The summer is full of opportunities to gather with friends and family. From weekend barbecues to a big Fourth of July blowout, your back patio and pool area is where your guests will most likely be on those beautiful summer days. To get your patio, pool deck and fencing all looking their best, you need a deep cleaning to remove the layers of dirt and grime that have accumulated over the last several months. To rejuvenate your outside entertaining area, it may be time to hire a professional pressure washing service.
Benefits Of Using A Professional Pressure Washing Service
Although many homeowners may own their own pressure washer, there are benefits to hiring a professional for big jobs. Not only can they do the job faster and usually more effectively, they are trained to work on all the different surfaces which you may need cleaned. While pressure washing can leave decks and siding looking like new, if done improperly, it can also ruin the surface. Some of the areas a professional pressure washer can clean when they come to your home include:
Now is the time to get your home looking its best for summer. Call your local pressure washing professional to make the exterior of your home shine for your next big summer party!
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Pressure washing is when a high pressure mechanical sprayer is used to remove mold, grime, dirt, chipping paint, and such from buildings, vehicles, and concrete surfaces. Many people use pressure washing in order to clean their personal houses in residential areas. Because of the size of houses and the height of stories in homes, it is almost impossible for a house to be cleaned thoroughly with anything other than pressure washing.
A pressure washer drives a high pressure water pump that creates a high pressure and velocity that removes unwanted particles from the house. Vinyl siding is extremely susceptible to mold and grime on houses. The vinyl clings to moisture and develops a build up that is very hard to remove. Mold also grows very quickly, and if it is not removed completely then it will continue to spread and leave a house looking very unattractive and dirty.
Some people rent a pressure washer from a local home repair store, but many people hire a residential pressure washing company to offer professional cleaning results. A pressure washer used by a company with experience can offer fast results by using a detergent in the water stream to assist in the cleaning process. Professional washers understand the components of the pressure washing machines and how to offer the best results on residential homes. Safety is very important when using the machine because injuries can result from the pressure of the washer coming into contact with the skin. Many home owners associations have rules regarding pressure washing in order to protect their home owners, so it is important to check with your community before looking into any type of residential pressure washing.
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Above grade and below grade parking facilities are found throughout the area and are an effective means to provide cost effective parking solutions for a variety of commercial and residential multi-family properties. Typically they are multilevel structures constructed with concrete and are extremely strong and durable. Despite their durability many property managers do not realize that periodic maintenance and cleaning is necessary to keep the structure in good condition.
In addition to being unsightly, oil, hydraulic fluid, brake residue, road residue including mud and road salt can cause deterioration of the concrete surface. Often these substances will chemically react with the concrete surface and cause the surface to deteriorate, including a flaking of the top layer of concrete. In garages where cracks in the concrete exist, these foreign materials eventually end up causing deterioration of the reinforcing steel as well. Another danger associated with the build up of these materials is the slick conditions that will exist when the drive isles and ramps get wet. This can cause dangerous conditions for both cars and pedestrians alike as braking distances and traction are impacted.
A periodic power washing of the structure is critical to the removal of the oil, hydraulic fluid, brake residue and road residue. In addition, to removing these damaging materials, the parking deck pressure washing will restore the garage to a like new condition. The cleaning will also allow the property manager the means to conduct a thorough visual inspection of the structure to determine what other maintenance items are necessary. Periodic power washing is an integral component of the overall maintenance plan for any parking structure!
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Weather and time can wreak havoc on your home’s exterior. Decks can fade from brown to gray, pavers can become dull and roofs and siding can grow moss and fungi, taking away from the beauty of your home. Luckily there is a weapon to take away the grime and give your home a face-lift: a professional pressure wash.
Why Hire A Professional Pressure Washing Company?
