Cold Water Pressure Washers are by far the most popular type of Power Pressure Washers. There is no need for a burner to be attached to the machine for heating up water, hence do not require heating fuels. They are much more light weight, and are multipurpose in handling very varied types of cleaning tasks, catering to both indoors and outdoors general cleaning purposes. The most common and popular version is the Cold Water Electric Pressure Washers and have become a basic cleaning tools for many households. The other popular type is Cold Water Gas Pressure Washers which are powered by gasoline but these models can only be used outdoors due to the carbon monoxide emissions.
Cold Water Electric Pressure Washers vs Cold Water Gas Pressure Washers
Most Cold Water Electric Pressure Washers are very handy and light. They are designed to look like vacuum cleaners and are small enough not to take up too much storage space. Most can both stand vertically or horizontally and have roller wheels for easy maneuvering. The technical specifications of the electric models range from the less powerful 1,200PSI to 2,000PSI. Alternatively the gas or diesel models are mostly mounted on portable metal frames and wheels with metal covers for greater protection and enhanced mobility. These units are for outdoor use only and can be hand truck mounted, cage mounted on wheels and skid mounted without wheels. Each style has its application. These models usually have cleaning efficiencies ranging up to 4,000PSI.
Where and When To Use Cold Water Pressure Washers
Remote areas where AC power is unreliable or not available, like a summer lodge in the woods or by the river, use gas versions. You might also consider diesel ones as well if you are located in areas where diesel fuel is easily available. Bear in mind that these washers can only be used for outdoor or exterior cleaning as the carbon monoxide released from burning the gasoline or diesel could be fatal when used indoors or unventilated enclosed space.
Direct Drive or Belt Driven Units
Both electric and gas versions are configured as direct drive or belt driven units. Direct drive units are lower maintenance while the belt driven units gives longer life. Direct Drive units are made very compact, much more affordable and most suitable for household usage whereby you do general house cleaning twice a year and the activity levels are not high.
The Belt Driven units redirects the drive motor vibrations away from the pump with the belt, helping to isolate the vibration, thereby extending the life of the pump. So, if you plan to use your pressure washers over long hours on a daily basis, probably for your own cleaning business, the Belt driven units will be more suited to your needs.
Always understand what your needs are before you commit to the right power pressure washer model. Cold Water Electric Pressure Washers serves household cleaning tasks well enough, but should you be looking for mobility and versatility for cleaning in more energy challenging locations and venues, Diesel or Gas Pressure Washers are more suitable.