Pitted and cracked surfaces are trip and fall hazards. Mildew and grime on your surface can cause people to slip, especially during or after weather events. Rain and humidity are conducive to the growth of mildew and mold. Cleaning up grime that can get slippery is a sound safety precaution.Along with all the other reasons we’ve mentioned, there’s also the factor of health and safety. If you’ve got any of that excess build-up of dirt, mold, mildew, or even oil, it can be harboring several thousands of living bacteria and allergens. Mildew and algae like to grow in damp or shadowed areas, while oil may drip from your car onto the driveway. By pressure washing these areas and removing all of these foreign invaders, you are not only protecting your family (and any visitors to your home) from getting sick, but also from any bodily harm that may come from slipping on some of these very slippery surfaces.

Acidic grime and algae will, over time, erode your concrete or pavement. Preventing the resultant pitting and cracks can save you thousands in repair dollars.Increase Your Driveway's LifespanTake care of your concrete.While we may think of concrete as something durable that lasts forever, the truth is that it is possible for your concrete driveway to become damaged by the buildup that occurs on the surface of your driveway day after day. If you don’t want to have to replace your driveway prematurely, then having a pressure washing company come to your home and wash your driveway is a good idea. Prolonging the life of your driveway will help you keep your money in your pocket for as long as possible.

When dirt, grime, mold, and mildew build up in your home, they make your home more prone to harmful bacteria. Young children and pets are at more risk of catching harmful bacterial infections and falling sick. Cleaning your home regularly with a pressure washer gets rid of filth leaving no chance of bacteria forming.

When you or a guest drives up to your home, the driveway is one of the first things they see. You may not think about it much, because you drive on it every day, but if your driveway is old and grimy, it could be leaving a bad impression on those who visit. You will be surprised by how much better your house looks when it’s the backdrop for a newly cleaned driveway.

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When you attempt a DIY pressure washing job, you are putting your own safety and that of your property at risk. Without proper training, you risk injuring yourself or damaging your driveway by using the wrong water temperature, water pressure, or cleaning agents. With The Shield guys on the job, you don’t have to worry about any of this. Our technicians know the correct techniques for keeping themselves and your property safe.

Because most of the cleaning ability comes from the power of the washer, there is no need for harsh chemicals. Often, wateralone will get the job done. However, thereare biodegradable cleaners and other safeproducts that can be used in combinationwith a washer. This may be necessary forclearing significant amounts of grease ormuck. These products are safe for plants,animals, and people.

As compared to traditional manual scrubbing and washing of the surface, power washing or pressure washing is more time saving and efficient. The high-pressure water sprayed on the driveway is enough to remove debris from all the gaps and cracks on the driveway. No extra effort is needed to clean the path. Thus, pressure cleaning is the trendiest way of cleaning driveways.

Along with the time and money saving advantages of pressure washing, this type of service is also friendly to the environment. Your power washer technician can use detergents and other cleaning products that are gentle to the environment. In addition, power washing can achieve a high level of clean, without the use of harsh and abrasive chemicals. When your surface is not looking its best, you should be sure to set up power washing services.