# Sea Breeze Soft Wash

**Trade:** Specialty Services · **Address:** 1671 Main St #8, Chatham, MA 02633 · **Phone:** (774) 776-4500 · **Website:** https://seabreezesoftwash.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 5.0/5** (high confidence) — from 94 reviews across 6 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 5 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Sea Breeze Soft Wash runs out of West Chatham doing one job well: the gentle, low-pressure exterior clean that strips years of algae, lichen, and roof staining off a Cape house without chewing up cedar shingles the way a straight power washer would. The name behind the sprayer comes up the same way across six years of reviews — Jim, sometimes James — a solo operator who handles houses, roofs, decks, siding, and fencing from South Chatham to Orleans and Osterville.

What stands out across dozens of Google and Houzz reviews, both sitting at a perfect 5.0★, is how often customers describe him doing more than he was hired for: coming back a second day to finish minor details, renailing loose shingles he noticed along the way, cleaning deck furniture and an umbrella without being asked. One homeowner who checked the results a year later reported the north side of the house — the side that used to green up first — stayed clean, a sign the process holds up rather than just resetting the look for a season. Several reviews single out his care with cedar specifically: a 50-year-old set of shingles brought back to looking new, a roof rinsed carefully enough that a home inspector who hired him repeatedly called his technique unlike anyone else's in the trade.

Before booking, know this is a one-person operation. In a 2022 review, a homeowner noted he works alone and that the wait can run long as a result — a tradeoff reviewers consistently say is worth it once he's on site, but worth planning around for a time-sensitive job. There's no complaint on record about the quality of the work itself across reviews going back to 2019.

Sea Breeze is the call for a Cape house that's gone green with algae and moss, or for cedar shingles and roofing that need cleaning without risking the wood — not for a quick, cheap pressure-blast. Confirm his schedule early, especially in season, and ask what he's covering; reviewers describe him tackling everything from decks and driveways to lamp posts and mailboxes once he's there.

**Strengths:**
- Above-and-beyond scope — renails shingles, cleans furniture without being asked
- Cedar-safe technique — gentle process protects shingles and roofing others might damage
- Perfect platform record — 5.0 stars across Google and Houzz
- Long, consistent history — written reviews span 2019 to 2026

