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[upman]

This is a really cool site.
I am new to this,if i bought a power wash macine from lowes 3400psi@3.2gpm and one of those x-jets along with a tarp to cover up plants would this work to start up with?
Would be looking at doing 1 to 3 one story ranch style homes a week.I would do the best job I could and wouldn't leave till the customer was happy.I plan on buying commercial grade cleaners.

 

[Dan Flynn]

Welcome,

That will work. You will need other things as well. Brushes, buckets, poles, ladders and so on.

 

[upman]

Thanks Dan,I should have said I looked at the other things already.How do I know when it's time to jump up to the commercial washers?Would it be time if I was doing 1 house a day?

 

[Dan Flynn]

Depends on what your making. If you feel your starting to make good money go for it.

The main thing with a better washer is, you pay more but if maintained right. It will last a long time.

 

[svp07]

Anyone think he should have spent the extra $500 or so and went to the commerical level washer? I just started up and did not want to buy equip. twice so I went with a belt drive CAT pump, 4gmp, 3500 psi, 13 hp honda delivered for $1500. I am very happy thus far.

 

[Dan Flynn]

Good Move

 

[Aplus]

I agree that it's better to spend a little more money upfront to buy better quality equipment.

A honda engine, quality pump, pneumatic tires, and a well designed frame are all important features that add to the longevity of your machine.

The biggest differences I see between homeowner grade and commercial grade machines are.....
A quality engine....'read Honda'
A quality triplex pump...not an axial pump.
Pneumatic tires that absorb vibration, vs plastic wheels that transmit vibration to every component, eventually causing the machine to fall apart, and come unbolted.
A heavy duty frame with solid construction and good welds. A powder coated frame is also superior.
A gas tank large enough to provide extended run times.
A machine with at least 4gpm, the psi is less important.

Skimp in these areas, and you WILL be buying your equipment over again sooner than you'd expect.

 

[superlate]

Thanks alot guys,I will spend the extra 500-700 for a commercial grade unit.
This is why I asked before buying.
Would you buy from a local dealer or from a online store like delco?

 

[superlate]

Guess should explain why it say superlate instead of upman,I am typing this for him(upman)his puter is down.

 

[Mark]

Give me a call for special prices on our belt driven pressure washers.