Frequently asked questions about the difference between pressure washing and power washing.
Pressure washing and power washing sound like the same thing, but there are a few distinctions. Power washing utilizes the same idea of blasting water at a high pressure, only with hot water. This sets power washing apart because the hot water not only acts to sanitize surfaces, it is also superior at breaking down organic materials.
Where ae you located?
We are in Grand Rapids, Michigan and serve the surrounding area.
What are your most popular services?
Fleet vehicle pressure washing, walkway cleaning and commercial building facades.
Are you hiring?
As our business grows we may add addition help but not at this time.
Power Washing
Power_WashPower Washing is the processes of removing surface material such as dirt, mud, mildew, mold and other contaminates from the exterior features of your house by using pressurized water onto a surface. Unlike pressure washing, power washing uses water that is heated to a hot temperature.
Water that has been heated to a certain temperature will break down contaminated materials from your property much easier than regular water. Power washing is done with heavy power washing materials.
Power washing is mainly for outdoor cleaning of driveways, stone walls, and rough concrete. They are more commonly seen in commercial and industrial settings.
Pressure Washing
Pressure washing is an extremely effective home solution to cleaning various surfaces of the home.
Pressure washing is meant for walking surfaces, decks, stone pathways, patio furniture, and so forth. Anything that is hard, but has deep grooves that allow dirt to be embedded is a great candidate for pressure washing.
Soft Washing
Soft washing is done using less than 500 PSI for rinsing or cleaning application. The tip of the pressure washer is replaced with one that widens the spray, dropping the point of pressure. On top of this, soft washing utilizes special cleaning solutions to break down dirt and organisms living on surfaces.
These cleaning solutions are eco-friendly and will not strip protective coatings on your home’s exterior. Soft washing methods are preferred in a variety of situations over pressure washing.
Soft washing is recommended for soft surfaces, such as:
- Cedar shake siding
- Wood panel siding
- Outdoor rooted plants
- Stucco and coquina
- Outdoor wood furniture
- Screens, enclosures, and lanais
- Vinyl siding