Expert Pressure Cleaning Central Coast. Professional Results Guaranteed by Cleanpass Services.
Expert Pressure Cleaning Central Coast. Professional Results Guaranteed by Cleanpass Services.
Hot water pressure cleaning is used when surfaces require more than standard pressure washing. By applying controlled heat, we help break down oils, grease, organic buildup and hardened residues more effectively than cold water alone. This supports a faster, more thorough clean with reduced reliance on harsh chemicals, and often results in surfaces staying cleaner for longer because contaminants are removed more completely.
Hot Water & Steam Pressure Cleaning – the inclusion of hot water and steam in pressure washing, soft washing, and high pressure cleaning is undoubtedly the most significant advancement in pressure washing. This is commonly referred to in the industry as Power Washing.
Professional pressure washer with an autonomous inbuilt boiler system is able to reach temperatures as high as 155°C. When the water used to pressure clean is heated above 70°C it’s double the cleaning power over cold water alone. For every 30°C above the 70°C its capacity increases enormously.
This hot water and steam expelled under enormous pressure create an incredibly powerful high-speed reaction that is capable of dissolving dirt, oils, grease, and set-in stains easily. This power combined with detergent makes those tough cleaning tasks effortless, and very time-efficient. Hot water & steam pressure cleaning provide much longer-lasting outcomes over any other type of cleaning service option.
As a result of the efficiency produced through hot water pressure cleaning, the working pressure (psi), the overall cleaning time, and the amount of detergent required can be reduced, even eliminated completely in many instances.
It’s the most ideal service option in the treatment and removal of mould, mildew, algae, and bacteria. Excellent for the removal of cobwebs and insect infestation, cleaning off bat and bird-dropping also.
Not all pressure washers are created equal. Pressure cleaning systems are divided into two distinct categories: hot water pressure washers and cold water pressure washers.
Hot water pressure cleaning units are extraordinarily more expensive when compared to cold water pressure cleaning units, usually more than double the cost. For this reason alone, there are far fewer operator providing hot water pressure cleaning services.
Hot water pressure washers are far more technically advanced and far more flexible than their cold water counterparts.
Hot water pressure cleaning is non-polluting and safe. It’s incomparably more efficient, effective, dependable and provides better outcomes for longer periods of time.
Simply, hot water makes better sense when pressure cleaning and, in most instances, does not require the use of chemicals like its cold water counterpart.
Hot water and steam can easily cut through organic contamination, oil, grease and any number of stubborn set-in stains without the use of chemicals.
The combined efficiencies allow for a reduction of the working pressure, reduces overall cleaning time, and significantly reduces the amount of detergent required. Hot water pressure cleaning provides a broad range of options for optimising the cleaning process, while providing impressive advantages over cold water pressure cleaners.
The heating element creates an extremely power high-speed reaction that decreases surface tension of the water allowing it to soften set-in oil, grease, organic contaminants, and proteins. This increases the cleaning power, contaminant emulsification and their removal.
High temperature pressure washing is perfect for any place that demands the highest level of hygiene.
Microorganisms and other biological impurities are eliminated without the use of chemicals or disinfectants simply because the pressure washing method creates high temperature water and steam up to 155°C.
This makes this cleaning method particularly suitable for the food and beverage industry, food processing and large-scale commercial manufacturing.
The ability to remove oil, grease, organic contaminants and any number of pollutants simply using hot water and steam results in less reliance on the use of chemicals and detergents. In many instances the detergents and chemicals can be omitted entirely providing a number of advantages. It means lower operating costs which is passed onto the property owner or manager, is more effective, and is better for the environment.
Although a cold water pressure washer is able to “mostly” achieve the required result when using chemicals and detergents, hot water and steam pressure cleaners get the job done without the use of these chemicals and detergents safer, and quicker.
Thermal weed control is the safest option for managing weeds. It’s safer for you and your family or workers, your pets, soil, pollinating insects and the environment.
