A Comfortable Stay

Posted on: 14 April 2017

After some years in your home, you might start to notice that the siding and roof could use some cleaning. It is relatively easy these days to rent a pressure washer, so if you decide to do that, observe these tips so you can clean your house effectively.

Shut Down Electricity

You might not even think of shutting down the electrical outlets on the house, but remember that the water you use while pressure washing could seep into external outlets. To avoid trouble, head to your control panel and disable the ones that respond to outdoor electrical uses until you're sure that the cleaning process is finished.

Shield Nearby Structures and Vehicles

You might imagine that you'll control the pressure washer without a problem, but just to be safe, you might want to cover cars in your driveway and various structures on your property. Tarps and dropcloths can be useful so that you're sure you're protecting and preserving your own belongings while you pressure wash.

Start with Low Pressure

Being eager to clean, you may not realize that it's best to start with the lowest pressure available. There can be significant kickback, which could cause you to spritz areas of your house by accident; start low and work your way up so that you always have control over what you're doing. If you feel that you need more pressure, slowly increase the pressure levels so you're sure that you're in control.

Step on Planks or Foam Insulation When Working on the Roof

If your pressure washing efforts are focused on the roof, you need to take specific measures to be certain that you're safe when working on inclines, especially when they become wet from the cleaning solution. To do that, you might opt to attach wood planks to the roof to step on; some people put a layer of foam insulation between the plank and the roof so that you're sure that you won't damage the tiles on the roof as you work to clean the surface. These measures will make you less likely to slip as you wash.

Buff After Cleaning

Just as streaks might appear after you wash your car, you should expect to see streaks after your pressure washing efforts. Plan to spend some time buffing out those streaks with microfiber cloths or household rags such as old t-shirts. That will eliminate streaks and the chalky appearance that can result after pressure cleaning.

These pointers should help you to pressure wash your home and roof without difficulty. If you need assistance, enlist the help of professional contractors at a company like A Blast to the Past who can do the pressure washing for you.