Sun Joe Pressure Washer, Electric Power Washer, Heavy-Duty Portable Cleaning & Washing Machine System with Patios & Sidewalks, SPX3000
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- High-Pressure Cleaning: This electric pressure washer delivers up to 2030 PSI working pressure and 1.2 GPM water flow to help remove dirt, grime, and buildup from homes, driveways, vehicles, RVs, and outdoor equipment
- Multiple Spray Options: This water pressure washer includes five quick-connect spray tips (0, 15, 25, 40, and soap) to switch between narrow jet streams and wider fan patterns, plus a soap applicator for detergent use
- Tough Components for Everyday Use: This pressure washer electric is equipped with a 34-inch stainless steel spray lance with brass fittings and a 20-foot high pressure hose designed to support deep cleaning during routine outdoor maintenance
- Dual Detergent Tank System: These Sun Joe electric pressure washers features two onboard 0.9L detergent tanks that let you store separate cleaning solutions and switch between them easily for different surfaces and cleaning tasks
- Go with Joe: Joe brands designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of innovative, affordable, and reliable consumer tools, including power washers electric powered, for the home, lawn, yard, garden, and garage
Brand: Sun Joe
Power Source: Corded Electric
Color: Black
Item Weight: 24.3 Pounds
Hose Length: 20 Feet
Specification Met: PWMA
Product Dimensions: 19.5"L x 15"W x 22"H
Tank Volume: 1.8 Liters
Maximum Flow Rate: 1.76 Gallons Per Minute
Global Trade Identification Number: 33
Item Weight: 24.3 Pounds
Hose Length: 20 Feet
Item Dimensions L x W x H: 19.5"L x 15"W x 22"H
Tank Volume: 1.8 Liters
Power Source: Corded Electric
Maximum Flow Rate: 1.76 Gallons Per Minute
Maximum Pressure: 2030 Pound per Square Inch
Specification Met: PWMA
Color: Black
Brand Name: Sun Joe
Model Number: SPX3000
Global Trade Identification Number: 33
UPC: 856890003733
Manufacturer Warranty Description: 2 year warranty
Manufacturer Part Number: SPX3000
Included Components: 5-Quick Connect Nozzles (0, 15, 25, 40 + Soap), High-Pressure hose, Garden hose adapter (female coupler), Needle clean-out tool
Unit Count: 1.0 Count
Item Type Name: 2500 Max PSI 1.2 GPM 13-Amp Electric High Pressure Washer
Manufacturer: Snow Joe LLC
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Set name: SPX 3000
If you’re looking for a machine that will serve general home purposes this is it. I use it to wash the car every couple weeks and light concrete cleaning such as driveway and some other areas. For the car it’s great. Soap dispenser and pressure tips get the job done every time. For the driveway it depends on the condition and what you’re trying to do. Will it clean and give great results. Yes. Will it clean as fast or as good as a $1000+ machine. No. When I compare it to similarly priced machines I find that it performs way above them. I’m happy with it. My only complaint would be that I would’ve liked if it came with a more durable front connection that your water supply connects to. That part can leak a bit and requires re tightening every use or so. Tightening it fixes it so not enough to take a star away. It isn’t as good as the other connectors it comes with though
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2026 by M06
Set name: SPX 3000
I RENT A GAS PRESSURE WASHER EVERY YEAR FOR VARIOUS PROJECTS AROUND THE HOUSE, I HAVE USED GAS PRESSURE WASHERS TO REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT FROM THE CINDER BLOCK FOUNDATION IN PREPARATION TO REPAINT, BUT MOSTLY I USE IT YEARLY TO CLEAN MY CONCRETE WALKWAY, DRIVEWAY AND PATIO. I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PLEASED WITH THE RESULTS. DUE TO A RECENT INJURY I AM UNABLE TO LIFT HEAVY ITEMS, SO THIS YEAR I DECIDED TO LOOK AT ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHERS. I DID MY HOMEWORK, I WENT TO HOME DEPOT AND LOWE'S AND I SEARCHED THE INTERNET AND WATCHED YOU TUBE VIDEOS AND READ ALL THE REVIEWS. THE SUN JOE SPX3000 ALWAYS STOOD OUT FROM THE REST IN ALL THE REVIEWS I READ. I ORDERED ONE FROM AMAZON.COM. IT WAS TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK, BUT HAD THE BEST PRICE I COULD FIND INCLUDING FREE SHIPPING. ABOUT TWO WEEKS LATER I HAD MY NEW PRESSURE WASHER. IT TOOK ABOUT THIRTY MINUTES TO READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTALL EIGHT ITEMS: 1. THE HANDLE, (FOUR SCREWS) 2. THE TRIGGER GUN HOLDER, (JUST POPS ON) 3. THE SPRAY WAND PROTECTOR- (ONE SCREW AND A POP IN TAB)-THIS WAS A LITTLE TRICKY, THE TAB DID NOT WANT TO LOCK IN, BUT IT FINALLY DID) 4. THE DETERGENT BOTTLES- (THEY WERE ALREADY IN PLACE BUT NEEDED TO BE "SEATED) 5. THE HOSE HOLDER (SLIDES IN PLACE AND IS HELD ON WITH ONE