Gluten Free Pressure Washing

The last few years has seen a steady increase of business in pressure washing services in Salem Oregon. Every handy man and lawn care service has jumped on board to add it to their up sell in services provided. So with all the options out there how does a home or business owner choose the right match? For many it will be a price based decision with least   expensive bid and whatever review rating they can drum up online for legitimacy. Fair enough, as I make some purchasing decisions the exact same way. But you are not purchasing a tv or appliance here.

All services have a niche. Far to many companies over reach by providing a bit more than they really understand how to do. Fast Finish specializes in sealers and coatings with an emphasis on restoration. Just like the ingredients in bread. Not All bread tastes good, and we have our preferences. Our preference  was to become experts in preservation, longevity and address the problem of cleaning with pressure washing from the standpoint of a consumer not having to spend so much time and money doing it every year. In order to do that we needed to become experts in protection of the surfaces needing the cleaning. Whatever surface that is, Fast Finish is sure to have a solution to protect and beautify it so that it has to be cleaned less frequently and definitely easier to clean when it does need it. That is at the heart and core of every cleaning. Normal pressure washing can degrade and break down the surface over time. Having the right company like Fast finish of Salem Oregon  do it insures that the surface not only gets cleaned but lasts longer as well.

Pressure washing, Bad sealer

Bad sealer on concrete or aggregate driveways, patios/ walkways will generally come off when pressure washed. The age of the sealer and frequency of cleaning, along with the exposure to the elements plays a role in what will strip off the surface. The problem most people encounter is the sealer that remains. The home owner will discover that they are unable to remove large portions of the remaining sealer. Most basic pressure washing companies will also encounter the same issue, and they really do not know what needs done at this point. There are basically two methods of removal for old concrete sealers. They both have their place. The first method utilizes chemical strippers that re- emulsify the old sealer so it can be extracted. Extreme caution and care must be used with these chemicals an appropriate removal equipment is essential. A lot of inexperienced companies will pressure wash the emulsifier off , only to splatter it on surrounding structures etc.. Creating a bigger mess. If they don't have a vacuum system that extracts while it cleans they create a much larger problem.  The emulsifier will also strip paint from surrounding structures or leave the old sealer stuck to the surface when it drys.

The second method is media blasting the surface. This method is typically safer but does require a fair amount of clean up as well with a vacuum to remove the un recycled media that is left behind.

Fast Finish utilizes both methods of removal to insure the best bond for new sealers being applied. For regular cleaning of driveways, patios and sidewalks it is best to use a company that understands what is needed to finish the job correctly.  Application of new sealer over the old will create an unsightly look.

For more information regarding the removal and application of sealers or sealants on cement ,concrete or exposed aggregate call Fast Finish at 503-749-5001

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This was a test on the equipment using Heat and Pressure with no Emulsifiers (Chemicals) Cleaning concrete is a process if you want it done correctly.This is considered a topical clean without blasting the top surface off of it causing micro pitting of the surface.(Which is bad if you don't seal it afterwards) Most of the dirt and oils consist of tire and black mold that has settled in over the years. Concrete is very porous and mold can easily grow in all the cracks and crevices.http://www.fastfinishor.com

This  is what it looked like afterwards. This is considered the first step. You will still be able to see where the stain was in the later pics and how it penetrated deep into the pores.The majority  of the topical oils came up with heat and pressure. Now we will utilize natural enzymes
(bugs)to break it down even further.

Even at this stage we could seal it and make it look good. However, we have bigger plans for this concrete as it will be the sample for various acid stains, topcoats and sealers that we will offer our clients.
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