Hot Water Pressure Washer

Hot Water Pressure Washer

A Hot Water Pressure Washer is a big plus for any type of pressure washer jobs. The hot water, when using a pressure washer, makes all the difference in the world. Some of the pressure washing jobs can not be done without the use of having hot water. Think of your dishwasher, would you want your dishes to be washed in cold water? They are a few more dollars than the cold water machines. And there are different types of hot water burners.

First lets talk about the advantages of using a hot water pressure washer and the type of jobs it is needed for.

1. Gum removal- gum will not come off without heat. You can take it off with pressure but you will be left with a little ring from the gum. Only hot water will remove this. Just be careful with the pressure if the gum is on a soft surface, let the heat melt it off.
2. Graffiti removal- This is one job that you need the hot water pressure washer to make your life so much easier. Especially when there are multiple layers of paint. You will need to use a graffiti remover, but the hot water helps melt the paint away.
3. Any type of degreasing job. Helps cut the grease.
4. Promotes the cleaning capabilities of the cleaning products being used.

Those are just a few examples, there are many more, but these few give you an idea of the uses and purposes of using a pressure washer with hot water. I do have a Deck Cleaning and house washing tips on clean vinyl siding article to.

Types of Hot Water Pressure Washer

I will be talking about the types of hot water pressure washers heater units and not really about the pressure washer itself. That is a whole other article on its own. 

The hot water heater is refered to as a burner. There are two types of burners that can be mounted in various ways and run on different types of power to run it. 

The two type are:

• Horizontal -laying down end to end.
• Vertical- standing upright.

The  pro's and con's of each are:

• Horizontal- Standing the burner unit up saves a lot of space and disperses the heat a more evenly throughout the coil. The only thing that I do not like with the burner standing up is that any debris or water fall down on to the blower unit. 
• Vertical- Less problems with the blower motor. Easier to work on. The only thing is that the heater coil gets a little clogged up with soot on the bottom of the side that is facing down.

Most hot water pressure washers have the burner that is mounted all together as one unit. These kind of units are pretty heavy as the coil can weigh as much as seven hundred pounds. They mostly run off of diesel or home heating fuel. I have seen propane heating units to. But I like the diesel fired units as they are a lot less dangerous to work with. Also make sure the there is a heat shield between the hot water burner unit and the fuel tanks.

How the Water Gets Hot

Just a quick overview on how the hot water pressure washer get hot water. The blower unit consists of a blower motor with whats called a squirrel cage, which the motor spins and creates a strong wind that blows the air by the igniter unit. The igniter unit has a fuel injector which sprays a high pressure mist that is pressurized from a small fuel pump connected to the blower motor. A few inches from the injector are two electrodes that create a spark, like a spark plug does, but a lot stronger spark. This spark ignites the high pressure fuel creating a pretty good size fireball, which blows against a coil that the washer water goes through. This is all contained inside the burner unit housing made out of sheet metal. Always make sure that a pressure relief valve is attached on the outlet side to prevent explosions from burner running and no water going through coil.BBB 

Deck Cleaning

Deck Cleaning Before and After

Deck cleaning does not have to be an impossible task. The great thing about a simple deck cleaning is that with just a little bit of preventive maintenance, it will keep the deck surface looking fresh and new all of the time and it helps extend the life of the patio for many years to come. Deck cleaning and sealing helps retard mold and mildew from growing on the surface of your patio and creating a very slick surface. Regular deck cleaning decreases the build up of dirt, which acts like sandpaper on the finish, decreasing the length of time between applications of stain. Deck cleaning and sealing  is very effective maintenance program for protecting your wood deck which is very expensive to replace. Periodic deck cleaning of an otherwise worn out looking wood deck can do a lot to bring it back to almost new. Some of the benefits of cleaning your deck are:

1. Prolongs the life if your deck or patio
2. A deck cleaning will keep the surface of your deck free of mildew which makes is very slippery to walk on when the deck gets wet.
3. Keeps the deck or patio looking like new.
4. Deck cleaning is relatively easy to do yourself or pretty cheap to hire a professional to clean the deck or patio for you.

 Patio cleaning is not the hardest prosess if you have the proper tools and cleaning chemical. If you are going to give it a try yourself, make sure you take the time to get the basic understanding of how to use a pressure washer and what type of deck cleaning chemicals to use to clean it. I know that Home Depot has some deck washing products and you can always rent a pressure washer from them to. Also to get an understanding of how to treat the deck after the initial washing. You have to be very careful though because deck cleaning and staining is something that you may be better off hiring a professional.The fact is, cleaning a deck the wrong way can will cause more damage to the surface of the patio that is sometime irreversable leading to having to replace boards and that can become an expensive mistake.