Thermal weed control techniques are achieved by direct contact of hot water and steam onto the weed where temperatures above 100°C is applied for a very short period of time (a few seconds). This causes intracellular water (moisture within the plant itself) to expand and cause cell membrane rupture. Consequently, the weed will dehydrate and die.
The main reason why this method is so effective is due to the fact that water is a brilliant heat transfer mechanism. The hot water and steam produced enable a more rapid transfer of lethal heat into the cell structure of a weed. This means that the proteins change, break up and are no longer able to fulfil their functions.
The heat required to affect this process is easily achievable using our hot water pressure cleaner. Weed removal using hot water is the only chemical-free method that is capable of reaching the root system also.
We can debate all day about the most significant advantage achieved through hot water & steam pressure cleaning over cold water. Opinions will differ from person to person depending on what matters most to the individual at the time.
A cost effective service is more often than not a significant factor for anyone looking to hire a pressure cleaner.
Key factors that contribute to the overall cost effectiveness are a result in the significant reduction on the reliance of large volumes of chemicals and detergents, the 30% reduction in working times, and reduced labour costs.
When surfaces are cleaned using hot water and steam the residual heat that remains on the surface accelerates the drying time. It dries much quicker than it would if it were cleaned using cold water. The significantly reduced drying time can be an enormous advantage where time sensitive work is being performed such as in high traffic areas, places of business, public spaces, and in the food and beverage industry.
Water, also known referred to as the “universal solvent” is capable of dissolving more substances than any other liquid. However, this name isn’t entirely accurate, since there are substances such as oils that don’t dissolve well in water.
Imaging for a moment what happens if you try to wash an only pan in cold water alone. Then think about that same process only this time add to that detergent, and hot water.
In terms of hot water pressure cleaning, emulsions can achieve a level of stability through inducing a surfactant or detergents (emulsifiers) and hot water. The use of surfactants or detergents (emulsifiers) is common in pressure cleaning when the breakdown of surface tension is required. This aids in the stabilisation of the emulsion by making the emulsification of the oily substances, soils, and pollutants (both natural & manmade) achievable.
Emulsification is the process of forcing together at least two immiscible liquids to combine in a suspension, substances like oil and water. Oil and water cannot dissolve in each other to form a uniform, homogenous solution. An emulsion happens when small droplets of one solution (oil) are dispersed throughout another (water) through force, heat, and surfactants.
Pressurised heat energy is a significant influencer that speeds up cleaning processes. Pressurised hot water and steam loosening dirt, organic material, and carbon pollutants far more efficiently and far more effectively reducing the cleaning process significantly, up to 30%.
This means that more cleaning can be completed in the same time it would if a pressure cleaner were using cold water alone, or cold water and detergents with better, longer last results.
Water when heated has faster moving molecules, this is a result of the high level of kinetic energy found in the molecules. The higher the kinetic energy in molecules the faster they will agitate the detergents and surfactants to make the removal of stains far more efficient.
The heating element creates an extremely powerful high-speed reaction that decreases the surface tension of the water allowing it to break down the oil, grease, petroleum, and organics at a molecular level far more effectively.
Water when heated expands, which means there is more space between molecules allowing more room for the detergents and surfactants.
Importantly, heating oily or greasy surfaces weakens their molecular bond so they are loosed and behave more like liquids rather than like solids. Adding surfactants or detergents adds to the equation and makes the process of their removal almost effortless.
When cleaning agents are used, they become more active throughout the process decreasing work time and importantly reducing the amount of water required to complete the pressure washing, high pressure cleaning or soft washing cleaning task.
The use of cold water in pressure washing and high pressure cleaning solely relies on the mechanical force of pressurised water to be effective, often requiring the use of harsh chemicals.
There is no argument from anyone that hot water is more effective for cleaning purposes than cold water and is considered the gold standard in pressure cleaning.
The inclusion of hot water and steam into pressure cleaning has been a game changer.
