First impressions at a drive thru happen at ground level. Before a customer places an order or pulls up to a window, they have already driven across your concrete and taken in everything your exterior says about how you run things. In Merced, CA, dry summers and dusty agricultural conditions mean that buildup on buildings and concrete accumulates faster than most owners plan for, and wet winters add their own layer of grime.
Merced Window Cleaning handles drive thru cleaning as part of our commercial pressure-washing work. We tailor each quote to meet the specific needs of each commercial property, and we schedule the job around the business’s operation needs. Whether you need a single clean before a busy stretch or a recurring schedule that keeps your property looking sharp, we handle it with professional equipment, an in-person estimate, and a schedule that works around your hours. We serve Merced as our home market and extend coverage to Turlock and Los Banos within our 35 to 40 mile service radius.
Every drive thru cleaning job starts at a minimum of $250 and ranges to $650. From there, pricing runs $0.11 per sq. ft. when the concrete is not very dirty, and can go up to $0.33 per square foot when concrete is heavily built up and requires significantly more time and treatment. Where your job lands in that range depends on total square footage, soil severity, surface type, whether oil treatment is needed as a request-based add-on, and whether the work is one-time or part of a recurring commercial account. Most concrete cleaning jobs take somewhere between 2 to 4 hours depending on the surface area, though that is a general expectation and every commercial site is different. We confirm the full scope during the in-person estimate so there are no surprises on the day of service.
Businesses that commit to recurring maintenance or bring us in for larger-scale exterior work typically receive 5% to 10% off for ongoing commercial contracts or large-scale jobs. Drive thru cleaning pairs well with awning cleaning, building washing, graffiti removal, storefront cleaning, and commercial window cleaning, and when we are already on site with equipment running, bundling those services together often makes practical and financial sense. Additional pricing details are confirmed during the estimate.
Concrete is the surface we work with most often on drive thru jobs. We start with a pretreatment application, then connect a surface cleaner and work through every inch evenly. After that pass, a wand pulls standing dirty water and loosened debris off the surface, and we direct the runoff deliberately so the finished area stays clean. In Merced, agricultural dust and seasonal buildup settle on exposed commercial concrete quickly, which is one reason recurring service tends to make sense for businesses that want a consistently clean look.
Asphalt requires a more careful approach. We blow loose debris clear, apply cleaning detergent through an injector, and rinse with a wand only. The surface cleaner stays off asphalt entirely because the concentrated pressure can damage the material or open holes that were not there before the cleaning.
Stone is a supported surface. Where the material allows, we follow a process similar to concrete: pretreatment followed by a pressure-washing pass. We work conservatively and within what the surface can handle.
Oil treatment is available on request and is handled as a separate scope, not included in standard drive thru cleaning pricing. The process uses a sprayer pump, specialty chemical, mop, and bucket, and the specialty chemicals may need to be ordered depending on the job. The treatment cycle repeats two to four times depending on stain response, followed by a final pressure wash and rinse. Not every stain will come out completely, and we set that expectation clearly before agreeing to take on the work.
Merced Window Cleaning was founded in March 2022 by Ricardo Daniel Hernandez and Mackenzie Hoyt. It is a small-team, owner-led operation built for the long term in this community, not a detached route service cycling through accounts. Ricardo brings hands-on experience to every commercial job, and Mackenzie, a UC Merced graduate and microbiologist, joined as partner to help raise the standard of exterior cleaning across the Merced, Atwater, and Turlock area. When you hire us, you are dealing with the people whose names are on the business.
Every commercial job starts with an in-person estimate. We come to your property, evaluate the surface and access conditions, and determine whether a one-time clean or a recurring schedule fits your situation. That estimate is sent by email for review before any work is agreed upon. If you have dealt with phone quotes that shifted when someone actually showed up, this process is the alternative.
We can arrive before your business opens, and for sites where customer traffic begins early, showing up around 5:00 a.m. to finish before the first customers arrive is something we have done and can arrange again. The goal is to complete the work before vehicle flow, employee routines, or customer activity is affected. After-hours scheduling is also supported when the job requires it.
We use professional grade equipment on every commercial job, including professional grade pressure washers, surface cleaners, and chemical injectors. The same applies for oil stain removal. We carefully select our equipment to meet the needs of each drive thru to achieve the best results possible.
Merced Window Cleaning is licensed and insured for up to $1 million. That is one of the first things commercial prospects ask, and it is one of the easiest things to confirm. We also carry more than 300 five-star Google reviews for anyone who wants to check references before committing.
Every job is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If something is not right, tell us and we will return to address it, or you do not pay. We call the day after the job to check in, and if anything needs attention, we aim to return within about a week to handle it.
Before-and-after photos, electronic invoices with service descriptions, and automated reminders are part of every job. For property managers or business owners who need documentation for insurance, inspections, or internal records, that paper trail is already built into how we work.
If a concrete surface is too far gone to clean well, we say so at the estimate. When a surface has significant cracking, missing pieces, holes, or staining that is beyond what pressure washing alone can address at the level you expect, that conversation happens before any work begins. If the realistic result and your expectations do not line up, we may pass on the job. That honesty protects your time and budget.
