Can I use a pressure washer to clean my concrete in-ground pool?

ochodemadr

I want to prepare my pool with a pressure washer then acid wash pool and paint the pool.

Answer
Realize that you will be taking a risk if you do this yourself, you will save some money but the risk just might not justify it.
If you do it be careful, follow the advice the person before me gave and keep the washer on fairly low.

IN regards to acid washing the pool... do you know how to do this? It can really be dangerous. Make sure that if you decide to do it you have someone else out there to watch you and make sure you are alright. In my opinion the fumes from the poured acid are more dangerous to you then the acid burning you. If you get acid on you just b calm and wash it off with the hose but if you start having a hard time breathing get out of the pool! You do not want to pass out in a pool coated with acid...

My advice, whether you are in Las Vegas or not, is to find a reputable company to di it for you.

What cleaning situations would you use a pressure washer?

kfount400

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A pressure washer has different settings on it. You use the light setting for windows, medium setting for siding, vehicles, boats, and play equipment. The heavy setting is for brick, mortar, concrete, and other hard,non-forgiving surfaces that you aren't worried about peeling paint or getting banged up by the force of the water.

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Can you clean stained Concrete by pressure washing it?

Kevin

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If you are asking if it's ok to use a pressure washer to clean concrete that has been stained and sealed without lifting the concrete stain, then yes, it should work well.

If you are asking if a pressure washer will lift out a stain caused by a leak or something accidentally poured onto the concrete causing an unsightly blemish, then the answer is maybe. It depends on what caused the stain and how old it is. There are products available that will help lift the stain by soaking into the concrete and displacing the stain, I've not had the best of luck in lifting old stain completely but if the stain is relatively new and not that deep you should have better luck.

What size pressure washer is good for cleaning a deck?

BigRed

Hi i am looking at buying a pressure washer to clean my deck and to clean my house i found a 2600psi for $299 and a 3000psi for $399 both have a Honda motor. I was planing on using it to clean a couple other houses and decks is it better to get the bigger one or should i stick with the 2600psi?

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The cleaning power is roughly proportional to the PSI rating multiplied by the GPM. While the higher pressure might not be necessary for the tasks you are considering, the added cleaning power means you'll get the job done faster with the more expensive unit. Keep in mind that you can always add distance to reduce pressure (back away from the surface), but you can't add pressure that the unit doesn't produce.

I have tried to use an old 1500 psi unit that I already had to clean a concrete driveway, but just purchased the 3000 psi machine from a home store, and the difference is amazing. My evaluation was that the extra $100 above the 2600 psi unit was well worth the hours saved. And the Honda engine gets very good reviews from most of what I've read.

I would suggest also getting the surface cleaning attachment, particularly for your wood deck. It's not really powerful enough for a really dirty concrete drive, but would surmise that it is sufficient for the wood (you don't want that high of pressure for the wood). For cleaning concrete surfaces, I highly recommend the Turbo nozzle; it takes the 0 deg pattern and spins it in a 15-25 deg (or so) pattern so that you get the dislodging pressure of the 0 degree, but in a pattern size that allows efficient cleaning.

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Can you clean stained Concrete by pressure washing it?

Kevin

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If you are asking if it's ok to use a pressure washer to clean concrete that has been stained and sealed without lifting the concrete stain, then yes, it should work well.

If you are asking if a pressure washer will lift out a stain caused by a leak or something accidentally poured onto the concrete causing an unsightly blemish, then the answer is maybe. It depends on what caused the stain and how old it is. There are products available that will help lift the stain by soaking into the concrete and displacing the stain, I've not had the best of luck in lifting old stain completely but if the stain is relatively new and not that deep you should have better luck.

What size pressure washer is good for cleaning a deck?

BigRed

Hi i am looking at buying a pressure washer to clean my deck and to clean my house i found a 2600psi for $299 and a 3000psi for $399 both have a Honda motor. I was planing on using it to clean a couple other houses and decks is it better to get the bigger one or should i stick with the 2600psi?

Answer
The cleaning power is roughly proportional to the PSI rating multiplied by the GPM. While the higher pressure might not be necessary for the tasks you are considering, the added cleaning power means you'll get the job done faster with the more expensive unit. Keep in mind that you can always add distance to reduce pressure (back away from the surface), but you can't add pressure that the unit doesn't produce.

I have tried to use an old 1500 psi unit that I already had to clean a concrete driveway, but just purchased the 3000 psi machine from a home store, and the difference is amazing. My evaluation was that the extra $100 above the 2600 psi unit was well worth the hours saved. And the Honda engine gets very good reviews from most of what I've read.

I would suggest also getting the surface cleaning attachment, particularly for your wood deck. It's not really powerful enough for a really dirty concrete drive, but would surmise that it is sufficient for the wood (you don't want that high of pressure for the wood). For cleaning concrete surfaces, I highly recommend the Turbo nozzle; it takes the 0 deg pattern and spins it in a 15-25 deg (or so) pattern so that you get the dislodging pressure of the 0 degree, but in a pattern size that allows efficient cleaning.

