just got a 4400 psi, 4.2gpm pressure washer, how is everyone reaching 50+ ft on houses?

Hey all. So I’ve debated on the several ways of getting customers. I’m not a big people person, but I do understand there will be that requirement of … interaction. I had a guy hand me a door hanger the other day. I dunno, it just reminded me of selling Boy Scout cookies. Hey more probs to him- just just don’t know if that’s my style. I could see handing out business cards - but do I want to walk up to their houses and give a couple rings? I’d do it… especially when they are already outside planting or watering their garden.

I could go on, but I know doing a great job for one customer could definitely open some doors. I live in a suburban neighborhood, there’s some money, and there’s a lot of dirty driveways, that I know

I refuse to wear a costume.

But yea any suggestions on how some experienced washers got their clients would be great.

Thank you

Hi all - what’s the best way to clean an entire siding of a house for algae? Seems like pressure washing is too risky even if it’s downstream, using a pump sprayer for wet and forget also seems like it would take forever if it’s for an entire house but is that the way to go? Thank you in advance!

Hi all. My Ryobi pressure washer got what I believe to be a clog in the water pump. I took it apart and cleaned it out then out it back together. It works now but has a leak coming from the circled part in the picture. It seems like there should be an o ring here but I didn't see one. Can anyone confirm if an o ring is supposed to go here?

I want to use a foam cannon on walls to soft wash them because spraying the soap on normally does not stick and I dont see the chemical when I do it. Should I use a foam cannon?

Does the Simpson Powershot Professional 4400 PSI 4 GPM pressure washer work with the BE Whirl-A-Way Semi-Pro 16" Surface Cleaner (4000 PSI)

I understand the difference PSI for the surface cleaner says 4000 PSI but does that actually matter for an additional 400 PSI?

If not, what is the recommended pressure washer and surface cleaner combo for at least a 4gpm 4000 psi machine. Thanks

Looking for a pressure washer with specs around 200 bar and around 900lph flow rate. Any recommendations for an electric one which can be plugged to mains and not the industrial plugs?

So around 2 days ago i had brought a Hawksmoor pressure washer 160BAR its not really as known as Karcher/Nilfisk as its a UK only company that sell it, today was my first time using it and im fairly happy with it but have no shampoo for the car or anything so i thought instead of wasting any money on a product i wouldnt really use later since my plan is to use the snow foam why not get it now. I will include pictures of it of the adapter of the snow foam bottle itself which fits but its not the one i want to use and i will also include the actual gun nozzle type. Would appreciate all the help possible!

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Pretty good deal right?

Hello everyone!

My dad is air conditioner technician and he is frequently called to clean air conditioners.

He has been doing it using handheld water sprayers or breaking out the the whole AC unit and washing it outside.

I thought it would be good to buy one pump for him with the accessories (wholecover and etc).

Could you please recommend me a few for up to max 150$? I have checked a few from Westinghouse brand on Amazon but they seem to provide even more pressure needed to clean air conditioners.

Plus any tips/best practices/more accessories to make the job easier are highly appreciated.

Thanks so much!

My brand new Ryobi 3300/2.5 shut off randomly after I've used it only 3 or 4 times. I haven't tried to restart it, but I also think I need new oil.

Questions...

1. What could have caused it to cut off even though it wasn't out of gas?
2. What oil do I have to buy?
3. I have been running it without an air filter, is that okay? (I have them but don't know how to install them)

Thank you!

What's best recommendation for cedar siding? If sh, about what percentage are you using?

Quick question... I am getting into pressure washing here in the UK. Was looking to get some waterproof clothing to make life easier and more comfortable. I have been looking at getting some Waders, what do people think? Should I get them, or just some waterproof trousers/pants?

Obviously, I’m trying to do it. Low budget, but any information would be greatly appreciated.

My draw test was 1 Gallon SH to 4 Gallons of water.

Using 10% SH... how do I know what my rate is at the tip with straight SH at this rate? If wanting to achieve a 1% at the tip. How much to dilute the SH?

Thank you

Hey everyone! I am sorry - I am a newbie with pressure washers. I got this $100 Ryobi unit, and I am using it about once/twice a month for car washing. I have read that I need to use Stabil pump protector after every use. Other sources recommend using the protector only before the long storage, like for the winter. What would be your recommendation, friends? You are way more practically knowledgeable.

Anyone have any experience with this PW? Is this a good deal? $2,249 for the 4gpm machine, 20” surface cleaner, quick connects, telescoping wand, ball valve, two 50’ hoses, and a 5 year warranty. I know I’d need to invest in longer hoses.

Buddy of mine died recently, we both used to be truck drivers for this company and well, long story short the topic came up about having me do the trucking washing for a fleet of 16 trucks… he washed them prior. I’ve only done house washing and hard surface cleaning in the past. I believe I found a decent chemical to use to actually wash the trucks ( Never B4 by Betco ) I can get it locally for fairly cheap and a buddy of mine who washes school busses swears by it. My question is, what the hell do I use to clean the aluminum fuel tanks on these rigs. I’ve heard muriatic acid works wonders but I have no clue if you shoot it straight or dilute it, and if so, at what ratio? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

Do you have to have a soft wash system to wash houses? Or can I just use my pressure washer and xjet to wash houses? Eventually I’d like to get an actual system set up but for the time being do I need it?

I am currently using a 20" surface cleaner on flat work with a 5.5gpm pressure washer.

My main goal is I would like to increase job efficiency.

Does anyone use a 28" or 30" surface cleaner?

I average 2 hours of actual cleaning time for around 9,700sqft. Dealerships service drive and service department.

Thanks for any info.

I was gifted a Ryobi pressure washer a couple of years ago but I haven't gotten a chance to open/use it until now. When I took it out of the box, hooked it up, and turned it on, it trips the inline GFCI outlet in the power cord. I'm unable to return/exchange it since the gifted doesn't have the receipt anymore. So I'm trying to fix it and get it working.

I replaced the GFCI, same issue. I replaced the whole power cord, same problem. I managed to get it to turn on when I disconnected one side of the ground wire. It'll only trip when the ground is fully connected on both ends.

I took a multimeter to it and noticed that probing hot and neutral it clocks in at 123/124 everywhere. I then probed hot to where it grounds (the engine), and it reads around 80. I'm not super familiar with electrical work past replacing light fixtures and outlets. I'm curious if there's a quick fix or if I'm better off getting a whole new pressure washer.