Pressure Washers. Gas or electric?

Belinda Z

I'm shopping for a power washer and I need some advice on which kind to choose. Can anyone tell me pros & cons of gas vs. electric?

I'll be using it for keeping the siding on my house clean, washing my car, sidewalks and deck.

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I agree with Terry; there is a lot more to maintaining a gas pressure washer, not to mention the initial cost (much more expensive). For around 100 dollars you can buy an electric unit that will do all the tasks you mentioned.

pressure washer adjustable?

slapoutz

do they make adjustable psi pressure washers if so where can i get one i want a gas i know they make adjustable electric ones. i want a 2600-3500psi adjustable.

btw 2600 psi wont strip the paint off your car. but it wont clean your rims lol
so if i buy a 3500 psi power washer i can get a nozzle that can take the psi down to 2600 psi?

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Generally you adjust the jet with either replacement nozzles or an adjustable nozzle. An adjustable pressure pump as compared to a fixed pressure pump is certainly going to add complexity and cost to the unit. Buy the higher PSI unit and add distance and wider nozzles to bring down pressure as neccessary to protect delicate surfaces.

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want to buy a pressure washer, but what to get.....?

jesse reed

bought a new 1979, 300sqft home. siding is stucco. The stucco is very dirty, so i need to clean it and therefore want to buy a pressure washer. this pressure washer wouldnt be for just this, but thats the purpose of buying it. i would like to have it for yrs to do everything form clean the house to washing the cars. want a simple one - nothing with 500 nozzel tips, ect :)
i was htinking electric for less maintence, but open to gas. looking under $300. needs a tank to hold soap ect.

also i was told that muratic acid(sp?) to clean the stucco - thoughts? i was thinking acid and water in a bucket, scub small areas then pressure it off?

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A gasoline model would be best I have had more trouble with electric ones than with gasoline ones.

The kick-out valve or switch seems to go on the electrics, and then the motor stalls and burns up. Had three electric ones and all three bought the farm, bought a Troy Bilt gas model and have not had a problem I use it once a week, Bought it 3 years ago.

Wal-Mart has some gas models in your price range, with soap/chemical reservoir, make sure though the chemicals you use will not hurt the pump seals it will void the warranty gas or electric.

What psi pressure washer for exterior paint prep?

Brian

Im going to be repainting the exterior of my house soon and i need to get a pressure washer to clean and remove loose paint. I know i need to get a gas one because electric wont cut it. What psi will be enough to get the job done? I found a decent deal on craigslist for a 2600 psi pressure washer but is that enough for what i want to do or should i be looking into buying or renting a 3000 plus psi?

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Any pressure washer will do the job...even the electric ones. The higher pressure will remove the paint quicker but will increase the possibility of damage to the surface. There is a definite technique to using pressure washers for removing paint. You need to be aware of the damage you could do before you start. Make sure you read and understand ALL instructions before you start and practice on a piece of old scrap before you start on the house. Kick back from the nozzle could be a real surprise when you are on the top of a ladder.

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Is a gas pressure washer more powerful than an electric one?

vern532@sb

I am interested in purchasing the riight pressure washer and need to know if a gas one is more powerful then an electric one. I realize water pressure is a factor but is gas vs. electric a factor as well?

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i don't get it , is There a washing machine that gets it's power from gas engine (Internal Combustion ) Engine ..... i didn't hear of this before.

would u post a link for that set u r talking about , thanks in advance

Pressure Washers. Gas or electric?

Belinda Z

I'm shopping for a power washer and I need some advice on which kind to choose. Can anyone tell me pros & cons of gas vs. electric?

I'll be using it for keeping the siding on my house clean, washing my car, sidewalks and deck.

Answer
I agree with Terry; there is a lot more to maintaining a gas pressure washer, not to mention the initial cost (much more expensive). For around 100 dollars you can buy an electric unit that will do all the tasks you mentioned.

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want to buy a pressure washer, but what to get.....?

jesse reed

bought a new 1979, 300sqft home. siding is stucco. The stucco is very dirty, so i need to clean it and therefore want to buy a pressure washer. this pressure washer wouldnt be for just this, but thats the purpose of buying it. i would like to have it for yrs to do everything form clean the house to washing the cars. want a simple one - nothing with 500 nozzel tips, ect :)
i was htinking electric for less maintence, but open to gas. looking under $300. needs a tank to hold soap ect.

also i was told that muratic acid(sp?) to clean the stucco - thoughts? i was thinking acid and water in a bucket, scub small areas then pressure it off?

Answer
A gasoline model would be best I have had more trouble with electric ones than with gasoline ones.

