Pressure washers are super handy – they let you clean a multitude of different items quickly, easily and with a little bit of fun attached. They can be quite expensive, though, so we have compiled this list of different things you can use your pressure washer for that you may or may not have already thought of – that way, you can get more out of your equipment (and your investment!).
1. Floors
The classic, cleaning floors is a breeze with a pressure washer. Whether it is outside and you are looking to make your driveway, patio or deck area sparkle, or indoors in industrial spaces or in the garage to clean up dirty-looking concrete or other floor types – using a pressure washer lets you clean huge floor spaces quickly, efficiently and easily, with no scrubbing and a minimum of effort.
2. Vehicles
Probably the second most popular use for a pressure washer – cleaning your car. Be careful not to use too much pressure or you can cause damage, but a steady flow applied evenly and carefully can help you shift even the most stubborn mud and dirt from your car. Don’t forget about other vehicles either: boats, caravans, forklift trucks, pallet trucks, even dollies and trolleys, you can also use a pressure washer on trailer. It can also be freshened up quickly and easily with a pressure washer.
Obviously if you are cleaning an electric vehicle that is not built for water resistance, you need to think about protecting the battery and circuitry before getting going.
Also read: Touchless Car Wash: Is It Safe for Your Car Paint?
3. Walls
You can clean the exterior walls of your home or business with a pressure washer, too. Particularly handy for reaching high up (with the relevant extenders/attachments) you can give brick, stone or concrete a quick blast to make it look nice and clean – always a good impression to give visitors, customers or neighbours
Industrial spaces like warehouses and garages can even use the washer to clean internal walls – just ensure that the flooring and walls can withstand the water and that you have sufficient drainage to deal with the run-off.
4. Windows
Just like with your vehicles, be sure not to use too much pressure here, but you can make window cleaning a fast and easy process with your pressure washer – think of the time and money you can save by not having to do this with a ladder, sponge and squeegee or have someone come by every few weeks to do it for you.
5. Gutters
Cleaning out gutters can be a real chore. If you are doing it from the roof, you need to make sure you are very careful with every step you take, and if you are doing it from a ladder, you need to keep ascending and descending to move your ladder along and into position. Instead – place your ladder against the side of your drainpipe that’s furthest from the downpipe, and blast your pressure washer into the guttering.
The increased flow of water should be enough to dislodge most dirt, moss, grime and leaves – just be careful not to force it all down the drainpipe as you might get a blockage further down that will need even more attention.
Also read: How to Clean Your Carpet: A Carpet Cleaning Guide
