Key West Property Care Blog

Practical guidance on keeping a Key West property in shape - what the salt air and humidity actually do to a building down here, and what it costs to stay ahead of it.

DIY vs. Professional Pressure Washing in Key West: Is It Worth Doing Yourself?

You can rent a pressure washer at the hardware store for about the cost of a nice dinner, point it at your driveway, and watch years of grime disappear in real time. It's genuinely satisfying — and for...

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How Much Does Pressure Washing Cost in Key West? (2026 Pricing Guide)

"What's it going to cost?" is the first question most people have when they look at a green driveway or a streaked exterior and decide it's time to call someone. It's a fair question — and a hard...

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Airbnb & VRBO Property Maintenance: A Guide for Florida Keys Vacation Property Owners

A Key West vacation property is a serious investment — and on the short-term-stay platforms, its exterior appearance is working for you or against you in every listing photo and every guest review. Guests notice a green-streaked walkway,...

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Soft Washing vs. Pressure Washing: Which Does Your Key West Home Need?

Not every dirty surface should be blasted with high-pressure water. In fact, on a lot of Key West homes, high pressure is exactly what you don't want — it can strip paint, gouge soft old wood, crack tile,...

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Hurricane Season Property Checklist for Florida Keys Homeowners

Hurricane season in the Florida Keys runs from June 1 through November 30 — six months during which your property sits in one of the most exposed positions in the United States. Key West is a low, flat...

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How Often Should You Pressure Wash in the Florida Keys?

If you've recently moved to the Florida Keys or purchased a vacation property in Key West, you may have noticed something that mainland Florida homeowners rarely deal with: surfaces here get dirty fast. Your driveway was clean in...

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