About Hometown Hydro in Monticello, IA

Hometown Hydro is a locally owned and operated pressure washing and soft washing company serving Monticello and surrounding communities throughout eastern Iowa. Founded by Gage, a veteran with more than eight years of experience in industrial facility cleaning, the company brings professional-grade exterior cleaning methods to residential and commercial properties across the region.

After years working in industrial settings, Gage saw an opportunity to provide the same level of quality and expertise closer to home—serving neighbors, local businesses, and families in the community where he lives. What started as a way to stay near family has grown into a business built on repeat customers and referrals from property owners who appreciate straightforward pricing, honest communication, and results that last.

You'll work directly with the owner on every project. There's no sales team, no subcontractors—just one point of contact who knows your property, remembers your preferences, and stands behind the work. That consistency matters when you're trusting someone with your home or storefront.

Reach out today to discuss your exterior cleaning needs and get a customized plan for your property.

Not every surface should be cleaned the same way. Pressure washing uses high-pressure water to remove dirt, grime, and buildup from durable surfaces like concrete driveways, sidewalks, and pavement. Soft washing uses low-pressure water combined with cleaning solutions to safely treat delicate surfaces like vinyl siding, roofs, wood decks, and painted trim. Using the wrong method can damage materials, strip paint, or drive water where it doesn't belong.

Hometown Hydro evaluates each surface and selects the appropriate technique based on the material, condition, and type of buildup present. That approach protects your investment while delivering the clean, refreshed appearance you're looking for. Whether you need algae removed from north-facing siding, oil stains lifted from a parking lot, or mold treated on deck boards, the method matches the surface.

DIY exterior cleaning comes with risks—improper pressure settings can etch concrete, damage wood grain, or force water behind siding and into wall cavities. Professional equipment, training, and experience reduce those risks while delivering more thorough results. You get the peace of mind that comes with insured, experienced work and the assurance that the job will be done right the first time.

Hometown Hydro serves residential clients looking to maintain curb appeal and protect siding, roofs, and hardscapes, as well as commercial clients who need storefronts, parking areas, and building exteriors kept clean and welcoming. The service area extends 45 miles from Monticello, covering communities including Anamosa, Manchester, Marion, Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cascade, Hopkinton, Delhi, Central City, Farley, Springville, Dyersville, and beyond.