18 Aug Pressure Washing vs Power Washing: What You Should Know
You may know that having your home’s exterior cleaned regularly can help minimize damage and protect your property value. But you might not know that it can also be good for your health.
According to Architectural Digest, pressure cleaning your home’s exterior can help keep allergies at bay. Pollen, algae, mildew, and other allergens can build up on a home’s exterior surfaces and aggravate allergy sufferers.
If you like to spend time on your patio, you don’t want these harmful allergens coating your outdoor space. You should consider having your home’s exterior professionally cleaned at least once a year. But do you need power or pressure washing services?
Here is a look at the similarities and differences between these two cleaning methods and how to determine which is best to clean your patio and other parts of your home’s exterior.
How Power and Pressure Washing Differ
Power washing and pressure washing both involve spraying high-pressure water to remove dirt, mildew, mould, algae, and most any other type of grime. But the two differ in a few ways.
First, power washing uses hot water, whereas pressure washing does not. A blast of high-pressure hot water will remove most stubborn stains. But it can also damage some surfaces and is best for very specific jobs. The non-heated water used in a pressure washer can be used for various cleaning jobs.
Another notable difference is that power washers typically use more pounds per square inch of pressure and more water per minute than pressure washers. The high heat and increased water usage of a power washer can make them more expensive to use than pressure washers.
So when it comes to patio cleaning, is power or pressure washing the better option?
When To Use Power Washing
Power washers are ideal for areas with slick mouldy, mossy, or greasy surfaces. The hot water can better loosen that build-up of slime and grime. Since it kills mould and moss, it can prevent them from returning as quickly. However, you should only power wash surfaces that will not sustain damage from the heat and higher pressure.
Depending on your patio materials, a power washer may not be the best option despite the amount of grime you might have covering your outdoor space.
Why Pressure Washing Is Typically Safer for a Patio
If your patio has stone materials, such as masonry, concrete, or brick or soft materials, such as wood or tile, a safer choice is to pressure wash. A pressure washer can get your patio as clean as the hot water power washer when used with the right cleaner.
A professional pressure washing company will know the right cleaners to remove the grime and dirt coating your patio surfaces.
Could Your Patio Benefit From Professional Pressure Washing?
Whether your patio simply needs a good cleaning or it is covered in allergens, such as mould or algae, that could aggravate allergy symptoms, it is time to contact the professionals at 19PFM. Our high-quality pressure washing service will have your patio looking as good as new so that you can enjoy it year-round.
We service several areas, including Watford, St Albans, Harrow, Pinner. Contact us today to get a free quote and book an appointment.
