Whether you are starting your own business in the pressure washing industry, or you are looking to grow and expand your organization, you will no doubt want to invest considerable time, energy and attention toward choosing pressure washing equipment that you will be working with. In addition to the high pressure washer machine itself, you’ll also need to consider peripheral equipment. This includes hoses and wands, surface cleaner, various specialty nozzles, and hose reel, not to mention truck and trailer.
Professional Grade Equipment
There is a huge difference between the equipment that is available at Home Depot or Lowe’s for homeowner DIY weekend projects used a few times each year, and equipment that is professional grade and built to last through many years of daily wear and tear by commercial cleaning contractors. Choosing Pressure Washing Equipment
First and foremost, you will need to educate yourself on how to use the equipment you choose effectively and efficiently. The goal is to maximize your time and increase profitability. This includes learning how to operate the equipment so that work flows smoothly on the job. Plus maintaining the equipment so that your investment endures over time. In addition, there are certain strategies for utilizing the equipment you’ve chosen. This will hinge on the various kinds of surfaces you will be cleaning. Check out www.pressurecleaningschool.com if you are interested in hands on or online video training, and another option for online training is our Cleaners University training website at https://www.cleanersuniversity.com.
Next, when choosing pressure washing equipment, you will need to consider how you intend to transport the equipment. Will you be working from a trailer, truck bed or from the back of a van? Will it be mounted or will it need to be portable? Sizing up your equipment in weight and inches is important. And sizing up your transport room and weight capacity is vital. Make the planning process a priority before making any purchases.
Additional Factors
Do you plan to use it for residential cleaning only, commercial cleaning only, or both? We recommend various machines based on the goals of your business and what you need to succeed.
What type of surfaces do you intend to be cleaning with your equipment? Concrete only? Do you intend to clean roofs? What about pool decks, wooden patios, fencing, and of course, the many types of exterior wall surfaces on homes and businesses in your community? A more focused approach will call for certain pieces of equipment, while a more comprehensive approach will require equipment designed for broader and wider use. We can certainly help you work through these issues.
You’ll need to establish a budget that can guide you through the entire planning process of purchasing new equipment. As your business grows, so will your need for new, more and updated equipment over the y