Preparing For Professional Pressure Washing
Professional pressure washing restores the polished look of your home and driveways to boost curb appeal, removes airborne pathogens that can cause your family discomfort, and protects exterior surfaces from damaging mold and algae. Oil spills and fungus growth can cause slip and fall hazards, and roadkill and animal droppings are just gross and need to go. When you're ready to hire a professional pressure washing contractor for house washing, driveway cleaning, or patio washing, there are a few steps you should take prior to the job.
Southern Pride Softwash makes professional pressure washing as quick, painless, and affordable as possible, but a little preparation can help us attain exterior cleaning perfection.
If You Don't Want It To Get Wet, Move It
Vehicles, patio furniture, garden tools, outdoor grills, bikes, skateboards, and other similar items should be moved away from the work area or covered securely in waterproof plastic.
Cover Electrical Outlets And Gadgets
Water and electricity don't mix, so be sure to remove or cover anything connected to an electrical power source in the outdoor work area. Outdoor security panels, sound systems and speakers, and other outdoor electronics should be securely covered in addition to any wall outlets to avert damage or electrical issues.
Plants, Lawn, And Landscaping
Even though most professional pressure washers use chemicals that won't harm plants and greenery, it's best to store potted plants in a garage or storage building and away from the pressure washing work surfaces. Cover what cannot be moved with sturdy plastic. Southern Pride Softwash uses only biodegradable, eco-friendly chemicals, but it's always best to play it as safe as possible by covering or moving particularly important plants.
Clear Pathways, Walkways, And Driveways
Before your pressure washing project begins, take the time to clear away any vehicles, toys, lawn equipment, or other items you may have in the driveway or scattered around your property. This lets the contractors immediately begin applying pre-treatment solutions to surfaces upon arrival and allows the pre-soaking process to begin dissolving gunk and grime.
Seal Windows And Doors
Check that all of your windows are completely closed and properly caulked to prevent any seepage inside. Also, check doorways to ensure that the top and bottom of the door is sealing well in the door frame. The day of the scheduled pressure washing project, lock the windows and doors for extra protection.
Make Arrangements For Pets And Kids
Pressure washing can be loud and invasive for sensitive kids and pets. The motor of the pressure washing machine and the water hitting the various exterior surfaces can be disturbing for some children and animals. Making arrangements to have them somewhere off the property during the pressure washing process can help avoid potential stress for the whole family.
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