What Should You Not Pressure Wash

High pressure washer is a great tool for removing graffiti, grime, and other clinging debris from surfaces, but some items can be damaged by the powerful stream of water. Pressure washing around people and animals should obviously be avoided, but many other surfaces and objects in your home are also susceptible to damage from high-pressure water, and some equipment can be damaged by water seeping into cracks, wreaking havoc on sensitive electrical equipment and computer system. The damage was serious. So, before you go pressure washing, check out this checklist.

Objects that should not be pressure washed include the following surfaces:

Asphalt shingles

Avoid turning BISON high pressure washer on a roof with asphalt shingles to prevent damage to the roof and possible leaks. High water pressure washing is actually effective at removing particles from asphalt shingles, but if the roof is older, it may damage or completely remove the asphalt shingles. In severe cases, the roof can leak, causing problems throughout the home. Also, it is dangerous to use high pressure washer at heights, as the strong recoil on the boom could throw you off balance and fall off the ladder when you pull the trigger.

Wood

Some painters use high pressure washer to clean wood and remove paint, but BISON recommends using high pressure washer for hardwood. Softer woods are easily damaged, and using high pressure cleaning can cause holes and cracks in the wood.

Lead paint

Another surface that should not be pressure washed is lead paint. Lead paint should not be pressure washed as it can damage, crack and peel the paint, releasing particles into the air and surrounding area. Lead paint is highly toxic and dangerous; it should be avoided whenever possible, and you should never pressure wash these surfaces.

Old mortar

Pressure washers are great for cleaning concrete patios and paving stones, and they can be used on new brick on a lower pressure setting. But pressure washing can damage weathered brick and mortar because it removes particles, loose material, and any other constituents of the exterior surface that are washed away by the water under pressure. This can cause severe structural damage and expose the interior of the home to outdoor weather conditions.

Windows

A quick window wash with high pressure washer seems like a good idea, especially considering how difficult it is to get to second floor windows, but high pressure washing of using high pressure washer on a window will break the window and splash the glass, special tip from BISON, for you and For the safety of your family, please do not attempt to pressure wash glass.

Gutter

It may be tempting to use the power of a pressure washer to remove accumulated dirt, clumps or leaves from your gutters, so give it a try. However, gutters are designed to handle rainwater, and while they can handle heavy rain, they can't handle the pressure of a pressure washer.

Exchange unit

Do not attempt to pressure wash any live appliance, even one outside your home or in your yard. While there is usually a solid metal case and a clear glass or plastic cover covering the face of the gauge to withstand heavy rain, pressure washing can force water into the cracks and crevices, causing water to seep into the air conditioning unit, messing with the air conditioning circuit, causing damage and costly maintenance costs. For example, when using BISON pressure washer, do not use it to clean the air conditioner. Strong water jets can bend or crush fragile air conditioner fins and restrict airflow, shortening the life of the unit.

Biology

While this may seem obvious, you should always keep in mind that you should never pressure wash pets or living things like plants, humans, etc. Pressure can penetrate the skin and cause bodily harm. So wearing safety glasses when pressure washing surfaces is essential to protect your eyes from debris.

Now that you know what not to pressure wash, it's time to get out and start high pressure washer your home. If you need help or want to make sure the job is done correctly, contact the BISON high pressure washing experts.