SCREW) 6. CONNECT ONE END OF THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO TO THE REAR OF THE UNIT AND THE OTHER END TO THE TRIGGER GUN. (ONE END IS MADE FOR THE TRIGGER GUN AND THE OTHER END IS MADE TO CONNECT TO THE UNIT.) 7. ATTACH THE WAND TO THE TRIGGER GUN. 8. ATTACH THE PLASTIC WATER INLET COUPLER TO THE FRONT OF THE UNIT-(THIS IS WHAT MOST PEOPLE COMPLAIN ABOUT WHERE LEAKING OCCURS. MINE LEAKED TOO. I JUST REMOVED IT AND CAREFULLY RE INSTALLED IT MAKING SURE IT WAS NOT CROSS THREADED AND THERE WAS NO MORE LEAKING. IT DID START LEAKING AGAIN AFTER ABOUT AN HOUR OF USAGE. I HAD TO REMOVE THE COUPLER AGAIN, THIS TIME I REMOVED THE SMALL BLACK WASHER OR O-RING AND TURNED IT OVER. I MADE SURE IT WAS SEATED CORRECTLY, THEN RE INSTALLED THE COUPLER. IT HAS NOT LEAKED AGAIN. THE POWER PLUG ON THIS UNIT IS HUGE. IT HAS A BUILT IN GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER BUILT IN FOR SAFETY. THE PLUG IS SO LARGE IT WOULD NOT FIT INTO MY OUTDOOR OUTLETS SO I HAD TO USE A SHORT 5 FOOT EXTENSION CORD DESIGNED FOR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONERS. THIS WORKED FINE. I TESTED THE GROUND FAULT AND IT TOO WORKED FINE. YOU MUST NOT USE A COMMON HOUSE HOLD EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS UNIT. YOU MUST USE THE PROPER GAUGE EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS UNIT IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BURN UP THE MOTOR. CONSULT THE OWNERS MANUAL FOR THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. SO NOW I AM READY TO USE MY PRESSURE WASHER: 1. I DOUBLE CHECKED TO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING WAS PUT TOGETHER SECURELY 2. I HOOKED UP MY GARDEN HOSE TO THE FRONT OF THE UNIT (MAKE SURE THE HOSE IS NOT KINKED). I TURNED ON THE WATER FAUCET ALL THE WAY. (THAT IS WHEN I SAW THE FIRST WATER LEAK AND HAD TO RE INSTALL THE COUPLER) . 3. I PLUGGED IN THE POWER CORD (USING MY SHORT A/C EXTENSION CORD) AND MADE SURE IT WOULD NOT GET WET BY HANGING IT UP ON A PLANT HOOK ON MY PATIO. 4. I SNAPPED IN ONE OF THE QUICK CONNECT NOZZLES. (I DID NOT KNOW WHICH ONE WOULD WORK BEST FOR MY APPLICATION) 5. I RELEASED THE SAFETY LOCK ON THE TRIGGER. 6.. I SQUEEZED THE TRIGGER WHICH ALLOWS WATER TO FLOW THROUGH THE SYSTEM. 7. I TURNED ON THE MACHINE. IT WORKS!! I PLAYED AROUND WITH THE DIFFERENT NOZZLES. I WANTED TO CLEAN MY CONCRETE WALK WAY. THE GREEN NOZZLE 25 DEGREES WORKED BEST. I WAS AMAZED AT THE POWER OF THIS LITTLE MACHINE. IT CLEANED MY CONCRETE AS GOOD AS A GAS PRESSURE WASHER. I USED THIS FOR ABOUT FIVE HOURS STRAIGHT. I WAS VERY PLEASED. THE UNIT IS QUIET COMPARED TO A GAS UNIT, BUT I STILL WORE EAR PLUGS TO PROTECT MY HEARING. WHEN YOU RELEASE THE TRIGGER, THE MACHINE SIMPLY CUTS OFF AND THERE IS NO NOISE. OCCASIONALLY THE UNIT WOULD PULSE WITH VERY LOW PRESSURE ON RESTARTING, BUT RELEASING THE TRIGGER AND PRESSING IT AGAIN IMMEDIATELY CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. I DID NOT USE THE DETERGENT BOTTLES, SO NO COMMENT. AS FAR AS LONGEVITY, THAT REMAINS TO BE SEEN. I USUALLY USE A PRESSURE WASHER ONCE A YEAR SO I HOPE TO HAVE MINE FOR A QUITE SOME TIME. SUN JOE WARRANTS THE MACHINE FOR TWO YEARS. BOTTOM LINE. THIS IS A VERY POWERFUL ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER AND IS ALMOST AS GOOD AS A GAS UNIT. THIS MACHINE CAN CLEAN CONCRETE WITH EXCELLENT RESULTS, YOU CAN CLEAN VINYL SIDING, WOOD DECKS, PATIO FURNITURE, GAS GRILLS AND MORE. AND YES YOU COULD POSSIBLY DAMAGE SOMETHING IF YOU DO NOT USE CAUTION. I AM VERY PLEASED WITH MY SUN JOE SPX3000 AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT WANT TO BE BOTHERED WITH A GAS POWERED PRESSURE MACHINE.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2014 by Simon
Set name: SPX 3000
The good: lightweight and easy to use. has very long electric supply cord as well as long sprayer hose. Comes with multiple nozzles, allowing many versatile uses. The not so good.: the hose could be less stiff. The rigid supply hose gets away is hard to roll among other things. Also the assembly instructions are slightly confusing on how they relate to the diagrams they supply. Overall, well worth the price and it works very well.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2026 by Tod's House of Chaos
Set name: SPX 3000