**Concerns:**
- Solo operator — a 2022 review noted he works alone, extending the wait

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Frequently does more than the scope hired, from renailing loose shingles to cleaning deck furniture unasked _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWd2NqUkNRVmhpYzNwbVUySnZaMjAwWTFkRU9HYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjVwcjRCQVhic3pmU2JvZ200Y1dEOGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim did a great job on our roof and house. He's very thorough and meticulous and spends a lot of time to get everything done (came back a…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNUNmE2WUZREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICT6a6YFQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My house looks new and my roof no longer has moss growing and black streaks ruining its appearance! The job that James did FAR exceeded m…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPNExySHdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO4LrHwQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired Sea Breeze Softwash to clean our entire property. The roofs were discolored, shingles were weathered dark grey and black and we …”
- Careful, gentle process praised for protecting cedar shingles and roofing rather than damaging them _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURvMGJPV1Z3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDo0bOWVw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim is a beacon of precision in the Soft Washing industry. His knowledge regarding Soft Washing Cedar is superb! He is kind, fair priced,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzZ0x2TUdREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID3gLvMGQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ WOW !!!! Outstanding results !  Jim is exceptional and the quality of his work shows in results. Roof and 50 year old white cedar shingle…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPNExySHdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO4LrHwQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired Sea Breeze Softwash to clean our entire property. The roofs were discolored, shingles were weathered dark grey and black and we …”
- Perfect 5.0-star record across both Google (128 ratings) and Houzz (7 ratings) _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Sea%20Breeze%20Soft%20Wash&query_place_id=ChIJK5mVMJMV-4kRv61CU8EnXgo) — “Google: 5★ from 128 ratings”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/exterior-cleaners/sea-breeze-soft-wash-pfvwus-pf~1203049912) — “Houzz: 5.0★ from 7 ratings”
- Prompt, detailed communication before and during the job _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sdVZWTlBVWG8xU1ZCVVNuTktORUo0UWt0cFlsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmluVVNPUXo1SVBUSnNKNEJ4QktpYlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim provided superb service power washing our home, decks, patios, porches, outdoor furniture, and fencing. He was extremely thorough and…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/exterior-cleaners/sea-breeze-soft-wash-pfvwus-pf~1203049912) — “5★ Sea Breeze is a terrific local business located right here in West Chatham. I had contacted them regarding moss that had grown on my roof…”
- Written review record runs from 2019 to 2026 across Google and Houzz _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sdVZWTlBVWG8xU1ZCVVNuTktORUo0UWt0cFlsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmluVVNPUXo1SVBUSnNKNEJ4QktpYlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim provided superb service power washing our home, decks, patios, porches, outdoor furniture, and fencing. He was extremely thorough and…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/exterior-cleaners/sea-breeze-soft-wash-pfvwus-pf~1203049912) — “5★ This contractor performed a house wash on this four-bedroom Cape in Osterville. We found his quote competitive, his responses to communic…”
- Solo operator whose one-person schedule can mean a longer wait for booking _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPNExySHdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO4LrHwQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired Sea Breeze Softwash to clean our entire property. The roofs were discolored, shingles were weathered dark grey and black and we …”
- Soft washing of cedar shingle roofs and siding _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURvMGJPV1Z3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDo0bOWVw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim is a beacon of precision in the Soft Washing industry. His knowledge regarding Soft Washing Cedar is superb! He is kind, fair priced,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYalBEYWZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICXjPDafw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim and his soft wash did a great job! House looks brand new on the 5 year old white cedar shakes, the roof shingles came out like new an…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPNExySHdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO4LrHwQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired Sea Breeze Softwash to clean our entire property. The roofs were discolored, shingles were weathered dark grey and black and we …”
- Specializes in Specialty Services _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sdVZWTlBVWG8xU1ZCVVNuTktORUo0UWt0cFlsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmluVVNPUXo1SVBUSnNKNEJ4QktpYlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim provided superb service power washing our home, decks, patios, porches, outdoor furniture, and fencing. He was extremely thorough and…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xZd2NqWmZPVFk0YjNvNGN6SlNNV0ZoVlhSc2RXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlYwcjZfOTY4b3o4czJSMWFhVXRsdWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sea Breeze did an outstanding job on my South Chatham home. Soft washed the house and shed..cedar shingles,roofs, mahogany front porch, m…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPNExySHdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa5e27c15342adbf!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO4LrHwQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired Sea Breeze Softwash to clean our entire property. The roofs were discolored, shingles were weathered dark grey and black and we …”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/exterior-cleaners/sea-breeze-soft-wash-pfvwus-pf~1203049912) — “5★ This contractor performed a house wash on this four-bedroom Cape in Osterville. We found his quote competitive, his responses to communic…”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
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## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Sea%20Breeze%20Soft%20Wash&query_place_id=ChIJK5mVMJMV-4kRv61CU8EnXgo): 5.0★ from 128 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Sea%20Breeze%20Soft%20Wash&query_place_id=ChIJK5mVMJMV-4kRv61CU8EnXgo): Listed on this source
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/sea-breeze-soft-wash-west-chatham-2): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://seabreezesoftwash.com): 6 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/exterior-cleaners/sea-breeze-soft-wash-pfvwus-pf~1203049912): 5.0★ from 7 ratings
- [Exa](https://seabreezesoftwash.com/): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Dennis Tully · 2026-07-22**: Jim provided superb service power washing our home, decks, patios, porches, outdoor furniture, and fencing. He was extremely thorough and transparent throughout the entire process and he promptly followed up on any questions had. He went above and beyond. We highly recommend Jim for his professional…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michele Treese · 2026-06-16**: James did a great job that was customized to my needs, at a fair price. I highly recommend him.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Pierro · 2026-05-21**: Jim did a great job on our roof and house. He's very thorough and meticulous and spends a lot of time to get everything done (came back a second day to finish some minor items). He also did some extra items that weren't included in our agreement.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ryan Vaughan · 2026-04-20**: Really cares about the end result. Could not recommend enough!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Frank Messina · 2026-04-07**: Sea Breeze did an outstanding job on my South Chatham home. Soft washed the house and shed..cedar shingles,roofs, mahogany front porch, mahogany deck and lattice work. Also my teak deck furniture, table and chairs...
Very responsive on scheduling and a fair price...
By the way...a nice funny guy.
Fr…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Claudia Taveras · 2025-12-11**: The professionalism and fantastic job that Jimmy showed was fantastic.  Extremely highly recommend
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Susan Forgeron · 2025-12-04**: We love the way our house looks thanks to Jim. He was great at communicating with us and even worked in the dark! I would recommend Sea Breeze Soft Wash to anyone needing this kind of service. In fact, our neighbor asked for Jim’s business card and a friend who stopped by after Jim finished, asked f…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paul Schaney · 2025-11-20**: James did a fantastic job removing the roof stains which is the main reason for his services. He also cleaned our white plastic fence and our wood fence. Everything came out great. Highly recommend his services!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · jason hemming · 2025-11-06**: Went above and beyond. A well deserved 5 stars.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Karen Apatow · 2025-10-23**: Very thorough and meticulous.  Pleasant to work with. House and entire property look amazing!

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