Time for a spring spruce up? Allow us to suggest the very best pressure washers for your car and patio looking spick and span. The best power washers can be used to clean a variety of items and surfaces including barbecues, decking, stone walls and cars, as well as garden patios.
That said, if you don't want to invest just yet, it's also worth bearing in mind that you can also rent pressure washers from a pressure washer hire company to get your your patios, cars, bikes, and garden furniture looking brand new.
1. Karcher K2000 Electric Pressure Washer
This advanced pressure washer from Kärcher is perfect for cleaning barbecues, garden patios and decking, stone walls and vehicles in various sizes. It also comes with an automatic stop/start motor release, giving you complete cleaning control, and a water inlet filter which stop dirt particles from damaging the pump. The smooth wheels and ergonomically designed handle mean you'll be able to transport the washer with ease. It's lightweight so it works well as a portable jet wash, but is powerful and high-pressure at the same time. It's ideal for cleaning a variety of external items including patios, decking, cars, bicycles and garden furniture.
2. Nilfisk C105 6-5 pressure washer with 1400w motor
This hot water pressure washer from Nilfisk is perfect for the smaller cleaning tasks you may have around your home and garden - such as cleaning your bike or garden furniture. It's a jet washer equipped with a power-speed nozzle, a soft-grip gun, and an easy-to-use click and clean lance. It has both tornado and pencil jet nozzles
3. Makita HW101 240v power washer
If you're looking for a budget power washer without compromising on quality this Makita model should do the trick.
It's an electric pressure washer suitable for cleaning cars, bikes and patios at home. It comes with a 3m hose, gun, lance, and a helpful detergent bottle.
4. Bosch Aquatak 35-12 pressure washer
The 3-in-1 nozzle makes this Bosch hot water pressure washer a good choice for a range of cleaning tasks around the home and garden. It comes with a high pressure gun and a transparent water filler - making easy to keep an eye on water levels - and has an auto-stop function, which makes it a more environmentally-friendly and energy-efficient way to jet wash. It's quick-connect fittings and adjustable handle which mean it is ready to go straight out of the box, with no assembly required.
5. Mac Allister 2100w pressure washer
This Mac Allister pressure washer comes with a flexible 9m hose, a high pressure glance with both an adjustable and 'dirtblaster' nozzle, a rotary brush, and a patio cleaner attachment. Especially useful for cleaning hard to grim grime and mould off paving stones in the garden.
6. Vax PowerWash 2500w complete pressure washer
Versatile and easy to manoeuvre, this pressure washer from Vax is particularly useful when it comes to heavy duty outdoor cleaning and even includes a patio kit to make cleaning those difficult surfaces that little bit easier. Weighing in at just 8.8kg, this washer is lighter than most and, thanks to its high flow rate and high max pressure, it will get dirt and grime from a range of difference surfaces with very little effort.
The most common kind of jet washer is electric: we like the Bosch Aquatak 35-12 pressure washer, because no assembly is required.
One of the most important things to consider when buying a pressure washer is how heavy it is: after all, you want it to do the hard work for you. If you're on a budget and just need a quick blitz, we recommend the Makita HW101 240v power washer, which weighs just 6.35kg. That said, the Vax PowerWash 2500w complete pressure washer is suitable for heavier duty tasks, and weighs just 6.9kg .
The Karcher K2 Premium home pressure washer is ergonomically designed, which means it has the comfort of your back specifically in mind.
With gadgets like these, we're running out of excuses for not maintaining our gardens.
6 Tips to Pressure Wash Your Home
With an array of pressure-washing equipment on the market for purchase or rental, it’s easier than ever to pressure wash your house, deck or driveway. However, the job requires a certain amount of knowledge and presents dangers to the unwary.
Avoid a house-, deck- or driveway-cleaning disaster by following these tips from highly rated pressure washers:
Choose the correct tool:
“People talk about PSI a lot, and that’s part of the equation, but you really want to look at water flow in gallons per minute,” says Steve Morgan, owner of highly rated Steve Morgan Pressure Washing in Casselberry, Fla. “A 5 GPM machine with 3,700 PSI will clean better than a 4 GPM machine at 4,000 PSI.”
He also suggests making sure the washer can dispense cleaning product as well as water. “You can clean a driveway without any chemicals, but it’ll take longer and won’t last as long,” he says. “If you use a little chlorine, though, the concrete soaks it up and keeps mold and mildew from coming back.”
Keep safety in mind:
Pressure washers present significant danger if operated incorrectly. The high-pressure water blast can damage property and cause serious injury.
“A pressure washer, especially a newer one, can take the paint right off the house,” Morgan says. “You should wear eye and ear protection.”
