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carpetmas5

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Pressure washer
« on: February 22, 2010, 06:42:34 pm »
I am looking at buying a pressure washer I have seen 3 on e bay any thoughts on them 120531646983 or 360206848625 or 380208419829 I need 1 for paths & walls.

derek west

Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #1 on: February 22, 2010, 06:46:35 pm »
just looked at the first one, its listed as 2200 psi, described as 2500 psi and says on the handle 2900 psi, !!!!!!!!!!!

NEXT!

Mike Halliday

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #2 on: February 22, 2010, 06:54:49 pm »
do you think you can buy a professional machine for £175 ::)

they are all crap, if you are just doing your own drive once a year then they just might do the job but if you are going to offer a cleaning service to your customers then either spend over a grand (if buying new) or don't bother

13hp, 15lts/min & 3500psi  any lower and it won't do the job.
Mike Halliday.  www.henryhalliday.co.uk

derek west

Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #3 on: February 22, 2010, 06:56:12 pm »
second one has no mention of heat, and the third one, ive got more psi in my ahem. my er er er tap at home. ;D

theres  some good setups for sale in the for sale section on here

Mike Halliday

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #4 on: February 22, 2010, 07:04:01 pm »
Derek they are all cold pressure washers why would any of them mention heat?

these machine are too professional pressure washing what Wonderfoam is to carpet cleaning :D
Mike Halliday.  www.henryhalliday.co.uk

gwrightson

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who ever said dont knock before u try ,i never tried dog crap but i know i wouldnt like  haha

carpetmas5

  • Posts: 139
Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #6 on: February 22, 2010, 07:47:49 pm »
As I only need this for my own garden & the odd job I do not went to spend too much.

Mike Halliday

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #7 on: February 22, 2010, 07:57:25 pm »
then they are fine but why not buy an electric machine.... much more relaible
Mike Halliday.  www.henryhalliday.co.uk

carpetmas5

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #8 on: February 22, 2010, 08:47:15 pm »
Best make & type?

Griffus

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #9 on: February 22, 2010, 09:51:16 pm »
Way before we got into pressure washing I owned a Karcher. I had it well over 10 years and it's still working great and looking like new. I know because I gave it to my brother last year.

For own use these are fine. Even a small patio will take what seems like forever but they will do a reasonable job. Be sure to include Karchers own 'dirtbuster' lance. This is a turbo nozzle and will noticeably speed things up for you.

Colin Day

Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #10 on: February 22, 2010, 10:40:51 pm »
I bought a £200 petrol pw last year for cleaning my cars, dog kennel and paving.... One year on....? It's knackered ::)

Steve. Taylor

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #11 on: February 22, 2010, 11:54:42 pm »
Whilst on the karacher diy subject a freind has asked me about the T RACER 300 at £50

wil it do the job. Not a whirlaway standard i know but thought i would ask?l
Steve T       All the gear but no idea!
www.leatherrepairsouthampton.co.uk

Dennis

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Griffus

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #13 on: February 23, 2010, 10:14:28 pm »
On paper the Nilfisk appears the better machine.

I've never used Nilfisk though so can't comment on quality / reliability.

If you opt for the Nilfisk then add a suitable turbo nozzle and you'll be OK for DIY.

If you intend to do any paid work for anyone though I would say don't waste your money.

 


stagcleaning

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Re: Pressure washer
« Reply #14 on: February 24, 2010, 01:25:20 pm »
then they are fine but why not buy an electric machine.... much more relaible
Exactly...I always think its better to spend a bit more for something reliable, for domestic or business use.