Important Factors To Consider When Buying A Power Washer

Writen by Bill Harden

Choosing and deciding which power washer to buy can be a tedious task if you don't know exactly what to look for in a power washer. There are so many sizes of power washer from various companies and if you purchase one which is not powerful enough for your needs, it will going to be a waste of time and money. Likewise if you buy a power washer that is too powerful and it damaged the surfaces you cleaned.

Here are some important factors to consider that will help you on choosing the best power washer. By getting the right power washer, you do not only avoid any damage but you save time and money as well.

Pressure

This factor is the first thing to consider since this determines the work value of the power washer. Pressure is measured in pounds per square inch and this determines how the power washer effectively breaks the bonds of the debris on the surface being cleaned.

Water Flow

Just like pressure, water flow determines the power washer's work value. This is also known as water volume which is measured in gallons per minute or litres per minute and the amount of water being thrown at the surface being cleaned. The water flow of the power washer affects the time it takes to clean a surface. A power washer with a higher flow rate will take less time to clean than a power washer with a lower flow unit.

Frequency of Usage

After you decide on how much power and water flow your power washer should have to get your job done, you should consider how often you would be using it. If you are a residential user of power washer, you will probably use it far less often than if you use it for agricultural or commercial purpose.

Quality of Parts Used

Some power washer manufacturers use the cheapest parts available so that they can sell their units also at a lower price. They would even treat these units as "throw away" meaning as soon as there is problem with the unit. You can just throw it away and purchase a new one. So it is always best to check the quality of the parts of the power washer that you will purchase, the higher the quality, the better. Here are some of the parts that you should look into:

· Motor
· Pumps
· Unloaders
· Valves
· Plungers
· Gun and Hose
· Accessories

Repair and Maintenance

While it is imperative that you purchase a power washer that is made of quality parts, it is also necessary that the supplier of the power washer that you would buy would have a good repair and maintenance program. Remember that no matter how well made a unit is, there is always a possibility that something could go wrong with it, thus repair is needed. It is better if you purchase from a company that offers replacement parts and can make repairs to your unit within a reasonable time frame.

By simply following the guidelines above, you can be confident that the power washer that you will purchase will sure meet your needs. And with these factors to consider at hand, buying a power washer that will operate properly and last longer will not be a difficult task at all.

Bill Harden is a freelance writer and building contractor! Visit the Powerwashing expert for more tips and ideas on your improving your home and business.