Oxidation Removal
What is Oxidation?
Oxidation is a naturally occurring process of vinyl siding. It happens with the polyvinyl chloride, or the PVC, the material is exposed to natural elements, such as oxygen, and is mixed with dirt and grime. While the fading cannot be reversed without either replacing the vinyl, oxidation can do a lot more damage. At South Coast Power Washing we are equipped to remove all kinds of oxidation that are potentially damaging to your home.
Oxidation around your home
Given some time, the paint and plastic surfaces of your home will get old, fade, and become less shiny, because of oxidation. It is often seen on vinyl sidings and painted metal surfaces such as gutters, soffits, and aluminum sidings, on homes with less maintenance.
Dirt and organic buildups that have been sitting on a painted surface for too long can slowly eat the paint and speed up oxidation. Vinyl sidings can also fade slowly when exposed to sunlight.
How do I know it’s oxidized?
Rinse the surface well with a garden hose, wear a pair of dark-colored rubber gloves and lightly wipe the surface, if you see some chalky residue coming off, it is oxidized. Black or gray streaks on metal gutters are often a sign of gutter oxidation too.
Can oxidation be removed?
Yes it absolutely can, with the right tools. We offer oxidation removal services, similar to a car paint restoration. We remove oxidation on gutters and vinyl sidings, also called Gutter Brightening and Vinyl Restoration, respectively. Oxidation removal will be a little more expensive than cleaning, but a lot cheaper than replacing.
