Keeping a home and vehicle clean and dirt free is typically an ongoing job and there are a variety of labor saving tools that are designed to make cleaning tasks easier. Electric power washers are an example of this and these can typically be used for a wide range of outdoor cleaning jobs.
Electric power washers are also commonly knows as electric pressure washers. There is a wide variety of this type of equipment on the market and while they differ in looks and performance, many will have similar features. As they are powered by electricity, most will have a reasonable length of power cord, which enables the device to be easily used in a variety of locations around the home. The electric motor will typically vary in strength from machine to machine and the water pressure that can be produced will depend on this. Most come with a length of hose and a trigger controlled spray gun for ease of use.
While the majority of electric power washers will need water pumped into them using a hose, there are some that are designed to independently pump water from a source such as a barrel or a pond. The devices can typically be used to undertake a host of jobs around a home and this can include cleaning areas such as decking, paved areas, driveways and garage floors. They can also be used for window cleaning, although typically a lower pressure will be used for this to ensure the windows are not damaged. They are also useful for cleaning vehicles and are effective at removing dried on dirt and mud.
The obvious advantage of using an electric power washer is that it will speed up a cleaning job. As water is sprayed in a high pressure jet, it will more quickly remove dirt and grime. This can significantly cut down the time required for a cleaning job in comparison to using a simple low pressure hose or brush. While most devices will typically use cold water, there are some electric pressure washers that can spray hot water and this can be useful where oily or greasy surfaces are being cleaned. In many cases cleaning chemicals or detergent can be added to the water to provide enhanced cleaning.
There are a number of manufacturers that produce electric power washers. Some of the names competing in the market include John Deere, Campbell Hausfeld, GBG International and Cam Spray. A device that gets good reviews is the PW18100V Electric Pressure Washer from Campbell Hausfeld. This is a medium powered washer that is considered to be powerful enough to effectively undertake most household jobs. The motor is quiet and durable, can produce a pressurized jet at 1800psi and has a turbo boost to increase the pressure to 2050psi if required. This electric power washer can be found on the market for around $200.
The price of an electric pressure washer can typically vary depending on the power and features included. More affordable models can be found for between $100 and $200, although at the expensive end of the market electric power washers can cost in excess of $1,000.
Electric power washers can be useful devices for those that have larger paved or decked areas around their property or a larger garage. It can also be a good tool to have available for washing cars and trucks. It can make cleaning jobs quicker and easier and help to produce a better finished job.