Waddle WorksWhy Rust Stains Need Their Own Treatment
Rust soaks into concrete and stucco instead of sitting on top, so a pressure washer cleans everything around the stain and leaves the orange behind. Rust needs a product that breaks it down first.
Where Central Florida rust stains come from
Most orange stains here come from irrigation. Well water high in iron leaves streaks wherever the sprinklers hit, on driveways, walkways and the side of the house. Fertilizer with iron leaves small orange spots, and patio furniture, planters and grills leave rust rings.
What results to expect
Most rust and irrigation stains fade completely once they're treated. Very old, deep stains can usually be lightened a lot, but some won't come out 100%. We'll tell you what to expect before we start.
Keep the stains from coming back
If the stains come from your sprinklers, they'll come back until the water is fixed. Adjust the heads so they don't hit the driveway or walls, and ask an irrigation company about an iron filter for your well. Blow fertilizer back into the grass after the lawn is treated.
How we do it the Waddle Way
We wet the surface and the plants around it, apply a rust remover made for that surface, and let it work. Then we rinse the area thoroughly, rinse the plants again with plain water, and walk it with you. Most customers pair it with a full driveway cleaning so the whole driveway matches. Want to know more? Read our guide on how to remove oil and rust stains from concrete.