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| | | Pressure washing makes your home look better by removing dirt, stains, mold and other signs of use and age from exterior walls, decks, driveways and more. Also called power washing, pressure washing can be done to prepare a surface for painting, as maintenance on vinyl siding or other building materials, or simply to improve your home's curb appeal. | | |
| Typical costs: | - Renting a power washer can cost anywhere from $40 -$75 a day, depending on your location and the quality of the equipment. However, be sure to read the safety instructions because when used improperly these machines can damage some surfaces or cause injuries.
- Buying a basic residential pressure washer with an electric motor starts around $70 -$200, depending on size and capacity. A gas-powered residential model usually has a higher pressure rating than an electric machine, and is about $300 -$1,000. Contractor/commercial models start around $1,000 -$6,000 but can cost $10,000 -$25,000 or more.
- Hiring a professional pressure-washer costs about $0.08 -$0.35 per square foot (depending on local rates), but can go as high as $0.40 -$0.80 a square foot depending on the amount and type of stains, dirt, mold or other problems. A typical driveway plus sidewalk/walkways is about 1,200 square feet, or $100 -$420, but can be more. Washing the exterior of a 2,100-square-foot home runs around $150 -$750 or more.
- Having an entire home pressure-washed (driveway, walkways, house, roof, deck, porch, patio, etc.), can be $500 -$1,400 or more, depending on size, condition and local rates.
What should be included: | - A commercial pressure washer manufacturer lists 111 items that can be cleaned with a pressure washer. Pressure washers are rated by pounds per square inch (PSI) and gallons per minute (GPM). The amount of pressure (PSI) is important, but so is the amount of water. Consumers? Reports provides an overview of pressure washers.
- There's some disagreement about the PSI needed for various cleaning jobs, but more pressure isn't necessarily good. Some surfaces -- such as wood, siding, grout or roofing materials -- can be harmed by too much water pressure, and incorrect use of a pressure washer can cause damage or injury. AskTheBuilder.com provides a video showing how to use a pressure washer and the types of tips for various cleaning projects.
- Electric pressure washers are relatively quiet, require little maintenance and are easy to store but usually have lower pressure. Gas-powered pressure washers are usually more portable (no power cord), louder, larger, more powerful and require careful storage and maintenance. Pressure washers using cold water are less expensive but not as effective as hot water washers on extremely dirty or greasy spots. However, using the correct cleaning solutions (such as for mold or grease stains) can make cold water washers more effective.
- If your house has lead paint on the exterior, check with your local health department before power washing the paint.
Additional costs: | - For an extra fee some companies will also wash a home' interior windows when power-washing the exterior, and others may contract with local window washing companies to provide that service. The cost will depend on the number of windows and the rates in your area
Discounts: | - Ask your neighbors if they also want their homes power-washed. Many companies will offer discounts for multiple jobs in the same area.
Shopping for pressure washing: | - Check with local home improvement or hardware stores to see if they rent power washers. Explain exactly what you want to wash (vinyl siding needs a different technique than oil-stained concrete), and ask if the equipment they rent is good for that type of project. Be sure all necessary spray wands, tips and hoses are included.
- Pressure washers are sold at home improvement centers, hardware stores, and through retailers such as Amazon.com and Sears.
- Residential pressure washer manufacturers include Campbell Hausfeld and Karcher. Commercial-grade manufacturer HydroTek Systems gives general tips for choosing the right pressure washer.
- If hiring a professional power washing company, get estimates from several companies. Pressure washing can cause damage if not done correctly, so ask detailed questions about their experience, equipment, techniques, and whether they use environmentally-friendly cleaning solutions. Request and check references, and look for any complaints with the Better Business Bureau.
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Article updated January 2009 |
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| Amount: $500.00 total |
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| Posted by: Blane in Glassboro, NJ. | Purchased: June, 2009 |
| Company: Gibson Works |
| My home is 2 stories & apx. 1900 sq. feet. My vynl Siding had mildew, or "something" growing at the shady side of the house + over 10 yrs. dust and grime build up on every side. For some time I had in mind to rent or borrow a Power Washer from someone, but never got a round to it. When it was suggested that I may have to get on a ladder to clean the 2nd story of my house with the powerwasher, I decided to call in a Pro. This company (Gibson Works 856-558-7180) really did a good job. Very thorough and made the house almost look new again! |
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| Amount: $150.00 total |
WOW CHEAP AND VERY GOOD
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| Posted by: J ROBERTS in EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ. | Purchased: October, 2009 |
| MY HUSBAND AND I HAVE A TWO STORY HOME AND IT HAS NEEDED POWER WASHING DONE FOR SOME TIME. IT WAS VERY BAD IN SOME SPOTS. TWO GUYS STOPPED AT HOUSE AND ASKED US IF WE WOULD LIKE OUR HOME POWER WASHED. WE WHERE A LITTLE WORRIED ABOUT THEM NOT KNOWING THEM, BUT WHEN I SAY WOW GREAT JOB. THE GUY NAME JEFF 609-839-2559 |
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| Amount: $299.95 total |
LOW PRESSURE HOUSE WASHING
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| Posted by: eric vanhowden in Cream Ridge, NJ. | Purchased: May, 2009 |
| Company: Innovative Pressure Cleaning 609-738-310 |
My home needed cleaned so we called a few companies to get some pricing. We have a 2400sf house. Once all the bids came in we hired Innovative. This company was the most professional company we have ever hired in the 15 years we lived here. Jims wife barbara, was the nicest person to deal with at there office.They cleaned our whole house from the ground, No ladders.They cleaned all the windows on the outside, hand scrubbed the gutters,doors.They even cleaned the driveway and sidewalks!! Go to there website and call this company first.
