This guide contains:

Background on pressure washers
Features to look for in pressure washers
How to find the best pressure washer for you

This independent guide was created to help you understand the basics of pressure washers and to help you choose the right pressure washer for you. We do not sell any pressure washers ourselves, so you can be confident that all of the information in this guide is independent and unbiased.

Background on pressure washers
If you are searching for a pressure washer unit that you can use at the job site, around the home, or at the cottage on the lake, there is a pressure washer for you. Purchasing a pressure washer doesn't require running across town to wait in line at a large electronics retail store anymore. You can now get just about whatever pressure washer you want or need for any size or use online. There are a few differences among online pressure washer stores and some things to pay particular attention to when comparing sites and services.

Important features to look for in pressure washers
Naturally, pressure washers are designed to spray water at velocities higher than can be reached with regular hoses. High-pressure water can be used to clean everything from decks, houses, cars, fences, and so on. Of course, one of the most important features of a pressure washer is how much pressure, or how fast and powerful, the water comes out of the hose. Pressure is measured in PSI (pounds per square inch), and the larger the number, the higher the pressure.

The motor in the pressure washer creates water pressure, and there are gas (can be direct drive, belt drive, or gear drive) and electric pressure washers. Gas-powered pressure washers generally have engines between 6-15 horsepower and generate between 2,000-5,000 PSI. Electric pressure washers usually generate between 1,000-2,000 PSI.

Other features and accessories to consider when searching for a pressure washer are; adjustable pressure, soap dispenser/chemical injector, spray wand, adjustable spray tips/how many spray tips come with the unit, how long the power cord and hose are, pressure gauge, sandblasting kit, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI), and more.

How to select the best pressure washer for you
If you think that searching online for a pressure washer would fit your needs, there are a few things to look for when shopping for the right pressure washer or web site for you.

Price- naturally, price should be a consideration for any purchase you make, including pressure washers. All other things being equal, it usually makes sense to go with the