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Pressue washer to clean hardiplank concrete board siding...?

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Richard M

I am going to try to clean the outside of my home using a pressure washer I just bought at Lowes (3000 psi Troy Bilt). Any tips?

My house is painted concrete board (hardiplank) with painted wood trim. I am planning on using the recommended detergent and following the instructions, but if there is any one out there that could offer a few tips, I would really appreciate it!

Answer
make sure you use a wide angle nozzle not a pin point nozzle.

What is the best chemical and procedure for pressure washing parking lots, awnings and wood on houses etc?

christian

WE would like to put our pressure washer to work and make a little extra cash. Can some one tell us the best chemicals and procesures to clean parking lots, houses, awnings? Thanks in advance for your time!

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The very best chemical: water. Needs no cleanup, it's inexpensive, and fewâif anyâenvironmental consequences (except where water rationing is in effect). It works on most kinds of outdoor dirt.

The best technique is to determine how close the nozzle is from the surface before it begins to destroy it. Then back off 50% or more. This is the biggest danger of a pressure washer, even with things one might not think could be damaged. A marina I know has concrete docks with hundreds of 2 to 3 inch holes thanks to amateur power washing.

Awnings are not easy to thoroughly clean, and they are expensive to replace when damaged. I recommend you gain much experience with other items before attempting to power wash them.

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Can I use a pressure washer to clean my concrete in-ground pool?

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ochodemadr

I want to prepare my pool with a pressure washer then acid wash pool and paint the pool.

Answer
Realize that you will be taking a risk if you do this yourself, you will save some money but the risk just might not justify it.
If you do it be careful, follow the advice the person before me gave and keep the washer on fairly low.

IN regards to acid washing the pool... do you know how to do this? It can really be dangerous. Make sure that if you decide to do it you have someone else out there to watch you and make sure you are alright. In my opinion the fumes from the poured acid are more dangerous to you then the acid burning you. If you get acid on you just b calm and wash it off with the hose but if you start having a hard time breathing get out of the pool! You do not want to pass out in a pool coated with acid...

My advice, whether you are in Las Vegas or not, is to find a reputable company to di it for you.

Best chemical solution to use with a pressure washer?

WenchOtheW

I will be using a pressure washer for the first time to clean concrete sidewalks and building exteriors for a large condo association. What cleaning solution should I use? Keep in mind I am trying to be cost efficient as well and I will most likely require several gallons. Thanks.

Answer
I just use bleach. It's diluted so much you can't smell it and it seems to work fine on the mold and dirt that accumulates in Florida. You have to soak the building or sidewalk first, then go back over it with high pressure. There's also Rust Out, or mix a solution of Iron Out. But bleach is the cheapest and usually the high pressure will be enough to clean whatever needs to be cleaned and you also want to be environmentally friendly.

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What size pressure washer is good for cleaning a deck?

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BigRed

Hi i am looking at buying a pressure washer to clean my deck and to clean my house i found a 2600psi for $299 and a 3000psi for $399 both have a Honda motor. I was planing on using it to clean a couple other houses and decks is it better to get the bigger one or should i stick with the 2600psi?

Answer
The cleaning power is roughly proportional to the PSI rating multiplied by the GPM. While the higher pressure might not be necessary for the tasks you are considering, the added cleaning power means you'll get the job done faster with the more expensive unit. Keep in mind that you can always add distance to reduce pressure (back away from the surface), but you can't add pressure that the unit doesn't produce.

I have tried to use an old 1500 psi unit that I already had to clean a concrete driveway, but just purchased the 3000 psi machine from a home store, and the difference is amazing. My evaluation was that the extra $100 above the 2600 psi unit was well worth the hours saved. And the Honda engine gets very good reviews from most of what I've read.

I would suggest also getting the surface cleaning attachment, particularly for your wood deck. It's not really powerful enough for a really dirty concrete drive, but would surmise that it is sufficient for the wood (you don't want that high of pressure for the wood). For cleaning concrete surfaces, I highly recommend the Turbo nozzle; it takes the 0 deg pattern and spins it in a 15-25 deg (or so) pattern so that you get the dislodging pressure of the 0 degree, but in a pattern size that allows efficient cleaning.

Can I use a pressure washer to clean my concrete in-ground pool?

ochodemadr

I want to prepare my pool with a pressure washer then acid wash pool and paint the pool.

Answer
Realize that you will be taking a risk if you do this yourself, you will save some money but the risk just might not justify it.
If you do it be careful, follow the advice the person before me gave and keep the washer on fairly low.

IN regards to acid washing the pool... do you know how to do this? It can really be dangerous. Make sure that if you decide to do it you have someone else out there to watch you and make sure you are alright. In my opinion the fumes from the poured acid are more dangerous to you then the acid burning you. If you get acid on you just b calm and wash it off with the hose but if you start having a hard time breathing get out of the pool! You do not want to pass out in a pool coated with acid...

My advice, whether you are in Las Vegas or not, is to find a reputable company to di it for you.

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