Professionals also recommend wearing gloves, boots, and long-sleeved shirts.
When activating the sprayer, pay close attention to the direction of the nozzle. Make sure nobody’s nearby, and plan ahead when moving the stream. “You have to be careful around windows, frames, doors, overhangs and screen enclosures,” Kessep says. “Any of those are vulnerable to damage from the stream.
“If it’s windy, be aware of what direction it’s going, because it can blow the stuff right back at you,” he adds.
Matt Schaltenbrand, owner of highly rated Advanced Pressure & Gutter Cleaning in Marietta, Ga., cautions DIYers to consider more than just the pressure stream. “Everything in the system, from the machine to the hoses to the gun, is under pressure,” he says. “If a hose pops or the tip isn’t fully clipped in, it sounds like a gunshot when it pops and it can be pretty brutal. Be very careful and cautious with the system.”
Don’t overdo it:
Schaltenbrand points out that not every job requires the highest pressure setting. In fact, he advises selecting a low setting when cleaning a house or deck. Different systems include varying levels of settings, and others use interchangeable nozzles to regulate pressure, so consult your manual for specifics. “You need to apply chemicals properly from the ground up, and then rinse from the top down and not let the chemical dry,” he says.
Protect your assets:
Plants and cars remain vulnerable to the pressure stream and chemical runoff. Kessep suggests covering them or rinsing them with water before, during and after the process , which will dilute most chemicals. “You want to do it at the start because dry leaves will more easily absorb chemicals than wet ones,” he says.
Know the machine’s limits:
Some stains won’t come out no matter how high you turn up the pressure, and you can cause damage if you try too hard. “If a driveway hasn’t been sealed and it has oil spots, forget it. There’s nothing you can do,” Kessep says.
Morgan adds that fertilizer, rust and acorn stains also present a nearly impossible job to remove from a driveway. “Mold and mildew will come right up, but those things will always leave some kind of mark,” he says.
Know your own limits:
You can do some basic pressure washing around your property, but when the going gets tough, call the professionals. “There’s a lot of things you can get yourself into trouble with,” Morgan says. “Don’t take on anything too big. If you’re doing a big job, it’s best to call in someone with experience.”
Kessep advises calling in help for any job higher than one story or one that involves the roof. “The roof can be dangerous to work on, and it’s easy to damage,” he says. “When it comes to houses taller than one story, we have equipment that can make it up three or four stories without needing a ladder.”
That said, if you don't want to invest just yet, it's also worth bearing in mind that you can also rent pressure washers from a pressure washer hire company to get your your patios, cars, bikes, and garden furniture looking brand new.
1. Karcher K2000 Electric Pressure Washer
This advanced pressure washer from Kärcher is perfect for cleaning barbecues, garden patios and decking, stone walls and vehicles in various sizes. It also comes with an automatic stop/start motor release, giving you complete cleaning control, and a water inlet filter which stop dirt particles from damaging the pump. The smooth wheels and ergonomically designed handle mean you'll be able to transport the washer with ease. It's lightweight so it works well as a portable jet wash, but is powerful and high-pressure at the same time. It's ideal for cleaning a variety of external items including patios, decking, cars, bicycles and garden furniture.
2. Nilfisk C105 6-5 pressure washer with 1400w motor
This hot water pressure washer from Nilfisk is perfect for the smaller cleaning tasks you may have around your home and garden - such as cleaning your bike or garden furniture. It's a jet washer equipped with a power-speed nozzle, a soft-grip gun, and an easy-to-use click and clean lance. It has both tornado and pencil jet nozzles
3. Makita HW101 240v power washer
If you're looking for a budget power washer without compromising on quality this Makita model should do the trick.
It's an electric pressure washer suitable for cleaning cars, bikes and patios at home. It comes with a 3m hose, gun, lance, and a helpful detergent bottle.
4. Bosch Aquatak 35-12 pressure washer
The 3-in-1 nozzle makes this Bosch hot water pressure washer a good choice for a range of cleaning tasks around the home and garden. It comes with a high pressure gun and a transparent water filler - making easy to keep an eye on water levels - and has an auto-stop function, which makes it a more environmentally-friendly and energy-efficient way to jet wash. It's quick-connect fittings and adjustable handle which mean it is ready to go straight out of the box, with no assembly required.
5. Mac Allister 2100w pressure washer
This Mac Allister pressure washer comes with a flexible 9m hose, a high pressure glance with both an adjustable and 'dirtblaster' nozzle, a rotary brush, and a patio cleaner attachment. Especially useful for cleaning hard to grim grime and mould off paving stones in the garden.
