Most Fort Wayne pressure washing companies send a crew you've never met, armed with rented gear and a one-size-fits-all approach. Here's exactly how we're different — and why it matters for your home or business.
We're not the only company in Fort Wayne. We're just the one that shows up differently.
| What Matters | ✦ Lux Lavare | Typical Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Who shows up | ✔Alex or Mason McKissick — one of the two owners, every single job | ✖A subcontracted crew or seasonal employee you've never spoken with |
| Equipment | ✔Commercial-grade: 8 GPM cold-water pressure washer, BPX-25 softwash system, 225-gallon tank, 20" Hammerhead surface cleaner | ✖Consumer-grade machine from a big-box store, or heavily worn rental equipment |
| Soft washing | ✔Dedicated softwash system with proper SH dilution + Elemonator surfactant — kills algae at the root | ~Some offer it; most just blast water and call it done |
| Roof cleaning method | ✔Low-pressure softwash — the method roofing manufacturers actually recommend | ✖High-pressure that can strip granules and void your warranty |
| Quoting | ✔Same-day quotes via text photo — real numbers, not a week-long wait | ✖In-person estimate required, often 3–5 days out |
| Commercial capability | ✔CMU block, brick, concrete, masonry restoration — OneRestore, F9 Barc, NMD 80. Real chemical knowledge. | ✖Residential-only or basic flat surface work; masonry restoration not offered |
| Specialty surfaces | ✔Composite decks, stamped concrete, CMU split-face block, stained surfaces — treated correctly | ✖One pressure setting for everything; specialty surfaces often damaged |
| Stain & seal | ✔LastiSeal / RadonSeal for CMU, DEFY for composite decks — professional penetrating sealers | ✖Rarely offered; if it is, it's typically a low-quality consumer sealer |
| Window cleaning | ✔Water-fed pole + hand cleaning — streak-free inside and out | ~Inconsistently offered; quality varies widely |
| Insurance | ✔Fully insured — Markel General Liability, Lux Lavare LLC | ~Some are insured; many are not, especially solo operators and unregistered crews |
| Accountability | ✔You have the owner's personal number. Something wrong? We come back, no runaround. | ✖Complaints go to a call center or get ignored entirely |
| Pricing | ✔Flat, transparent pricing. Bundle discounts available. | ~Prices vary wildly; hidden fees common after the job starts |
| Service area | ✔Fort Wayne + 20 surrounding cities and towns — 1-hour radius across NE Indiana | ~Many are Fort Wayne only or charge extra for surrounding towns |
| Community | ✔Clear Sound Fund — a portion of every job funds hearing aids for Fort Wayne residents in need | ✖No local charitable program |
The table above is a snapshot. Here's what each point means on the ground.
When Alex or Mason shows up, it's not just a worker — it's someone who built this company and has skin in the game. They know every chemical ratio, every surface type, and exactly what happens if something goes wrong. You can't replicate that with a rotating crew.
Our 8 GPM machine at the right PSI removes what a 2 GPM home unit can't touch — in half the time. The BPX-25 softwash system delivers chemical at the right volume and pressure for each surface. There's no guesswork and no damage from wrong settings.
We use sodium hypochlorite at the right dilution, Elemonator surfactant, OneRestore for heavy masonry staining, and F9 Barc for oxidation. These aren't products you'll find at Home Depot. Knowing what to use — and when not to — is the difference between clean and damaged.
We've cleaned CMU split-face block for commercial clients, handled efflorescence remediation, and navigated payment disputes professionally. We carry commercial GL insurance and can meet vendor registration requirements. Most residential washers can't say any of that.
Text us a photo of what you want cleaned. We'll price it the same day. No scheduling a site visit. No week-long wait. No bait-and-switch after we show up. Real numbers upfront so you can make a real decision.
If something isn't right, you're talking to the person who did the work. Not a call center, not a manager two levels removed. The same phone number you used to book us is the one you call. That's how small businesses work — and why we take every job personally.
We're not for everyone. Here's when you should genuinely shop elsewhere.
We're competitive, not bottom-barrel. If you're comparing three quotes and picking the lowest number regardless of anything else, someone else will beat us. That's fine.
We cover a 1-hour radius from Fort Wayne. If you're in Indianapolis or Columbus, we're not your guys. Check our service area page to confirm coverage.
We do residential and light commercial. If you're running a fleet yard or need a 10-person industrial crew, we're not the right scope. We'll tell you upfront rather than take a job we can't execute well.
Text us a photo. Get a real price today. No commitment, no runaround.