As a homeowner, chances are that you are continuously met with mounting bills for repair and maintenance work on your home. Every year, service rates go up and although prioritising what to tackle first helps to set a budget – it still can be extremely costly. To cut costs, most people attempt to start being more practical around their homes which leads to many of them learning more about the seemingly simple maintenance and cleaning jobs just so that they save a dollar or two. However, not every job is a quick internet search and a can-do attitude such as water blasting.
Cleaning up your walls, floors and driveways can sound almost effortless with turning on a water pressure machine and pointing at the dirty area seemingly easy enough. However, incorrect usage can cause more damage than you realise. And to save money, you may end up spending more than you planned to.
These are the top reasons you should avoid approaching water blasting as a DIY job.
You Can Cause Interior Damage
Getting carried away when water blasting is something we’ve seen inexperienced clients often do, before seeking out professional help. In an attempt to give your house a shiny, sparkly wash-down, most forget that water can seep in through cracks, doors and windows. Any gaps can easily let water in, leading to potentially damaged belongings, short-circuiting appliances or rotting furniture.
You Can Destroy Your Garden
Washing down your fence and driveway seems relatively fuss-free, but with no experience, many end up destroying their gardens. Hedges, shrubbery and herb gardens can all be destroyed without minimal effort and incorrect usage of machinery because of the intense pressure of water pushed out.
You Can Damage Wooden Features
Cleaning up wooden decking every once in a while can renew the look of your patio instantly. However, without careful use of equipment, you can end up destroying the finish of wood and create staining.
You Can Chip Off Paint
We always advise prospective clients to seriously consider using a professional service to water blast their exteriors, because not only is it dangerous to those who don’t know what they’re doing, but it can ruin their paintwork outside. The pressure can quickly chip at walls, leading to an uneven consistency on surfaces and will become unsightly over time.
You Can Create Mould Hotspots
Besides water accumulating unnecessarily, moisture can also become a problem. Gaps and crevices will pool water in them and eventually lead to mould outbreaks. This can be a hassle to eradicate properly, quickly spreading and becoming a health hazard to your family and pets.
Water blasting is very precise cleaning method which requires a tremendous amount of care. Additionally, equipment needs to be hired out and homeowners must have the knowledge and skills to use such equipment. Instead of attempting it yourself, with little to no experience, consult with a professional about affordable solutions for your home.
At Tailored Property Services, we provide a multitude of cleaning services such as water blasting in Auckland, window cleaning and more for all your residential needs – give us a call today.
