There are many reasons a person might consider a power washer rental. Power washers make cleaning home exteriors, patio or decks and even driveways quick and efficient. A power washer will get rid of mold and dirt much easier than trying to scrub by hand and brush. A person can purchase a power washer relatively inexpensively, but those washers have a psi of less than 2000, and will not perform well on surfaces that need deep cleaning.
Power washer rental makes sense if the job requires deep cleaning or the surface is large, like the exterior or siding of a home. Decks benefit from power washing because the pressure of the water will clean off the deepest mold and dirt, preparing the surface for protective staining. The first step in renting a power washer is to determine what type of equipment is right for the job.
When cleaning surfaces like decks, outdoor furniture or siding, the water jet power washer should have a psi rating of at least 2000. Concrete and boats will need psi of 3000. Even a car can be cleaned with a power washer, and the psi should be lower, around 750 to 2000.
Power washer rentals are easy. A person can find a power washer at the local big-box home improvement stores as well as local community hardware stores. It is a good idea to call ahead and reserve the power washer, especially in the spring when everyone is sprucing up their homes. Call several places to compare prices and availability. Some places rent by the hour, and some have daily charges, so estimate how long the rental will be needed. The higher the psi the quicker it will be to complete the job. Generally, experts say that a person can clean 8 to 10 square feet per minute, if they know what they are doing. Novices should anticipate a longer time as they get used to the power washer.
All power washers are not created equal. Ask about the features of the power washer rental as well as ease of handling and operating. A Karcher power washer is user-friendly, which is important because power washers can split or splinter wood or other soft surfaces if not used correctly. Most places that rent water jet power washers provide instruction on use and care.
It is a good idea to research power washers before starting a major project. Attachments and cleaning solutions will usually be necessary to complete the job. Attachments that allow the power washer to get into high places are important if cleaning a home. Make sure the cord is long enough to reach an outlet, or extension cords might be necessary. Also determine what cleaning products are going to be required to completely scrub the surface clean, especially is cleaning grease from surfaces.
Renting a product like the Karcher power washer will make tough cleaning jobs easy. Power washers have powerful sprays of water, so use them carefully to not damage or chip any surfaces. All in all power washer rental is a great option if you only need to use one infrequently or for a specific task.