A pressure washer is often a mechanical sprayer which can be used being a high volume, low pressure cleaner or perhaps a low volume, high pressure water device, depending on the size the nozzle. A pressure washer can remove loose paint, mud, dirt, mold, grime and mud from surfaces and items for instance a car, the brick on your own home or perhaps a concrete driveway. Some models generate domestic hot water, which is great for loosening and removing grease or oil.

A standard pressure washer will include either an electric motor or gasoline engine that directly stimulates the water pump, a high pressure water hose, and a trigger gun switch. Just as a garden hose is used to move the water through increased velocity, the motor behind the pressurized water produces powerful motion and velocity.

This is basically an overview of pressure washers, and details can get very intricate and complicated. Finding the right pressure washer for each job is very important for both efficiency and safety. This information is not enough to prepare you for deciding on a pressure washer and it is a good idea to speak with an industry expert about pressure washer types and applications before you make your purchase.