In a former life I used a pressure washer almost daily. The best pressure washers imho have a Honda GX series commercial grade engine, a CAT pump (which can be rebuilt) and 3000psi+ pressure. They clean well and hold up well over the long haul but are expensive, starting in the $700 to $800 range and out of my budget range. I didn't expect much when I ordered the Sun Joe SPX 3000 but I was pleasantly surprised especially considering the price (Deal of the Day) I paid. Ordered on a Sunday and it was sitting on the front porch Tuesday (thanks Amazon!). It's packed well and that's a good thing considering the box was found upside down- no damage thanks to the good packaging. Assembly is easy ... if you read the manual first, it's clear and concise. I'd use a regular or ratcheting screwdriver instead of a power tool (i.e.cordless drill or impact driver) on the self tapping screws used for assembly- there's far less risk of stripping the hole. Mine came with a metal supply fitting instead of the all plastic one others have mentioned - no leaks. The Good- it works well. The pro style gun tips make it versatile- even at just 2000 psi the 0 degree tip can do some real damage if you're not careful.. No, it doesn't have the power of a commercial grade pressure washer but so far it has done everything I and most homeowners would ask of it- clean siding, concrete walks, the nasty underside of a mower deck or your vehicle. It's quiet especially compared to gas engine powered pressure washers. There's no gas to buy or oil to change. Two year (residential use only) warranty, a better warranty than many. And real live U.S. based humans in customer service The Bad- it's a bit difficult to move with the 35' (iirc) power cord on the rear and the water supply hose on the front. And you WILL have to move it as there's only 20' of high pressure hose. I'm going to order Sun Joe's SPX-25H 25' extension hose later this month- 45 total feet of high pressure hose will save a lot of moving. I disconnect the supply hose before moving- the new supply coupling may be metal but it attaches to a plastic fitting on the machine. Dragging around 25' or more of garden hose can't be good for it. Suggestions- 1. Check your water supply before you buy any pressure washer. Take the hose you're going to use with the pressure washer and fill a 5 gal. bucket for exactly one minute. Check the quantity of water in the bucket- you should have at the very least what your pressure washer is rated for (1.76 GPM in the case of the Sun Joe) and preferably more.. Some older homes with galvanized steel water pipes have id's the size of a pencil due to years of sediment/corrosion and will not have enough water flow as will some homes on wells .... better to know before you buy. And if you have enough water flow, make sure you open your hose bib/wall hydrant/ spigot ALL the way, every time. Using a larger hose can help- I use a 3/4" commercial garden hose on mine instead of the usual 5/8". 2. Read the manual thoroughly before you start, especially if this is your first pressure washer.... you will probably save yourself some aggravation. 3. At first sign of freezing weather get your pressure washer to someplace where it won't freeze unless you want to wind up with an expensive plant stand on wheels. Conclusion- The Sun Joe SPX 3000 is a good machine at a great price and for most residential homeowners, it is as good as it gets. It's quiet, does the job, no gas to buy or oil to change. Update 9/13/20: It's still working and still no complaints. The extra length of hose has been helpful. Store it properly and you should get good life out of it.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2016 by jc21
Set name: SPX 3000
EDIT 2022: I drag this thing around since 2015. I bought it originally to do my deck. It did the job well. I finally unpacked it recently. I haven't used this in 6 years or so. Always in a closet somewhere. Let me tell you several things that will help you, as this product is top-tier, durable, and performing product. 1. Don't EVER leave the tips on after you use it. Recently I tried to start it up. It started for five seconds then turn off, then nothing. I was so upset since I dragged this around for so long, and to have it broken, it was breaking my heart. I read some other reviews. After a day or so, disconnected from the water, it will turn on. So the motor works fine. The thing I did wrong was to keep the white tip on there. Over the years, it corroded and it clogged up. Once it's clogged up, the pressure washer will detect that there is no outlet, and just shut-off on its own, so it doesn't self-explode to kill itself or kill you. When I took the white tip off with a screw driver, not connected or plugged in, it popped off like a champagne cork. After that, it worked great. 2. The soap only works with the black tip. Not sure if you know this. Also, the tube has to be connected correctly. They come disconnected on mine. 3. Buy a quick release connector. I swear, you will thank me for this. Not only does this keep the water from leaking, but it's just so much easier to connect, disconnect, then pack up. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T5KRSPH?