Basic Pressure Washing tips for beginners

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    In this video, I cover the basics of pressure washing around the home using the CRAFTSMAN Gas pressure washer. The above link will take you to the Lowe's website. There are many other things you can clean with these, like cars and pool areas. You can get attachments specifically for those purposes. It's a very versatile tool!
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  • @borregof
    @borregof 4 ปีที่แล้ว +946

    A little advice from personal experience: If you are using your pressure washer near a swimming pool, be careful to not let the pressure washer vibrate itself into the pool.

    • @colear3
      @colear3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      omg XD lolol

    • @georgeforall
      @georgeforall 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Guilty!!!

    • @mattfoley4128
      @mattfoley4128 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Hahahaha....noted

    • @filmart430
      @filmart430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Pool : I have over 10k gallons of water. I’m not afraid of your puny 1.5 gpm rating.
      Pressure Washer : Ohh Yeah!!! Hold my wand. Proceeds to jump in and start kicking ass until it realizes the poor little pressure washer can’t swim. ☹️

    • @DeepThinker193
      @DeepThinker193 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lol

  • @whiteknightcat
    @whiteknightcat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    There are two things the video didn't mention.
    Over time the snap on connections will become difficult to use, especially when trying to disconnect them. It's a good idea to use a rubber safe lubricant, like silicone grease, to lightly lubricate the ball bearings in the connections. You also definitely want to lubricate the O-rings - the owners manual for my machine also mentions that.
    For cleaning concrete floors, driveways, or wood decks there is a specific attachment that can be purchased for that. It works wonders and makes the job a lot quicker and more efficient. There are YT videos demonstrating such an attachment.

    • @grind-hardtrashbaggang7083
      @grind-hardtrashbaggang7083 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He didn’t directly say it but a couple minutes in when he’s putting the attachments on it literally says “lightly grease threads and o-rings” in the bottom right lmao

    • @whiteknightcat
      @whiteknightcat ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@grind-hardtrashbaggang7083 Re-played the video. You are correct, I was mostly focusing on the activity and his words. Thank you for the correction.

    • @jameskesler6477
      @jameskesler6477 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I found that attachment didn’t do as good a job as using the wand.

  • @gbrim20
    @gbrim20 4 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Great video. Didn't try to oversell the washer's capabilities like a lot of videos and was clear and to the point. Very well done.

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      @christievaughan6907 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @onwardwiththeswans8558
    @onwardwiththeswans8558 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    My husband works out of town a lot and I need to power wash. I’ve watched so many videos to show me how and this is the best one yet. Thank you for this amazingly helpful video now I know what to do

  • @kenmasters916
    @kenmasters916 4 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    Pressure washed the house. Came to the realization i need to paint lol.

    • @AMAC121340
      @AMAC121340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It took me a moment to get this lmao!!

    • @davem1212
      @davem1212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Man I swear ... every time I check video about pressure washing I all always seem to come to your comment to have a laugh inside. I didn’t have to paint after pressure washing today but I was reminded not to try to clean my hands off when I have a 15 degree tip on. Lol

    • @drac2410
      @drac2410 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rip

    • @dariusgodwin9274
      @dariusgodwin9274 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣🤣🤣🤣💯

    • @GettinTheGame
      @GettinTheGame 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's the TIP of the day!!🤣🤣🤣

  • @timothymelvin3824
    @timothymelvin3824 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS VIDEO!!! You are precise. I understood everything and it didn't take 30 minutes for you to do it. You were clear and straight to the point. You have a fan in me! I'll be following for any other clips.

  • @joshuapyle6371
    @joshuapyle6371 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I learned about pressure washing recently and I’ve been really interested about investing in it. This video helped me a lot, so thank you 👍🏻

  • @DR0CK
    @DR0CK 4 ปีที่แล้ว +134

    Always point wand at ground at test spray after attaching tip. Sometimes they may not be attached properly and fly off hitting a car or a window *shifty eyes*

    • @fernandosepulveda7297
      @fernandosepulveda7297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good tip! That sounds like something my dumbass would do lmao

    • @ltpdogtrainingNJ
      @ltpdogtrainingNJ ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I needed to know that basic fact!

  • @amychiligiris6847
    @amychiligiris6847 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you so much for this. We bought our pressure washer 2 years ago and I was too scared to figure out how to use it. Thank you for the clear and informative instruction.

  • @DarthCrimsonDeath
    @DarthCrimsonDeath 5 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Wish I had these tips back when I was using a pressure washer for my work establishment back in the days.
    Great videos, very glad I found this channel!

