The Dangers of Pressure Washing
The Do-It-Yourself Service
Is pressure washing really dangerous? Well, despite being viewed as an easy do-it-yourself task, when it comes to the dangers of pressure washing a lot of things can go wrong, and those things can be costly.
Homeowners tend to ignore these risks. Like lawn care, pressure washing seems to most easy enough to jump in and do it yourself. In fact, of all the services we offer, pressure washing has some of the lowest demand for two main reasons. First, homeowners are more apt to attempt it themselves. Second, power washing is often not viewed as essential maintenance and gets neglected, which is unfortunate because there is a great importance to regularly pressure washing your home.
Too Much Pressure
Using too much pressure is one of the many dangers of pressure washing. Wood, vinyl, and other surfaces can be damaged or destroyed if too much pressure is used. Most commonly, this is seen with paint chipping, which leaves you having to repaint and color match.
But even concrete and asphalt can be damaged if too much pressure is used. It takes a trained eye and skilled hand to navigate the various surfaces of your home's exterior to ensure nothing is blasted away under the high pressures used.
Water Can Get Places it Shouldn't
Even though outside fixtures, like your exterior electrical service, are designed to withstand weather, a rainstorm isn't blasting them with high pressure. Pressure washing can force water into crevices and cracks and other places water isn't meant to go. And when it does, it can cause expensive problems
It's easy to not realize this could be a problem. For a professional, however, we're trained to know what areas are at risk, like your air conditioner, electrical panels, and seals around windows and doors. Be sure to entrust your power washing to a professional or continue with your research.
Harsh Chemicals Shouldn't Be Taken Lightly
When it comes to the dangers of pressure washing, possibly the greatest risk is in the use of chemicals. These can damage surfaces, cause harm to yourself, and kill the surrounding vegetation. It takes a professional to select the right chemicals and maintain the proper mix ratio. If you don't, you may find yourself having to repaint your home and plant new shrubbery and grass around it.
Remember, the Cost of a Pro is Less Than the Cost of Repairs
Take the time to get a free estimate from a local power washing company. It isn't just about convenience. Trusting your pressure washing needs to a professional, while more expensive than doing it yourself, can protect you from costly mistakes.
Give our team a call today to receive your free estimate. Let us come out and assess your property and give an opinion on what the best course of action would be to meet your goals. And if you have questions, we'd love to answer them.