Cleaning is a part of our daily activities to maintain our hygiene. Even though we do not pressure wash our houses daily, we clean them using a mop or broomstick. A clean house makes the space more breathable, helps the family members stay away from diseases, and looks pretty great.
But cleaning the house with a broomstick and mop isn’t just enough. With these cleaning techniques, some stubborn dirt, stains, and algae growth are hard to get rid of.
In that case, you need to use a pressure washer. But one thing that most homeowners are not sure about is how often they should be pressure washing their homes.
Well, I am here to help you with that! Today’s blog will give you a detailed guide on when and how often to pressure wash your home.
Are you excited to know? Keep reading!
How Many Times Should You Pressure Wash in a Year?
Well, there is no such fixed number of times that you need to pressure wash your home. Even though most homeowners prefer pressure washing at least twice a year, it is not a compulsion. I would recommend you to have a good look at all corners of your house first. Is it dirty enough to get a thorough cleaning? Are there stains, algae or mildew growth on the walls? These are the questions you need to ask yourself. The answer to them will help you determine whether or not your house needs a power washing.
Preferably, you should pressure wash your house at least twice a year, but you can do it even once if your house is not that dirty yet.
Occasion When You Should Pressure Wash Your House
Of course, you will power wash your home when it gets dirty, but besides that, there are some other occasions as well when you might have to think of it. I have mentioned a few such instances below. Have a look!
If You are Selling the House
When you sell your house to someone, you cannot sell it dirty. Most likely, the customer will reject the proposal if they find your house dirty because it comes with the responsibility of cleaning the age-old mess that no one likes. Hence, cleaning the home with a pressure washer is a good idea then. Also, a cleaned house will have a better market value for selling. Not just for selling, even if you are giving your house on rent, keeping it clean is a must.
After the Storm has Hit the House
Storms can bring a huge pile of dust and debris to the exterior walls of the house (interiors, too, if you forgot to shut down the windows). Hence, after a stormy night, a quick pressure cleaning of the house is much needed. It will remove all the dust from the corners of the house and give it a cleaner look within just a few minutes.
When You are Planning to Paint the House
Painting the walls when dirty is not a good idea because it can result in chipping or peeling of paint. Hence, consider power washing the walls whenever you prepare the house for a new paint session. Painting cleaner walls is smoother and ensures that the paint sticks to the wall effectively. The paint’s shine is also enhanced when the walls are cleaned properly.
If you hire professional wall painters, they will also suggest you pressure wash the walls first. Some cleaners take the job into their hands and clean the walls without bothering the homeowners. You do not need to worry in that case because they know the cleaning job better, and your house will be entirely safe with them; they take necessary precautions before pressure washing the walls so that no damage is caused.
As a part of the Regular Cleaning Ritual
You need to keep your home clean even without any special occasion. A clean home ensures a hygienic environment for all the members, especially kids. Thus, I would recommend you clean your house at least once every six months. If not possible, then try to clean at least once a year.
However, even if that seems too much for you because you stay busy throughout the year, you can easily hire a professional cleaner who will do it for you. But please get it done because there is no way you can compromise on the cleanliness of your house!
Final Words
Follow my tips and see whether or not your house requires a pressure cleaning. If yes, do it or get it done immediately because there should be no delay to cleanliness.
And if you think there’s still time, you can read more blogs on how to pressure wash effectively to clean like a pro later. Till then, do not forget to share your thoughts with me about how often you prefer pressure washing your house!
