Get matched with top pressure washers in Lacy Lakeview, TX

Most deck lumber is softwood that you can easily damage with the spray from a power washer. Most power washers, though, have a lower pressure setting that’s relatively safe for deck materials if you’re careful to hold the nozzle at least a foot from the surface and continue moving without hovering in one area. 

You shouldn’t use a pressure washer 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.

How often you should pressure wash your house is mainly dependent on where you live and how dirty the area gets. For example, you may want to clean the exterior of your house two or more times a year if you live in an area with a lot of rain and snow. On the flip side, you may only need to pressure wash your outdoor patio furniture every few years as it starts to lose its luster (or if you forget to cover it before a big storm).

Pressure washers range in price from $100 to $1,000 to buy outright, but you’ll pay $35 to $175 per day to rent one. If you’re considering buying one for long-term use, remember that you get what you pay for, and investing in a good power washer will deliver better results.