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details I was so worried when this machine didn't work, but ultimately, it was my fault for leaving the tip on for extended time, which causes the engine, and internal component to blow up - and that's why they have a built in pressure detector-shut-off feature. I'm really glad they did. I think some of you who didn't have a good time with it, it could be that the tip may have been clogged half way, and it allow it to function until it clogged fully. Buy this. Anything that lasts 7 years from Amazon is worth the buy. For someone around the house who doesn't mind putting the extra elbow grease, this is for you. What this is not is for professionals. 2015 Review: I was very skeptical about the electric powered washer, but for my job, it did it. I'll post some pix. I did my drive way, my deck, and all the stuff that I wanted to blast in between. The trick is to let it fill up first for about 5 minutes before you start using it. That part was confusing to me, but other than that, this thing is built well, and built with consideration and performance. I'm glad I didn't have to pay someone $300 just to do my drive way, because I did it myself, and let my neighbors borrow it to do theirs.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2016 Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2016 by plokivos
Set name: SPX 3000
I bought a 1650 psi gasoline model over 15 years ago. It was loud (of course), difficult to start, and complicated to deal with. The engine had to run constantly and was directly connected to the pump, so you couldn't stop running water through it for more than a moment. Why? There was a the risk of overheating the pump (the pump was water-cooled). Generally it was a pain in the butt. I haven't needed a pressure washer in years, and my gasoline model won't start. I don't really know why, I'm not able to pull the starter very hard any more, and...well...I just don't want to deal with gas engines any more. Thankfully pressure washers have come a long way in the last decade! Now I didn't know whether to believe the pressure rating on this machine. It's only electrically powered, after all, and my old gas model only made 1650 psi. I'm happy to say that the output of this model is at least equal to my old machine, and most likely significantly greater. I am able to blast dirt, mold, and lichen from further away than expected. In fact, I'm using the second-widest nozzle to clean the bizarre black stuff (that seems to grow all over FL) from my concrete driveway. I have no way of testing the output and no interest in finding out how many gallons per minute it's using. It is very powerful, and that's most consumers need to know. Just be sure to use the recommended size hose for the low pressure water supply (the one from the house faucet). Some pressure washers are provided with an adjustable nozzle. This one provides several easily attachable, quick connect heads. I'm fine with that because they are safely stowed on board the unit in easily accessible and secure points, and changing nozzles takes just a few seconds. I don't know about the longevity of this strategy versus the adjustable type, but I expect they've been adequately tested. I haven't used cleaner yet, so I haven't used the nozzle designed for that. With this much power there's no reason to mix chemicals into the equation. Pure water and electrical power is about as environmentally-friendly as washing sidewalks can get. I love the fact that I can start and stop as often as I need. That was a constant pain with my gas model. It does take a second or two for the unit to ramp up to full pressure each time you pull the trigger, and you should pause a second or two between releasing the trigger and pulling it again. I write that only as information for users, not as a critique. The machine works very well; the delays I mention are not noticeable in actual use. The electric cord is heavy duty and rugged, and protected by its own GFCI (on the large plug) for safety. The high pressure hose is stiff and tough, which is exactly what you need and expect. The hose attachments are secure and I have no leaks. I've read several reviews that complain about leaks and suggest replacing the included parts for metal ones. I don't know if the units have been significantly upgraded since those buyers' units, but I suspect their problems were user error. It's 90% idiot-proof, but there are some high-quality idiots out there! Some people can manage problems with anything (see: all the warning labels on McD's coffee cups!). Unpacking and assembling the unit was dead simple, quick, and easy. Good instructions are even included, which is a bit of a rarity these days. As you can see from the pictures Snow Joe provides on the product page, the base has places to hang your cord, your high-pressure hose, and the wand. There is a large power switch on the front that almost seems superfluous. I guess it's a safety feature required for those special people I mentioned above. The wheels are useful when the unit is disconnected from power and water; when in use it's easier just to lift the whole setup and place it where needed. It's quite light weight and both the electrical cord and high-pressure hose are long enough to allow a lot of work to be done without much repositioning of the unit. I am extremely pleased with this unit. It's relatively quiet, very easy to use, powerful, and convenient! I strongly recommend it!