She’s A Brick House: Pressure Washing Bricks and Masonry

Pressure Washing Bricks and Masonry – Does It Work?

Most people are familiar with pressure washing homes, roofs, sidewalks etc.  But what about pressure washing bricks?  Is that a possibility? 

While bricks and masonry are sturdy, they can still accumulate dirt and grime just like other materials.  

Pressure washing is a wonderful way to revitalize hard surfaces, whether it’s dirt and moss between the bricks or moss growing on masonry.  

In this post, we’ll explore the power of pressure cleaning bricks and masonry.   

What is Pressure Washing? 

Pressure washing is the process where high-pressure water is used to remove dirt, grime and mold from surfaces. When it comes to bricks, it is important to use the right pressure and nozzle type to prevent damage and remove accumulated dirt.

 So, you are ready to pressure wash your brick home. How do you go about it? 

Let’s take a quick look: 

Cleansing Process: Step-by-Step Procedure 

1. Prepare the area: Be prepared! Remove all debris from the area and cover any delicate surfaces or plants nearby. 

1. Setup of Equipment: Research pressure washer settings. Choose a pressure washer that is suitable for brick and adjust the pressure settings. 

1. Test area: Pass the test. Start with a small test area to determine the nozzle’s pressure and distance. 

1. Cleaning: Cleanliness is next to Godliness. Work your way from the bottom up using consistent strokes, overlapping patterns, and overlapping lines. 

1. Rinsing: Don’t forget to rinse! Thoroughly rinsing the surfaces will ensure complete removal of dirt, cleaning solution residue, and other contaminants. 

1. Drying: Stay dry! Allow enough time for the bricks and masonry surfaces to completely dry.

Check out these tips for winter pressure washing!

 Conclusion 

Bricks and masonry can be transformed from dull, grimy and unattractive eyesores to attractive building blocks of a home by pressure washing. You can restore the beauty of bricks and mortar that make up your home by  pressure washing once or twice a year.  Although you can do this yourself, you a want to hire a professional.

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