Hot water and steam pressure cleaning is far more efficient and effective than its cold water counterpart and can be used in both soft washing and high pressure cleaning.
The hot water and steam create an incredibly powerful high-speed reaction that is capable of dissolving dirt, oils, grease, and set-in stains effortlessly. It’s particularly ideal in the treatment and removal of mould, mildew, algae, and bacteria. Great for the removal of bat and bird-dropping stains, cobwebs and insect infestation are no match for the power of hot water and steam pressure cleaning.
Hot water is non-polluting since the use of chemicals is not usually required making it safer for the environment, and for people and pets.
Hot water pressure cleaning is at least 30% more efficient than cold water pressure cleaning. Hot water pressure cleaning has also become the preferred option because it produces longer-lasting results.
What takes 3 hours to clean using a cold water pressure cleaner can be done in as little as 2 hours using a hot water system.
Essentially, hot water and steam driven under pressure offer a significantly enhanced cleaning ability which means they require far less, and in most cases no chemicals.
Thermal weed control is 100% toxic-free and easily the most ecologically conscious form of weed eradication from pavers.
Hot water and steam are used to transfer enormous amounts of heat and energy through the weed, causing the cell membrane to rupture right down to the root system. There is no need for any type of ‘Weed Killer,’ and it relies solely on superheated water and steam that reach temperatures of up to 155°C.
Oil, grease, dirt, and weeds can mostly always be removed using pressurised hot water, minimising the need for chemicals and other cleaning agents significantly, if not completely.
The benefits include economic savings, less chemical exposure, and protection for the environment, groundwater, gardens, lawns, and pets.
Our hot water pressure cleaning services have become synonymous with exceptional service outcomes. We have extraordinary problem-solving skills, a friendly attitude, excellent product and service knowledge, and great time management skills. We are patient and have a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure exceptional outcomes.
These traits that are essential to ensuring our customers receive truly remarkable experiences and impeccable service outcomes.
The importance of having “current” Liability Insurance and Workers Insurance cannot be overstated. Always check for validation and if you have any doubts whatsoever request to view the contractors’ Certificate of Currency (COC) of both Liability Insurance and Workers Insurance.
Any property owner who allows any contractor on their property is responsible for the welfare that enters onto their property.
Case in point, if a contractor attends your property to clean your roof and slips falling off your roof and injuring themself and it happens to turn out they don’t have valid insurance, then you as the property owner may be liable for medical and compensation.
If a contractor is performing pressure cleaning services on your property and damages say, your power board (electrical supply unit) and they don’t have valid insurance, you as the property owner may be the one out-of-pocket for the repair costs.
Hopefully, after going through some of the points outlined below you’ll have a better idea of the professionalism and commitment of the pressure cleaning company before hiring them.
Firstly, and most importantly, make sure they have both Liability Insurance and Workers Insurance.
Secondly, check to see if they have a website. This may seem inconsequential but it’s not, if they operate a website, it’s a good indication they are investing in their business and their community.
Look through the content and determine whether or not it resonates with you. Check to see if they are posting Blogs also.
Many overnight start-ups will only have Facebook, TikTok, or Instagram accounts because there is no cost to them to set these up. If they don’t have a website this would indicate very little investment in their business. It could also mean they may not have insurance either. These are the types of red flags to look for and are certainly worth looking for.
There are literally hundreds of instances where Hot water Pressure Cleaning may be applied to general Pressure Washing, High Pressure Cleaning, Residential Pressure Washing, Commercial & Strata Pressure Cleaning, Graffiti Removal, and Certified Weed and Seed Cleaning services.
Below is a list of industries and sub-categories showing the enormous scope and flexibility available through our hot water pressure cleaning services.
Whether you’re looking for trusted advice or ready to book a high-pressure clean, we’re here to make it easy. No job is too big or too small – just surfaces that deserve to look their absolute best again. Our team combines pressure with precision to bring your surfaces back to life safely, thoroughly, and ensure they stay cleaner for longer. Ready to experience the Cleanpass difference?
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