Commercial VS Residential Pressure Washer

Commercial and residential pressure washers vary widely in price, power, and purpose, with many different models on the market. At first glance they are very similar, so it is not uncommon for people to buy a residential unit in a trade and think they are getting a commercial unit, this article will show you how to tell the difference between residential and commercial pressure washers to help you find the right type of high pressure washer machine.

What Are Residential and Commercial Pressure Washers?

Residential Pressure Washers

Residential pressure washers, also known as home pressure washers, residential models are designed for occasional home use to clean vehicles, roofs, decks, and yards. BISON residential pressure washers typically provide pressure between 1,300-2000 PSI (pounds per square inch).

Pros: Affordable entry-level pricing, more compact storage.

Cons: Not durable enough, less powerful, less run time.

Commercial Pressure Washers

BISON manufacturers manufacture commercial pressure washers using more durable and wear-resistant materials to cope with higher capacity and more frequent use, so commercial pressure washers are used more for industrial cleaning jobs, some common use cases are cleaning industrial equipment Oil, sludge and dirt on the surface. Many industries rely on commercial pressure washer systems, including automotive, construction, and trucking, among others. BISON commercial pressure washers primarily offer pressures in the 3,200-8,000 PSI range, a level of cleaning power or durability that no residential pressure washer can match.

Pros: More robust and versatile.

Cons: Expensive, requires more storage space, requires experience using them as they can be too powerful and can damage some surfaces if used incorrectly.

How are commercial and residential pressure washers different?

Most users and buyers agree that the difference between a commercial pressure washer and a residential pressure washer is simply the power. In a pressure washer, this is rated as PSI - pounds per square inch. The intensity of a pressure washer's cleaning power increases with the PSI rating.

But the pressure itself isn't the only difference between commercial and residential pressure washers. Let's look at each point of difference to help you understand the main differences.

Engine and electricity

BISON engine-powered pressure washers are often available for commercial use, which makes sense since workers don't always have access to electricity on site. Most residential pressure washers are electric pressure washer because it is convenient and clean for a residential setting.

Differences in pressure washer components

Pump

A pressure washer's pump is an important part of the equipment because it moves the water, so having one that meets your needs is crucial. Pressure pumps are available aluminum for residential models, and brass for commercial models. On the residential model, the valve is plastic; on the commercial pressure washer, the valve is stainless steel. Valves control the pressure and flow of water, and like pumps, come in plastic types for domestic use and stainless steel types for commercial use. Commercial model metal washer pumps provide durability and safety for high pressure and frequent use. this

Hose

Since hoses need to withstand a lot of movement (pulling, pulling, twisting, kinking, accidentally being stepped on) and contain a lot of water flow, it makes sense that they need to be durable. Commercial pressure washers have stronger double braided hoses and brass fittings for wire reinforcement, while BISON residential models have thinner rubber hoses and plastic or steel fittings. Commercial pressure washers may come with one, two or even three different longer hoses. They also come with a variety of nozzles in different shapes and sizes. Suitable for various cleaning places. Foam cans are bigger. Residential pressure washers, just a hose with a small foam canister and nozzles of different sizes. Smaller all-in-ones are readily available.

Runing time

The run time of a pressure washer is probably the most critical factor that differentiates residential models from commercial models. Residential models aren't designed for long runs; they're designed to handle smaller jobs, like a quick driveway clean that takes about 20 minutes to an hour. However, commercial pressure washers can run longer because they are suitable for a wide range of industrial pressure cleaning, so they can be used continuously for up to 8 hours.

Durability and use

In addition to the higher cleaning power offered by commercial pressure washers, commercial pressure washers are more durable and versatile than residential pressure washers. First, we want to stress that the typical residential electric washing machine is still a quality appliance. However, pressure washer manufacturers have gone one step further with their commercial pressure washer systems. They have a tighter build quality to withstand the rigors of being placed as commercial equipment. They're also more versatile -- many of them can be mounted on an ATV for mobile use. So you can take your commercial pressure washer with you on the farm, construction site, and more. Clean a larger area at the same time. The desidential pressure washer is used for simple cleaning, and the single working time is limited, but it is definitely enough for daily household use.

Summarize

Overall, commercial pressure washers are usually more powerful than residential pressure washers. But both types of pressure washers are designed for different types of jobs. If the performance of imported commercial high-pressure washers far exceeds the needs of large customers, excess performance is also a waste. Residential pressure washers can fully meet their daily needs. Therefore, BISON believes that "what is needed is the best for us, not always the strong".