Is it better to pressure or power wash a wood fence?

• <div><p>If you’ve looked at <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/power-washing-before-and-after.htm">power washing before and after photos</a>, you might be wondering if this option isn’t the better cleaning solution for a wood fence. In fact, it just might be, especially if you’re struggling with issues like mold or embedded dirt. Keep in mind that the only difference between these two methods is that power washing uses hot water and pressure washing doesn’t, but sometimes such a small distinction can have a huge impact. </p></div>

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Q: Does a pressure washer use less water than a garden hose?

• <div><p>Yes, a pressure washer uses less water than a garden hose. There are many <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/9-uses-pressure-washer.htm">ways to use a pressure washer</a>, and it can be an eco-friendly hose substitute. While a pressure washer expels water with greater force, it uses <b>50% to 70% less water</b> than a garden hose. Specifically, hoses put out six to 10 gallons per minute (GPM), while pressure washers only use two to five GPM.</p></div>

Q: Should I pressure wash the house myself or hire a professional?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of experience you have with power washing or pressure washing, hiring a professional is likely a better option. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-use-pressure-washer.htm">Using a pressure washer</a> requires a bit of know-how to avoid damaging siding, trim, roofing shingles, and even the seals on your windows. Holding the pressure washer too close to the material you&rsquo;re cleaning can cause damage to the surface. You can wash your home&rsquo;s exteriors with a garden hose, but high-pressure cleaning should be done by professionals. </p></div>

Q: What is the point of pressure washing?

• <div><p>Pressure washing is a great way to take care of built-up messes much more easily and quickly than manual scrubbing. Pressure washing can save you energy, time, and even money by getting rid of contaminants that can lead to damage to your home. It can also increase curb appeal if you&rsquo;re getting ready to make a home sale.</p></div>

Q: Should I use bleach in a pressure washer?

• <div><p>Though bleach is a great way to kill mold and mildew around the house, you should never, under any circumstances, use bleach in a power washer. Bleach is a potent chemical that will destroy the pressure washer from the inside out. If you&rsquo;re worried about killing mold and mildew, you should instead hire a pro who will use a safe but effective cleaning agent when pressure washing your home.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to pressure or power wash a wood fence?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;ve looked at <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/power-washing-before-and-after.htm">power washing before and after photos</a>, you might be wondering if this option isn&rsquo;t the better cleaning solution for a wood fence. In fact, it just might be, especially if you&rsquo;re struggling with issues like mold or embedded dirt. Keep in mind that the only difference between these two methods is that power washing uses hot water and pressure washing doesn&rsquo;t, but sometimes such a small distinction can have a huge impact. </p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2020
As far as we are concerned, his overall ratings should be 5+, He soft washed our siding and deck. If you need to look at his work, he posted 'before and after' pictures on his company's facebook page.
Sangamon Softwash and Pressure Wash
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Reviewed in October 2019
Don Felton and his crew did a great job installing 2 sumps and a drain system in our basement. They were professional, cleaned up the mess and did it for half the cost of the big name basement waterproofing companies. Don even power washed our deck as a "thank you" for doing business...
Sure Dry Waterproofing
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Reviewed in January 2018
Went very well, we are happy with our sales representative ,Dave and the men that did the install. Pleasant to work with very responsive to our wishes! No pressure ,allowed us all the time we needed to make our decisions.
Arizona Tile Co
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Reviewed in August 2017
I've been driving there probably like 15 years and there has been some turnover in their service department in their past three years. Obviously, I keep going back to them because I feel like that's where the car gets its best care. I have some questions about why there such a...
Green Toyota
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Reviewed in June 2015
Arrived about 10 minutes early for appointment. Service rep asked for keys and pulled the car in right away for repair. I waited in the lobby, which is comfortable. They have a coffee machine but I had brought my own. I had also brought my own reading material as I knew it would be at least 30...
Safelite AutoGlass
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Reviewed in September 2013
I called and talked to Rebecca and explained I was worried about spending too much money fixing an older vehicle (2004 Toyota Sienna). Rebecca was excellent at listening to my concerns and explaining what I had already been through with other repair shops. I took my van in and she called me...
Fairfax Auto Repair
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Reviewed in June 2012
Service in the sales dept was great. I brought in prices from competitors and the prices were matched and a warranty was provided (not the longer one advertized, but a free warranty) on the price matched appliances. The advertising comparison price is comparing what you would pay for a...
Dick Van Dyke Appliance World
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Reviewed in February 2012
The price depends on the size of the house. He gave me a bit of a discount because I paid the whole thing in one shot. He came back and cleaned up all the mess. I would rate him highly across the board. He actually gave me his personal cell phone number, so that I don't have to go through the...
Tom's Heating Air Conditioning & Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in July 2011
he showed up in june to start all this work. the cotract was signed in march.Showed up on and off and onley worked 2 hours at a time most of the time and would not show up the next day or call he started to work at 11 or 12 and leave after 2 hours of work.The sand he used for the pavers did not...
AAA Landscaping Inc
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Reviewed in October 2008
The crew was pleasant and washed the windows well. The screen washing was an extra charge. I thought they would have actually washed them with the soapy water but from what I could tell they only wiped the screens around the edges. I was expecting that the inner window sills would be wiped down...
Bubbles Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning
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