Heavy Equipment Pressure Washing in San Diego

Dirty machines can break down, become hazardous, or reach the end of their lifetime much faster than machinery that is well looked after and professionally maintained. Nick's Window Cleaning Services is San Diego’s answer to all of your heavy equipment pressure washing needs.

Get in touch with our team to have your heavy equipment cleaned and restored. Call us at (619) 395-6587.

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Why Is It Important to Pressure Wash Heavy Equipment?

Pressure washing heavy equipment is a mandatory maintenance step that improves operational efficiency and worker safety and helps extend the lifespan of your machinery. When grime, grease, and grit build up on commercial equipment, it can result in overheating and corrosion and cause excessive strain and performance issues.

Grime and mud add extra weight to machinery and can make surfaces slippery, both of which can endanger the equipment operator. Regular pressure washing removes buildup and is a preventative maintenance practice that can prevent costly breakdowns and help identify minor issues before they become significant. It's a practice that protects your equipment and ensures it has a long lifespan.

What Industries Require Machinery to Be Power Washed?

Several industries require standardized heavy equipment pressure washing to meet industry safety standards and maintain vehicle performance. Power washing will benefit any type of heavy machinery, but it's a mandated practice in specific industries.

Here are some key industries that benefit from pressure washing:

Construction

Construction sites often use excavators, bulldozers, and dump trucks, all of which accumulate layers of mud, dirt, and concrete residue. Pressure washing removes buildup, cleans undercarriages and tracks of vehicles, and maintains equipment longevity.

Agriculture/Farming

Farm equipment like tractors, plows, and combines can get covered in mud, manure, and organic matter in the fields. Pressure washing helps remove stubborn dirt from farm vehicles and safely removes pests and unwanted grime from hard-to-reach areas of machinery.

Transportation

Transport trucks, buses, trains, and commercial vehicles rely on regular pressure washing to remove salt, chemical buildup, and road debris that can cause corrosion and internal damage. Pressure washing services also help maintain a professional appearance and make inspections more effective.

Mining and Oil/Gas

The heavy machinery used in mining, drilling, and resource extraction accumulates thick layers of contaminants. Pressure washing is used to clean rigs, excavators, haulers, and transportation equipment and is essential for eliminating hazardous materials from surfaces.

Nick's Window Cleaning Services's Heavy Equipment Pressure Washing Services

If you operate a business that relies on heavy equipment, our team can ensure your inventory is maintained in optimal conditions. At Nick's Window Cleaning Services, we've worked with countless businesses in San Diego and have a proven track record of delivering top-quality results.

Here's what we offer:

Grime, mud, and debris removal
Hazardous material removal
Hard-to-reach area cleaning
Tire and rim cleaning
Detachable equipment washing
Industrial-grade washing

Post-Construction Equipment Cleaning

After wrapping up a construction project, the first step you should (and are often required to) take is a thorough cleaning process for all heavy equipment involved. Construction sites usually involve harsh materials, and machinery can accumulate thick layers of mud, concrete splatter, and stubborn debris. Stripping grime and deep cleaning restores your equipment's appearance and can help you thoroughly inspect it for damage from the work process.

Our pressure-washing crews clean your equipment's undercarriages, tracks, buckets, dump beds, and core components to ensure everything is ready for transport to the next job site. We'll alert you to any visible damage or compromised machinery following our pressure washing and are confident you'll be impressed with our final result.

What Materials Are Used to Safely Clean Construction Equipment?

When cleaning heavy equipment, our team ensures we use the proper materials to thoroughly treat your surfaces without damaging sensitive components. We change the detergents and degreasers we use to match your equipment needs and conduct comprehensive quality checks to ensure no grime is left untreated.

For effectively cleaning construction equipment, we use the following:

Alkaline detergents to eliminate mud, clay, and concrete residue
Concrete truck body cleaners to dissolve cement buildup on mixer drums and chutes
Degreasing detergents with solvents, emulsion cleaners, and surfactants to remove heavy grease and oil buildup from rigs and drilling equipment
Truck wash detergents that address exhaust deposits, road film, and environmental soils
Acid-based aluminum brighteners and oxidation removers
Rust inhibitors and protective coatings that can be applied after cleaning
EPA-approved disinfectants and alcohol-based wipes, which are effective for cleaning inside cabs

How Often Should Heavy Equipment Be Pressure Washed?

