The pressure of cleaning your driveway is one of the most satisfying home maintenance tasks. When you stand back after using a pressure cleaner to restore the condition of your driveway, it's hard not to be impressed by the results. And take a sneak peek over the shoulder to see if any neighbors are jealous. Here are 4 tips that will revolutionize the way you pressure clean, so you can driveway pressure cleaning faster, easier, and more effectively.

Use a Bio-Degradable Mould Killer

Many hobbyist pressure washers will use high-powered bleach and copious amounts of chlorine to prepare the concrete before beginning cleaning. Not only is this approach not going to produce successful results, but it will also harm the environment, especially the grass and gardens that line your driveway. Instead, use a bio-degradable mold killer that will not only prepare the surface by softening contaminants but also prevent the growth of mold, mildew and lichens on your driveway.

Use The Right Tools

Professional pressure cleaning companies use innovative rotary machines that provide a thorough and even clean. You will need concentration and attention to detail to produce good results. Make sure you use a wide fan nozzle for even application of pressurized water. Make sure your strokes overlap to provide even cleanliness. If there is a stubborn stain, change the nozzle to a narrow pin nozzle and use a hard sweep to lift the stain.

Plan Your Job

Don't skip this step! It may sound like a simple suggestion, but planning your job can save you a lot of time and hassle. If you have doors or garages that are adjacent to the driveway, make sure you cover the entrance with a tarp and some painters tape. There's no point in vigorously cleaning your driveway if you're just blasting debris under your front door. Analyze the layout of your driveway and establish a plan of attack. Ask yourself: where is the highest point of the driveway? Which way will the water flow? Where is the easiest place to access electricity? Do I have all the equipment I will need?

Use A High-Quality Sealer

Sealing your driveway will protect the concrete on your driveway, saving you time, money, and prolonging the life and appearance of your driveway. Of course, dirt, oil and grease will still settle on your driveway, but it will be much easier to clean. Choose a high quality sealant that is low gloss, non-slippery and has low emissions. Poor quality sealants are more economical, and therefore may look more attractive, but it is worth researching how long they are effective. Many professional driveway pressure cleaning companies use more expensive sealants because the cheaper versions only last a year or two. While re-application is not required, a quality product will last up to five years.

Awash Pressure Cleaning is a team of driveway pressure cleaning experts who provide first class commercial and residential driveway pressure cleaning Melbourne.