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Industrial pressure washers in Derbyshire

How to Get the Most From Pressure Washers

When you have hired a pressure washer from Britclean, it is important to read the instructions it came with very carefully. Power washers can be dangerous, so for numerous tasks, we would recommend wearing protective gear such as a hard hat, safety goggles and gloves.

Every power washer works differently, so we have put together a handy guide in this blog to ensure you get the most out of your equipment.

7 Ways to Prolong Pressure Washing Machines

Ensure All Connections are Secure  – Before using your pressure washer for the time, make sure connections for all hose, water and air are secure. If you discover any leaks, the washer will not work properly. Also, check the power cord is firmly attached to the outlet.

Turn Water Source Completely On – If you are using a pressure washer that needs to be attached to a water source, turn the faucet completely on. You will be able to adjust the pressure on the machine, but it will need the faucet’s full requirement of water to work well.

Attach Nozzles Whilst Pressure is Locked and Off – If you are using particular attachments, you will need to add them to the nozzle while your pressure washer is off and locked.

Protect Equipment, Building Features and Nearby Plants – We would recommend clearing the area as much as possible, protecting items such as plants, equipment, light fixtures and any fragile building features like tarps.

Begin with a Low Setting – Always make sure your pressure washer is on its lowest setting when turning it on, as this will allow to slowly increase pressure safely as needed – preventing kickback.

Hold the Nozzle at an Angle – When using the pressure washer, do not aim it directly at items you are cleaning. Instead, hold it an angle, which will wash dirt and debris away rather than against the surface.

Use Up and Down Motions – When cleaning a surface, begin at the bottom and move upward guiding the spray down over the same area to rinse it off. Continue this motion until the entire surface is cleaned.

Using a pressure washers makes a wide range of cleaning tasks quite simple. Deciding on what you will be using your machine for before buying, will make the choice quite easy.

Browse the Best of Pressure Washers

If you are looking for the finest pressure washers on the market, look no further than Britclean’s range. Contact us today if you have any questions about any of our models.

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Your Guide to Pressure Washer Hose Repairs

If you have been using pressure washers for a considerable amount of time, you are likely to experience a leak in the hose at some point.

As the leading supplier of pressure washers and industrial vacuums across Staffordshire, Cheshire and Derbyshire, Britclean understand the importance of keeping your products functioning for the longest time possible.

Sometimes the issue comes from touching the exhaust on a gas-powered washer with the hose, whereas it could also be old age or even just bad luck.

Pressure Washer Repairs are Different to Garden Hoses

A leak in your pressure washer hose cannot be fixed in the same way as a garden hose. Firstly, the patch won’t last as the high-pressure water will force it loose. Even a small patched leak can lead to a serious injury when it bursts open and the high-pressure water hits your body.

At the very least, you will get soaked and whatever washing task you had planned is not going to get done.

The layers of wire mesh and plastic distribute the water evenly throughout your hose which contains the pressure. Repairing the hose requires each layer to be shaped and repaired correctly or it simply won’t last.

If you feel this is not the best course of action; you can always choose to replace the hose instead.

How Britclean Repair Power Washer Hoses

If you are unfamiliar with the process of repairing a power washer hose, here are the guidelines our team follow to get your pressure washer working as good as new.

1. Switch off the pressure washer, and if it is electrical we will unplug it.
2. Press the hose trigger which releases any water from inside the hose.
3. Discover the leak and dry the area around the leak.
4. We will make a square cut on each side of the leak.
5. The diameter of the hose needs measuring.
6. A compression seal with a gate compression fitting needs creating, with the female repair coupling reverse threaded and spun counterclockwise once fitted onto the hose. We will use an adjustable wrench to tighten it, with the male repair coupling fitting inside the hose tubing with motor oil used to lubricate the tip.
7. The hose will be placed in a vice or we can use two adjustable wrenches which connect and tighten the two pieces.
8. Finally, we will connect the M22 adapter and screw the adapter onto the pressure washer.

Talk to Britclean About Pressure Washer Repairs

If you have any questions about Britclean’s pressure washer repairs service, please contact us now. With over 30 years of industry experience, we also offer repairs on established brands such as Karcher, Ehrle, Numatic and Nilfisk.

pressure washers - mossy paving

How Pressure Washers Clean Mossy Paving

Now the sun is shining again and Spring has truly sprung, you could be considering cleaning tasks outdoors that you have put off for too long.

Mossy paving is one of the biggest eyesores that can develop on your property, but using a pressure washer from Britclean will deal with this issue in no time.

For our latest blog, we are going to explain the process of ridding moss from your pavements.

Get the Garden of Your Dreams with Britclean

While cleaning moss is never top of anyone’s favourite garden chores, the end result of a pressure wash will leave you beaming with pride at your paths and patios.

You will need to bear in mind that when you are cleaning, the water pressure is greatest immediately in front of the nozzle. This means that stubborn dirt and moss can be cleaned off at close range, whilst light dirt or sensitive areas will need cleaning at a greater distance.

Moss forms a thick layer on paved surfaces, but it also remains in the pores of the paving stones which require a top-quality pressure washer from Britclean to remove effectively.

The Karcher HD 7/11 4m pressure washer, is one of the best models we currently have in stock that is ideal for cleaning patios. Don’t take our word for it though, here is a testimonial from one of our customers Ryan Gallimore,

“This Karcher pressure washer is perfect for my stone patio flags, cleans it up in no time!”

One of the most unique features of this model is the dirt blaster nozzle, which provides an even greater cleaning performance for even the toughest tasks.

Got Questions about Pressure Washers? Get in Touch Now

If you have any questions about Britclean’s range of Karcher pressure washers, please contact us today.

We also stock other leading manufacturers of pressure washers, including Nilfisk, Interpump and Ehrle plus our own home brand of manufactured machines.

coronavirus announcement from Britclean

Coronavirus Statement from Britclean UK

Please find below a statement from Britclean UK regarding the coronavirus –

We just wanted to keep all of our customers informed of our plans during the ongoing lockdown due to the coronavirus.

As it stands we are still open in order to support customers in food production and agriculture sectors with pressure washers and industrial vacuums.

Our team will also be following the Government’s advice regarding social distancing during working practices.

We are reviewing the situation daily and looking at each site to evaluate the risks associated.

Please be understanding if there is a delay in attending your site and above all take care, everyone.

Get in Touch With Any Questions

If you have any questions about any of our products, please contact us now.