Pressure Washers Buying Guide


Pressure Washers

Getting Started

Of course you can spend hours scrubbing your car, garden or garden tools trying to clean up dirt. However, there is a quick and easy solution: pressure washers. A quality pressure washer blasts out water so you can clean anything in minutes. They use less water than a garden hose and many of them have accessories to suit different jobs, such as patio brush, turbo nozzle, car wash brush and jet nozzle.

Electric Pressure Washers

Gas Pressure Washers

PSI and GPM

How A Pressure Washer Works

All pressure washers work in the same way. They have a pump that is powered by the engine or the motor. You need to turn on the water and then turn on the pressure washer (after attaching the hose, of course). If you want to add a cleaning product, do this first and then turn on the washer. The water is released through the wand. Many models have different nozzles that you can change to get different spray patterns. You should hold the wand two feet away from the surface. Don’t stay at one place for too long and spray side-to-side.

Accessories

All pressure washers work in the same way. They have a pump that is powered by the engine or the motor. You need to turn on the water and then turn on the pressure washer (after attaching the hose, of course). If you want to add a cleaning product, do this first and then turn on the washer. The water is released through the wand. Many models have different nozzles that you can change to get different spray patterns. You should hold the wand two feet away from the surface. Don’t stay at one place for too long and spray side-to-side.

Safety

Safety is always important when you use the pressure washer. You need to wear eye protection to protect your eyes from debris. You also need gloves and toed shoes. Leather footwear is recommended. Always make sure the washer is cooled down before storing it. Be careful with power lines and electrical wires.

Important Features

How Will You Use Your Pressure Washer

How Handy Are You?

The most troublesome parts are plastic water connections and hoses. Of course, you can just buy a new one or even DIY them. To prevent leaking, wrap the threads with the tape. If you don’t like doing these kinds of things, you should opt for steel-braided water hoses that are easier to handle and they don’t kink.

Cost Considerations

When you are thinking about the cost, the size of the area you will clean is the largest cost contributor. Moreover, some manufacturers charge additional costs for services by extra rate per square foot. Prices significantly vary starting from $50 and up to hundreds of dollars for a professional gas-powered model. Therefore, you should think about possible cleaning projects you’re going to perform. A cheaper electrical model is great for home cleaning while professionals often go for a huge gas model.