6 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Power Washing Service
Anybody is capable of power washing. Anybody is capable of cleaning something. Just like every service provider, you get what you pay for. This thought applies to many parts of life. You spent a lot of money on your home, patio, deck and/or fencing. Don’t let just anybody clean it. Power washing is extremely dangerous and it is very easy to damage property if done incorrectly. Don’t fall victim by just hiring the first Power Washing Company you call, do your homework and ask these questions!
Check out our previous article to learn the Difference Between Pressure Washing and Power Washing.
You worked hard to earn enough money to purchase your home. It is the heartbeat of your family. So hiring somebody to complete a job on your home should not be taken lightly. I am going to cover the following Top 6 Questions you should ask every power washing company before hiring them;
- Are The Power Washing Technicians Certified?
- Is Your Power Washing Company Insured?
- Do You Guarantee Satisfaction
- Do You Use Soft Wash or Pressure Wash
- Are You Using Environmental Friendly Cleaners
- What awards and accolades have you achieved?
The most important thing is that reviews don’t tell the full story. Unfortunately, many companies employ fake reviews on their website, social media and google business pages. Reviews are extremely important to learn about previous customers’ experiences. Just don’t believe every single thing you read in them, good or bad.
Here Are The Top 6 Questions To Ask Every Power Washing Company
Are The Power Washing Company Technicians Certified?
Although it appears easy, many factors contribute to power washing. There are many different techniques to use depending on the surface being cleaned. Some things can not be taught from a book. Experience is the most valuable asset of a power washing company. Ask if their employees are certified. If the answer is no, move on. A certified power washing technician ensures that they have the knowledge and experience to handle any situation.
Is Your Power Washing Company Insured?
This is extremely important and in my experience is not always asked. We all understand the premise of insurance. You wouldn’t drive a car without insurance would you? So why would you hire a power washing company without insurance. This will provide you the peace of mind that if damage does occur, you will be properly taken care of. Always ask about insurance! On top of just having insurance, confirm that their insurance covers any injuries that occur while they are working on your property. Workers Compensation is often not provided by companies. Don’t just assume it’s a good company. You don’t want to get stuck with a lawsuit or the bill for damage just because you didn’t ask ahead of time.
Do You Guarantee Satisfaction?
Nothing can provide you with more confidence in a company than a guarantee. All Clean Exteriors provides a 100% Money-Back Guarantee. This means that if you are not satisfied with our results, it’s FREE. Literally, free. Since the formation of this company many years ago, we have never not been paid. This is an important question because it will show you how confident the company is in their own work. Oftentimes a service provider will not provide a money back guarantee because they are aware that they will make mistakes or fail to live up to their promise. Both of which result in you being unhappy with their work.
Does Your Power Washing Company Use Soft Wash or Pressure Wash?
This is extremely important to know prior to choosing who to hire. If you are not sure of the difference take a look at this previous article explaining the difference between soft washing and power washing. Power Washers can very quickly and easily damage any material or surface if used incorrectly. Almost every single one of the services we provide, utilize soft wash techniques combined with a proprietary cleaning detergent. This combination ensures maximum cleaning results and protects your surface from any damage. Furthermore, our cleaning detergent is environmentally friendly and safe for people, pets and plants. Which leads me to the fifth question you should ask…
Are You Using Environmental Friendly Cleaners?
Not all cleansers are designed with safety in mind. We pride ourselves on trying to be as green as possible. Most detergents can damage plants and even wildlife. One of the most important steps in the power washing process is to saturate the surrounding area with water. This will assist in preventing the detergent from adhering to the wet surfaces and damaging them. Upon completion of power washing, we again saturate the area to rinse off any residual detergents from the area. With Monmouth County, NJ’s volatile weather and abundance of algae, moss, insects, and other organisms, you want to ensure that the professional you are hiring understands how to treat these areas.
What Awards and Accolades Have You Achieved?
These achievements can provide you with a good gauge of what other people and companies think about their service. But be wary of some of these awards like Angie’s List and Yelp because oftentimes these awards can be purchased. I on the other hand pay more attention to the customer reviews. Hearing the truth directly from customers is very telling information. Now, some of these can also be bought and/or fake but after reading multiple reviews, you can start to understand the true company. For example, more so than anything else, we pride ourselves on our reputation. With years of experience in this industry, we have completed thousands of services and our customers speak for us. Just remember, a company that has provided great work time after time is most likely to provide great work again.
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