         Deck Cleaning Tips

Deck or patio cleaning is an involved procedure. Hiring a  deck cleaning and sealing professional can be nerve racking and at times, will mislead you. You should always investigate some information about the company and the deck cleaning chemicals they will be using on your deck. You can always check the BBB or Angies List. When you do schedule the deck cleaning project, schedule the work at the cooler hours of the morning or late afternoon or even on a cooler day, as the chemicals may dry before it gets a chance to do its job, when it is applied to a blazing hot patio. Most professional deck cleaning companies that do patio cleaning have some sort of patio maintenance program so that your wood patio will stay looking good all the time and lasts for many years for the life of your patio. Remember that deck cleaning will save your deck in the long run.

House Mildew

I do have A Cool Pressure Washing Video that gives you a basic idea of using a pressure washer. If you are a home owner, having your own little pressure washer is great to have around. You can wash sidewalks, fences, pool patios almost anything. Pressure Washers Direct. I found, is the cheapest for the quality pressure washers. They even help you decide what type you will need for what you intend to use it for. They have both electric and gas pressure washing units. Both are good for cleaning your deck or patio.
If you get really enthusiastic, you might even try to clean vinyl siding which I also have an article on. But I also recomend leaving that to a profesional pressure cleaning company. You do not need a lot of pressure to clean a house, its more of water volume to rinse thoroughly.  As with the patio washing, there are a lot of variables, if not more to house washing. If you do decide to give it a go, I strongly recommend reading the House Washing Tips I give. I have been in the pressure washing field for over 25 years and I have washed literally thousands of houses and if done right, your house and patio will look brand new and you will be the envy of your neighbors! I have gotten more work just from the neighbors seeing me cleaning and loved the finished results! But as with patio washing and house washing, Do your deck cleaning homework before you give it a try. Making mistakes such as streaking or fading the color of your siding using the wrong chemical can totally ruin your house.
If you are a home owner and are interested in a House washing Massachusetts or House Washing CT , I do give free estimates by filling out  the free estimate form on the side of my post. or you can E-Mail me with any question on deck cleaning or patio cleaning or house washing and would be glad to help you out with any advice you may need on deck cleaning. 

House Washing Tips

HOUSE WASHING TIPS

House washing tips that you need to know before attempting a house washing yourself. These house washing tips will help you avoid doing any damage to your siding. So here you go! Important tips are marked red.

1. Have a profesional company do the first initial washing. It's not as simple as some people think, and if you will not get the same results as if a knowledgeable person of house washing. But there are steps you can take to help keep it clean.     Tip
2. Stronger the soap the better- Not True-! Dont go throwing bomb soap on the siding. You run the risk of streaking the siding and fading the coller and you can not reverse that. It's permanent damage most of the time. A simple solution of a type of  soap and bleach mixed the right way. The rest is top secret!
3. Use a soft nylon tipped brush. Brushing is the key. The difference between a good job and a great job.
4. NEVER let the chemical dry! This is very important. It makes a mess of your windows, streaking them, and the siding and the only way to get that off is to scrub it off. It will not simply rehydrate and rinse offf. It creates a tough film.    Tips
5. Do small areas at a time. This helps prevent drying and is more organized this way.
6. Always do a test patch first. There are a LOT of factors involved depending on the type, age, colar, quality of the siding or surface. And also the type of dirt that is on it.
7. Rinse thoroughly. Don't leave any soap residue behind. Thats also why a mild chemical, so it is esier to rinse.   Tip
8. Be mindful of the vegetation around the house. A lot of work goes into around the house and you don't want to burn or kill the plants.
9. Wear rubber gloves and wear eye protection.
10. Make sure that you wash the whole house and try not to piece wash thru out the months.
11. Check out some Pressure Washing Basics in my other post. Or more info on my House Washing Massachusetts article.

If you are looking for a pressure washer Home Depot has some decent washers at good prices. And also this place is good to Parts.

House Washing Massachusetts

HOUSE WASHING MASSACHUSETTS

 House Washing Massachusetts is a growing trend. I still find it amazing how house washing is still unknown to many home owners. Owning your own home is a major investment and is something that requires constant up keep. Keeping the exterior of your home clean is not only beneficial to the appearance but also for health reasons.  A professional house washing will remove any

• Dirt
• Mildew
• Oxidation
• Mold

Doing a visual inspection of your home for any of these contaminants can be done paying special attention to the north side were the sun never hits. This is were most of the mold and mildew grows. Also behind shrubbery that is not cut back from the house, trapping moisture. You can check out my VIDEO of just some basic pressure cleaning. For those of you that have a boat that you are thinking of pressure washing, you might want to check out the Rules and Regulationn about washing at any marina.