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2015 by Nonyo
Set name: SPX 3000
I purchased the SPX3000 last week at a good price of $129 to clean a cedar fence before painting. I had left the fence unfinished in order for the wood to season and dry. As one would expect the year took a toll on the fence with dirt, bird droppings, dirt and mildew. The unit arrived as usual in two days with Prime shipping, double boxed in the usual Amazon container. It was well packaged and very easy to open and assemble. The detergent containers were already in place so it was just a matter of snapping a few pieces together and using 4 screws to put everything in place. My first impression was the materials and connections were good quality. Nothing bothers me more than seeing a piece of plastic instead of metal in a high stress location where you know at some point it is going to fail. I learned from the reviews that Sun (now Snow) Joe has been replacing the plastic hose connector with a metal piece. That is very good news - I wish other companies would follow their lead. Once I had everything together I got to work and was extremely impressed by the machine's performance. At first I was concerned with the 5 wand tips for the various angles/pressure that have to be switched by snapping them on the end of the wand. I thought for sure I'd be losing them. Sun Joe however provides a convenient location for storing them, by snapping them into a post at the top of the unit. They fit securely and are easy to remove. One tip, be sure to snap them in securely to the wand as one time I was at fault and didn't check the fit and it fell off. My fault completely. In order to remove the tips there is a quick release piece that works flawlessly. The unit worked without a hitch for 5-6 hours for 2 days. Easy to pull around, no leaking at the hose connectors, a wand that is light, sturdy and easy to use. The motor is not loud and the pressure is very impressive. You have to be very careful as this is high pressure. At one point on uneven ground I slipped and inadvertently sprayed the fence cutting into the wood. One must be very careful and I hope it goes without saying not to have any children near the unit during operation. I can easily see something like a detached retina happening if sprayed in the face. Safety glasses are a good idea, as in the back of my fence space is limited and I was covered in debris spraying back at me. The 15 degree tip cut right through the very stubborn mildew at the bottom and top of the fence. Very powerful. After the job I cleaned the unit by wiping it off with a small towel and it is resting in the cellar for the next job. Longevity of the unit is important to me so I hope this will last a number of years without problem. A couple of observations. There is a dial to turn on each of the detergent tubs (one at a time). The detergent is not supposed to be coming out of the wand without the soap tip on the wand. I am not sure but a couple of times it looked like it was coming out but it may have been excess soap on the fence. I will need to look more closely on the next job. Also, I wish there was a slightly larger holding piece for the extension cord and brick plug. I will need to see if I can fit it in more securely for storage. All in all, I am very impressed with the quality and performance of this unit. I'll post back if anything changes.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018 by Vito_jr
Set name: SPX 3000
