Spray the siding with a garden hose. Scrub with a soft-bristled brush to remove debris. Never use metal brushes or scrapers to clean vinyl siding. Vinyl is tough, but “it will scratch,” Dobson says.

Vinyl siding is popular for a reason. In some areas of the U.S., it’s featured on almost three-quarters of homes! And we get. It’s durable, affordable, and low-maintenance. But even the easiest ...