Best pressure washer for cleaning driveway and house siding?

[Greenjade]

I did some research and it seems that the Ryobi electric pressure washer that sells for $280 at Home Depot might be a good choice but I’m looking for your feedback and recommendations.

I also looked at gas washers but are they too much trouble because of storing iwith fuel and its required maintenance?

I am a snowflake so the washer could be sitting for extended periods.

[vintageogauge]

For $100.00 you can have a designer stucco home and driveway done professionally once a year and they'll do a much better job then one of those electric models especially in removing black streaks from gutters, etc. Just my opinion, others will disagree. Precision pressure washing just cleaned ours last week and he did a great job. I used to use Egner's for both of our homes but their quality of work and attitude has gone down hill, precision does a much better job for less money.

[Homer49]

I did some research and it seems that the Ryobi electric pressure washer that sells for $280 at Home Depot might be a good choice but I’m looking for your feedback and recommendations.

I also looked at gas washers but are they too much trouble because of storing iwith fuel and its required maintenance?

I am a snowflake so the washer could be sitting for extended periods.

Can't offer much help on the washers themselves, but for driveway work I would buy one of the "surface cleaner" attachments and get a washer with enough power to operate it. A friend who does that work part time found that such an attachment cut his driveway time tremendously and did a much more uniform job of cleaning.

[ctmurray]

We use Roberts Home Services for our pressure washing. I agree with the other poster, it is one of those tasks that are easily outsourced and someone else does the hard work. 352-272-3394

[Tmarkwald]

I got this one - they're all made in China anyway.. 3600PSI, 2.6gpm, does the job for $150

Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08T9JX9TN?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details)

[Stephen13]

It's not only the psi that's important with a powerwasher, but also the gpm (gallons per minute). It's similar to Ohm's Law, if you have high psi, but low gpm, you'll have low power. I personally would not purchase electric, I'd invest in a gasoline washer. with a Honda engine. I have an 11 hp Honda engine running a Generator Pump 3000psi/4.0 gpm...plenty of power! The Honda engine is 25 years old because I perform the maintenance.
2000 - 2500 psi @ 2.0 gpm, at a minimum, should work for your job.
Another idea is for you and a couple of neighbors rent a powerwasher for the weekend. Maybe rent it on a Saturday morning and return it Monday morning.

[villagetinker]

I have had a Ryobi electric pressure washer for over 5 years, works great, this one is 1700 or 2100 psi (depends on tip) and does everything I want. Be careful about higher pressure washers if you are going to do anything except the drive way, it is possible to do damage to siding, windows, and electronics with the high pressure washers.

[tophcfa]

Get a gas one and never put fuel containing ethanol in it and you won’t have any storage issues. I second the recommendation of one with a Honda engine.

[DAVES]

I did some research and it seems that the Ryobi electric pressure washer that sells for $280 at Home Depot might be a good choice but I’m looking for your feedback and recommendations.

I also looked at gas washers but are they too much trouble because of storing iwith fuel and its required maintenance?

I am a snowflake so the washer could be sitting for extended periods.

We have surprisingly high water pressure at least compared to what we used to have before we moved to Florida. There is a device that fits on a garden hose. Essentially an aluminum tube with brass tips that thread on and a valve that shuts it off. Ace has them. I've seen them elsewhere Rural King? Sparrs? Ollies? they are around $20.
I'm sure a pressure washer is better faster etc. However, it is powerful enough to remove paint from plastic shelving. Minus it does not dispense soap. Solution a spray bottle of soap.

[karostay]

For $100.00 you can have a designer stucco home and driveway done professionally once a year and they'll do a much better job then one of those electric models especially in removing black streaks from gutters, etc. Just my opinion, others will disagree. Precision pressure washing just cleaned ours last week and he did a great job. I used to use Egnar's for both of our homes but their quality of work and attitude has gone down hill, precision does a much better job for less money.

Who's that ?

[dtennent]

I have used an electric power washer for 4 years to clean my driveway and house exterior. The link to the model is listed below

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Greenworks-2000-PSI-1-2-GPM-Cold-Water-Electric-Pressure-Washer/1000731276

Just make sure that the water has totally flushed the air out of the machine before turning it on. After that , it works like a charm.