The kick-out valve or switch seems to go on the electrics, and then the motor stalls and burns up. Had three electric ones and all three bought the farm, bought a Troy Bilt gas model and have not had a problem I use it once a week, Bought it 3 years ago.

Wal-Mart has some gas models in your price range, with soap/chemical reservoir, make sure though the chemicals you use will not hurt the pump seals it will void the warranty gas or electric.

What psi pressure washer for exterior paint prep?

Brian

Im going to be repainting the exterior of my house soon and i need to get a pressure washer to clean and remove loose paint. I know i need to get a gas one because electric wont cut it. What psi will be enough to get the job done? I found a decent deal on craigslist for a 2600 psi pressure washer but is that enough for what i want to do or should i be looking into buying or renting a 3000 plus psi?

Answer
Any pressure washer will do the job...even the electric ones. The higher pressure will remove the paint quicker but will increase the possibility of damage to the surface. There is a definite technique to using pressure washers for removing paint. You need to be aware of the damage you could do before you start. Make sure you read and understand ALL instructions before you start and practice on a piece of old scrap before you start on the house. Kick back from the nozzle could be a real surprise when you are on the top of a ladder.

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what kind of pressure washer should i buy to wash my car ?

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Jerry

im mostly going to use it to wash my car once a week.
What psi is best to use when washing car ?
Does it matter if its electric or gas ?

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Maximum of 1600 psi electric is more than adequate for your car and not to harsh to damage the finish. Gas powered pressure washers i would only recommend if you cleaning a bus but not a car.

What's the best pressure washer out there in the $100-150 range? Looking to wash off deck/patio/etc...?

huevones3

Don't even really want to use it that often, but always looking for something that isn't going to break down on me too often. Electric/gas does not matter to me.

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I bought a good one from Home Depot last year for about $60.00 ~

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Is a gas pressure washer more powerful than an electric one?

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vern532@sb

I am interested in purchasing the riight pressure washer and need to know if a gas one is more powerful then an electric one. I realize water pressure is a factor but is gas vs. electric a factor as well?

Answer
i don't get it , is There a washing machine that gets it's power from gas engine (Internal Combustion ) Engine ..... i didn't hear of this before.

would u post a link for that set u r talking about , thanks in advance

What's are the key things to know about pressure washers?

Kristen

If you wanted to run a cleaning business for cars, patios, boats, utility trailers etc? Would an electric pressure washer cut it, or would gas powered be best? Does the water temperature matter?

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one key point applies to u.k. we call leisure vehicles that you tow behind your car - caravans. I think you call them fifth wheelers. you must not use a pressure washer on these as it washes out the mastic sealant, result- scrap vehicle. for an electric one you would also need a petrol (gas) run a a/c generator, as you would not always have access to electric and could hardly expect to use your customer's power. mostly you would only need cold water, you get special soap suds for low temp use

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What's the best pressure washer out there in the $100-150 range? Looking to wash off deck/patio/etc...?

pressure washer electric or gas image

huevones3

Don't even really want to use it that often, but always looking for something that isn't going to break down on me too often. Electric/gas does not matter to me.

Answer
I bought a good one from Home Depot last year for about $60.00 ~

How to quiet a small gas engine.?

tonymonton

I bought an 11HP Craftsman pressure washer. The engine is a Briggs and Stratton, Intek model. This is an awesome pressure washer. But, it sounds like a dragster (ok I'm exaggerating). I called Briggs tech support and they said they were working on a solution, but it may take 2 years. I will lose a lot of hearing in 2 years, and my neighbors may set my house on fire when I go on vacation (I'm still exaggerating).
I was thinking of running it in my garage with the doors closed and running extra hose. This would probably work, but the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning is too great to try it I guess.
So, does anyone know of a solution to this, aside from buying an electric model? I don't want to part with this machine. :(

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Only way to quiet the exhaust is to fabricate a larger and thicker muffler or buy one that is larger that you can modify to fit the original bolt pattern and exhaust port size. I've done it on a few customers lawn equipment and with a skilled tech in welding is not that difficult although somewhat involved in layout and design. If the original muffler for the unit has a piece of pipe coming off it for exhaust, you could try attaching another muffler to it for say a small motorcycle or minibike of the same diameter pipe. Surprised the Briggs people would take that long to come up with a solution.
Another simpler solution is to build an insulated open-top box of plywood and foam insulation board to surround the washer with and direct the sound upwards---open top is necessary as it needs air flow to operate the engine or run it in a shed or garage if possible to deaden the noise. You'd have to ventilate the garage somehow or hook up a heat resistant hose to the exhaust and duct it outside with a blower like auto garages do.

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