Although many homeowners may own a pressure washer, there are benefits to hiring a professional, especially for those big jobs. While a home pressure washer may be fine for spraying down the driveway or washing your car, there are jobs it may not be suited for. Improperly using a pressure washer can damage your home and may end up doing more harm than good. Some reasons to hire a professional pressure washing company for certain home cleaning jobs include:
Pressure washing can make an noticeable difference in the way your home looks, and even protect it from damage when done correctly. Scheduling a professional pressure washing to give your home a needed face-lift can add to the curb appeal and beauty of your home, and is well worth the investment.
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Your home’s roof is a large investment, one which needs proper care and maintenance to last. Over time, debris, mildew and other elements can damage your roof as well as make it look dirty and dingy. Annual pressure washer cleanings can make a significant difference in how long your roof lasts, as well as how it looks. It’s best, however, to have a professional pressure washing company clean your roof in order to protect your investment as well as your safety.
Dangers Of Pressure Washing Your Roof
Although pressure washing can be one of the best ways to clean and extend the life of your roof, it can also harm your roof and be dangerous if done incorrectly. Experienced professional pressure washing companies use low pressure roof cleaning techniques, along with special formulas to safely clean and protect your roof. If you decide to try and pressure your roof yourself, you could be in danger of hurting both yourself and your roof. Some of the dangers include:
While pressure washing can extend the life of your roof and make it look like new again, doing it incorrectly can actually damage it more in the long run. Replacing or even repairing a roof can be very expensive, so be wise and invest in using a professional pressure washing company for your next roof cleaning.
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Brick homes are beautiful, especially when well maintained. Often homeowners are under the mistaken notion that brick does not require any maintenance, but nothing could be further from the truth. One of the maintenance tasks that should be done yearly is a thorough pressure washing to keep the brick looking new by removal of any dirt, mold, mildew, stains or other grime that can accumulate on the surface.
Not only does pressure washing keep the brick looking like new, but it also allows the homeowner to visually inspect for missing mortar, cracked or broken brick. In addition, the periodic cleaning will keep the mortar weep joints open, which is critical to keeping the home dry.
A periodic brick home pressure washing by a qualified, licensed and insured power washing contractor can perform this service quickly, as well as economically. The highly trained technician will be able to effectively use specialized pressure washing equipment that will be able to deliver the water at just the right psi as not to damage the brick. Many homes today have a sand finish on the brick face that is applied during the manufacturing process.
While generally durable, these brick faces can be damaged very easily by improper pressure washing techniques, including using too high of a psi on the equipment delivering the water, as well as holding the nozzle of the pressure washing “wand” too close to the face of the brick. This will damage the brick and is a very common occurrence, with unqualified pressure washing companies and untrained technicians.
A highly experienced pressure washing company that is licensed and insured will utilize qualified and trained technicians to clean the brick on your home, without damaging it!
Many homeowners are familiar with the benefits of washing the exterior of their house, where the pressure washing process will remove dirt, mold, mild and other stains. One area that homeowners often do not think about is their concrete or brick pool deck. During the summer months, the homeowner and their families heavily use their back yard pools, as they provide an excellent outdoor space to relax, recreate and entertain, during those very hot and humid days and nights.
Anyone with an outdoor pool should consider getting the pool deck pressure washed, at the beginning and end of the season to remove dirt, mold, mildew and grime, which accumulate on the deck surface. Often this buildup can be dangerous, as it is slippery when wet, so it is best to have it periodically cleaned by a pressure-washing contractor.
A qualified, licensed and insured pressure-washing contractor can quickly and economically perform this service. Using trained technicians, the contractor will apply a cleaner to the surface and then wash the area using specialized equipment that will deliver the water to clean the surface at the right psi, as not to damage the deck surface. In addition, the technician will make sure that the dirt, mold, mildew and grime removed does not flow into the pool, where it can contaminate the pool water.
A periodic pool deck cleaning will keep your pool and pool deck area looking as great as it looked on the day it was completed. If you own a pool, consider having the pool deck cleaned when you get the main house pressure washed. Keep that investment looking great!
