other large projects he had/how busy he was. No offer to come himself/send additional help/project discount. -I spent 3 hours detailing her car to remove the paint flecks. -I had to help and provide direction on spots that needed to be cleaned off my neighbors houses. Final Product after cleaning looks decent. Employee who did project was professional and worked hard.
N. M.
Oct 16, 2017
These guys are fantastic! We own a rental house in Clarksville, MD, but live in California. We usually have our rental agency take care of maintenance, but once in a while they quote us a price that seems out of line, and then we'll search to find someone who can do the work at a reasonable price. I always dread that, as it is usually a huge hassle to try to find reliable people from such a long distance.

But Joe made it easy for us---very professional at every step, and he even sent us before-and-after pictures. We saved hundreds of dollars and I still cannot believe how much better the deck looks (the house looks great too). Even the rental agency was impressed. I'm sure I'll be hiring Grime Busters again in the future.
Kelly R.
Sep 17, 2017
Joe took my call in the evening when I thought I might get an answering machine! Impressive! We were then able to share photos of my current deck and samples of possibilities for staining the deck. The estimate was fair and honest and reasonable. Dale showed up on Labor Day to complete the work, He was very pleasant and diligent with his work. Joe and Dale were both very reliable as well as professional throughout the entire process.

I would recommend Grime Busters without hesitation for anyone looking to power wash their home and staining or refinish their deck! I really appreciated Joe's honesty when we were talking about possible solutions to our deck issue. He was extremely knowledgeable about the process and the potential products that could be used to achieve your desired result.
Debbie F.
Aug 11, 2017
Great conversation with the owner to book the estimate and even the estimator promised the world. Felt super confident booking the work. Well you know what they say about if it sounds to good to be true. Disappointed since all the reviews seemed to show such miraculous service. One person showed up to do a very large job, it was extremely hot outside and while this guy really seemed to bust his butt, the fatigue and single pair of eyes effected the overall quality of the job.

A second person would have been able to point out the few missed spots and allowed it to be fixed immediately. A major disappointment is the bottom of the deck. We were told it wasn't cleaned because it wasn't part of the original quote and it is an additional charge of almost $200. So now there is a clean patio that looks up to a green underside deck.

Strange thing is where the solution dripped from the surface of the deck being treated, it looks like fresh wood. Just seemed as though there was a lot of double talk. If you go with them, make sure your contract is clear and in writing. Good luck.
Raffy P.
Jul 20, 2017
Do Not Hire these scam artists. All the people writing good reviews are a little brain washed. anyone with a brain can show up with a pressure washer and make something filthy look clean. I urge you do not hire them. They are dishonest and will rip you off the first time they see you. There are plenty of stand up people in Baltimore to hire to get the job done without the immoral business owner who is fueled by greed and lies. Do NOT HIRE!
David V.
Feb 11, 2017
Quick reply by owner. Very accommodating and will fit you into the schedule. Removed mildew and mold from house siding and the house looks like new. Price was about 1/2 of what I paid in the past and the work was superior!
Christina S.
Nov 12, 2016
What luck! My power washer guy actually stupid me up at an appointment and I saw this company's van in my neighborhood an hour later so I called. They were able to start my project as soon as they were done the other job that same day and came back on time the next day to finish it. And it was really a great job. The guys were super friendly and professional and went above and beyond to get the work done and my deck and siding look amazing and clean! I'd definitely hire them again and recommend them.
Catherine F.
Oct 20, 2016
These guys did a superb job for me. The stucco home I just moved into had patches of black mold and green mold that had been left on there for a long time. The HOA was on my back. I called Grimebusters and Joe gave me a great deal, throwing in the floor of my roof deck, and had his crew out the following Monday (I called on Friday). The crew showed up on time and were super friendly.

The outside water supply in my house had been shut off by the previous owners and Grimebusters went above and beyond to find a solution so that the could still clean my house. They did a great job and the home exterior is sparkling now. I'm recommending these guys to my neighbors who have the same issue and will definitely call them the next time I need the stucco cleaned.
Jimmy P.
Jul 12, 2016
These guys are absolutely the best in the business! Super professional from the initial call, visit, estimate and getting the job done right! Very reasonable rates! I had direct contact with the owner on 3 separate occasions and could not be happier with the work! They completed the following: 1. Completely power washed my entire house restoring it so it looks brand new! Siding, Brick facia, Windows, gutters, trim, front walkway, steps, and landing. PERFECTLY NEW! 2.

Power washed my back deck, sealed it, and restored it to new (it is 16 years old and looks as good as originally installed!) PERFECT! His guy John was a true professional! Hard working, respectful.willing to do whatever it took to make the job perfect! AND, everything was done in the same day! This was a big job, but they got it done! Complete! My wife is so thankful and all the kids are amazed at how good the house looks! I recommend these guys 100%!
Leah B.
Jun 03, 2016
I paid 2k for a deck refinish last year and it is peeling. Use another company don't waste your money.
Marianne J.
Aug 14, 2015
I'm with Lisa. I would never recommend these guys. They made a huge mess. Stain all over the backyard beside the deck. Grass destroyed in about a 9'x21' area there. Then power wash solution spilled in 4 places- each about 4-5' square. Now no grass in any of those places Beware
Lauren G.
Aug 07, 2012
I'm glad George had a pleasant experience, but I did not, and would not recommend them. I hired Grime Busters to power wash my house, with special attention to all of the windows. Also, they were to power wash my deck and seal it. The windows needed special attention because spiders build webs in the windows then poop all over them. It's really gross, and I especially hired Grime Busters to take care of this problem.

I specified this as the reason I was getting my house pressure washed. As such, I was told to remove all of my window screens to ensure the best results. So when they were finished, imagine my anger when I looked in my upstairs window and it looked as if water hadn't touched the window at all. OK. We all make careless mistakes. I called and someone came back out to inspect the job of the previous person. Agreed they didn't do a good job, but he didn't come back with a pressure washer to fix the problem!

He asked me to use my pressure washer.uhh, WHAT? That's not all. The original washer also left whole areas of my deck unwashed then sealed over them. You could look and tell the angle he washed the stairs and balusters - imagine the sun casting a shadow is the best way I can describe it. So of course when he sealed the deck, whole areas of the deck didn't get sealed, because they weren't washed properly.

I was also told the seal would last (assuming proper washing, of course) for 3-5 years. Even on the areas I felt were properly washed, rain water stopped beading on the deck within weeks. The last thing is they were to restain my white deck railings, and they did this, but sloppily. I have white wood railings on white (pvc? plastic-like) balusters.

The white stain for the wood can be seen on the plastic -like balusters. In all, while I appreciated their attitude and they were very respectful, I paid $2500 to have a job done well and it was not. And returning without the equipment to correct the problem was pretty inexcusable.
George A.
May 07, 2012
I found these guys through Service Magic last year, and they are awesome! I contracted Grime Busters to power wash my house (in the attempt to buy me another year from painting) and they were extremely professional. The technician showed up on time, and I explained the work to be completed. He was polite and worked quickly, doing a thorough job. I would use this service again and had referred them to several of my neighbors.

I was surprised by how much dirt and pollen could accumulate on a house. I will be using Grime Busters on a bi-yearly basis do perform a deep clean on the exterior of my home and would recommend them to anyone who needs power washing services.