When should you not use a pressure washer?

• <div><p>You <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-should-you-not-pressure-wash.htm">shouldn’t use a pressure washer</a> on utility meters, generators, AC units, breaker boxes, or anything that contains electrical components. Don’t use a pressure washer on living things, either, including people, pets, and plants. Lead paint, asphalt shingles, stained wood, and painted items are also no-gos when it comes to pressure washing.</p></div>

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Q: Can you pressure wash cedar shake siding?

• <div><p>Cedar shake siding requires regular cleaning, or else it will grow mold and algae. However, a pressure washer can easily damage your cedar shakes if the water pressure is too high. We recommend cleaning with a garden hose instead. Review our guide to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-maintain-cedar-shake-siding.htm">cedar siding maintenance</a> if you&rsquo;ve just finished your installation.</p></div>

Q: When should you not use a pressure washer?

• <div><p>You <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-should-you-not-pressure-wash.htm">shouldn&rsquo;t use a pressure washer</a> on utility meters, generators, AC units, breaker boxes, or anything that contains electrical components. Don&rsquo;t use a pressure washer on living things, either, including people, pets, and plants. Lead paint, asphalt shingles, stained wood, and painted items are also no-gos when it comes to pressure washing.</p></div>

Q: Why is my deck fuzzy after pressure washing?

• <div><p>Your deck may look or feel fuzzy after pressure washing because the high-pressure spray tears some wood fibers as it removes the outer layer of dead and discolored wood. This fuzzy effect is a normal part of the pressure-washing process and will go away on its own in a few weeks. You can opt to spot-sand your deck if you&rsquo;d like to remove it more quickly.</p></div>

Q: Can I powerwash my business myself?

• <div><p>While DIY power washing is possible, professional services ensure thorough cleaning, proper pressure levels, and avoidance of surface damage.</p></div>

Q: What do you spray on a wood deck before pressure washing?

• <div><p>Before pressure washing, you can spray your deck lightly with a deck cleaning solution made of equal parts oxalic acid and water. Oxalic acid has a brightening effect that will lighten mold stains and return the deck to its original freshly-sawn look. Allow the solution to sit for about 20 minutes before pressure washing so it has time to take effect.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2015
The company quickly called to schedule an appointment and was able to schedule for the next day. The technician called and asked if he could come a little early as his previous appointment was finished. No problem! Our LG washer was leaking water, and the technician quickly identified a bad...
Able Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in November 2012
I called them and asked when I could come in and they told me basically any time during the day (till 6) Monday-Saturday. When I arrived the individual came right out to review the damage and provided an estimate right away. I gave them the green light and they ordered the parts. I brought my...
Thurston's Plus Autobody and More
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Reviewed in April 2011
Great! I purchased the deal online. Within a day, the company called me to schedule a time for them to do the work. Picked a day that was about 14 days away. The weather was bad (rainy and cold) on the scheduled day, but they called me early that morning and rescheduled. (I didn't have to wait...
Larry L. Vaught Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in October 2010
Our washing machine had malfunctioned yesterday (Sunday); when we turned on the switch, no response. We called McConnell this morning and they arrived within 2 hours of my call. They replace a bad fuse that was preventing the washing machine to start
Dial One Mcconnell Appliance Service
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Reviewed in May 2009
Everything was as you would expect from a Lowes. They loaded the washing machine up. They offered delivery and installation, but we needed it that day so we took a trailer up there and got it ourselves because it would have been another day to get it.
Lowe's
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