Pressure Washers

Pressure Washers: The Ultimate Buyer's Guide for Home & Professional Use

Why Choosing the Right Pressure Washer Matters for Your Cleaning Needs

From home exterior maintenance to industrial cleaning, pressure washers provide powerful, efficient cleaning that saves time and labor. Whether you're a homeowner, contractor, or facility manager, selecting the proper pressure washer ensures optimal performance without surface damage.

This comprehensive guide covers:

Types of pressure washers (electric, gas, hot water)
Key specifications (PSI, GPM, engine types)
Top brands (Kärcher, Simpson, Generac, NorthStar)
Application guides for different cleaning tasks
Maintenance tips to extend equipment life

Types of Pressure Washers

1. Electric Pressure Washers

✔ Best for: Light-duty residential use
✔ PSI Range: 1,300-2,000

✔ Pros:

Quiet operation
Low maintenance
Easy startup

✔ Cons:

Limited power
Corded operation

2. Gas Pressure Washers

✔ Best for: Medium/heavy-duty tasks
✔ PSI Range: 2,500-4,300
✔ Pros:

More power
Portable
✔ Cons:
Louder
Requires more maintenance

3. Hot Water Pressure Washers

✔ Best for: Grease/oil removal
✔ Temperature Range: 140-210°F
✔ Top Models:

NorthStar 3,200 PSI Hot Water
Mi-T-M 3,000 PSI

Key Specifications Explained

Term	What It Means	Why It Matters
PSI	Pounds per Square Inch	Cleaning power
GPM	Gallons per Minute	Cleaning speed
CU	Cleaning Units (PSI×GPM)	Overall effectiveness

Pro Tip: For most homes, 2,000-3,000 PSI is sufficient. Professionals need 3,000+ PSI.

Pressure Washer Applications

1. Home Exterior Cleaning

Recommended PSI: 1,500-2,500
Best Nozzle: 25° (white)
Safety Tip: Keep 12" from surfaces

2. Deck & Patio Cleaning

PSI: 1,300-2,000
Use: Wide fan pattern
Pro Tip: Pre-treat with cleaner

3. Industrial Cleaning

PSI: 3,000+
Hot Water: For grease/oil
Accessories: Surface cleaners

Maintenance Schedule

After Each Use:

Flush system with clean water
Run pump dry (gas models)

Monthly:

Check oil levels
Inspect hoses

Annually:

Replace pump oil
Professional tune-up

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Let customers speak for us

from 125 reviews

Highly Satisfied

I am very satisfied with the pressure washer. It was delivered very quickly and with absolutely no issues. The Simpson washer worked flawlessly on my driveway. The Honda engine and CAT pump on the aluminum frame was definitely a plus.
I can also highly recommend Equipment Outfitters. The price was great and the helpful advice they gave me was so appreciative. The communications were also super, keeping me informed from purchase to delivery.

Gbro

09/29/2025

Simpson 4200 PSI 4.0 GPM Gas Cold Water Pressure Washer with HONDA GX390 Engine ALH4240

plenty of juice

fired right up and runs my splitter like a champ. honda motor hums along nice,heavy, but solid.

Marty A.

09/01/2025

Brave Hydraulic Power Pack Hydra Buddy 1500 PSI 7 GPM with Honda GX270 Engine HBHXL16GX New

Beast of a pressure washer!

So far I’ve only used it a handful of times but this thing is a beast! The Honda gx390 starts easy on the first pull every time. Can’t go wrong with the high quality Cat pump I’ve used it with the supplied wand, MTM Hydro magnum28 foam cannon and the MTM Hydro industrial sand blast kit and the BE Power washer handles it all fantastically. With the stainless frame, Honda engine and Cat pump I’m convinced this will be the last pressure washer I’ll ever have to buy.

S.W.

08/29/2025

BE Power 4,200 PSI 4.2 GPM Cold Water Gas Pressure Washer - B4213HSJ

We upgraded to a more advanced balancer

We upgraded to a more advanced balancer. Our old one was 40 years old. This has been a great addition and has sped up our tire repair time by a lot. Great product easy to use.

Dyoung

08/06/2025

Katool Wheel Balancer B700

Tough and dependable

No frills, just strength. We run heavy vehicles all day on it. Hasn’t budged.

ken simmmons

07/22/2025

Katool Two Post Clear-floor Vehicle Lift 12,000lbs M120

Katool Mid Rise Scissor Lift X85-ELECTRIC

Worked Perfect right out of the box - Whole process/experience went smooth. Was up and and running an hour after unpacking. Very pleased

Mike C

07/15/2025

Katool Mid Rise Scissor Lift X85-ELECTRIC

"NICE"

I bought a Karol 4H110 and I'm happy with this lift so far it worth every penny I spent. This lift is good for everything you need to do in a shop.

Bobby B

06/27/2025

Katool Four Post Vehicle Lift 11,000lbs KT-4H110

Tough and dependable

Bought this to replace an old unit. Runs smooth and powerful

Christian Thames

06/25/2025

Simpson 3400 PSI 2.5 GPM Cold Water Gas Pressure Washer with HONDA GX200 Engine ALH3228-S

Excellent service.

I bought two lift for my garage and the service and product were very good I recommend 100%.

Hector Gonzalez

06/15/2025

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Excellent service and very good product!

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05/15/2025

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