The Comfort of Clean

Own Your Own Home? 3 Reasons To Pressure Wash It

11 July 2022

Irma Stewart

If you own your own home, there are many things you must do to keep it maintained. One of these things is pressure washing your home. There are many reasons why you should do this, three of which are listed below. You can then pressure wash it yourself or hire a professional to do this job for you.

Prevents Damage

Pressure washing your home can help prevent damage. This is because stains and grime that stay on the surface can cause a lot of damage to the siding. Mold may grow, which can eat through paint and can spread over time anywhere there is moisture. If there are any cracks in the siding—even tiny ones—dirt, grime, and algae can accumulate in these cracks and you may not even notice it until you start seeing the damage. Pressure washing also allows you to see the damage that may already be there once the home is clean. You can then make repairs to prevent the damage from becoming worse. 

Saves You Money

Pressure washing your home can help save you money. Your home's siding will stay in good condition, so you won't have to worry about paying for repairs or replacing the siding. Your home's siding will also last much longer than it normally would if you keep it clean. Pressure washing costs much less when compared to refinishing, painting, or replacement. Even if you hire a professional or do it yourself this can save you a lot of money over time. 

Saves You Time

If you clean your home yourself without a pressure washer this can take a lot of time. This is especially true if you have a large home, or the home is very dirty with stuck-on dirt and grime. To clean it, you have to mix cleaning solutions, you may have to climb up ladders to get to high areas, and more. After cleaning you then have to rinse the soap off the home, which can take even more time as you would likely have to use a garden hose. With a pressure washer, you simply put the cleaner into the pressure washer and spray your home. You can then put clear water into the pressure washer to rinse the soap residue off the home.  

If you want to pressure wash your home yourself, you can rent a pressure washer at most home improvement stores if you do not have one. Read the user's manual to ensure you use the proper wand for the type of material your home is made of, such as siding, brick, etc.

Alternatively, contact a residential power washing company to complete the job for you.

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