{"id":761,"date":"2021-09-30T22:09:51","date_gmt":"2021-09-30T22:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turnupthepressure.com\/?p=761"},"modified":"2021-10-20T21:12:55","modified_gmt":"2021-10-20T21:12:55","slug":"hot-water-pressure-vs-steam-cleaning-whats-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turnupthepressure.com\/hot-water-pressure-vs-steam-cleaning-whats-better\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot water pressure vs. Steam cleaning: What’s better?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When it comes to cleaning large surfaces, you have a few options. Two of the options are hot water pressure and steam cleaning<\/strong>. But which one is better?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steam cleaning is usually better as it is cost-efficient, eco-friendly, and chemical-free<\/strong>. Hot water pressure is best for larger projects or hard-to-reach areas, but chemicals sometimes need to be used with pressure washers. It depends on the project, but usually, steam cleaning is the best option.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each cleaning project is different, so keep reading to learn which type cleaner is the best option for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the Difference?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There may be some confusion when you hear “hot water pressure” and “steam cleaning.” Both are hot, so what is the difference?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steam Cleaner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A steam cleaner uses minimal water<\/strong> (around 0.08 gallons per minute) as it uses steam rather than water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The steam created cleans the surfaces. At a high temperature of 245 F (118 C)<\/strong>, every bacteria, mold, or dirt will be quickly eliminated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since steam cleaner can kill bacteria and mold with the hot temperature, no chemicals are needed. With less water and no chemicals, there will barely be any runoff. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hot Water Pressure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A hot water pressure washer uses large quantities of hot water at high pressure to clean surfaces<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Relying on volume and power, a hot water pressure washer can clean a surface quickly. To get rid of bacteria and mold though, you will have to buy a detergent or chemical of some kind<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hot water pressure washers are great for larger surfaces and projects that need to be completed in a short amount of time<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros and Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Both cleaning types have their pros and cons<\/strong> and it all depends on your preference and the type of project you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/td>HOT WATER<\/strong><\/td>STEAM<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
PROS<\/strong><\/td>-Good for large areas
-Faster
-Force to remove stubborn dirt
-Can reach hard-to-reach areas
<\/td>		-Can clean softer materials
-Dries quickly
-Kills germs and bacteria without chemicals
-Cost-efficient
-Reduced water usage
-Minimal runoff<\/td><\/tr>
CONS<\/strong><\/td>-Can break windows or other soft materials
-The use of chemicals to clean
-Takes longer to dry
-Runoff<\/td>		-Time-consuming
-Hard to get hard-to-reach areas
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Questions to Ask Yourself before Choosing Hot Water Pressure or Steam Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you rent or buy a cleaning device, you will want to ask yourself a few questions to find which will be the best option<\/strong> for your task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. What am I cleaning?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before deciding between a steam cleaner and a hot water pressure washer, you will want to know what exactly you are cleaning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you cleaning your home? What material is your house? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is important to know what material you are cleaning is because some materials are too fragile to be pressure washed<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, windows cannot be pressure washed because the glass will break. Steam though is a great option for glass because it is safer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When figuring out what you are cleaning, it is also a good idea to determine how large the project will be<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are cleaning a whole house that has many nooks and crannies, a pressure washer may be a good idea because it can reach all of the tough spots that come with a house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. What is the surrounding area?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Checking out the surrounding areas where you are planning to clean is important for many reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, if there is a lot of vegetation <\/strong>such as plants and flowers, you will have to be extra careful<\/strong> with pressure washing and chemicals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pressure of the water can easily damage plants. Also, the chemicals you use when cleaning with a pressure washer can kill plants and nearby vegetation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second, when pressure washing, there is a lot of runoff. If you are in an area that will be harmed by runoff, it may be a better option to choose a steam cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, if there are kids who live in the nearby area, it is important to make sure you are being safe with any cleaning chemicals<\/strong>. Pets and children can be harmed if they come in contact with chemicals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. How much time do you have?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before choosing which cleaner to go with, you should figure out how much time you have to clean<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it for a project you need to be done by the end of the day? Or maybe, you have all the time in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both cleaning devices have their own specific time table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are in a rush or are under a time crunch, you will want to use a pressure washer<\/strong>. A pressure washer quickly cleans due to the pressure, so you are able to cover a larger area faster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If time is not a large factor, a steam cleaner<\/strong> is a great option. It takes a bit longer to clean an area, but it does dry faster than a pressure washer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It all depends on your specific time needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Budget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before any project, it is important to look at your budget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much can you realistically spend on this project?