--- title: Good Clean News | Pressure Washer Basics description: Pressure Washer Basics | If you want the most recent news and updates from Alkota Cleaning Systems, you've come to the right place. We take industrial pressure washers to a whole new level of clean, and we're taking you along for the ride. 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We take industrial pressure washers to a whole new level of clean, and we're taking you along for the ride. Read more! Posts about # Pressure Washer Basics [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [General Information](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/general-information), [Detergent](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/detergent), [Pressure Washer Soap](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-soap), [Accessories](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/accessories) ## [Upstream vs Downstream Chemical Injectors for Pressure Washers: What To Know](https://go.alkota.com/blog/upstream-vs-downstream-chemical-injectors-for-pressure-washers-what-to-know) Alkota Cleaning Systems has been formulating, developing, and manufacturing chemicals and... 2 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/upstream-vs-downstream-chemical-injectors-for-pressure-washers-what-to-know) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [How It's Made](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/how-its-made), [General Information](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/general-information), [Made In America](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/made-in-america) ## [Portable vs. Stationary vs. Skid: What's the Best Pressure Washer Setup?](https://go.alkota.com/blog/portable-vs.-stationary-vs.-skid-whats-the-best-pressure-washer-setup-for-you) When choosing an industrial-grade hot or cold water pressure washer, there are some considerations... 2 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/portable-vs.-stationary-vs.-skid-whats-the-best-pressure-washer-setup-for-you) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [Accessories](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/accessories) ## [Hose Reels for Industrial Pressure Washers](https://go.alkota.com/blog/hose-reel-for-industrial-pressure-washer) The hose reel is usually at the top of most people's lists when it comes to hot or cold water... 3 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/hose-reel-for-industrial-pressure-washer) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [Pressure Washers](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washers), [Tools for the Trade](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/tools-for-the-trade), [Accessories](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/accessories) ## [Are Pressure Washer Hoses Universal?](https://go.alkota.com/blog/are-pressure-washer-hoses-universal) Are pressure washer hoses universal? Unfortunately, the short answer is no. 2 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/are-pressure-washer-hoses-universal) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [Pressure Washer Soap](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-soap), [Spray Nozzle](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/spray-nozzle) ## [Product Spotlight: Foamers, Foamers, Foamers](https://go.alkota.com/blog/product-spotlight-foamers-foamers-foamers) In our ongoing series spotlighting our products, we honed in on our incredible foamers. These are... 1 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/product-spotlight-foamers-foamers-foamers) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [Spray Tips](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/spray-tips), [Spray Nozzle](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/spray-nozzle) ## [Do You Have the Right Pressure Washer Spray Nozzles?](https://go.alkota.com/blog/do-you-have-the-right-spray-nozzles) Throughout the years in the pressure washing industry, we’ve found a common misconception about... 3 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/do-you-have-the-right-spray-nozzles) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [General Information](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/general-information), [Pressure Washers](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washers), [Pressure Washer Pump](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-pump) ## [Pump Issues? When Repair or replace a Pressure Washer Pump](https://go.alkota.com/blog/pump-issues-when-repair-or-replace-a-pressure-washer-pump) A common question that comes up often is, "When is it time to repair your high-pressure pump vs.... 4 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/pump-issues-when-repair-or-replace-a-pressure-washer-pump) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [Hot Water](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/hot-water), [Hot Water Pressure Washer](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/hot-water-pressure-washer) ## [Hot Water Pressure Washers - What Fuel Is Best?](https://go.alkota.com/blog/hot-water-pressure-washers-what-fuel-is-best) Have you ever wondered what sort of fuel is the best for heating your water for a personal... 2 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/hot-water-pressure-washers-what-fuel-is-best) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [General Information](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/general-information), [Steam Cleaning](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/steam-cleaning), [mobile pressure washers](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/mobile-pressure-washers) ## [BENEFITS: Steam Vs. HOT WATER](https://go.alkota.com/blog/benefits-steam-pressure-vs.-hot-water-pressure) Here at Alkota we are all about educating our current clients and future clients, with the benefit... 1 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/benefits-steam-pressure-vs.-hot-water-pressure) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics) ## [Hot vs. Cold: Is There a Right or Wrong?](https://go.alkota.com/blog/hot-vs.-cold-is-there-a-right-or-wrong) In one of our recent posts on the blog, we discussed Hot vs. Cold Pressure Washers in terms of heat... 1 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/hot-vs.-cold-is-there-a-right-or-wrong) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [General Information](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/general-information), [Detergent](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/detergent), [Pressure Washer Soap](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-soap) ## [Alkota Pressure Washer Detergents & Cleaning Solutions](https://go.alkota.com/blog/alkota-pressure-washer-detergents-cleaning-solutions) You've got a brand new shiny hot water pressure washer or a steam cleaner, just waiting to clean up... 3 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/alkota-pressure-washer-detergents-cleaning-solutions) [Pressure Washer Basics](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics), [Maintenance](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/maintenance) ## [PRESSURE WASHER Pump Repair and MAITENANCE: Keep THINGs FLOWING!](https://go.alkota.com/blog/pressure-washer-pump-maitenance-keep-thing-flowing) The pump is a crucial part of every hot water pressure washer. The goal of this piece is to walk... 4 minute read [Read More](https://go.alkota.com/blog/pressure-washer-pump-maitenance-keep-thing-flowing) Prev [1](https://go.alkota.com/blog) [2](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics/page/2) [Next](https://go.alkota.com/blog/tag/pressure-washer-basics/page/2) - Pressure Washers - Equipment - Custom Builds - [Support](https://alkota.com/support/) - [Find a Distributor](https://www.alkotadistributors.com/?_ga=2.184270702.913530992.1648582537-1490367115.1648582537) Follow Alkota ©2021 Alkota Brand for Alkota Brand.Brand Management by PowerChord. All rights reserved.