Pressure Washer Brands

[AquaBlast]

I'm looking for brands and models to keep an eye out for. What do the pros typically look for, that would cost less than $1200?

[GrimeBusters]

I'm looking for brands and models to keep an eye out for. What do the pros typically look for, that would cost less than $1200?

What type of work do you do primarily ? Hot water, 3500 PSI and a minimum of 5.5 GPM is a must for concrete, more GPM the better. If your budget is $1200, your options are kind of limited.

[Lonnie Greenwood]

look on ebay and craigs list im sure you will find some thing remember its not just having equipment make sure you get your business license insurance truck insurance make sure you dont need workmans comp because some states are different have a safety plan in place and go to your local pressure washing round table an see what the buzz is all about

[Guy B]

What type of work do you do primarily ? Hot water, 3500 PSI and a minimum of 5.5 GPM is a must for concrete, more GPM the better. If your budget is $1200, your options are kind of limited.

That's the real question you want to ask yourself Aqua Blast. I know this sounds stupid but "It Takes Money To Make Money" and it's very true, in this business.

You can start small and work your way up, many have done it that way, but if you want to "Hit The Ground Running" and be able to make more money faster, you're gonna have to increase your budget to at least say $5000.00. Hot Water opens more doors and increases revenue.

Since you're from Georgia, I suggest you think about attending the Sunbrite Round Table in Lawrenceville GA the 18, & 19 of March. You will find more information there than you could ever get on these boards. You will meet Contractors from all over the U.S. and be able to ask them questions, check out demo's & throw toilet seats. Just a great event to learn how to make more money for your business.

[GrimeBusters]

That's the real question you want to ask yourself Aqua Blast. I know this sounds stupid but "It Takes Money To Make Money" and it's very true, in this business.

You can start small and work your way up, many have done it that way, but if you want to "Hit The Ground Running" and be able to make more money faster, you're gonna have to increase your budget to at least say $5000.00. Hot Water opens more doors and increases revenue.

Since you're from Georgia, I suggest you think about attending the Sunbrite Round Table in Lawrenceville GA the 18, & 19 of March. You will find more information there than you could ever get on these boards. You will meet Contractors from all over the U.S. and be able to ask them questions, check out demo's & throw toilet seats. Just a great event to learn how to make more money for your business.

Throw Toilet seats ??? Is that some new redneck Olympic Game event ?

[Guy B]

Hahahaha.... I think it's called "Redneck Horse Shoes" must be a Ga. thang!!! Sounds like fun though!!!

[AquaBlast]

What type of work do you do primarily ? Hot water, 3500 PSI and a minimum of 5.5 GPM is a must for concrete, more GPM the better. If your budget is $1200, your options are kind of limited.

Well, right now, I've got a 3000 psi and 2.8 gpm Briggs and Stratton pressure washer with a Troy-Bilt motor... I plan to do some small jobs and work my way up (driveways, etc...) but at some point I would like to have some pretty decent gear and then move up to businesses once I get all my licenses, certification and insurance out of the way. My unit was bought used but in good condition and is only temporary. I will take a few shots of the differences in before and after in the afternoon, what my unit can do. I think I would have better luck in the meantime keeping a low budget (around $1200) on a used machine and then do more work after I get that machine and upgrade again... just keep upgrading as I go along. I would eventually like to get a larger trailer and put a 275 gallon tote on there and get into hot water with at least 8 gpm. I just have heard of a few brands out there like HydroTek and Hotsy equipment, but am looking for more good stuff like that.

[AquaBlast]

That's the real question you want to ask yourself Aqua Blast. I know this sounds stupid but "It Takes Money To Make Money" and it's very true, in this business.

You can start small and work your way up, many have done it that way, but if you want to "Hit The Ground Running" and be able to make more money faster, you're gonna have to increase your budget to at least say $5000.00. Hot Water opens more doors and increases revenue.

Since you're from Georgia, I suggest you think about attending the Sunbrite Round Table in Lawrenceville GA the 18, & 19 of March. You will find more information there than you could ever get on these boards. You will meet Contractors from all over the U.S. and be able to ask them questions, check out demo's & throw toilet seats. Just a great event to learn how to make more money for your business.

Definitely going to look into this, thank you!

[Guy B]

I have 2 Alkota's, and 1 Landa, and both are great machines!!!

If you decide to come to the RT info is here on the board somewhere. My Wife and I are driving 6 hrs. from N.C. to make this event, it only cost $10.00 to attend plus Motel cost. I'm not driving 6 hrs. for nothing, I'll be learning new ways to make more money.

If you do attend, look me up and we'll chew the fat!!! Hope To See You There!!!

[GrimeBusters]

AquaBlast, the best advice I can give you is get insured, immediately. And form your company as a LLC.

We all started with little experience and low budget equipment. But as I'm sure you already know you can do a lot of damage with a pressure washer. Without insurance and a LLC legally set-up for your company, you are risking your financial future.

There are 100's of professional contractors on this board who would be willing to go out of their way to help you get started, and offer you their years of professional experience. Keep asking questions, use the search button above, and keep your business moving forward.

Good luck to you.