The professionals at Cincinnati Premier Pressure Washing explain how homeowners benefit from professional pressure washing services and how companies establish pricing. Continue reading to learn more.
Common Pricing Methods
Most pressure-washing professionals price their services in the following ways:
- Per square foot
- Per hour, typically with a two-hour minimum
- Flat fee
However, some may use a mix of methods, such as a flat fee and a per-square-foot price for every additional footage. Consider the size and shape of a home before determining which works better. A homeowner with a small house may benefit from strictly per-square-foot pricing, for example.
The following explains the qualities of a job that determine the final pricing.
Size of the House
The size of the house determines the cost of a professional job. The larger a house is, the more costly labor, cleaning solutions, and time becomes for the company. Square footage, number of stories, and roof shape dictate cleaning requirements.
A multi-storied home will cost more than a single story because washing higher levels requires more equipment and additional safety gear.
Building Materials
Not all building materials respond equally to pressure washing. Wooden siding may splinter, turn soft, or mold when pressure washed inappropriately. Aluminum can dent or lose its shine with high water pressure. Additional structures, driveways, or parking lots will also drive the price up.
Depending on the materials, a company may require additional cleaning materials or varying methods to achieve desired results without causing property damage.
Job Complexity
A professional who must pressure wash a large, multiple-storied house with different building materials and detailed landscaping will charge more than for a one-story house with vinyl siding. The first job requires more cleaning materials, labor, experience, and additional safety requirements.
Custom roofs, unusual shapes, and intricate corners require more precision and care to provide optimal results. Due to the required labor, an extremely unkempt or grimy home will cost more.
Why Do Homeowners Need Professional Pressure Washing?
While it may appear cheaper to rent a pressure washer and do the work alone, often, this is not the case. Renting equipment, the additional time an untrained person will need, and the higher likelihood of property damage all cost a homeowner. Consider the following equipment a homeowner must rent or buy to gain desirable results:
- Ladders
- Goggles
- Nonslip shoes
- Effective pressure washer
- Multiple cleaning solutions
- Various nozzles
- A safety harness
DIY pressure washing can be dangerous. For the safety of the property and the homeowner, finding qualified commercial pressure washing services is essential.
Contact Cincinnati Premier Pressure Washing
For a reliable pressure washing team that delivers exceptional results, contact Cincinnati Premier Pressure Washing at (513) 827-1079 and request an estimate in Cincinnati, OH, today.
