Can you pressure wash the paint off brick?

• <div><p>Yes, technically, you can pressure wash the paint off of brick. However, you run a much greater risk of damaging the brick and causing serious problems. If you go this route, you’ll still need to carefully choose and apply a chemical paint stripper before washing, following all instructions on the product packaging. Set your power washer to a low pressure to avoid damage.</p></div>

Where should you not use a pressure washer?

• <div><p>You should not use a pressure washer on any surface that it might damage. Examples include shingled roofs, glass, electrical components, and anything with a seal that might be stripped away by the pressure. There are a variety of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/9-uses-pressure-washer.htm">different uses for a pressure washer</a>. They're ideal for driveways, patios, garage floors, vehicles, fencing, gutters, and paint stripping.</p></div>

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Q: How long does professional power washing take?

• <div><p>Generally 1-2 hours, depending on the area and level of dirt accumulation.</p></div>

Q: Is pressure washing a good way to get rid of efflorescence?

• <div><p>While it can be a good idea to learn<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-pressure-wash-brick.htm"> how to pressure wash brick</a> to remove oils, algae, and debris from the surface, pressure washing isn't a good option for getting rid of white stains on brick. While you may get good temporary results, pressure washing can actually make efflorescence worse once the brick dries because the process pushes salt deeper into the brick. In addition, the intensity of pressure washing can damage brick.</p></div>

Q: How long does a professional pressure washing take?

• <div><p>On average, pressure washing a house can take anywhere from <b>30 minutes to three hours</b>. The time frame to pressure wash or power wash your home, fence, or other property depends on the size of the project and the complexity and accessibility of the areas that need cleaning. Part of the time required to complete the job includes setup and removal of equipment needed. A two-story house with a steep roof may require working from scaffolding or a ladder, likely adding to the time required to finish the project. </p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2018
Steven called me an hour before the move was scheduled to see if it was okay if they got started early. They showed up on time and got right to work. They did a very good job at keeping our stress levels down with their professional and friendly attitudes. All in all I think the move took about...
The Moving Crew
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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 June 2014
It was a mess from day one, power washed gunk from deck onto deck furniture, windows, doors, siding, cement drive. Took him longer than he stated. Was working under deck to rise deck up and it was raining and muddy, I still have mud foot prints on my white washed deck, I can not get them out.
Extreme Wash-n-Seal
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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 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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