Did you know that a pressure washer is one of the most
versatile tools you can invest in? That’s right. Not only is a pressure washer
fun to use but it can also help you clean a lot more than you imagine.
Most people use pressure washers for cleaning one or two
things around their house. But there are many more ways to use a pressure
washer that you don’t know about.
That’s why we made a list of numerous ways in which you can
effectively use your pressure washer at home. Let’s check them out.
1. Cleaning the exterior of your house
This is probably one of the most common uses of pressure washers.
Many people know that the easiest way to clean the exterior of their home is
with a pressure washer.
What you may not know is that many types of home exterior
styles can be cleaned with this tool. So, regardless of whether you have a
brick home, vinyl siding, or stucco walls, you can clean them all with a
pressure washer. The only difference will be the process. Some home exteriors
are more sensitive than others, so knowing exactly how to use a pressure washer
is a must.
Using a pressure washer to clean the exterior of your home
will keep your house clean and nice looking.
2. Cleaning the walkways, sidewalks, decks, and patios
While you’re cleaning the exterior of your house, you can
also clean the walkways around your home. A high-pressure washer and its attachments are perfect for cleaning brick walkways and
patios. With it, you can remove grime, weeds, and growth between bricks. You
can clean patios and decks properly.
But that’s not all. With a pressure washer, you can also be
the envy of the neighborhood. Your washer can clean sidewalks and steps in
front of your house.
This tool is great for maintaining patios and walkways
around your house. This also includes the driveway. You can say goodbye to
dirty, oil-stained driveways.
3. Cleaning the garage floor
Since you’ll be cleaning the driveway, it’s only logical to
clean your garage floor as well. And yes, you can do this with a pressure
washer.
Your car can do some damage to your garage floors. Oil
stains, tire marks, dirt, and other similar issues can be easily resolved with
the help of a pressure washer.
Simply put on the right attachment and clean your garage
floors with your pressure washer.
4. Cleaning the garage door
Just like you can clean the outside of your house, you can
also clean the garage doors. Doing this regularly will keep your doors looking
like new. A clean garage door, as much as a clean exterior of the house, will
do wonders for the curb appeal of your home.
Not to mention that replacing garage doors is expensive, so
keeping them clean and maintained will prolong their life and save you money.
5. Washing the fence
Believe it or not, the fence around your property also
requires some TLC, from time to time. Not only does the fence contribute to the
curb appeal of the house, but it also helps you keep your privacy and safety.
That’s why regularly maintaining it is important. And once
again, this is where a pressure washer can help you out. A pressure washer can
clean your fence, whether it’s a wooden, chain-link, or vinyl fence. With it,
you can remove dirt, buildup, stains, and even rust.
6. Washing the roof
If you’re not afraid of heights, you can use your pressure
washer to wash your roof. Over time, our roofs tend to accumulate dirt, grime,
and growth. All of these can damage the roof if not removed on
time.
And now, thanks to a pressure washer and its attachments,
you can easily wash your roof. You need to be very careful when doing this, and
you need to use the right attachments and the right procedures.
For example, if you have an asphalt shingled roof, you need
to use the right pressure so that you don’t remove the grain on your shingles.
7. Cleaning your gutters
While you’re still on the roof, you can also make sure that
your gutters are cleaned, as well. And you can do this with a pressure washer.
Clogged gutters can cause some pretty expensive damage to
your home, so keeping them clean is crucial. To clean the gutters, simply use
the pressure washer and spray down anything in the gutter. Also, don’t forget
to clean downspouts and soffits while you’re at it.
8. Clean your vehicle
You probably know this, but let’s just add it here. With a
pressure washer, you can clean any vehicle you own. You can clean your car,
SUV, truck, and so on.
Put on some detergent and soap up your car, then use the
pressure washer to rinse it off. Using a pressure washer will minimize the
stains left behind.
But that’s not all. With a pressure washer, you can also
clean the engine of your vehicle. This is something not many people are aware
of, but it can be easily done.
Of course, you’ll need to be careful and protect the
electrical components before spraying. But if you need to clean your car’s
engine, it can be done with a pressure washer.
9. Cleaning patio furniture
Just like you can clean your deck or patio with a pressure
washer, you can also clean your patio furniture. Most of the patio furniture is
designed to withstand the elements. However, over time, the furniture becomes
dirty and discolored, it loses its shine, and in some cases, it suffers from
mold and algae.
To deal with this and to return the shine to your outdoor
furniture, you can clean it with a pressure washer. It’s a simple process, all
you need is a bit of water and detergent, soap up your furniture, and then
spray it down with a pressure washer. And voila, clean and fresh-looking
furniture.
10. Stripping paint
Yet another very useful thing that you can do with a
pressure washer is strip paint. Stripping paint with a pressure washer saves
time, and doesn’t leave the mess a scraper tool or chemical strippers would. On
top of that, it gives you control and allows you to strip paint evenly.
Conclusion
These were only some of the effective ways to use pressure
washers around the house. Hopefully, we’ve given you some ideas and inspired
you to invest in this versatile tool.