Pressure washer repairs we handle
- Engine no-start and carburetor repair
- Low pressure diagnosis
- Pulsing and surging pressure
- Pump seal and valve replacement
- Unloader valve repair
- Leak repair at fittings and pump
- Freeze-damage inspection
- Winterizing and storage prep
Common pressure washer problems
Pressure pulses up and down
Often air in the system, a clogged nozzle or inlet filter, or worn pump valves. Check the water supply and nozzle first.
Low pressure
A worn nozzle, a sticking unloader valve, worn pump seals or an engine that isn't reaching full speed.
Leaking water from the pump
Usually worn seals or o-rings, or a pump cracked by water freezing inside it over winter.
Engine won't start
The same causes as any small engine: stale fuel, a dirty carburetor, or a fouled spark plug.
Protect it from freezing
Water left in a pressure washer pump can freeze and crack it during an Abbotsford cold snap. Before storing it for winter, run a pump protector or antifreeze through the pump and keep it somewhere above freezing if possible.
What affects the cost?
Every repair is quoted before work starts. The main factors are:
- Engine work, pump work, or both
- Whether the pump can be rebuilt or needs replacing
- Brand and parts availability
- Hoses, wands or nozzles needed
Service area
We serve homeowners, acreages and property owners across Abbotsford, BC. If you're just outside the city, mention your location in your request.
- Clearbrook
- Central Abbotsford
- Abbotsford East
- Abbotsford West
- Matsqui
- Mt. Lehman
- Bradner
- Aberdeen
- Auguston
- Sumas Mountain
- Whatcom
- McMillan
Frequently asked questions
Why is my pressure washer pulsing?
Pulsing is usually caused by a restricted water supply, air in the line, a clogged nozzle or inlet screen, or worn valves in the pump. Start by checking the garden hose, inlet filter and nozzle.
Why does my pressure washer have low pressure?
Common causes are a worn or wrong-size nozzle, a sticking unloader valve, worn pump seals, or the engine not running at full speed.
Can a frozen pressure washer pump be fixed?
Sometimes. If freezing cracked the pump housing, the pump usually needs replacing. If only seals or o-rings were damaged, it can often be rebuilt.
Do you repair electric pressure washers?
This service focuses on gas pressure washers. Mention it in your request if you have an electric model and we'll let you know.
How do I winterize a pressure washer?
Drain the water, run a pump protector or antifreeze through the pump, stabilize or drain the fuel, and store it somewhere that stays above freezing.