DIY Power Washing vs. a Power Washing Company
It would be a dream come true if property exteriors stayed clean on their own. Unfortunately, this dream isn’t reflected by reality. It doesn’t matter whether you have a home, business, or rental property—its exterior surfaces will accumulate debris, and eventually, they will need to be cleaned. At this point, you will have a decision to make. Will you do your own power washing? Or will you reach out to a Columbia, SC power washing company such as Soda City Pressure Washing for the professional assistance you need?
In this blog, we’ll review the basics of power washing and weigh the advantages/disadvantages of your options. That way, you’ll have an easier time deciding whether you want to do the work on your own or not. Let’s get started!
Why Power Wash Surfaces?
“Why should I bother power washing my property at all?” you might ask. It’s a valid concern, especially since some property owners choose to forgo power washing altogether. However, don’t be fooled—this isn’t exactly a bright idea. The longer your property goes without power washing, the dirtier its exterior surfaces will become. This results in a less attractive property! For homeowners, this will result in some degree of discomfort and frustration. For business owners, it can even cause would-be customers to drive by and go to a competitor! This means less revenue, less profits, and more financial troubles.
Another great reason for power washing your property’s exterior is to prevent surface deterioration. Over time, debris will grind against your surfaces, slowly eroding them. The longer this erosion is allowed to happen, the more obvious the damage will become. Additionally, organic debris such as moss, mold, and algae stores water and causes moisture damage to surfaces. As if you needed any more convincing that power washing is the way to go!
DIY Power Washing: Pros and Cons
So, if your property’s exterior needs to be power washed, how will you address the problem? One possible way of handling this is by doing the work on your own. One huge benefit of handling your power washing needs on your own is that you won’t need to pay anyone to do the work for you. Leave the power washing company out of the equation, and you’ll keep a sizable chunk of change in your wallet! DIY power washing is also an appealing option if you don’t like inviting strangers onto your property. If you do the work on your own, you won’t have to play host—which might be a compelling advantage for our resident introverts.
While doing your own power washing has its benefits, it has its downsides, too. Some of these downsides are particularly glaring ones at that. You’ll want to consider the ramifications of doing all the work on your own before you leap into a DIY project. Are you ready to purchase all the necessary equipment for the job? Do you have enough free time to dedicate to the work? Finally, are you well-rested and energized enough for power washing? If so, good, because you might not be by the time you’re finished.
Professional Power Washing: Pros and Cons
Now that we’ve discussed DIY power washing, let’s talk about the full-service alternative. By scheduling professional power washing, you’ll enjoy a particularly big benefit: not having to do any of the work. You can simply sit back and relax while a team of experts completes the project for you. How will you spend your time during your appointment? Will you read a book, watch a movie, or handle household chores? It’s up to you—either way, you can expect stunning results, and you won’t have to even lift a finger to make them happen.
Professional power washing’s biggest disadvantage is that you’ll have to pay for it. Unfortunately, there just isn’t a company out there that will do the work for free. For example, at Soda City Pressure Washing, we have expenses such as labor, insurance, and fuel to cover. If you are able to foot the bill for professional power washing, you’ll avoid a lot of physical labor. If you can’t afford it, DIY power washing may be the only real option for you.
Our Prices at Soda City Pressure Washing
While we can’t comment on our competitors’ prices, we can tell you about ours! At Soda City Pressure Washing, we determine how much our clients pay by considering the total surface area of their projects. This means that smaller surfaces cost less to power wash; on the other hand, larger surfaces cost more. We always provide upfront quotes at the beginning of every appointment so our clients understand what they are paying before they agree to our services.
You are also invited to contact us online if you would like a free cost estimate. Just provide us information about the surfaces you would like us to power wash. We will get back to you at our earliest convenience. It is also worth pointing out that there are never hidden fees at Soda City Pressure Washing.
In Conclusion
Power washing is an important part of maintaining your property. The best way of going about this maintenance, of course, depends on your preferences and priorities. If you want to save your money above all else—even if it means spending your time and energy instead—you’ll definitely want to do your own work. However, if you aren’t ready for the challenges that power washing poses, and you don’t have an opening in your schedule to do this work, you’re better off scheduling an appointment with a professional power washing company instead.
Whichever option you choose, you’ll be able to enjoy a new and improved home or business. You’ll love the refreshed visual appearance of your property! Just remember it will be due for power washing again in another year. At that point, you’ll get to decide if you want to do the work on your own or not all over again!