Call us to get started. All commercial work begins with an in-person estimate. We visit the property, assess surface conditions and site access, determine whether a one-time or recurring structure fits the situation, and send the written estimate to you by email for review.
Commercial pressure washing is typically offered on Wednesdays, with Thursday or Friday available for recurring clients when the Wednesday route is full. Early-morning scheduling is available and often preferred for drive thru locations. Merced winters bring fog that can affect visibility during early service windows, so we communicate practically about timing rather than holding to a schedule that does not account for real conditions.
Before any water or chemical touches the surface, we cover keyholes in doors, protect electrical devices and cameras, water plants and landscaping, set orange safety cones, and post an in-progress sign. We arrive early to minimize vehicles in the area. We ask that the cleaning zone be reasonably accessible, and we are glad to help move large items on site when needed. We follow county guidance on chemical handling and drainage, do not dump into street drains, and water surrounding areas to dilute chemical exposure throughout the job. We do not use a reclamation system, and we operate within Merced’s stormwater program requirements as part of holding a business license in this area.
For concrete, pretreatment goes on first, then the surface cleaner works through the area evenly, followed by a wand to remove dirty water and debris and direct runoff away from the clean surface. For asphalt, we blow debris away, apply detergent through the injector, and rinse with a wand only, keeping the surface cleaner off the material entirely. Stone follows a concrete-similar workflow where the surface allows. Oil stain removal runs as a separate request-based add-on using a sprayer pump, specialty chemical, mop, and bucket, with two to four treatment cycles before the final rinse. In each job we only use professional grade equipment, such as professional grade pressure washers, surface cleaners, chemical injectors, wands, and detergents.
When the work is done, an electronic invoice with a service description is sent to the email address on file, and before-and-after photos are provided when useful. We accept cash, check, card, or Venmo, and card payments carry a standard 3% processing fee for card payments, so clients who prefer to avoid that charge can pay by cash or check. We call the day after the job, and if anything needs attention, we return within about a week.
We stand behind every job with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If the result does not meet your expectations, let us know and we will do our best to make it right, or you do not pay. There is no separate fixed-term warranty stated for drive-thru cleaning, and stain removal results depend on the condition of the surface. If a surface has significant cracking, missing sections, or staining beyond what pressure washing can address, that conversation happens at the estimate, not after.
Yes. Drive-thru cleaning is a listed service at Merced Window Cleaning, applied to drive-thrus and adjacent concrete or asphalt walkways through our commercial pressure-washing process.
Yes. We prefer to complete pressure washing before customers arrive, and early-morning scheduling is available. Arriving around 5:00 a.m. to finish before opening is something we have arranged for commercial clients and can discuss during your estimate.
For pressure washing, no. We prefer to work when the area is clear of active traffic. Storefront window cleaning is different and can be done while a business is open, but for drive thru pressure washing we want the zone free of customers and vehicles.
We post an in-progress sign, set orange safety cones around the work zone, protect keyholes, electrical devices, cameras, and landscaping before any water or chemical is applied, and arrive early to keep vehicle traffic in the area to a minimum.
Yes. Concrete gets a pretreatment pass, then a surface cleaner in an even pattern, then a wand to clear the surface. Asphalt gets debris blown off first, detergent applied through an injector, and a wand rinse only. The surface cleaner stays off asphalt because the pressure can damage the material.
Yes, by request. Oil stain removal is a separate process and is not included in standard pricing. It requires specialty chemicals that may need to be ordered, involves two to four treatment cycles, and ends with a pressure wash and rinse. We set realistic expectations before starting and do not promise that every stain will come out completely.
It depends on traffic volume, surface exposure, and your standards. The dry, dusty conditions in the Merced area mean exposed concrete tends to look dirty faster than in other climates, and businesses with high visibility often find recurring service keeps them ahead of the problem rather than reacting to it. We can talk through what frequency makes sense during the estimate visit.
We follow county guidance on chemical handling, avoid street drains, and water surrounding areas throughout the job to dilute chemical exposure. We do not use a reclamation system and operate within Merced’s stormwater program requirements.
Method selection is based on the material and its condition. Asphalt gets a wand-only rinse to protect the surface. For concrete or stone that is significantly cracked or stained beyond what cleaning can address, we say so at the estimate. We would rather pass on a job than deliver a result that misses your expectations.
Yes. Businesses that commit to ongoing maintenance or larger-scale work typically receive 5% to 10% off for ongoing commercial contracts or large-scale jobs.
Yes. Merced Window Cleaning is licensed and insured for up to $1 million.
Yes. Before-and-after photos and electronic invoices with service descriptions are standard on commercial jobs when an email address is on file.
When a surface has significant damage, cracking, or staining that is unlikely to respond at the level you expect, that conversation happens before any work is agreed upon. If the realistic result and your expectations do not align, we may decline the job rather than take it and disappoint you.
If your drive thru, access lane, or concrete and asphalt surfaces need professional cleaning, Merced Window Cleaning is ready to help with in-person estimates, before-opening scheduling, commercial-grade equipment, and a satisfaction guarantee that includes a next-day follow-up on every job. We serve Merced, CA as our primary market with coverage extending to Turlock and Los Banos within our 35 to 40 mile service radius. Call us at (209) 658-7454 for a free estimate!
