Our team at Queen City SoftWash wants to help you take the best care of your home, business, or other property, and we offer a full range of exterior cleaning services to do so. We have the right experience to provide not only pressure washing but also soft washing and power washing services. Over the years, we have found that many people tend to view pressure and power washing as synonymous, but this is not the case. Keep reading to learn some key information about power washing and what makes it distinct from pressure washing.
- Agitation – Both pressure and power washing use high water pressure to agitate dirt particles and other contaminants present on the target surface, making them easier to remove. The pressurized jets of water knock the particles loose, making them lose adhesion to the surface.
- Rinse – In both pressure and power washing, the agitation phase is followed by a rinse. Our team will spray your target surface with water again to wash away any grime that has not already been removed.
- Water Temperature – The main difference between pressure and power washing is the temperature of the water. In pressure washing, cool or room-temperature water is used—essentially, this method relies on the water pressure alone to clean your surfaces. On the other hand, power washing uses hot water at about 160 °F. The heat of the water speeds up the cleaning process, weakening the bonds between stains and the surface faster, so they come away faster as well.