  • @gotchurebeacons-gaming9023
    @gotchurebeacons-gaming9023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Great video, thanks! Here’s a tip I learned long ago and it really has helped me with all my gas powered toys that sit over the winter months...trimmers, chainsaws, blowers...even the 65 Mustang: Non-ethanol gas. Not all stations carry it but you can usually find a place or 2 in every town that does. It doesn’t seem to go bad like all the ethanol-mixed gas does.

  • @seymourtheghost3020
    @seymourtheghost3020 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is the best video on the topic I've seen yet. Thank you!

  • @WanderExploreAdventure
    @WanderExploreAdventure 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent video. Thanks for the refresher course. I bought a power washer last summer to clean the patio and now I need to work on the deck/house this year.

  • @joshualanderss4201
    @joshualanderss4201 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Excellent job on the video I really enjoyed it I’ve been pressure washing my entire life and you did an excellent job explaining it

  • @woody5563
    @woody5563 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I decided to expand my lawn care side job and start pressure washing as well. I bought a Delta 3600psi/3.5gpm pressure washer with a Honda GX340. It's tough to pull start but sure gets the job done!

  • @maegensands8273
    @maegensands8273 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love your kid in the window! Too cute

  • @schlabbadog
    @schlabbadog 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    thanks for posting. I was wondering how to use the soap application with my pressure washer and this explained what I needed to know.

  • @davidolguin4893
    @davidolguin4893 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I always thought I wanted, but I never knew I needed a pressure washer until I saw this video. Great video showing all the applications of the pressure washer.

    • @zoe9632
      @zoe9632 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol

  • @jennferwolfe9378
    @jennferwolfe9378 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this video. I have been having a hard time with just trying to figure out how to connect the thing with all the hoses and pieces and parts. This video really helped above a beyond what I needed. I will keep this video as future reference after I get the pressure washer connected.

  • @67Meems
    @67Meems 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much! I'm so glad i found you. I have a 3300 Honda model and wasn't sure how to use the clear hose or change out the nozzles. I was thankful you have very detailed, clear, fast instructions. New subscriber for sure!!

  • @jamesoleary9166
    @jamesoleary9166 5 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Thank you for making it look so easy and fun! I'm getting the itch to start mine up today. Thanks for the knowledge.

  • @andrew9027
    @andrew9027 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best comprehensive video I've found on the internet. Thanks!

  • @Yakie25
    @Yakie25 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a great video! Thanks for the info. About to set my first pressure washer up.

  • @axlent123
    @axlent123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just bought the same model... pressure washing the house prior to paining it. Looking forward to using it on my driveway and also prepping to epoxy my dirty, partially painted garage floor.
    Thanks for the great video! Good information!!

  • @martinwitherspoon7782
    @martinwitherspoon7782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    awesome machine I also bought one and I am in NEW ZEALAND shipped it over with some other stuff best washer I have ever owned love your video keep it up

  • @edwarddarbone
    @edwarddarbone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great Job Adam. I live in Baton Rouge, LA where the climate is mostly hot and humid. Big help my friend.

  • @murathp07
    @murathp07 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Adam, great information, I definitely like the section about different types of detergents.

  • @itsmovinfast
    @itsmovinfast 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best power washing video on TH-cam. Thank you

  • @ASTeer1699
    @ASTeer1699 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video, clear, precise and no elaborate claims or negativity. Thank you for sharing.

  • @Glitterati4
    @Glitterati4 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He gives very helpful instructions for using a pressure washer. Good video! Going to buy this machine soon.

  • @HiroakiMorikawa
    @HiroakiMorikawa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the tips on how to use this machine. I got it from friend and didn't know how to use it until today.

  • @youtuuba
    @youtuuba 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    One thing that seems to always go un-said in pressure washer user manuals and instruction videos is proper care of the hose. These are not soft rubber hoses like used with air compressors, rather they are fairly stiff, hard-walled PVC or similar material. They will kink easily, and are more likely to kink when bent if they also have a twist to them. For that reason, it is important to take care when unrolling them, and rolling them up for storage, to have them roll neatly in the orientation that the hose wants to be in. Personally, I use a hand cranked garden hose reel ,and reel up the hose while it is stretched out on the driveway, so it can untwist itself as it is drawn in towards the reel. I just store the hose on that reel, and un-reel it from there when needed.

