Power washing is an effective and time-efficient way to clean a home’s exterior. However, many don’t know precisely what power washing entails, or what kind of results to expect from a professional service.
Here, the power washing pros at Castle Window Cleaning and Power Washing discuss what power washing is, the benefits it can bring to a home, and why they recommend a professional service.
What Is Power Washing?
Power washing involves the use of a gas or electric motor to create highly pressurized streams of water. These streams effectively eliminate dirt, grime, or discoloration from exterior surfaces like concrete, wood, and siding.
Different methods of power washing exist that employ different levels of pressure and cleaning products to achieve productive cleaning ends.
The Different Forms of Power Washing
Not every surface requires the same level of pressure to clean, and some surfaces are too fragile to withstand the full power of a pressure washer. This is why there are a variety of cleaning methods professional power washers use
Power Washing Vs Pressure Washing
One of the main points of confusion regarding power washing is the use of the term “pressure washing.” Many believe pressure washing to be a separate form of high water pressure cleaning, but the experts at Castle Window Cleaning and Power Washing explain that pressure washing is interchangeable with power washing. Both amateur and professional power washers will often use these terms to mean the same thing.
Soft Washing
Soft washing is a lower-pressure power washing method that works best on more fragile surfaces such as asphalt roofing. While a concrete driveway can easily stand up to the high-pressure stream of water, roof shingles and windows need a gentler clean, often utilizing cleaning chemicals alongside the low-pressure stream of water. Soft washing achieves similar results as high-pressure power washing without the risk of damaging delicate surfaces.
Jet Washing
One of the most intensive power washing methods available, jet washing can effectively clean highly-resilient surfaces such as concrete decks, walkways, and driveways. Jet washing employs high-temperature water and high pressure to create a stream of water that clears away nearly any impurities.
Why Schedule Professional Power Washing Service?
While power washing is one of the most effective, environmentally friendly, and time-efficient methods of cleaning an exterior surface, it can be a dangerous tool to operate. A high-pressure power washer can cause significant damage to people and property if handled incorrectly.
Because power washers can be dangerous in untrained hands, the team at Castle Window Cleaning and Power Washing recommends a professional service for any exterior cleaning.
For any homeowner interested in cleaning the exterior surfaces of their home, Castle Window Cleaning and Power Washing provides service in Fairfield, CT. These licensed and highly trained technicians provide expert power washing services for residential and commercial properties, following all pressure washer safety best practices.
For scheduling or more information, contact Castle Window Cleaning and Power Washing at (203) 428-7019.
