Power washers are one of the great tools, that are used for cleaning a variety of outdoor items. Not only are they ten to fifty times more powerful than a garden hose, they use up to 80% less water. Today, in the world of cold water power washers, heated pressure washers, and steam cleaners, you can choose from a wide variety of brand names, such as Karcher, Excell, Mastercraft, and Coleman. These all are popular manufacturers of consumer grade pressure washer systems, having full lines of accessories and replacement parts available at most major department stores.

Some manufacturers are associated with quality, others with low price, and still more with excellent customer service (and some with all of the above). Before selecting a brand, you must know exactly how to wash your car or deck without damaging these valuable surfaces, and what are you other requirements.