Need info on power washers?

Question

What is the best all round power washer for cleaning the patio, paths, cars etc?
What technical details should I look for?

Answer 1

If you are in UK then an electric model with a power of 150 bars and a selection of jets especially a fish-tail type would be a good all-rounder for most jobs that you have to do around the house. AS we are are on 240 volts in the UK and continent of Europe they are OK
If in USA you are on 110 volts so a gas driven type would probably be better Briggs & Stratten are unbelievably reliable.Should have a minimum pressure of 150 Bars (2250 psi)

Answer 2

Here's the deal.

Don't waste your money on anything with an electric motor, because it's just slightly better than a garden hose with a spray nozzle.

If you are only going to do chores around the house, and cleaning your driveway or garage, then you need a MINIMUM of 2700psi. Having said that, you need to remember the best pressure washers are made by MI-T-M. If you are the DIY cleaning everyday user, you don't need one that good. You can go with a Home Depot or Lowe's model. Make sure it has a Honda motor! If you are determined to have the best money can buy, then go to a good paint store, and check out MI-T-M. The difference in price is equal to the difference in quality. The home center one is going to cost between $600 & $800. The professional grade one from the paint store is going to cost $1100-$1800. The professional one is built better, has more features, and you will probably never ever have to replace it. Make your decision based on the work load. Good luck!

Answer 3

Look at the brand of the engine. If you get one that has a Honda motor, it's great. Most brand name pressure washers come with a Briggs & Straton. They are good also but I would stick with like a Sears, Home Depot , or Lowes model. For what you want to do with it I would recommend a 1800-2500 psi.

Answer 4

Power washers seem like they would be super easy to use, don't they. It's not particularly so, though. I would suggest that you get one that is actually OVERpowered for what you want it to do. It's slow, tedious work removing the surface of things, and more power speeds it up a lot.

I'd recommend one, for what you describe, with at least 2500 psi....more than that would not be out of the question. Don't even consider one of the electric ones. I use a 2650 psi one from Lowe's and it's adequet, but not excessive. Be careful not to spray your skin....it cuts easily!

Do read all the instructions and follow them....it's easy to burn the pump out if you don't.

Answer 5

get one with a Honda engine or a briggs and stratin engine avoid Tecumseh engines. get one that has a least 5 HP