Nakoma, West Madison
Soft-washed a Tudor Revival on Nakoma Road — pH-neutral chemistry on original limestone accents, low-pressure rinse on painted wood trim, full exterior restored
West Madison: residential district of Madison, WI (city population ~269,840, Dane County), home to Nakoma, Westmorland, and Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhoods
Specialty cleaning for solar panels, skylights, chandeliers, post-construction, and more.
Some jobs need a careful, experienced hand — and most companies won't touch them. Solar panels losing efficiency? We restore 20-30% of lost production with a pure water rinse that won't void your warranty. New construction? We remove adhesive, overspray, and builder debris so your home is truly move-in ready. Skylights, chandeliers, mirrors — if it's a surface, we clean it.
Serving the Highlands neighborhood in West Madison and surrounding areas.
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What is additional services like in Highlands, West Madison, WI?
The Total Wash Co. provides pressure washing, soft washing, window cleaning, and gutter cleaning throughout West Madison — serving Nakoma, Westmorland, Dudgeon-Monroe, Vilas, and the Highlands neighborhood. West Madison's concentration of mid-century Colonials and Tudor Revival homes along Nakoma Road and Odana Road represent some of the most character-rich properties we clean in the entire city. The UW Arboretum's edge generates year-round leaf fall and moisture conditions that keep Vilas and Dudgeon-Monroe gutters packed solid well before Halloween, and the dense oak and maple canopy in Westmorland means north-facing siding stays wet enough for algae to establish within weeks of warm weather. We've been running annual house wash routes through the Monroe Street corridor since 2021 — these homes respond beautifully to soft washing, and the before/after difference on weathered Westmorland aluminum siding is dramatic. The Highlands and Sunset Village neighborhoods have more vinyl and fiber cement construction from the 1980s and 1990s that develops pollen haze every spring. Our spring soft wash service in West Madison books fast — we recommend scheduling before April.
Representative examples of the exterior cleaning we take on around West Madison. Scope and pricing are quoted per property.
Nakoma, West Madison
Soft-washed a Tudor Revival on Nakoma Road — pH-neutral chemistry on original limestone accents, low-pressure rinse on painted wood trim, full exterior restored
Westmorland, West Madison
Cleared 180 linear feet of gutters on a 1958 ranch — Arboretum oak debris had completely blocked two downspouts causing overland water flow against foundation
Dudgeon-Monroe, West Madison
Interior and exterior window cleaning on a Craftsman bungalow near Monroe Street — 28 windows including storm panels, DI water system for streak-free finish
Here's what's included with every additional services job — no add-ons, no surprises.
Purified water rinse to remove dust, pollen, and bird droppings — restore 20-30% lost efficiency.
Interior and exterior skylight cleaning at any height — more natural light, better views.
Careful hand-cleaning of crystal, glass, and decorative light fixtures without disassembly.
New build or renovation cleanup — remove builder debris, adhesive, paint overspray, and construction dust.
Full exterior and window cleaning for real estate transactions — make the best impression.
Fabric, metal, and polycarbonate awning cleaning and treatment to extend life and appearance.
Post-wash stain and seal application for wood decks and fences — complete restoration.
Interior glass surfaces, mirrors, glass railings, shower doors, and glass furniture.
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Our proven 5-step process delivers consistent, professional results every time.
Understand your specific needs, inspect the surfaces or fixtures, and recommend the best approach.
Protect surrounding areas, set up access equipment, and prep the appropriate cleaning solution.
Apply the right technique for each surface — purified water for solar, hand-clean for chandeliers, targeted treatment for stains.
Final polish, edge work, and hardware wipe-down for a complete, professional result.
Walk through the results together, apply any protective coatings, and advise on maintenance intervals.
The Highlands' spacious lots and large homes with extensive window arrays deserve professional care that matches the neighborhood's upscale character. We provide meticulous window and exterior cleaning that keeps these modern and mid-century properties looking their best.


From West Towne Mall to neighborhoods throughout West Madison, we bring professional cleaning services right to your door.
Large window walls and skylights common in Highlands homes are magnets for hard-water spots from irrigation systems and pollen from nearby wooded lots. Multi-story facades also require specialized equipment and safety protocols for thorough cleaning.
The Highlands sits on the elevated, hillside terrain that runs north through West Madison, and the neighborhood's 1980s and 1990s vinyl and early fiber-cement construction means specialty exterior work here has to account for wind exposure that flatter West Madison neighborhoods don't see. Deck staining on the Highlands' hillside decking is best scheduled for late spring or early fall, avoiding the elevated lots' wind-blown pollen accumulation in May that settles harder here than on sheltered, lower-lying streets. Snow removal prioritizes the neighborhood's higher-elevation driveways, which catch more wind-driven drift accumulation along hillside grades than the flatter streets elsewhere in West Madison. Holiday light installation on the Highlands' 1980s and 1990s two-story homes is popular in November, and we bundle that work with fall gutter service. Post-construction cleanup has become more common here as the neighborhood's fiber-cement-era homes go through renovations and additions three to four decades after original construction, and we treat that debris separately from routine seasonal washing since hillside drainage patterns affect how residue settles differently than on flat lots.
If your home has an irrigation system, adjust sprinkler heads to avoid hitting windows and siding. Mineral deposits from well water are the number one cause of stubborn window staining in the Highlands area.
Great communication start to finish
“Ashton arrived to clean out our impossibly high gutters. I was impressed with the efficiency! I really appreciated the communication. A text reminding of day and time. Also a notification when they were on the way. All on time!!!!”
Nancy Curtin
Madison, WI
Last-minute seasonal booking
“Experience with snow removal has been top notch! We were worried we wouldn't find someone in time this year but Ashton was prompt and efficient.”
Anita Hemmingway
Madison, WI
Commercial client — The Madisonian
“They did a wonderful job here at The Madisonian! Would recommend them to everyone!”
Lauri Stamps
Madison, WI
Representative customer feedback — illustrative of the results we aim for, not independently verified Google reviews.
Removed impossible rust stains
“Rust stains on our concrete from old patio furniture. They used some kind of specialty treatment and the stains are completely gone. I tried everything from the hardware store — nothing worked until these guys.”
George Reilly
Monona, WI
Careful solar panel cleaning
“They cleaned our solar panels and were careful with the expensive equipment. They also did our skylights while they were up there. Efficient and thorough.”
Priya Mehta
Shorewood Hills, WI
Hard water stain removal
“Crystal clear windows from top to bottom. They used a water-fed pole system that left zero streaks. Even got the hard water stains off our bathroom skylights that I thought were permanent.”
David Hernandez
Fitchburg, WI
Pricing varies by service type and scope. Solar panel cleaning starts at $150 (30-panel home: $300–$390). Skylights, chandeliers, and post-construction are each quoted individually.
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Common questions about our additional services service in the Highlands area.
We offer a full range of residential cleaning services in Highlands, West Madison. Bundle services and save!
Crystal-clear windows for your home with our exclusive Quarterly Protective Coating Program.
Window Cleaning in HighlandsComplete house washing and soft wash services to restore your home's curb appeal.
Exterior Cleaning in HighlandsProfessional pressure washing for driveways, patios, decks, and every type of stain.
Surface Cleaning in HighlandsComplete gutter cleaning, maintenance, and protection to prevent costly water damage.
Gutter Services in HighlandsHoliday lighting installation, snow removal, de-icing, and seasonal property maintenance.
Seasonal Services in HighlandsRestore lost energy output with a deionized water rinse that won't void your manufacturer warranty. Zero soap. Zero chemicals. Just pure water.
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