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Pressure Washing in Pittsburgh, PA

Compare 5 local pressure washing pros. Typical service: $230–$644.

Top Pressure Washing Companies in Pittsburgh

  1. 1.J&R Pressure Washing

    5.0★ (89 reviews)

    5.0★ from 89 reviews

    +17248130519Website

  2. 2.JB's Power Washing, LLC

    4.9★ (49 reviews)

    4.9★ from 49 reviews

    +14129735920Website

  3. 3.Mertz Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing LLC

    4.9★ (43 reviews)

    4.9★ from 43 reviews

    +14127379514

  4. 4.Pressure Washer Systems

    4.2★ (10 reviews)

    4.2★ from 10 reviews

    +14129651516Website

  5. 5.Deck-Ed Out

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +14124812970Website

Pressure Washing Cost in Pittsburgh

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Pittsburgh
House wash$230–$644/job
Driveway$92–$276/job
Deck or patio$92–$322/job
Roof soft wash$322–$736/job

Pressure Washing prices in Pittsburgh run about 8% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Pittsburgh, rated 4.8★ on average across 195 customer reviews.

Pittsburgh Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Pittsburgh's weather means for scheduling pressure washing.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 25
Annual precipitation
39.29"
Heating degree days
5,563
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.8°35.8°2.73"
Feb24°39.3°2.68"
Mar31°49°3.1"
Apr41.6°61.6°3.15"
May50.7°70.6°4.17"
Jun59.3°78.6°4.04"
Jul63.3°82.4°3.77"
Aug62.5°81.1°3.51"
Sep55.4°73.6°3.35"
Oct44°62.6°2.52"
Nov35.7°50.8°3.35"
Dec26.4°39.5°2.92"

NOAA station data 6.52 miles from Pittsburgh.

Permits & Regulations in PA

No permit typically required

  • Pennsylvania does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing
  • Cleaning businesses still need any local business license, plus state business registration if operating as a company
  • Pressure-washing runoff carrying detergents, paint chips or grease must not be discharged to storm drains under the Clean Water Act and local stormwater rules

License required: No state occupational license for residential cleaning

Sources: www.attorneygeneral.gov, www.epa.gov

Pressure Washing FAQs for Pittsburgh

How much does pressure washing cost in Pittsburgh?

Washing a typical house exterior in Pittsburgh runs $230-$644; driveways and decks are priced separately.

How many pressure washing companies serve Pittsburgh?

We track 5 pressure washing companies serving Pittsburgh.

Is pressure washing in Pittsburgh more expensive than average?

Pressure washing in Pittsburgh runs about -8% versus the national average.

Why does siding get green in Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh gets about 39.29 inches of precipitation a year, and damp, shaded walls grow algae and mildew; soft washing with a cleaning solution removes it without the damage high pressure can cause.

When is the best time to pressure wash in Pittsburgh?

Spring, after the last frost around April 16 in Pittsburgh: surfaces dry quickly and the cleaning holds through summer.

Can you pressure wash in Pittsburgh summer heat?

Yes, but with highs near 82F in Pittsburgh, crews avoid direct midday sun so cleaning solutions do not dry on the surface and streak.

Are there rules about pressure washing runoff in PA?

In PA, Pennsylvania does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing. Wash water should not run into Pittsburgh storm drains carrying detergents or paint chips.

Should I pressure wash before winter in Pittsburgh?

Cleaning before lows near 22F in Pittsburgh keeps mildew from sitting on siding all winter, but surfaces need to dry fully before freezing temperatures.