Power Washing - Pressure Washing - Soft Washing: What is the difference?
As you may be wondering, as many customers do, what is the difference between power washing, pressure washing, and soft washing?
What Is Pressure Washing and Power Washing?
In the industry, the term pressure washing and power washing are used interchangeably and are basically the same with one difference. Power washing uses heated or hot water to clean.
Both pressure washing and power washing use water with added pressure that makes the cleaning process more effective on different types of surfaces that can withstand and require pressure to clean. The water pressure reaches from 1,300 to 4,400 psi. On all MCS Pressure Washing's equipment we have the ability to regulate pressure and temperature to safely and effectively clean your property.
What is Soft Washing?
The main difference between pressure/power washing vs. soft washing is the amount of pressure. The soft washing technique cleanses or rinses with low pressure and biodegradable cleansers or soap.
Soft washing is possible by changing the nozzle to a wider tip and lowering the pressure on the pump regulator. When done by a professional the applied water pressure is 200 to 500 psi. Soft washing is ideal for rinsing surfaces like delicate wood, aluminum, and vinyl because it preserves protective coatings and prevents water damage.
When Should You Choose Pressure/Power Washing or Soft Washing?
Pressure/Power Washing: Choose this method to deep clean and sanitize driveways, stone walls, decks, concrete, hard surfaces, and heavy equipment.
Soft Washing: Choose this method to clean vinyl siding, roofs, wood panel siding, aluminum siding, stucco, and painted surfaces
Contact MCS Pressure Washing for the Best Techniques and Services
We know what it takes to clean your property, choose the most trusted professionals with over 10 years of experience to select the right cleaning process for you. Whether you need hot water pressure/power washing, cold water pressure washing, or soft washing we got you covered! See full list of services below:
Our Pressure Washing, Power Washing, Soft Washing, & Exterior Cleaning Services in Lawrence County PA, Butler County PA, Mercer County PA, Beaver County, PA and Surrounding Areas
We use low-pressure and environmentally friendly solutions to clean your home's siding, windows, gutters, and more. From asphalt, wood, stucco, brick, and stone exteriors - we can handle it all. Learn more...
Roof Cleaning - Roof Soft Washing
We use soft wash roof cleaning technique to keep your roof looking and performing at its best. Our low-pressure roof treatment restores the look of your roof and helps prevent damage by eliminating black streaks and neutralizing algae and moss. Learn more...
Concrete Wash & Seal - Paver Wash, Sand, & Seal
Over time, dirt, grime, and other debris can build up on concrete surfaces, pavers, or brick, making them look dull, grubby, and discolored. Our team has the knowledge and experience needed to safely and effectively clean all types of hard surfaces. The surface cleaning process uses safe pressure to remove dirt and grime to clean and brighten surface. Learn more...
We can clean any type of deck/fence, including wood, composite, vinyl and more. Your deck/fence will also be free of dirt, grime, and other build-ups. Learn more...
Gutters are easily exposed to dirt, leaves, tree branches and other debris. This debris prevents the flow of rainwater away from your home and can cause flooding, pooling, and damage your home. During on clean out process we flow test each gutter and downspout to make sure they are operating properly. We offer Semi-Annual and Annual gutter cleaning at a discounted price. Learn more...
Say goodbye to dirt and streaks! We brush wash, squeegee, and dry all windows and seals in microfiber towels for the prefect clean finish. We offer Monthly, Semi-Monthly, Quarterly, and one time Window Cleaning services. Learn more...
Your commercial building's exterior says a lot about your business. It is one of the first things potential customers see, and you want to ensure that it is clean and presentable. Over time, however, dirt, grime, stains, damage from rain and sun, and other substances can build up on your building's exterior, making it look dull and uninviting. This not only makes your building look bad, but it can also lead to premature deterioration and expensive repairs. That's where our professional commercial exterior cleaning services come in! Learn More...
Heavy Equipment Power Washing & Fleet Washing
Our hot water mobile power washing system is capable of cleaning any grease, dirt, and grime from your equipment. Regular cleaning can help improve equipment performance, longevity, reduce maintenance cost, avoid delays from breakdowns, and enhance safety for operators. Learn more...
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