I just spent a couple hours playing with this washer. I cleaned two cars (water only), sidewalk/driveway, house siding/gutters, and a very moldy outdoor wood railing. I've never had a pressure washer before, so wasn't exactly sure what to expect. I thought it would be a bit more powerful. It's not terribly underpowered, but I thought it would be more. Cleaning cars: This is the main reason I bought the washer for. I had a ton of really baked on bugs on two cars, I thought it would be a good test. I used the 25deg head for this. The first car I soaked with water and let sit for a while to loosen the bugs a bit. From about 12" away I got about 50% of them off, at about 4" away I got another 30% off, and at 1" I got another 15% or so, leaving a very stubborn 5% left which I had to break down and use a textured sponge to remove. Not too bad I guess. This was on the whole front end obviously, windshield, bumper, and hood. I found some tar in a few places and was able to remove the majority of it, but I think a sponge and some solvent would be needed to do a proper job. The second car I manually sprayed on a strong bug remover chemical and let sit for 30sec, then sprayed with the washer. This time I used the 15deg head and I was able to get nearly all of the bugs off with the washer. I just had a few places where I used the sponge. Not bad. I have newer cars and the paint is intact and strong. I might not be so inclined to get so close with older cars/paint. I could see it getting under a chip or bubble in the paint and removing a bunch of it. I've ordered a foam cannon attachment to soap the cars properly, seems like I'll still need to use that sponge quite a bit as the washer doesn't get the fine dirt on the paint, even at close range. I feel a bit neutral about the unit for cars, I was hoping for it to work better. Cement sidewalk/driveway: I live where there is a lot of moisture around and my sidewalks and driveway turn black every year. I was spraying watered down bleach to get rid of it but that is not very environmentally friendly, and some of my plants would die! I didn't really buy the pressure washer for this but since it's a popular thing to use it for I gave it a shot. I used the 15deg head and had to be about 2-4" from the cement to fully clean it. This means cleaning a 2" strip at a time, it takes a while to do a large area! I was very surprised how well it cleaned cement, very nice! I'm more excited to use it for this than washing cars. House siding/gutters/wood railing: My house has an aged latex stain on it. The paint is very easy to remove with pressure, so I had to be careful. I used the 15deg head but really should have had a wider one on. I just moved back 3-4 feet or so when cleaning the siding so as not to damage the paint. I think I'll stick to the joe-max/bleach for this task in the future due to my sensitive paint. My plastic gutters where terribly moldy! I got 2-4" from them and it cleaned pretty well. If I was super anal I could have used a brush to get every last bit, but the washer did a decent job. I have a raw cedar wood railing on my porch which is extremely moldy! I had to get within 1" and use a few passes to clean it fully, but the wood looks new now! Quite amazing Quality: The build quality of the unit seems ok. It feels/sounds kind of cheap. Some of the parts fit loose and it sounds like it's really working hard when in use... reminds me of what a vacuum sounds like when it binds on a rug end or string. My unit seems to have a variable output, at times it backs off the pressure for no apparent reason. Sometimes it doing more of a pulsing type thing and other times it's more continuous. It also acts very funny if you release the trigger and press it again before it has stopped moving... it fails to start back up properly and you have to stop and wait a few seconds then start again. Strange! Leaks: I was careful to check for leaks after reading all the reviews about them. At first there was a slight leak where the hose adapter (for connecting your garden hose) connects to the unit itself, this seems to be common. It's very hard to hand tighten due to the tight space. The screw part also comes to a sudden tight spot so you don't get the feeling it's really going to hold. For my first round of cleaning it was fine being hand tight. However, some side pressure was applied to the garden hose and therefore the adapter it started leaking a lot! I tried to hand tighten again, but it wouldn't be. Now understood the frustration people had. I used some channel locks to get it a little more snug, but it was leaking worse. I've seen this before, the rubber o-ring gets bunched up and fails to seal. The supplied o-ring is not very wide and I suspect it's not sealing the landing surfaces correctly. I put in my own rubber o-ring which was 50% wider than the supplied one and it worked as I had supposed. Pretty simple fix. Quick disconnect. I decided to get one of these to make connecting the garden hose easier. I stumbled upon Gardena connectors. Wow, super cool. They're just plastic but work awesome, highly recommend, they are worth the price. Overall I'm pretty happy with the washer, it's not exactly what I was hoping for, but I can definitely make use of it in a few different ways. I'm happy with the purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2014 by Avery