    • @OnChikken
      @OnChikken ปีที่แล้ว

      I knew I didn't go wrong
      Just bought a garden hose reel from a yard sale had it priced at $50 , he gave it to me for $25 and the garden hose came with it❤❤❤
      I will succeed in my new business with all of u guys help
      Thank u YT

  • @danjohnchristie
    @danjohnchristie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent! Very informative and concise..

  • @blueskys8876
    @blueskys8876 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello I just purchased a 2800 pulsar and being a women first time using pressure washer, your video helped so much .I appreciate it new subscriber

  • @brandonmarks6295
    @brandonmarks6295 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man! Such an informative video! I haven't used one in probably a decade or more and looking into buying one. I don't think I could have asked for a better video to start with!

  • @jameshubbs6055
    @jameshubbs6055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks, really learned some things.

  • @vickieristau6934
    @vickieristau6934 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tysm for this video. I need to get my mobile home done this week and your video made me be less worried. ty

  • @michaeltatham4307
    @michaeltatham4307 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just bought the Craftsman 3400 psi washer and I knew right off not to do some of the things another video did, like not hook up the water first. Great video sir.

  • @thethinblueline2444
    @thethinblueline2444 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! Thank you for the info!

  • @marinjulio2353
    @marinjulio2353 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You did a great job! Happy Thanksgiving!

  • @clos116
    @clos116 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Thanks for all the tips

  • @MarioGarcia-xz3xy
    @MarioGarcia-xz3xy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for your tips

  • @wolffgirl44
    @wolffgirl44 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video for beginners! Thanks for posting!

  • @tonyaction5284
    @tonyaction5284 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Adam, I want to thank you for this “very informative” video.
    I bought this same one three years ago at Sears.
    I didn’t know all the features, pros and cons until watching your video.
    All the other videos I’ve seen are NOT as informative.
    Again, thank you sir!!!!🤙🏼💪🏼You are the man!!!!

  • @LRN2DIY
    @LRN2DIY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Adam! Just got my first pressure washer recently and am planning to wash my Mom's home tomorrow so this was timely and well done. Hope to see you again soon!

  • @Draculord666
    @Draculord666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I came for a pressure washing tutorial, but now I'm just admiring your home and neighborhood lol.

  • @erichepperle5902
    @erichepperle5902 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best pressure washing tutorial ever

  • @johnsteed265
    @johnsteed265 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video! Lot's of truth about leaving a pressure washer in the garage over winter months and having the pump crack...happened to me. I gave you a thumbs up for a great video AND especially because you wore safety glasses! Thanks!

  • @ericgauthier8695
    @ericgauthier8695 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I bought the same one CASH ... knocked on some doors ... got some homes that wanted a washing .... after the weekend was over , I made my money back plus took the lady and myself out to dinner

    • @crimzyn4110
      @crimzyn4110 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How much do you charge for driveways?

    • @younghybrid4204
      @younghybrid4204 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What that guy said

    • @rylandlopez01
      @rylandlopez01 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@crimzyn4110 reply to me when you figure it out I’m wondering the same thing

    • @tim3172
      @tim3172 ปีที่แล้ว

      Big-brain move buying it CASH and not taking advantage of the numerous cash-back, warranty, extended return policies, and other protections afforded by credit cards.

  • @sa-yb9qn
    @sa-yb9qn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful, thanks for posting!

  • @ShelbyA2LA
    @ShelbyA2LA 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! I had a diff brand but this video helped me .

  • @geecheetone8550
    @geecheetone8550 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. I have the exact model.

  • @mikem825
    @mikem825 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much! Super helpful!

  • @carolynwalsh4136
    @carolynwalsh4136 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, very informative.

  • @alexhill2029
    @alexhill2029 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super informational, great teaching tool for beginners. loved the cameo at 6:31 . keep making great videos :-)

  • @davidharper4418
    @davidharper4418 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice presentation..thank you

  • @marciesugar
    @marciesugar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks buddy! Learned a lot watching this

  • @hollygolightly8048
    @hollygolightly8048 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the best commentaries on the use of a pressure washer. Thanks!

  • @travisstuart2060
    @travisstuart2060 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    excellent video Guy love it feel like I've been using a pressure washer for years after watching your video

  • @choffman9915
    @choffman9915 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the best video for this! thanks!

  • @nukedogger86
    @nukedogger86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I recently got a semi cheap electric washer, does what I need to do. The minute it was nice out, I was out looking for things to pressure wash. I enjoy it.

  • @almacriolo
    @almacriolo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    helpful and easy to understand. best video I found on the topic.