6. Vax PowerWash 2500w complete pressure washer
Versatile and easy to manoeuvre, this pressure washer from Vax is particularly useful when it comes to heavy duty outdoor cleaning and even includes a patio kit to make cleaning those difficult surfaces that little bit easier. Weighing in at just 8.8kg, this washer is lighter than most and, thanks to its high flow rate and high max pressure, it will get dirt and grime from a range of difference surfaces with very little effort.
The most common kind of jet washer is electric: we like the Bosch Aquatak 35-12 pressure washer, because no assembly is required.
One of the most important things to consider when buying a pressure washer is how heavy it is: after all, you want it to do the hard work for you. If you're on a budget and just need a quick blitz, we recommend the Makita HW101 240v power washer, which weighs just 6.35kg. That said, the Vax PowerWash 2500w complete pressure washer is suitable for heavier duty tasks, and weighs just 6.9kg .
The Karcher K2 Premium home pressure washer is ergonomically designed, which means it has the comfort of your back specifically in mind.
With gadgets like these, we're running out of excuses for not maintaining our gardens.
6 Tips to Pressure Wash Your Home
With an array of pressure-washing equipment on the market for purchase or rental, it’s easier than ever to pressure wash your house, deck or driveway. However, the job requires a certain amount of knowledge and presents dangers to the unwary.
Avoid a house-, deck- or driveway-cleaning disaster by following these tips from highly rated pressure washers:
Choose the correct tool:
“People talk about PSI a lot, and that’s part of the equation, but you really want to look at water flow in gallons per minute,” says Steve Morgan, owner of highly rated Steve Morgan Pressure Washing in Casselberry, Fla. “A 5 GPM machine with 3,700 PSI will clean better than a 4 GPM machine at 4,000 PSI.”
He also suggests making sure the washer can dispense cleaning product as well as water. “You can clean a driveway without any chemicals, but it’ll take longer and won’t last as long,” he says. “If you use a little chlorine, though, the concrete soaks it up and keeps mold and mildew from coming back.”
Keep safety in mind:
Pressure washers present significant danger if operated incorrectly. The high-pressure water blast can damage property and cause serious injury.
“A pressure washer, especially a newer one, can take the paint right off the house,” Morgan says. “You should wear eye and ear protection.”
Professionals also recommend wearing gloves, boots, and long-sleeved shirts.
When activating the sprayer, pay close attention to the direction of the nozzle. Make sure nobody’s nearby, and plan ahead when moving the stream. “You have to be careful around windows, frames, doors, overhangs and screen enclosures,” Kessep says. “Any of those are vulnerable to damage from the stream.
“If it’s windy, be aware of what direction it’s going, because it can blow the stuff right back at you,” he adds.
Matt Schaltenbrand, owner of highly rated Advanced Pressure & Gutter Cleaning in Marietta, Ga., cautions DIYers to consider more than just the pressure stream. “Everything in the system, from the machine to the hoses to the gun, is under pressure,” he says. “If a hose pops or the tip isn’t fully clipped in, it sounds like a gunshot when it pops and it can be pretty brutal. Be very careful and cautious with the system.”
Don’t overdo it:
Schaltenbrand points out that not every job requires the highest pressure setting. In fact, he advises selecting a low setting when cleaning a house or deck. Different systems include varying levels of settings, and others use interchangeable nozzles to regulate pressure, so consult your manual for specifics. “You need to apply chemicals properly from the ground up, and then rinse from the top down and not let the chemical dry,” he says.
Protect your assets:
Plants and cars remain vulnerable to the pressure stream and chemical runoff. Kessep suggests covering them or rinsing them with water before, during and after the process , which will dilute most chemicals. “You want to do it at the start because dry leaves will more easily absorb chemicals than wet ones,” he says.
Know the machine’s limits:
Some stains won’t come out no matter how high you turn up the pressure, and you can cause damage if you try too hard. “If a driveway hasn’t been sealed and it has oil spots, forget it. There’s nothing you can do,” Kessep says.
Morgan adds that fertilizer, rust and acorn stains also present a nearly impossible job to remove from a driveway. “Mold and mildew will come right up, but those things will always leave some kind of mark,” he says.
Know your own limits:
You can do some basic pressure washing around your property, but when the going gets tough, call the professionals. “There’s a lot of things you can get yourself into trouble with,” Morgan says. “Don’t take on anything too big. If you’re doing a big job, it’s best to call in someone with experience.”
Kessep advises calling in help for any job higher than one story or one that involves the roof. “The roof can be dangerous to work on, and it’s easy to damage,” he says. “When it comes to houses taller than one story, we have equipment that can make it up three or four stories without needing a ladder.”
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