[stadry]

i have 5 - all 11hp honda engines'cept for 1 14hp unit (4000psi & 4gpm;s)3600psi nozzle's also important we use appropriateltly sized turbo nozzlesfor best results may buy elec to clean screens in lanaiotherwise elec's uselessimpo

[Blueblaze]

I'm from Houston, so I've worn out a couple of pressure washers keeping up with the mold that grows on everything there. The best pressure washer I've ever owned is my current Sunjoe. I got mine mail order based on reviews, but I noticed that Home Depot is carrying them now.

I'm a firm believer in electric. Gas is more powerful, but in my experience that just means it takes the paint off along with the mold. 2000 psi is plenty to clean mold off your driveway or house. For the price of paying some guy to do it once, you can have the tool and do it yourself whenever you want.

[davephan]

Before buying a pressure washer, you should watch some YouTube videos about pressure washers, and learn about pressure washers. I bought the smaller pressure washer that was reviewed in the YouTube video by “Doc”, and it is a good pressure washer.

Start with this YouTube video:

Best Pressure Washer and Review - YouTube (https://youtu.be/IJuNBlwznug)

[BillY41]

Snowflake lol I think you mean snowbird?

[Minoletti]

I bought the ryobi electric, 2000 psi, similar price.
the wand trigger developed a major leak after 4-5 uses,
the company is so aware of it, that they sent me a replacement no charge, forums talk about that issue as well.

2000 psi using an electric pressure washer is just OK,

you need higher push and good water flow.
There is an earlier suggestion to rent a gas one periodically, I like that idea much more and if didnt own one, would do so.

I dont recommend the ryobi electric if you have hard to clean areas that need major psi

[Two Bills]

Don't know if they sell in USA but I have had a Karcher PW for years, and they are very good.

[merrymini]

My pressure washing days are over. Paying someone else to get wet these days. I have too much in the garage as it is.

[Tmarkwald]

Snowflake lol I think you mean snowbird?

HA HA HA HA HA- great catch!

[Shapdaddy]

Do you have their number? Their are several listed with similar names on the net

[DIver0258]

I did some research and it seems that the Ryobi electric pressure washer that sells for $280 at Home Depot might be a good choice but I’m looking for your feedback and recommendations.

I also looked at gas washers but are they too much trouble because of storing iwith fuel and its required maintenance?

I am a snowflake so the washer could be sitting for extended periods.

We got rid of our gas pressure washer when moving here and brought the electric one I use for cleaning our vehicles and boat. The electric has enough power to do the basic maintenance cleaning we do as issues appear. As others have stated professionals can do the job at a reasonable cost. I have found pretreating the area with the proper cleaner makes the job easier and much more effective. We have a Greenworks 2700 PSI electric that handles our needs.

[nick demis]

If you are looking for electric, check out Paxcess.

[R.U.N.V.S.]

Hi friends. I’ve been in the industrial cleaning industry since 1994. I would not recommend purchasing. Seals dry out, tripped fuses, and fuel odours in garage. When it breaks you may as well throw it away because the repair is worth more than the machine ( retail machines).

I use an Amazing young man with great business. Did his own website for The Villages. But this forum won’t allow me to post website.

[stadry]

Don't know if they sell in USA but I have had a Karcher PW for years, and they are very good.they are thru auth dealers- agree good units

[stadry]

think longest any of ours sit idle's 4 weeks
no trouble w/pump seals ever no trouble w/eals or pumps.

I use an Amazing young man with great business. Did his own website for The Villages. But this forum won’t allow me to post website.[/QUOTE]

[Hiltongrizz11]

We use Roberts Home Services for our pressure washing. I agree with the other poster, it is one of those tasks that are easily outsourced and someone else does the hard work. 352-272-3394

He isn't asking for references. He's asking about a power washer

[La lamy]

Snowflake lol I think you mean snowbird?

From my understanding snowbirds are people who stay in TV all winter for months at a time and snowflakes go back and forth more frequently.

