Top 5 Pressure Washing Tips and Tricks for Your Home in McKinney, TX and the Surrounding Area

Home Improvement Tips: 5 Pressure Washing Tips for Homes in Plano, Frisco, and Nearby Cities

Clean your siding, roof, deck, patio, and driveway with pressure washing services this season. Spray away the accumulated dirt and grime from over the years to enjoy the fresh clean look. Professional craftspeople are a great option to hire a professional for pressure washing or you can do it yourself. In the meantime, here are some tips you should know before you begin.

Pressure Washing and Color-coded Nozzles

Before you start, make sure you are familiar with the color-coded nozzles of pressure washers. Red, synonymous with danger, is a nozzle at 0 degrees, the most intense of all sprays. Each color has a different angle, resulting in a different pressure.

• Red Nozzle: 0 Degrees
• Yellow Nozzle: 15 Degrees
• Green Nozzle: 25 Degrees
• White Nozzle: 40 Degrees
• Black Nozzle: 65 Degrees

5 Pressure Washing Tips

1. Select the degree of pressure washer you need. Test a small patch to make sure the water pressure does not damage the surface you are cleaning.
2. If using soap, cleaners, or detergent, test to make sure they do not stain or discolor the surface.
3. Spray in straight lines and do not overlap strokes. Overlapping can cause stains and water damage.
4. Wear protection for both your ears and eyes at all times to prevent injury.
5. As mentioned above, there are different colored nozzles for different pressures. Different degrees of pressure have more or less power and can cause damage to certain surfaces.

If you test your surfaces and tools ahead of time and follow these precautions, you will be ready to start cleaning your home and property. Clean away the build up of dirt and make your driveway, roof, and more look brand new. If you need help, inquire with local craftspeople to see their services for pressure washing as well. Improve your home and start cleaning today.

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