There are quite a few good pressure washing company's in Massachusetts that offer a wide range of service. House washing is something that should be done by a professional. You can always check the BBB  for any information on reputation. Most places will offer free estimates. Also you should ask what is included as such sidewalks, decks, roofs. Usually that is extra.

House Washing Chicopee Ma

HOUSE WASHING CHICOPEE MA

If you are a home owner looking for a house washing chicopee ma, there are a few good house washing companies around chicopee ma, that are local. Upon deciding if your house needs a cleaning, you should do a visual inspection of your home. Looking for any mildew [ especially on the north side that never gets any sun], oxidation or just plain dirt. If you live by a busy street a lot of dust gets kicked up to. House washing should be done by a professional. I have a video of the basics of pressure washing. But mildew on your home is not healthy as this book explains in every detail Click Here!
This is also a good pressure washing forum that has a lot of info to share. Keeping the exterior of your home clean is not only healthier, but also keeps the siding looking new.

House Washing Western Ma

HOUSE WASHING WESTERN MA

If you are wondering about house washing western ma, you are not alone. In western ma there are a few house washing company's that are quite reputable. There are a lot of factors that go into washing a house and I recommend that this is something that you should not try yourself. Damage could be done that are sometimes not fixable, such as using to strong of a chemical that could burn your plants, uneven cleaning which will leave splotch marks noticeable on the siding, and also if not rinsed properly will leave drip marks. In western ma,  I have corrected so many house washings because the home owner decided to go with the cheapest estimate. Some of the questions you should ask is if the house is brushed, if strong chemicals are used, and what is included in the washing. Usually the price is only for the house. Decks, sheds or  sidewalks are add on. Estimates are usually free and some use a spray wax after the cleaning.
Deciding if you do need a house washing can be done by doing a visual inspection. Look for any dirt, oxidation, mold or mildew, especially on the north side that never gets much sun, or behind bushes that are not cut back so not much air flows through and holds the moisture in creating a perfect environment for mildew to grow. As we know, mildew is also a health factor. If you are interested in learning, in depth, about mildew inside & outside your home, and identifying the type of mildew you have or how to kill the mildewClick Here!, this is an awesome e-book that even taught me a few thing about the types of mildew and killing mildew and I've been doing this for thirty years. Science has come a long way.
If you would like to see a video of pressure washing check out my other page! Video
Also you can go here if you would like to check out some house washing equipment!

House Washing Palmer Ma

HOUSE WASHING PALMER MA

House washing palmer ma , With the winter behind us, finally, you should be doing a visual inspection of your home to determine if you need a house washing. Upon inspection of the siding you should be looking for any mold, mildew, dirt and any oxidation. Making sure to check the north side of the siding.  Rubbing your fingers on the siding should show you how dirty it is. Palmer Ma is a beautiful area. A professional house cleaning is a small investment that would make your house look clean and beautiful. Most companies offer free estimates and you should also ask what is included with that price. Also you might ask if the house washing includes a free spray wax. If you need any help for any questions, you can ask me in the comment section. For further information check out this pressure washer video.    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRQ3QilQtJA
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House Washing Southwick Ma

HOUSE WASHING SOUTHWICK MA

Do you need a house washing southwick ma??   Well now is the time to start  thinking about this as a homeowner. Some of the things that determine if you need a house washing, is to inspect your siding for any mildew, dirt, mold and any oxidation. Rubbing your fingers on the house, if they are dirty, then your home may need a cleaning. I know southwick ma is a beautiful area and the houses there are beautiful. So a good house washing from a professional company will improve the looks of your home. Most company's give free estimates. And a good question to ask is if they scrub the house. Here is a good site to check out for any information or you can leave a question in the comments. I would be happy to answer any questions for you. If you want to check out a  Pressure Washing video.                       .http://www.powerwashnetwork.com/content/
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House Washing West Springfield

HOUSE WASHING WEST SPRINGFIELD

With house washing west Springfield season around the corner, a visual inspection of your house should be done. Mildew, moss, dirt, chalkiness are all things you should be looking for in determining if you need a house washing. There is a health factor having mildew growing on your home. There are a few companies that offer house washing west Springfield.. Keeping the exterior of your home clean is not only healthier, but also keeps your house looking new. In west Springfield there are a few places that offer free estimates for house washing. One of the questions that should be asked is if they scrub the house or if they put on a spray wax after the house washing. i know that the local company in west Springfield does. Also get more than one estimate. It pays to shop around. Help keep west Springfield looking beautiful. Here is a good link for a good run down of information. http://www.wikihow.com/Wash-Your-House
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