[jimkerr]

I’ve had a gas and currently have a cheap 99.00 Ryobi electric power washer from Lowe’s and it works great. I’ve used it on gutters, cars, driveway and sidewalk. It worked great and had paid for itself many times over. If it breaks no big deal. It’s cheap enough where I’ll just buy a new one.

I’ve also had a Greenworks which performed well too.

If you want the best pressure washer you can buy, check out obsessed garage. They are right here in lady lake.

[SacDQ]

Honda engine is a must for a gas power washer. The engine will outlast the pump at least 3 to 1 times.

[Villagesgal]

Used to do it myself, now have Richard King at 352-408-2094 do it once a year. He does a great job for a great price. I rinse the house down every 3 to 4 months with the garden hose and it looks great for a year or more. Save the money and your back moving it around.

[Bill14564]

He isn't asking for references. He's asking about a power washer

The way I see it, the reference was a valid response. Perhaps the best pressure washer for cleaning the driveway and the house siding is the one owned by a company who has experience doing the job, already has the equipment, charges far less than purchasing one for yourself, and doesn't require space in the garage.

[Dennys37Packard]

Unless you enjoy doing that sort of thing, I sold mine when I moved here. Plenty of people here that do a great job for 50 to 100 bucks. Don’t have to store it, drag hoses around, or maintain the seals every few years. I love making the phone call, then going golfing or drone flying or just taking a nap, and presto.... all is clean....

[brick010207]

Electric works fine but you can do a lot better than $280. Brand not really important. Look at refurbished on line (eBay Amazon etc). I’ve used for years and they work well, easy to store and operate, and last. Just sayin!

[GPGuar]

I have had a Ryobi electric pressure washer for over 5 years, works great, this one is 1700 or 2100 psi (depends on tip) and does everything I want. Be careful about higher pressure washers if you are going to do anything except the drive way, it is possible to do damage to siding, windows, and electronics with the high pressure washers.
I agree with Tinker, you don’t need a high pressure washer to do the average cleaning around the outside of your house. Get a decent electric washer and you’ll be good to go. I’ve had both gas and electric and in my opinion maintaining a gas washer is more work than it’s worth. Gas washers tend to have more power than electric but you really don’t need one. I’ve been using my electric one for years and I’ve been very satisfied with the results.

[Greenjade]

Wow, my first post, such excellent feedback. Very very helpful. I’m leaning towards electric and I favor brushless technology because of good past experience with brushless power tools. I like tinkering and my River rock driveway looks in need of a good cleaning.

Thanks

[Parteeinga]

From my understanding snowbirds are people who stay in TV all winter for months at a time and snowflakes go back and forth more frequently.

I guess I am a snowflake. Oh well.

If you are not going to use it often, see if you have a neighbor that has one you can borrow. If I were down there now, I would let you use mine. I have the Ryobi electric power washer. My original one developed a leak 3 months shy of the warranty running out. They just sent me a brand new one for free.

I will be back in a few weeks if you can wait.

You can email me using my handle @yahoo.com

[Greenjade]

Wow! My first post and all the helpful responses. Thanks.

[august2959]

Found out that Snowbirds are renters who come to the Villages for the winter months. Snowflakes are owners who go back and forth.

[Topspinmo]

What even you get, gas or electric, don’t turn it in unless you have water flow through the pump. It don’t take long does the pump to overheat, this will eventually if not quickly burn the pump out. I alway hook the water hose up first turn water on, get all the air out, and flow through pump before I turn unit on.

[Ben Franklin]

I bought n electric Greenworks with 2000 PSI at Lowes several years ago. It works fine. It comes with several attachments including a soap nozzle.

This will probably be my last year using it, and I will outsource in the future. My mind likes the self-do work, but my body hates it anymore. I'll probably put it up for sale next spring.

[richl]

Too much pressure can cut into vinyl siding

[newgirl]

I bought a cleaner at Lowes that you attach to your hose, spray on the house and cement, leave on about 10 min and it is amazing! My house is cleaner using this then it was paying hundreds to get it clean. I am on disability and one side of my almond house was totally green, so it does work and you really don't have to.
It is called 30 second outdoor cleaner and is under $30 ( I bought small with sprayer and large refill. I did my house, one since of a neighbors and still have some left.)