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If money is tighter, a steam cleaner may be the right option since it is cheaper than a pressure washer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After answering these questions, you will have a better idea of which cleaner is best for your project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Steam Cleaning Is Usually Better<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are many reasons why steam cleaning is usually better. These reasons include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Eco-friendly <\/strong><\/li>
  • Dries quickly<\/strong><\/li>
  • Cost-efficient<\/strong><\/li>
  • Hygenic<\/strong><\/li>
  • Gentle<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Eco-friendly <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    A steam cleaner is eco-friendly for many reasons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    First, a steam cleaner uses less water than a pressure washer<\/strong>. With that, there is minimal runoff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Having less runoff means there is less pollution<\/strong> and the surrounding areas will not be disturbed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Also, a steam cleaner does not require cleaning chemicals, so there is no chemical runoff <\/strong>that will cause pollution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you are looking for an eco-friendly option, the steam cleaner is the best option for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dries Quickly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Since there is only steam cleaning the material, it dries almost immediately.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you are cleaning something like a carpet or a couch, it is nice to have a steam cleaner since it will dry immediately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is also nice for when you are cleaning a house because you do not have to worry about making sure your home dries. You can know that after a steam cleaning, your home will be clean and dry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Cost-efficient <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    For a cost-efficient option, you will want to go with a steam cleaner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Since a steam cleaner uses less water than a pressure washer, you will save money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Hygenic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Since a steam cleaner cleans at a hot 245 F (118 C)<\/strong>, you do not need to worry about mold or bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    After using a steam cleaner, there will be no germs or bacteria on whatever you are cleaning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The nice thing is that you do not need to worry about cleaning products and chemicals<\/strong> to keep your home clean. A bit of steam will do the trick!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Gentle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If you are worried at all about something getting damaged, use a steam cleaner!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Since it is only steam, there is no high pressure that will break windows or tiles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You do need to be careful<\/strong> if you are steaming delicate things such as stucco, brick, and marble. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When Pressure Washing Is Better<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Usually, steam cleaning is the better option, but there are some times when pressure washing is more effective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • If you need a powerful clean<\/strong><\/li>
    • A large area<\/strong><\/li>
    • Hard-to-get spots<\/strong><\/li>
    • Need a quick clean<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      A Powerful Clean<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Say you are cleaning something that has a lot of cake-on mud or dirt<\/strong>. A steam cleaner could do the job, but it could take some time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The high intensity of a pressure washer can break up clumps of dirt and get hard materials off of something quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      If you have dirt, muck, or whatever stuck to your walls, sidewalk, or car, a pressure washer will help you quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      A Large Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      With a large house or wall comes a large project<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      A pressure washer can quickly clean a large area. Since it is high pressured water, you can spray down an area quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You can adjust the pressure to make it stronger so you can clean a large area faster as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Hard-to-Get Spots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Since you can use a pressure washer at a distance, this makes it easier to clean hard-to-get spots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You do not have to climb on the roof or worry about a ladder. The pressure washer can go a distance and will get all of the nooks and crannies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Quick Clean<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      For a quick clean, a pressure washer is the way to go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      With the pressure and the ability to cover an area quickly, a pressure washer can complete the job much faster than a steam cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      So, in moments of panic and a time crunch, maybe go for the pressure washer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Now that you have more knowledge about the difference between a hot water pressure washer and a steam cleaner, you can figure out which option is best for your project<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      We hope that this post has been helpful and informative!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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