Warehouse and industrial facilities present cleaning challenges that most contractors decline or handle poorly: metal siding that can't take high pressure, loading docks with petroleum buildup, truck courts that can't be shut down, and roof lines that require lift equipment to reach. We handle all of it.
Soft washing for coated metal panels. Hot-water degreasing for dock aprons and truck courts. Drone systems for tall walls, skylights, and roof lines — without a boom lift blocking your yard. Sections cleaned in rotation so operations continue throughout.
Why industrial cleaning is different from commercial cleaning
The contamination profile on an industrial property is different from an office building. Petroleum drips from trucks and forklifts. Grease from dock equipment. Hydraulic fluid. Chemical residue. These don't respond to standard pressure washing — they need hot water and the right degreasing chemistry.
Metal building panels are also more sensitive than most contractors assume. Factory-applied coatings on metal siding are not replaceable without repainting the whole building. High pressure strips them. Soft washing at the right concentration removes biological growth and oxidation without touching the coating.
Signs it's time to schedule
- Algae and oxidation on metal siding panels
- Grease and petroleum buildup on dock aprons and ramps
- Tire marks and diesel residue on truck courts
- Biological growth on shaded north-facing walls
- Dirty skylights reducing natural light inside
- Dumpster and compactor areas with organic staining and odor
How we do it
Facility walkthrough
We identify every surface type, the contamination profile, and any operational constraints before quoting. No flat rates — every facility is different.
Dock and court degreasing
Hot-water pressure washing for petroleum on dock aprons, ramps, and truck courts. Cold water alone does not break down diesel and hydraulic fluid.
Building exterior cleaning
Soft wash for metal panels and coated surfaces. Drone delivery for upper walls and skylights. Ground crews for lower walls and detail work.
Operational coordination
Sections cleaned in rotation. Overnight and weekend scheduling available. Drone work on upper walls can proceed above an active yard.
Where we work
WashLabs is based in Philadelphia and serves commercial properties across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. We travel for the right job — if you have a property outside our immediate area, reach out and we'll let you know if we can make it work.
Warehouse & Industrial Exterior Washing questions
Can you clean while the facility is operating?
Yes. We work in sections and coordinate with your operations team. Drone work on upper walls and roof lines can proceed above an active yard without disrupting ground operations.
How do you clean coated metal siding?
Soft washing — low pressure plus cleaning solution. High pressure strips factory coatings and is how metal siding gets damaged. We use the right chemistry for the contamination and rinse at pressure the coating can handle.
Do you serve South Jersey and Delaware?
Yes. We serve industrial and warehouse facilities across the Philadelphia tri-state area: Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
Do you handle dumpster and compactor areas?
Yes. Dumpster pads, compactor areas, and grease trap surrounds are part of our industrial scope. These areas typically need hot-water degreasing and odor treatment.