www.innovativepressurecleaning.com |
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| Amount: $575.00 total |
Excellent work
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| Posted by: a. palmieri in jupiter, FL. | Purchased: February, 2010 |
| Company: Jet Pro Pressure Cleaning |
| this company did a wonderful job on my house. i had my driveway, sidewalk, roof, house, gutters, pool deck and patio cleaned. it came out absolutely marvelous. i will be sure to continue choosing this company for my needs and recommend them to others. they were on time, finished quickly, and left my home looking new again, and were also the lowest priced within miles and miles. very satisfied |
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| Amount: $612.00 total |
Great Quality and Very Nice!
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| Posted by: Mara in Baltimore, MD. | Purchased: March, 2010 |
| Company: TPC. (Team Powe Clean) |
These guys are top notch, they came in did the job and before i knew it they knocked at my door , and get this! Offered to take the time to walk me through what they had done and ask me if there was anything that I thought that could be done over! I looked around and it was like my house was when i bought it 18 years ago.
A+ |
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| Amount: $380.00 total |
Great Company & Price!
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| Posted by: Lauren78 in Allentown, PA. | Purchased: April, 2009 |
| Company: SMG Power Washing |
| Truly a great company to do business with. The owners are Steve & Shane who did the work themselves. They provided me with a free estimate and explained how the cleaning process worked. They have a standard house cleaning package that included a house wash, wax, and gutter whitening for the same price as other companies. Very neat and titie operation. |
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| Amount: $500.00 total |
Pressure Washing Everything
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| Posted by: Ms. Marie in Savannah, GA. | Purchased: March, 2010 |
| Company: P & J\'s Power Washing 912-308-4247 |
| Mr. Johnson does exceptional work. He cleans my outside trash cans on a regular basis, pressure washes my house, driveways, patio, porch, and sidewalks. He also cleans my car and truck. I recommended him to several of my friends and they were very satisfied with his service. |
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| Amount: $250.00 total |
Best Price!
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| Posted by: Brett80 in South of Atlanta, GA. | Purchased: April, 2010 |
| Company: Advanced Pressure Washing |
| We pressure wash house/driveway for $250 (around 2000 sq.feet) and driveways for $99 (around 1200 sq. feet). We use Hot water, very good chemicals that are landscape safe, and 28\" Surface Cleaner. This allows us to do a great job quick and makes it very affordable for our customers. 678-274-8053 |
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| Amount: $975.00 total |
AND IT WAS NO LIMIT!!!
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| Posted by: Carolyn in IRVING TX. in irving, TX. | Purchased: April, 2010 |
| Company: nolimit pressure washing co. |
| I recieved one of No Limit Pressure Washing 4 by 4 cards in the mail and I decided to give them a call. I talk to a Mrs.Robin and she was so nice she sent her husband Willis Puckett out to do the job . I told him everything i needed done. My 3200 sq ft 2 story home 750.00 and a 2 car driveway 225.00. i was so impressed and satisfied with their service i decided to have them come again to do my pool and patio area. nolimit pressure washing co. 469-432-0071 or 972-607-6732 willis and robin. |
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| Amount: $499.00 total |
Jacksonville Pressure Washing
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| Posted by: Tami in Jacksonville, FL. | Purchased: June, 2010 |
| Company: Born Again Pressure Washing |
| Jason, the owner of Born Again Pressure Washing, came out and cleaned our house, roof, and driveway. Our home is right around 2500sq.ft. He cleaned the roof from the ground, which is something I have never seen before. He claimed that he used exspensive chemicals instead of using direct pressure, and I have to admit the results were more than impressive. |
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| Amount: $200.00 total |
Knoxville Pressure Washing
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| Posted by: Amanda Knoxville in Knoxville, TN. | Purchased: May, 2010 |
| Company: H&K Pressure Washing 865-689-5076 |
| I called H&K after seeing his ad in the Mint Magazine. They came out on a short notice and Pressure washed my driveway,sidewalk and back patio around the pool for $200.00 and did a great job. I would use them again. There number is 865-689-5076 |
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| Amount: $700.00 total |
Ithaca NY
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| Posted by: sharon Plumley in Ithaca, NY. | Purchased: May, 2010 |
| Company: Aqua Clean Pressure Wash |
| Received one of their cards in the mail and noticed the very fair prices and gave them a try and all I could say was WOW. Steve came out to the house and was done before I got home from work. Very friendly and my house and drive look great. There number is 607 227 9174 |
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| Amount: $250.00 total |
POWERWASHING
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| Posted by: R Simpson in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ. | Purchased: August, 2010 |
| Company: JEFF |
| We had guy his name Jeff Sciore from Egg Harbor TWP , NJ come to our home because of the write up on him. When I say the job he did was great , that would be a under statement. Call this guy, he is great!! His phone number is 609-839-2559 |
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