Written by Brian Patrick Flynn and published on https://www.hgtv.com/
Pressure washers use a lot of water. If your water is supplied by a well, it’s best to tackle this job when other water use is light. You don’t want to deplete your well on laundry day or when your have a house full of guests. And if you’re in a drought, you may want to postpone for a few months.As a homeowner, are you bothered by unsightly stains on your concrete driveway? Concrete stains, including oil stains, are not just an eyesore; they also weaken your driveway’s surface. Quit ignoring those stains and learn how to pressure wash a driveway to keep in ideal shape. Plus, we all know a clean driveway improves curb appeal.
How to Pressure Wash Your Driveway
Contents
Materials Needed:
- broom
- stiff brush
- pressure washer
- pressure-washer detergent
- bottle of spray degreaser
- safety manual
- safety gloves
- plastic sheeting
- painter’s tape
- 50-ft. garden hose
- paint tray
- waterproof sealer
- extender pole
- roller cover
- roller handle
Step 1: Sweep Surface
Step 2: Protect Exterior Walls and Doors

Step 3: Read Safety Manual
Step 4: Degrease Surface
Step 5: Attach Spray Wand Tip for Detergent
Step 6: Attach Hoses
Step 7: Prepare Pressure Washer for Detergent
Step 8: Spray Detergent
Step 9: Pressure-Wash Concrete
Step 10: Seal Concrete