Have you ever noticed black stains on residential or commercial roofs? If so, it is more than likely mildew stains, which have built up over time due to the weather and the exposure to the elements. Often the heavy presence of trees around the structure promotes the growth of the mildew, especially on shaded sections of the roof where the sun is unable to dry out the roof properly after rain events. These stains really detract from the appearance of the home or business and can shorten the life of asphalt shingles. However, low pressure roof cleaning will remove the mildew and restore the appearance of the roof.
A qualified pressure washing contractor who specializes in low pressure roof cleaning is critical to getting the job done without damaging the roof or the interior of the building. The contractor’s trained technicians will first apply a special non-toxic cleaner to the roof, which effectively treats mildew and other stains on the roof. After the cleaner has been given time to work, the technician will then use low pressure water to clean the roof, taking care that water does not get under the shingles, as well as making sure that the shingles are not damaged in the washing process. Interior water damage of ceilings is likely if water gets under the shingles! In addition, traditional power washing of a roof will more than likely damage the roof, especially when done by an inexperienced technician.
A qualified licensed and insured pressure washing contractor who specializes in low pressure roof cleaning can complete this work economically and quickly without damaging the home, building or the landscaping. Often this service is combined with traditional power washing services of the remainder of the home or business, leading to a significantly improved appearance!
Often, owners will find mildew, dirt and other stains gathering on fences, pool decks, wood decks, sidewalks, driveways, vinyl siding, Hardiplank siding, gutters and window and door casing. These stains are unsightly and detract from the overall appearance of your home or business. Nothing does more to improve the look of a home or a business than having the exterior surfaces pressure washed by a professional Alpharetta pressure washing contractor on a regular basis!
There is more to pressure washing that meets the eye. A combination of the right equipment, as well as the proper cleaning solutions and cleaning techniques being performed by an experienced technician, is key to properly cleaning the exterior of the home or business, without causing damage. It is very easy to cause permanent damage to the building products being cleaned due to the very high pressure that the equipment delivers the water.
An example of this would be when inexperienced person attempts to pressure a wood deck, they often gouge the wood with the water. Another example would be a water being directed full force on a window frame and water getting into the home causing water damage to the floor. This is a very common issue, as windows are not designed to keep water out when directed at them under this much pressure. In addition, incorrect cleaning solutions can cause damage to plants found around the structure.
A professional residential and commercial pressure washing contractor that is licensed and insured can complete this work quickly and without damaging the components of the structure quickly and economically!
The kids are out of school and summer has arrived. You have a whole summer planned with fun things to do right in your backyard, from swimming to cookouts to graduation or birthday parties.
But then you take a good look at your deck and your driveway and your walkways. Mold, mildew, weeds and stains. Ugh!
Who ya gonna call?
Your friendly neighborhood pressure washing service, that’s who!
Of course, you could do it all yourself. You could scrape and weed and brush ’til your heart’s content, until you grow calluses on your hands and the summer is almost over. But there are so many advantages to hiring a professional to handle your residential pressure washing:
1. It saves you time.
In just a few hours, the mold and mildew will be gone, the weeds in the cracks will have disappeared and everything will be sparkling clean. And you will have spent your time doing other, more important things, like planning your cookout.
2. They know what they’re doing.
Using a pressure cleaner properly takes skill and experience. More importantly, the proper amount of pressure must be applied, or you risk damaging your deck or driveway.
3. They do a thorough job.
Because the power washer does the work, the job typically gets completely done. There are no hidden corners still in need of work.
4. It protects your property and structures.
Mold and mildew doesn’t just make your deck look bad, it also encourages rot and decay, which makes replacement of boards or an even a whole new deck much more likely down the road.
5. It’s environmentally clean.
The traditional way of cleaning a deck or sidewalk involves the use of bleach or chemicals that can seep into the ground or groundwater. Pressure washers use water only, resulting in no impact on the environment.
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