With an endless treasure trove of online tutorials and easy access to rentable pressure washers, many homeowners nowadays debate whether or not they should just take pressure washing into their own hands. Oftentimes, these same people underestimate how powerful a pressure washer can be, and don’t realize how much damage untrained pressure washing can cause until too late!
But is there really a significant advantage to calling in the pros? Actually, there are a few big reasons why homeowners who need pressure washing may want to consider the professional route.
1. Experience With Equipment
A big mistake many people make is thinking that a pressure washer is just a slightly stronger garden hose. Truth is, though, a pressure washer is an intense, powerful tool. The average pressure washer can reach around 2,000-3,000 pounds per square inch. That’s literally a ton (or more!) of force spraying out of the nozzle.
Something that strong can be really hard to control, and an errant, uncontrolled pressure washing spray can take out a window, tear up landscaping, or seriously hurt someone in its path. With something as powerful as pressure washing, the safest bet is to leave it to a crew who has experience carefully controlling and maneuvering this intense machinery.
2. Insurance
Any reputable pressure washing company worth their stuff is insured against any potential accidents. Obviously, a well-trained, experienced crew is unlikely to make any really dumb mistakes, but any good professional also believes in Murphy’s Law and knows that it’s best to be prepared for anything. On the off-chance your professional cleaner makes a slip-up, their insurance will cover any ensuing damage.
3. Professional Finesse
Alright, that’s a bit general, but to clarify what we mean: professional pressure washers are trained to handle a wide scope of jobs for all kinds of properties. Pressure washing involves a lot of training and meticulous planning to be executed safely and successfully, especially when working on particularly delicate surfaces, such as roof cleaning or house washing jobs.
Certain structures and even materials require different settings and approaches for their optimal cleaning. Also, because professionals work on so many properties in varying degrees of upkeep, they can catch issues and warning signs that an amateur cleaner might not recognize. The experiences and skills a good pressure washing technician has allows them to take on each job with a well-trained and attentive eye and ensure the best outcome for every customer.
Choose A Company You Can Trust
Of course, not all pressure washing companies are created equal. It’s always important to do your own research. Make sure the company is reputable, licensed, and insured, and look to see what other customers have to say about their service.
For our part, Alvardo Pro-Clean is proud to boast upstanding service as we help communities through South-Central Missouri. We take pride in being a reputable, hard-working pressure washing company locals can depend on. From roof cleaning to house washing to driveway washing and beyond, Alvarado Pro-Clean’s pressure washing will make your property shine. If you’d like a free estimate for your property, reach out to us at 573-261-0419.
