Just as the name suggests, high pressure cleaning involves the use of a high-pressure water jet spray to do away with stubborn dirt and other contaminants. This method of washing is very effective for surfaces like driveways, exterior walls of buildings, decks, patios, and many more. These surfaces are high traffic areas, and over time, algae, mold, grime, dirt, and stains can build up. Power washing these surfaces helps restore their beauty, and prevents further associated deterioration.

Power washing works best on hard surfaces like stone, brick, and concrete. Also, some types of siding, as well as PVC and wood structures like driveways and decks, can also do withstand washing. However, delicate surfaces such as soft wood, older painted surfaces, and other materials that are peeling or worn away too much will get damaged from high pressure surfaces. In these cases, the setting should be adjusted to lower levels or variants of the technique used for more delicate areas should be employed.

Most of the time, yes. Since cleaning builds and dirt is the primary nature of high pressure cleaning, chemicals are usually not the best option to remove algae and fungi or grime. That being said, if high pressure washers do employ chemicals, they are usually biodegradable and do not possess any long-lasting effects on the environment. Precautions should be taken when using water, especially in areas that are close to flora and fauna. Care should be taken around fragile vegetation or water sources.

The frequency of a property's clean depends on its location, weather variety, and the type of material present on the property. For instance, when dealing with driveways and patios located in areas with heavy pollution or constant vegetation growing such as algae and moss, cleaning annually might benefit them. In other cases, every 18 to 24 months might be sufficient. Checking in with a professional service can aid to determine the best cleaning schedule to suit your specific needs.

Yes, if not done properly. Damaging effects such as etching, erosion, and removing protective coatings can be the consequences of using a high pressure technique on delicate surface settings. That is why using the right kind of equipment and the appropriate setting for delicate surfaces is crucial. Hiring experienced professionals that know how to adjust their techniques to the surface for cleaning safely is important.