  • @ericawilson6958
    @ericawilson6958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the tips! Where you live is beautiful and looks like an Autumn story book!

  • @timgiesin4025
    @timgiesin4025 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes I even purchased an adjustable pressure wand tip to see if that would help

  • @zfilmmaker
    @zfilmmaker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recently recycled a 330 gallon DEF IBC tote from my farm to run my pressure washer where I don’t have a water hook up. I filled the tote to the top which is a lot of water. I thought it wouldn’t be enough, but I washed three tractors, a round hay baler which gets very dirty, a 30’ hay rake and tedder and a CanAm X3 and all of that was barely a quarter of the tank. Pressure washers use barely any water making them the ideal low cost cleaning tool.

  • @simonbolivar1678
    @simonbolivar1678 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    THX FOR YOUR VIDEO...
    YOU GET RIGHT TO THE POINT OF THINGS..

  • @ezequielcipriani
    @ezequielcipriani 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Phenomenal video man, keep it up!

  • @renzholt5951
    @renzholt5951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video, it answered ever question I had. 👍🏾

  • @TSK24692
    @TSK24692 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video on pressure washers ever!

  • @tpt213
    @tpt213 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got my pressure washer this week. Gona use it tomorrow. Fyi. Bad ass home. Picture perfect area.

  • @anuajihdeYahweh
    @anuajihdeYahweh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video👍 great tips thank you

  • @pepper1dancer
    @pepper1dancer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks. Very informative.

  • @deeleeboo
    @deeleeboo ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you👍🏻 Great info.

  • @salvadorvillatoro8314
    @salvadorvillatoro8314 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very simple and good video thanks 👍

  • @shawneebabe10
    @shawneebabe10 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thank you.

  • @rcman6895
    @rcman6895 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for the video I'm going to be getting started doing this and I don't want to make any mistakes thanks again

  • @angelajordan4414
    @angelajordan4414 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG this video help me so much, thank you

  • @ramonhernandez8335
    @ramonhernandez8335 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video thanks for the info

  • @ThrowItOnTheGrill
    @ThrowItOnTheGrill 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this video! I am the kind of person that will research something into the ground before buying it. I never realized that a power washer had so many uses, as I was only going to use it to clean the sundeck and get moss off of the driveway. Unfortunately, I can't afford a $1,000 Honda engine, but I found that Briggs & Stratton engines have crapped out as of lately. That was sad news, as I have a beautiful B & S engine in my lawnmower.

  • @thepoboy9698
    @thepoboy9698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much, I bought this exact same one two weeks ago and haven't used it yet due to all the rain we've been having here in FL but now I'm ready to go. Thanks again.

  • @PBLCreations
    @PBLCreations ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for all the tips this was clutch !!!

  • @bigmikeho
    @bigmikeho 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was great! Thanks so much

  • @wandab3843
    @wandab3843 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a really good video.

  • @flavioguzman8443
    @flavioguzman8443 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    excellent information. Thank you

  • @johncindywitt559
    @johncindywitt559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favorite hack on a power washer?....... Connect a washing machine hose to the water inlet. Next time you connect your garden hos you won't have to reach under the P/W to connect up! You can also put in a "Y" adapter with shut off valves so you have access to water, (I always need to wash my hands)

  • @katmorris1883
    @katmorris1883 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really helpful!
    Thank You

  • @mikeje305
    @mikeje305 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice video and presentation keep up the good work

  • @geralddyke4378
    @geralddyke4378 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this washer.

  • @Kioegaming
    @Kioegaming 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very useful info thanks

  • @roadrunner123
    @roadrunner123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, thanks!

  • @abbbaucom6249
    @abbbaucom6249 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this great video!

  • @moniqueconner6099
    @moniqueconner6099 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video.

  • @waynerichardson7182
    @waynerichardson7182 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thanks for making it. Help me make my choice.

  • @timothygagnon0624
    @timothygagnon0624 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome buddy thank you so much

  • @ceeloc4420
    @ceeloc4420 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video.

  • @tedspens
    @tedspens ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips, thanks!

  • @sunny753
    @sunny753 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great job for explaining

  • @jtmcfadden1
    @jtmcfadden1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. Will recommend channel

  • @tycoop7867
    @tycoop7867 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much this helped out a lot!!!!

  • @matytj5738
    @matytj5738 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've always wanted a pressure washer and my hubby got me one for Christmas this year. I've been waiting for the weather to get warmer to use it. Still going to be a while but I just wanted to say thank you for your video. Its going to help me a lot.