Pressure Washing: the easiest way to increase property value.
by Alfredo Mendoza, onPressure Washing , November 28, 2021
by Alfredo Mendoza, onPressure Washing , November 28, 2021
If you’re looking for an easy way to get more money on your next real state venture, make sure you increase property value with pressure washing. Many businesses and homeowners repaint their buildings when they begin to look tired, worn or dirty. In many cases, a short visit from a pressure washing specialist can have the building looking fresh and new – with no expensive repainting required!
Pressure washing removes harsh stains and doing it regularly will ensure that the property stays in pristine condition. With regular pressure washing, you can reduce the time spent on home maintenance and increase property value through deep cleaning exterior surfaces.
Also, there are worse scenarios other than a property natural aging. Imagine coming home and noticing that the front door is covered in graffiti. It’s hard to believe that anyone would do such a thing, but unfortunately, it happens all the time. This is why pressure washing can be so valuable for increasing property value as it removes unwanted stains, graffiti, and other signs of vandalism from exterior surfaces of homes and businesses with ease.
On this blog, we explain how pressure washing will increase your property value. Let’s get into it!
In this blog, we have showcased how the broken window effect plummets the price of complete suburbs. There is nothing worse for your property value than being in what seems to be an abandoned area.
Some of the most common signs of forgotten areas are:
In many cases, the broken window effect starts with one property which affects the price of all neighbouring houses. It is easy to match the look, so ensure you take action before is too late.
You’ll be amazed at how frequently we discover furnishings, paving stones, playground equipment, AstroTurf, or shade sails needing to be replaced or repaired because they weren’t properly cleaned regularly. Even if your property was only pressured washed once every three to four months, it may save you thousands of dollars in repair and replacement expenses.
All those tiny and not-so-small spaces on your property that accumulate dust, dirt, mildew, grease, dried grass and grime over time become a major eyesore as well as a health hazard for users. The pressure washing of your home is beneficial because it can cut through all of this to restore your home to its original clean and fresh appearance.
By removing the grime and mold in your home’s exterior, you can increase property value by up to $20 per square foot!
Not only is pressure washing great for increasing property value through deep cleaning exterior surfaces, but it also helps with dust reduction which has been proven to help people who have allergies or asthma breathe easier. Also, it can also remove harmful bacteria and germs.
Pressure washers use safe chemicals to kill up to 99.99% of common household pathogens such as staphylococcus aureus (the cause of many skin infections), salmonella Typhi (typhoid fever), and pseudomonas aeruginosa (pneumonia).
Pressure washers use a mixture of tap water with detergent, but enzymes can also be mixed into the solution to combat even more bacteria.
But don’t worry when you schedule a deep cleaning with a professional pressure washing company, they will use safe chemicals that are not harmful to your family or pets.
Don’t be so sure that your building can’t be spruced up? You’ll be amazed at what may be achieved with a thorough pressure washing cleaning!
Pressure washing techniques specialise in the removal of stains & discolouration, cobwebs, dirt & dust, soot and smoke from fire damage, mould and mildew caused by damp, grime, grease, pollution, moss, fungus, rust, oil, salt, paint and graffiti.
You can clean almost every surface with pressure washing. This includes:
Do you have to spruce up your steps, fences, stairwells, passageways, billboards, ceilings, driveways, or shade buildings? Perhaps hiring a pressure washing or graffiti removal specialist is more convenient than getting a cleaning company to do the job.
Pressure washing requires a high level of expertise, as each surface requires different psi. Thus, cleaning companies regularly subcontract graffiti removal companies to conduct any pressure washing cleaning from delicate surfaces. Save some time and money a call the specialist yourself.
Keep a checklist handy to make sure you fulfill your duty of care; warranties on certain assets, such as your building cladding or shade sails, require regular cleaning.
Regular pressure washing will help you in the event of a warranty claim.
Please consult your building property manager for specific guidelines about cleaning your property and maintaining warranties. You may be able to get assistance from them, or at least find out more information on what they require when it comes to exterior maintenance.
Appraisers certainly use certain criteria to evaluate the worth of a property, but it’s essential to remember that they’re real people. It will improve their impression of the home if they see one that is clean and well presented. Even though in theory there should be no link between general cleanliness and home value, there will undoubtedly be a subconscious influence.
Thus, consider pressure washing the exteriors at the same importance level as cleaning the interiors.
Pressure washing or repainting? Pressure washing cleans the outside of the home as well as restoring its appearance. Regular cleaning also helps to preserve and extend the life of siding by eliminating mildew and mould. You might be shocked to discover that a paint job isn’t necessary after all.
Repainting isn’t always required. Pressure washing may dramatically improve the appearance of your siding, brick, stone, stucco, or fiber cement exterior. Furthermore, routine maintenance may assist with the longevity of the paint job and siding.
Pressure washing is an effective way to prevent serious damage from occurring when you need to remove graffiti quickly before vandals return or potential buyers arrive at your home.
For houses that are surrounded by trees and located in shady regions or have a north face that receives little direct sunshine, regular pressure washing is suggested. It’s not only useful for people who live or work near a road. It can be useful to anyone living in an area where there is a lot of grime kicked up by passing cars. Houses next to building sites may accumulate dirt and debris quickly. Furthermore, some seasonal changes cause vegetation to pile up on the surface of a home.
These are all good reasons to schedule professional power washing. Trying to spray the siding with a regular garden hose is ineffective for this tough kind of buildup. And balancing on a ladder to do it can be dangerous, especially for homes that are two or three stories tall. For this type of job, it’s best to rely on a professional power washing crew.
You may be looking to sell your home or simply want to get it ready for the next family. Either way, there are a number of simple things you can do that will make your house look and feel like new again!
One such thing is pressure washing – which we’ve already seen has numerous benefits outside of property value. If you think this might be something worth considering before selling your home, give us a call today! Our team is here to help with any questions or concerns about marketing strategy so don’t hesitate to reach out when needed.