Monday, May 16, 2011

How to Buy High-Pressure Washers



While buying high pressure washers is a good choice for tackling tough cleaning tasks, it can be difficult to know which is the best machine to buy. If you are not familiar with power washers, it can be confusing to know what features to look for and how to decide which machine is the best for you. Daimer® recommends that you ask yourself a few important questions prior to buying high pressure washers. After all, this is an important investment and asking the right questions ahead of time can ensure you buy the best machine possible for your needs.

First, you need to figure out whether you will need a stationary or mobile unit. If your cleaning job involves a lot of moving around, it would be best to look for portable and mobile units. You should also consider fuel options. If most of your cleaning work will be outdoor or away from a ready electrical supply, it is best to look for propane-, diesel-, or gasoline-powered units. For very rugged cleaning jobs, like heavy grease removal, steam pressure washing units may be ideal. For lighter jobs that deal with sticky or hardened debris, hot water high pressure washers are a better option. Cold water units are best suited for light cleaning jobs. Machines such as Daimer®’s Super Max™ 6000 feature tri-mode capabilities, offering cold water, hot water, and steam temperature settings up to 386°F.

When choosing high pressure washers, make sure that you know what kind of pressure levels you will require. If you are concerned about water wastage or incurring fines for water run-off, consider looking at machines that have low water flow rates.