Depending on the type of equipment you're using and the environment you're operating it in, cleaning at least once a week is recommended to keep your machinery safe. Excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, and dump trucks kick up mud and can quickly become coated with dust and thick layers of contaminants.

However, if you're working in dusty environments or have equipment covered in grease, daily pressure washing may be necessary to prevent internal damage and overheating. When thick substances are allowed to dry, they can become incredibly difficult to remove, while other materials can be corrosive and impact the internal mechanisms that power your equipment. The more frequently you pressure wash your equipment, the better.

What Types of Equipment Can Be Pressure Washed?

From small one-time jobs like single vehicle and fleet washes, to a full suite of customized cleaning solutions tailored to you—we’re the local experts with a reputation for impeccable service. Here are some examples of just some of the types of equipment we clean regularly:

Asphalt trucks
Backhoes
Bobcats
Bulldozers
Busses
Compactors
Concrete trucks
Cranes
Crusher and spreaders
Drilling equipment

Dump trucks
Engines
Flat decks
Front end loaders
Garbage trucks
Generators
Grinders
Mini excavators
Pavers
Railroad equipment

Rollers
Shoring equipment
Shredders
Shuttles
Skid steers
Tow trucks
Trailers
Trains
Specialty manufacturing equipment

Backhoe Pressure Cleaning

Backhoes are used on many types of projects, from construction to utility work to agriculture and highway construction. Due to their constant exposure to mud, dirt, grease, and other contaminants, these machines' performance can be weakened without regular pressure washing and meticulous cleaning. Our team offers specialized backhoe pressure cleaning.

Starting with a high-powered water cannon, our technicians apply high-pressure water to knock off caked-on debris on the vehicle's body, undercarriage, and attachments. Once the heavy buildup is removed, we attach an industrial-strength hot water pressure washer with a strong flow rate to remove dirt from every crack and crevice. We also apply alkaline degreasers to cut through grease and oil deposits before a final rinsing and quality assessment.

What's the Ideal Temperature for Pressure Washing?

Generally speaking, we use pressurized water at a temperature between 40 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit for heavy-duty equipment. This ensures water won't freeze on contact with your equipment and won't evaporate without effectively rinsing away grime and buildup.

Temperatures above or below that range can result in rapid drying and streaking or ineffectively remove caked-on substances. Our team works hard to maximize cleaning power, minimize safety risks, and go above and beyond to meticulously clean and prepare your heavy equipment for your next project.

Pressure Washing Heavy Equipment Right Requires Professional Tools and Certifications

High-powered water that contains chemicals does wonders for peeling off layers of grease, dirt, and cement dust. When wielded by a professional, grime that can take days to scrub off by hand can be eliminated in the blink of an eye. We are proud to employ a large and diverse staff of dedicated technicians who have been vetted and hand selected for the job. Each member of our team has completed mandatory safety certifications that go above and beyond what is required by law. When you work with us, we guarantee:

Licensed professionals who are respectful.
Fast turnarounds.
Careful attention to detail.
Complete adherence to all safety protocol.
Set start and finish times.
Scheduling flexibility.
Professional results that match your companies image and goals.

Power Washing Services Scheduled Around Your Needs

The longer the construction residue stays on a machine, the more likely it is to cause damage. Build up like cement, sand, mud, and rocks takes away from a professional company image and can conceal potential problems like broken components, leaks and tire damage. To protect the value and longevity of your investment, we recommend performing regular power washing services that can be tailored to your unique schedule and job specifications. Ask us about our regular and extended hours options during a complimentary free consultation.

How a Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner Can Save Your Business Time and Money

If you’re in San Diego and you’ve got a large surface that you’d like cleaned to perfection, you’ve come to the right place. Our highly trained staff work efficiently to get the job done right the first time. Some of our areas of expertise include industrial flooring, tiles, warehouse and factory floors, windows, walls, pool decks, hanger doors, garage floors, and much more. Cleaning any one of these flat areas using traditional mopping and hand scrubbing methods takes a long time and may not be the best use of your resources. Together, we can explore how our pressure washer surface cleaner capabilities can best benefit you.

Call our San Diego office today to request a free quote from the leading heavy equipment pressure washing team.