Can Pressure Washing Damage Vinyl Siding?

We often receive questions relating to the amount of pressure we use to wash houses and if it will cause damage. This is a valid concern coming from people who care about their home. The use of a pressure washer can most certainly damage a homes siding if done improperly even if the user is doing it with their best intentions.

I have come to quite a number of homes to wash or quote that look as if someone scribbled all over them with a pencil leaving squiggles and marks almost everywhere. If the improper tip is utilized then you can almost certainly expect to damage your siding in a hurry. Most standard tips sold at box stores are essentially useless for washing your home and will leave you with sub par results.

The use of too high of a pressure can also cause siding or fascia to be completely blown off the home leaving you with a bigger project than you had anticipated. While using the wrong pressure someone could also cause unseen damage such as water being blown under the siding causing water damage to the sheathing behind.

Main Causes Of Damage

-Improper Nozzle Tip

-Improper Technique

-Spraying Water Under Siding

-Physically Blowing Siding Off With High Pressure

We highly recommend that if you take on this project alone that you do extensive research to protect your most valuable investment from avoidable damage cause by pressure washing. If you have a question or concern do not hesitate to reach out to Exterior Revival. We are located in Mentor, Ohio. Our company services Lake, Geauga, Cuyahouga, and Ashtabula County. We would love to quote your next pressure washing, window cleaning, or gutter cleaning project. We use the safest washing techniques to help protect your home and save you time.

Please fill out the attach form for a free property evaluation.