Cleaning decks is one of the most popular pressure washing services for any contractor in the power washing business. It is also one of the most important steps for proper deck maintenance.

If you have a wood deck that hasn't been cleaned recently, you need to consider having it cleaned and sealed before the wood becomes damaged.

Restoring decks is a much simpler process if the wood is still in good condition and can save you thousands in replacement costs if done on a regular basis.

There are some dangers in power washing decks that you should be aware of Wood is actually very soft and can be literally shredded apart by a pressure washer with the water pressure set too high.

Different types of wood require different amounts of pressure so if you are unsure about what type of wood your deck is built with, you start in a hidden area and pay close attention to the distance between the tip of the wand and the surface of the deck. Getting too close can cause severe wood damage even with the right pressure.

The best solution for cleaning decks and applying wood stains or sealers is to hire a professional pressure washing contractor to do the job for you.