Three Things You Should Never Pressure Wash

Pressure washing is a tried-and-true staple of the professional exterior cleaning company world. Pressure washing is an extremely effective home solution to cleaning various surfaces of the home, including concrete, vinyl siding, outdoor furniture, fences, and more. Pressure washing involves applying a highly pressurized water stream to a house to literally blast the debris away. However, this powerful cleaning method can also cause some serious damage if not used properly. For safety and best results, you should never pressure wash these three items:

1. Electric Panels & Meters

This seems like a no-brainer, but it’s worth mentioning anyway. Electric panels and meters can easily build up grime, cobwebs, sleet stains, mud spots; you name it, they’ve got it. However, their electrical writing doesn’t take too kindly to powerfully targeted jets of water. Avoid potential electrocution and short circuiting your entire home by never pressure washing these devices.

1. Asphalt Shingles

Asphalt shingles are fragile things. They do a great job of protecting your roof, but when it comes to targeted jets of water they instantly fall apart. Their porous surface, tenuous attachment, and other important roof-making qualities also make them susceptible to water damage, so avoid pressure washing your roof to keep your shingles in perfect condition.

1. Vehicles

Though the urge to spray your car clean might feel overpowering, you really should try to hold yourself back. Power washers can dent or damage your car’s exterior really easily, in some cases even literally spraying off the paint and protective coats. In order to keep your vehicles safe and looking great for as long as possible, avoid power washing them and leave it to a professional cleaning company instead.

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