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Pressure washing is the perfect way to get hard surfaces really clean. A combination of the right water pressure, good technique, and an effective cleaning solution will remove even the worst and deepest set stains from the wooden boards of your deck, dock, boardwalk, and siding. Too much power or the wrong technique, however, can severely damage or even ruin the wood surfaces around your home. In some cases, damage can be fixed by sanding the boards, but in other cases, boards or planks may need to be replaced or even rebuilt. Avoid these horror stories by learning how to pressure wash your wood surfaces the right way!

Step 1: Select the right pressure.

Pressure is measured in psi (pounds per square inch), and typical pressure levels for power washing range from a few hundred psi all the way up to a few thousand. It’s tempting to just opt for the highest level of pressure available, but high pressure can etch into brick and cement surfaces, and will totally destroy softer wood surfaces.

There are many pressure washing companies in Jacksonville, and when the time comes to have your house and driveway cleaned, you have a choice to make. Some pressure washing services are downright bad; they overcharge, and underdeliver. Other companies are mediocre and will show up and clean your house, but will leave you disappointed. At First Coast Home Pros, we do things a little differently. We have a dual focus on both the customer and the project, and go above and beyond to make sure that we leave you thrilled and your house sparkling. In short, we aim to please!

First Coast Home Pros is revered throughout Jacksonville for being the professional pressure washing company committed to quality and customer service alike. Here are some of the specific features that make us the best in the business:

When the temperature drops below freezing, pressure washing companies in many areas of the country have to pack up their tools and wait for warmer weather to return. Here in Jacksonville, Florida, however, it’s rarely below freezing, so if you are wondering whether we work when it’s cold, the answer is yes!

Pressure washing is the best way to get exterior surfaces thoroughly cleaned. Patios and decks, sidewalks and driveways, and exterior sidings of all kind each attract mold, mildew, bacteria, and general dirt and grime. Luckily, each of these can be quickly and effectively washed away with pressure washing. Beyond cleaning a surface, pressure washing can also do wonders in revitalizing its appearance! However, the equipment and materials required, along with the skills and knowledge needed make pressure washing one of the home improvement projects best left to the professionals.  

Let's face it -- over time, every homeowner will see dirt, grime, mildew and other unsightly stains accumulate somewhere on their property. From the house exterior, driveway, walkway, fence, deck, or patio -- it's bound to happen.  You can even rent them by the hour. But that doesn't necessarily mean that you should take the job of pressure washing your house yourself. Some things are better left to highly trained professionals like those at First Coast Home Pros.

Contrary to what many big box stores will have you believe, unskilled pressure washing service can actually be dangerous, and can even cause more damage to your house than it would cost you to hire a professional. You are working with a machine capable out outputting up to 4,000 pounds per square inch of water. That's a lot of power! 

There are few better ways to remove accumulated dirt and grime from the outside of your home than with pressure washing.  Unfortunately, not all pressure washing companies offer quality services. Some use outdated equipment that no longer offers a thorough cleaning, while others may not properly vary the pressure as they clean different parts of your home. At First Coast Home Pros, we take pride in offering our customers the highest quality, most effective pressure washing services in the area. However, we don't want you to just take our word for it. Take the time to interview other pressure washing services before hiring them to pressure wash your home. Make sure that you ask these five questions to ensure that you get a thorough, safe and effective cleaning for your money.

When your house is ship shape and looking its best, you enjoy arriving home. You just can’t help it! You catch yourself smiling every time you see your beautiful home and find yourself looking forward to your next return. Pressure washing the outside of your house is a great way to keep your home looking new and attractive.

If you choose to perform the laborious chore yourself, please take care, as you can potentially injure yourself and damage your property. The name itself, "pressure washer," is a clear indication that a lot of pressure is used. Should you spray your bare feet, you can seriously hurt yourself. And, if you have the setting too high, you can dig holes into your siding, deck, roof and even your driveway and sidewalks.

There are a few safety tips that you really should know prior to buying or renting a pressure washer.

Every homeowner knows that no matter how much you clean the outside of your home, over time, dirt will accumulate that you just can't remove on your own. Oil from vehicles and rust from machines or downspouts can stain your driveway. Dirt, mold and mildew can darken your siding and your roof. Decks can age from damage from the sun and rain. These things can make your home look old, tired and undermine your curb appeal. Now there's no doubt that you will have to deal with this, but many homeowners face the question of how?

A pressure washer is one of the best tools for jobs like this. If you've gone to one of those car washes where you hold the hose to rinse off your car, you've used a pressure washer before. Pressure washers used at home are usually gas-powered devices that pressurize water and send it through a hose to a wand with a trigger where the user can direct the spray. Sometimes the pressure washer has attachments that are used for adding detergents and many times there are a variety of nozzle tips and attachments to use on the end of the wand. The nozzle tips restrict the water flow making the pressurized water more or less powerful. Some end attachments can be used to pressure wash your driveway in Jacksonville. Used properly, they can clean driveways, siding and decks.

While winter in Jacksonville isn't harsh, fall should remind you that holidays are on their way and it's time to get some cleaning done, before things begin to get cold.

Fall is a great time for cleaning. Because it's much cooler, you won't find yourself exhausted in the heat. Outdoor chores such as raking leaves can be a fun experience for the whole family. It's also a good time to do some yearly indoor tasks such as pulling out seasonal clothes or purging papers.

Even though some fall cleaning should always be done by you, it doesn't mean that you have to do everything on your own. If you have cleaning chores on your list that you hate to do, have mobility issues or just plain don't have the time, a reputable cleaning service can help.

Whether you're looking to increase your home's resale value or just want a more inviting place to come back to after a long day at work, increasing your curb appeal is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to do it. With just a little professional cleaning and touching up around its exterior, your home will look newer and fresher. Our specialties include low pressure roof cleaning, gutter cleaning, pressure washing, and window cleaning in Jacksonville and surrounding areas.