We all have heard about the horror stories of neighborhoods or friends who pressure washed the deck and kill all the plantings in their backyard doing so. Or when they were not able to reach far enough, so only half of the chimney was cleaned. Or how about when you had the pressure so high on the cleaning machine that or blew all the paint off the side of the home. Of course, doing pressure cleaning on your own was not a good experience. Knowing all about how to do the right pressure cleaning service could save you from all these mishaps.
Here is a 10-step guide to help you wash your home exterior safely and effectively.
Be familiar with pressure washing equipment
It is very crucial to read all the given
information and test the pressure washing machine on a small area before
starting the job. Since the scouring action of a pressure washer is very
strong, you may damage the paint, walls, and other surfaces if you don’t know
how to use the unit.
Adjust the pressure
To wash away dirt, dust, mold, and
spiderweb, it is indicated to keep the pressure level between 1500-1800 psi.
increase the pressure level up to 2500 psi, when you want to clean the loose
paint. Increasing pressure over this may damage the surface.
Choose the right nozzle
If you need to perform the pressure washing
on exterior painted surfaces, it is best to use wide-fan nozzles. While most of
the cleaning experts in Jassaw go for 15-degree, or 25-degree fan nozzles, they
use 40-degree nozzles to wash windows and 65-degree nozzles, if you intend to
combine chemicals with water cleaning.
Prepare the exterior
Use a waterproof seal to repair cracks and
holes. Give the seal enough time to dry out before washing the wall. Also,
cover and protect the exterior lights, switches, and other electrical outlets
to prevent electrocution.
Divide walls into sections
You can divide walls into sections
indicated by corners, windows, and downpipes. Wash all these areas from top to
down, using long strokes.
Use Eco-friendly cleaning agents
Always select an Eco-friendly, all-purpose
cleaning agent which will create minimal impact on the environment. Apply the
solution to one area, let it soak for 5 minutes, and then rinse well, with the
pressure washer before moving on to the next section.
Hold the wand at a 45-degree angle
To avoid damaging walls, keep the nozzle at
a 45-degree angle and spray from a distance of at least 12 inches. Move the
nozzle away gradually from the surface, if you increase the pressure.
Scrub away persistent dirt
Using a rotating scrub brush and sponge
along with the mild detergent solution can be helpful to remove stubborn
stains.
Use chemicals (cautiously)
Adding chemicals in cleaning may help you
in certain applications. But the cleaning professionals say that using pressure
washers along with chemicals may damage both the structure and color of the
wall. If you are using any chemical, make sure they are pressure washer safe,
replace the nozzle accordingly, and adjust the pressure up to 50 psi.
Seal
Let the wall dry thoroughly. If any water
stain is present after 24-48 hours, use a water repellent product to ensure
adequate waterproofing and stop future moisture issues.
Cleaning your house on your own may be
tempting to you, but the reality is it can be a frustrating, time-taking and
costly affair to you. The pressure washing machine is very costly if you want
to purchase and taking on rent may charge you $100 per day.
Hiring pressure cleaning services in
Canberra may save your time, money, and safety. They not only provide you with
professional customer service but will also give your exterior the perfect
shine. The professional pressure cleaning services make your home as clean on
the outside as it is on the inside. The pressure cleaning services are not
useful for your home only but they can also do wonders for the cleaning of your
car, boat, RV, driveway, lawn furniture, windows, fences, playground equipment,
deck, garage floor, and go on and on.
So why worry, when you can rest knowing
that your property is clean and is in brilliant shape void of any harmful
chemicals to protect yourself and your family. Contact the best pressure
cleaning services in Canberra today for a free estimate and to find out how
they can best meet your needs!
