Pressure Washing & Power Washing Intake Forms

Pressure washing looks simple until you damage something. A 3,000 PSI stream will strip paint off a car, etch concrete permanently, blow apart rotting wood, force water behind vinyl siding, and destroy the granules on asphalt shingles — all in seconds. The difference between a clean driveway and a liability claim is knowing what surface you are working on, what condition it is in, and what method it requires before you pull the trigger. The Pressure Washing intake form captures the surface type, stain conditions, water access, chemical sensitivities, and property details you need to quote accurately and work safely.

The form starts with service area identification. A checkbox grid covers every surface type a pressure washing contractor encounters: concrete (driveway, sidewalk, patio, pool deck, garage floor), wood (deck, fence, pergola, dock, log siding), vinyl siding, aluminum siding, brick, stone (natural, cultured), stucco, EIFS (synthetic stucco), painted surfaces, roof (asphalt shingle, tile, metal, cedar shake), gutter exterior, window frames, commercial storefronts, parking lots, and dumpster pads. Each surface type implies different pressure limits, nozzle selection, standoff distance, and detergent requirements — and the form captures which surfaces the customer wants cleaned in this visit so the crew shows up with the right equipment and chemicals.

Surface Condition and Stain Assessment

The condition assessment section documents what the crew is dealing with before they arrive. Checkboxes capture the types of contamination present: general dirt and grime, mold and mildew (black or green), algae (green growth on north-facing surfaces), lichen (hard grey-green spots embedded in the surface), moss, oil and grease stains, rust stains, paint overspray or drips, efflorescence (white mineral deposits on masonry), tire marks, chewing gum, graffiti, and hard water deposits. The form asks how long the stains have been present, because a six-month mold colony responds differently to treatment than one that has been growing for five years and has penetrated the substrate.

For wood surfaces, the form captures critical details that prevent damage. It asks the wood type (cedar, pine, pressure-treated, composite, hardwood), approximate age of the wood, current finish (stained, painted, sealed, weathered/bare), and condition (solid and sound, surface checking, soft spots, splintering, loose boards, nails popping). A pressure-treated pine deck built two years ago can handle significantly more pressure than a 15-year-old cedar deck with soft spots and loose fasteners. The form also asks whether the customer wants the surface stained or sealed after washing, because post-wash treatment affects how the surface is cleaned (chemical selection, dwell time, rinse method) and the crew needs to schedule accordingly.

Soft Wash vs. Pressure Wash

The method selection section educates the customer on the difference between pressure washing and soft washing, then captures their preference or lets the contractor recommend. Pressure washing (high-pressure water, 1,500–4,000 PSI) works on hard surfaces like concrete, brick, and stone that can withstand the force. Soft washing (low-pressure application of cleaning solution, typically under 500 PSI, followed by a low-pressure rinse) is required for delicate surfaces like roof shingles, vinyl siding, stucco, EIFS, painted wood, and window screens. Using high pressure on a soft-wash surface causes damage; using soft wash on a high-pressure surface wastes time and may not remove embedded stains.

The form captures chemical sensitivity and environmental concerns. It asks whether anyone in the household has chemical sensitivities or respiratory conditions, whether there are pets that use the yard, whether there is a garden, landscaping, or fish pond adjacent to the work area, and whether the property is on a well or municipal water. It documents runoff requirements: some municipalities and HOAs regulate pressure washing runoff (especially for commercial properties), and the form asks whether wastewater containment and recovery is required. For commercial jobs, it captures grease trap and oil-water separator locations.

Water Source and Property Access

Water access directly affects whether the crew can work efficiently or at all. The form asks about the water source: outdoor spigot (front, back, side of house), indoor faucet requiring a hose through a window or door, well water (which may have low flow rate or high mineral content), fire hydrant (requires a meter and permit), or water tank on-site. It captures water pressure if known, because a spigot delivering 4 gallons per minute through a 50-foot garden hose may not feed a machine rated for 5.5 GPM. For properties without adequate water supply, the contractor needs to bring a buffer tank, and that changes the equipment load and potentially the pricing.

Property access details include gate codes, parking restrictions, whether the work area is fenced, whether scaffolding or ladders are needed for upper-story surfaces, and whether the customer will be home during service. The form asks about window condition (any cracked or loose-paned windows that could fail under pressure), exterior lighting fixtures, security cameras, and other items mounted to surfaces being cleaned. It captures whether outdoor furniture, grills, planters, and vehicles need to be moved and whether the customer will move them or expects the crew to.

Scheduling and Commercial Considerations

The scheduling section captures timing preferences and constraints. It asks whether the customer prefers a specific day of the week, whether there are noise restrictions (HOA quiet hours, municipal noise ordinances), and whether this is a one-time service or a recurring maintenance contract (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual). For commercial properties, the form captures business hours, preferred service window (before open, after close, weekends), and whether any areas need to remain accessible to customers or employees during the work.

Pricing

Each form is $12.99 for the complete set (intake + questionnaire), $9.99 for intake only, or $6.99 for questionnaire only. All PDFs are fillable in Adobe Reader and password-protected against editing.

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