Why Graffiti Is A Red Flag

Graffiti is one of the most dreadful sights a business owner can spot. No one wants to be the target of vandalism, but unfortunately, sometimes it happens. Not only is graffiti offensive and discouraging in the moment, but it can have long-term repercussions for your business if the graffiti is not removed ASAP.

Graffiti Attracts More Graffiti

It's messed up but true- when vandals see a building that's already been tagged, it stands out as more of a mark to them. After all, somebody has already managed to successfully tag this property- why not add to it? Graffiti is a problem that continues to grow if not curtailed immediately, which is one reason why property owners should act quickly to remove it.

The Older It Is, The Harder To Clean

Another reason why we recommend immediate graffiti removal is that the longer you wait, the harder it is to successfully remove. As the paint dries, its bond with the surface underneath grows stronger and stronger. Furthermore, cheap spray paint often has caustic chemicals that can slightly erode the surface underneath. For those reasons, in cases of older graffiti removal, you'll oftentimes still see a shadow of what used to be on the surface. Your chances of a successful complete removal are better the faster you act.

It's Bad For Business

When customers see signs of vandalism on a business, they may associate these markings with a higher incidence of crime in the area and a lack of maintenance and care in regard to the business itself. Whether or not their assessment is actually fair to the business owners, the fact of the matter is that first impressions matter a lot to customers, and graffiti can be a huge turn-off. Furthermore, graffiti and vandalism, in general, are terrible for your property value- yet another reason why fast action to remove it is advisable!

Act Fast, But Act Right

Now, as important as it is to remove graffiti fast, it also needs to be done correctly. Using the wrong type of cleaning chemicals for the surface, scrubbing the surface too hard, or pressure washing with too much power can result in etching, surface damage, shadows, and other harm. You need to act fast, but you need to act right.

As experts in commercial pressure washing, Ace Pressure Washing Services understands the importance of fast, reliable, and safe graffiti removal. Our team of technicians works fast but carefully to get rid of the offending graffiti without altering the surface underneath, so you and your business can get back to normal as soon as possible. If you need graffiti removal on the double, don't delay- call us at 407-873-3936.