Pressure washer for shop.

[andrewpenny]

Good day !

I have just opened a shop around six months ago for detailing, and have been using a regular hose for cars, trucks, and vans, and then using a big `easykleen` 4000psi for John Deere and transport trucks. I have recently started using a cheap electric pressure washer i already had from home (simoniz 1700 psi) for cars and trucks but I know the motor isn`t meant for industrial use OR being used as much as I use it at work.. it feels cheap and the nozzle already stops working some times.

I`d like to know if there are electric pressure washers that are medium duty and meant to be used a lot and can last some time, or if I need to go gas 2200 psi or something. I don`t mind the gas bill, but does any one know how much a decent one goes for and anything about maintenance? I`m sure I need to buy oil and that but how often and what other maintenance needs to be done? Any help is appreciated! thanks!

[ShaneB]

Go gas, they will be much more reliable and save you money in the long run. How it should be maintained is entirely up to the manufacturer.

[Stokdgs]

Go gas, they will be much more reliable and save you money in the long run. How it should be maintained is entirely up to the manufacturer.

I have run the same Devilbiss gas motor 2gal/min. pressure washer for over 10 years and it has only had one issue that I fixed myself..

The Briggs and Stratton motor only requires a spark plug an air filter, and I change the engine oil about once a year.. I broke it in correctly so it never even uses oil between changes..

You never have to change the pump oil unless it leaks out or something..

I have never seen or heard of an electric motor pressure washer that is really heavy duty and can last for years with hard hours..
Good luck !
Dan F