Maryland pressure washer contractors are usually some of the most difficult resources for home owners to find these days. Here is a guide for home owners to use when looking for a reliable Maryland pressure washer company, and for pressure washerers to make you stand out from the crowd.
How do clients find a Maryland pressure washer contractor?
First you need to establish where customers look for a Maryland pressure washer company, then once they contact you, educate the clients so they know how to choose a reliable contractor from the pressure washer estimates they have recieved. Here is an example of some questions and answers that you can list for your prospective clients information.
pressure washer companies in Maryland must have liability insurance and workers compensation. If the pressure washer contractor is sealing any surface they must also have a home improvement license. (MHIC)
Here are standard guidelines to compare all pressure washer companies, this will help you find out if they have the experience necessary to provide the level of skill needed for the pressure washer job.
Does the pressure washer contractor use contractor grade products or purchase their materials from hardware stores?
Professional pressure washerers use contractor grade materials to perform their work, these products are designed to work better and last longer than most products found in stores.
What types of sealers does the pressure washer company use for wood surfaces?
Professional pressure washer companies usually use penetrating stains to protect wood surfaces, some of the most popular deck sealers used by pressure washer companies across the country are Ready Seal and Wood Tux.
Will you receive a written estimate?
All Maryland pressure washer companies should provide a written estimate on a form designed for the pressure washer industry.
Is the scope of work clearly defined including areas to be finished, type of material, number of coats, and special surface preparation?
In general most Maryland pressure washer companies will provide all of the steps of proper wood restoration on the forms to allow the client to compare services easily with other estimates. Make sure they understand what every company is offering them and what their process is. Some Maryland pressure washer companies fail to list important aspects like the type of sealer being used and this is required by law in most states.
Is the pressure washer company using chemicals or high pressure to clean?
High pressure can destroy wood! Make sure your clients understand what 3,000PSI can do to the surface just in case other Maryland pressure washer companies fail to do so. As a professional Maryland pressure washerer, you want to ensure that you provide quality service and long lasting results.
Has the pressure washer company been in business 5 or more years?
List the number of years your company has provided pressure washer services in Maryland for.
Is the contractor properly insured?
If the pressure washer contactor is not adequately insured in Maryland, the client may face the risk of having to insure a potential accident at best, or at worst, they could be facing a lawsuit. This does not mean general liability alone - they should also see proof of Worker’s Compensation Insurance.
Are recent and long term references offered from other pressure washer jobs in Maryland?
References will help them determine the pressure washer contactor’s ability to perform the job.
Has the pressure washer company asked for a deposit?
In Maryland and most states pressure washer companies are limited to requesting 1/3 or less for a downpayment. Find out what the requirements are in your state to make sure your compliant with the laws!
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Is the contractor licensed?
In some states pressure washer companies are not required to have a license for pressure washer jobs unless they are applying a sealer to a surface. Find out what the requirements for pressure washer contractors are in Maryland are and follow them to the letter!
Is the contractor a member of the pressure washerers Of North America (PWNA)?
(www.thepwna.org)
We encourage pressure washer contractors to join organizations like the PWNA to help them learn more about the industry and the process of pressure washering. Joining and organization will also open up new avenues of information and way's that you can expand your company.
pressure washerers of North America is the recognized leader in develping and communicating the highest standards in ethical business practices, environmental awareness and safety through continuing education and active representation of the membership.
Has the pressure washer contractor taken any training or certification to learn the proper procedures in pressure washering?
pressure washer companies have the opportunity to take advantage of quite a few certification programs:
PWNA Wood Certification
PWNA Kitchen Exhaust Certification
Wolman Wood Certification
ABR Wood Certification
PWNA Environmental Certification
WRAPI Wood Certification
Alliliance Certification and training programs
WRAPI Wood certification
Important
The most important thing for consumers to know is that pressure washering is a delicate process and to do the job correctly, you need the right chemicals, water volume and pressure. Make sure they understand that if they use a company that takes
shortcuts
it can also cause thousands of dollars in
damage
. Most people believe using 3,000 psi to pressure washer is the quickest and most effective way to get the job done that amount of pressure can
destroy
wood and other surfaces!
At Sun Brite Supply, we take the time to educate and train pressure washerers to help them achieve success. Some of our employees have been in the pressure washering industry and they know how important proper training and education can be to a pressure washer companies success. This dedication to our clients and products place us among the leaders in the pressure washer industry across the country.
Make sure that when a prospective client hires a pressure washer company, they can use the guide that you build from this resource so they will truly understand what's involved in finding a reliable and professional pressure washer company. Tell them to be careful of the many unlicensed pressure washer contractors in Maryland and make sure they deal with a company that has experience and the proper equipment , instead of just the cheapest price.
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