Showing posts with label pressure washing services. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pressure washing services. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 17

A Good Pressure Wash is Great for a Home

Posted by Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
Typically, homeowner-bought
power washers don't have a
 lot of  water flow, so they have
 to be very close to the object
 being power washed.
Spring is a perfect time of year for homeowners to consider pressure washing their property. A good cleaning will do more than improve the look of your house, driveway, fencing, pool, deck or patio; it will also preserve your home's value by ridding it of harmful mold, algae or other contaminates.

A pressure washing can also clear gutters and downspouts, minimizing the chance for water damage to the roof, windows or foundation. Homeowners should think twice before trying to tackle this job themselves, though, or hiring an amateur. A power washing done improperly could lead to costly damage. Vinyl siding, typically ends up with very obvious chalky marks on it, and it's hard to repair.

Professional power-washing companies often get calls from overambitious homeowners who started pressure washing their driveway and ended up trying to do the deck or house, only to splinter wood or damage siding.

 Hiring a professional company to pressure-wash your home is the best way to go and not that expensive. In addition to adding curb appeal and keeping its value high, there are other benefits such as the ability to have it painted after a good wash, and the fixing the common problem of roof algae. It grows in areas where moisture collects, often on the north side of the house, and is usually indicated by black streaks. Done well, a roof cleaning by an experienced pressure-washing company can rid it of the algae and drastically improve its appearance. Done incorrectly, though, it could also cause serious damage and void the roof's warranty. Homeowners need to find a qualified and reputable company before having their roof cleaned.

READ MORE>> creators.com: Pressure Washing Good for Home, if Done Correctly (by Angie Hicks)
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A.L. House Painting and Pressure Washing also offers staining services for decks, porches, patios, stairs and the house itself (interior and exterior).  All your home renovation needs.
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Wednesday, April 1

Is There a Difference Between Power Washing and Pressure Washing?

Posted by Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
Nothing knocks dirt off homes
 like water-streams delivering
 up to 2,000 pounds of force.
Although the two are used almost interchangeably, the answer here is technically yes.

Pressure washing and power washing are different in one major way: A power washer lets you control the temperature of the water; pressure washers do not.

Both, however, are capable of delivering the same water velocity.

Whether you need a power washer or pressure washer depends on what you're cleaning from a surface:

  • POWER WASHING- A power washer provides steady streams of heated water, which works well to rid surfaces of mold, mildew and thick clumps of dirt. The more stuff you have stuck on whatever you're cleaning, the more you'll benefit from power washing.
  • PRESSURE WASHING- Pressure washers clean through water pressure alone. Pressure washers work well on masonry, brick and concrete.
Whether you hire someone depends on your level of comfort with operating a pressure washing machine, as well as the area you want to have cleaned. Generally, the bigger the job, the more benefit you'll get out of hiring someone. The amount of time it takes a pro to do a job will drive most of the price. Contractors can estimate the amount of time their work will take based on the size of the area to be cleaned.

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A.L. House Painting and Pressure Washing also offers staining services for decks, porches, patios, stairs and the house itself (interior and exterior).  All your home renovation needs.
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Wednesday, November 26

Pressure Wash and Make Your Entry and Walkway Safe

Posted by Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
Make sure your entryway
is pressure-washed and
free of slippery mildew.
You want your home to be a safe place for your family, your guests, and any unexpected visitors. With that in mind, it is important to note that mold and mildew on your stairs or deck can work against this goal. Mold and mildew can become slippery on wood, concrete, or brick. The hazard increases in wintry conditions as these areas will be the first to trap moisture and freeze. So how can you clear away this danger to your household and others?

 Pressure washing is the way to go if you want to eradicate pesky mold and mildew.


 Still not convinced? Another factor to consider is that we live in a litigious world. A door to door salesperson may slip on moldy stairs or a mildewed deck. Perhaps even a friend or an acquaintance will slip and fall while over for a barbeque in the summer. Nowadays, you never know what legal proceedings might result if someone gets hurt on your property, even someone you may be close too personally. Something else to consider about visitors is that your family may be extra careful on the stairs or deck because they know it is slippery. An unsuspecting guest may find themselves flat on their back without ever noticing a hazard existed. Cleaning up the mold and mildew by pressure washing is the best way to protect your family and to avoid injuries to visitors.

“But that's what I have insurance for!” you might be moved to say. True, accidents happen, but preventable ones could result in extremely high monthly rates or maybe even dropped coverage. In fact, your insurance may notice the problem and threaten to drop your coverage if you don't take care of the safety hazard. So really, the best thing to do is to take preventative measures and clean this safety hazard up.

Besides, pressure washing is a fast, safe, and inexpensive solution to the problem.

A professional service can come in and have the problem cleaned up in no time at all.

Many services offer Eco-friendly cleaning solutions, so you don't even have to worry about letting the dog out after they are done. Your home will be safe for your family and guests. Ultimately, however much the service costs will be cheaper on your wallet than if there is a problem. So get that safety hazard cleaned up today!
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Tuesday, October 21

Pressure Washing is the Simple Way to Maintain Your Roof

Posted by Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
Always make sure you
have a leak proof roof!
A leaky roof can be one of the most frustrating things for a homeowner. It can cause a great deal of damage inside the home. It can also be tough to see where the leak is coming from. Completely re-roofing the home can cost a small fortune. 

The far better option is to keep up with preventative maintenance.

Then you can enjoy the full life expectancy out of your shingles. A part of that preventative maintenance should be pressure washing. How can pressure washing your roof potentially extend the life of your shingles?

One of the things that cause damage to shingles is mold. It is fairly common for mold to grow on the roof of a house. After all, the roof is designed to get wet in bad weather. That's what it is there for – so that the moisture stays outside of your home. Unfortunately, that same moisture makes the roof a breeding ground for mold. The mold, in turn, can weaken the shingles until the roof no longer performs its proper function. How does pressure washing help?

A professional pressure washing service can clear away mold and other debris that can damage your shingles.

The pressure washing itself is safe for the roof. An experienced professional will know the right cleaner to use and the right pressure level for the water to clear away the debris without harming the shingles. In fact, some services today offer a green cleaning solution that is Earth-friendly and doesn't use any chemicals that will be harmful to your family or pets.

Don't let mold live rent free on your roof and shorten the life of your valuable investment. Pressure washing is safe, effective, and affordable.

There's really no reason to keep from taking care of this maintenance on a regular basis. It's certainly a lot cheaper than having to replace the roof. And while you no doubt have insurance that could take care of the damage from a leak, it is far less stressful to maintain the roof properly than to have to have construction people in your home and maybe even have to replace furniture or other home furnishings that get damaged.

So what are you waiting for? If you have mold on your roof, it is time to call a professional pressure washing service to take care of the problem before it creates a larger issue. 

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