Consumers can get away with hose lengths of around 20-50 feet for washing their house or vehicle, but the pros will need some extra reach.
Assuming a best-case scenario – working on flat ground and normal operating conditions – you typically won't lose much pressure as you increase the length of hose that you use.
The maximum length of supply hose is 50'. Using a longer hose can lower the flow of water to the pump resulting in premature pump failure.
Ideally you should extend the plumbing to the appliance, for both water supply and drain waste. But if absolutely necessary you can extend your waste drain hose to a maximum of three (3) metres, providing the use of the correct bore size, type, and quality of hose, and suitable joining pieces are employed.
Pressure washer wands will extend your gun by 2-3 feet, so you don't have to bend over to clean the floor. If you want to extend reach by 18-24 feet, check out our telescoping wands instead.
When using a portable pressure washer, there is no need for any more than 100 feet of hose. With proper set up of the portable machine, you can easily get 200 feet of coverage because you are using two different hoses collectively. You could easily add an additional 50 foot spare hose for larger projects.
To effortlessly and efficiently clean hard-to-reach areas above ground level, consider using an extension wand attachment with your pressure washer.
No standpipe receptor for a clothes washer shall extend more than 30 inches (762 mm), or not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above its trap.
Hoses come in various lengths, from short ones of 4 feet to longer ones stretching up to 12 feet. The best length for you depends on how far your washer is from the water taps. You'll want a hose length that comfortably reaches your washer from the taps without being pulled tight or too long to avoid tangling.
It all depends on if you are using it for the inlet or outlet of the pressure washer. If you are using it on the inlet side, the answer is yes you can use a 100 ft garden hose. But there are going to be some drawbacks compared to using a shorter hose.
Hose length
The length of your hose can seriously affect the garden hose flow rate, as the longer the hose, the less water pressure there will be. This is because as water travels down the hose, it can lose pressure and offer far less flow rate, commonly referred to as friction loss.
These are maximum recommended flow rates, and this chart is based on a maximum acceptable pressure drop of 15% per 100 feet of hose.
Not much. Under 300 feet, Most users won't notice a significant difference in pressure loss. While some operators may notice pressure drop in longer hoses, it usually won't be enough to significantly hamper cleaning performance.
The answer is yes! We can connect two hoses together in order to form a longer hose. However, it is very important to take into account the diameter of the hoses and the pressure rating of the fitting to prevent any kind of wear and tear of the pressure washer.
If your hose is 100 feet or less, no, your hose will not likely have issues. However, if you want to use a hose that is a few hundred feet long, you will lose a noticeable amount of water pressure. Most pressure washers are not sold with long hoses because the best pressure is achieved from a shorter hose.
Standpipes shall extend not less than 18 inches (457 mm) but not greater than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the trap weir.
This happens when the drain height is too low. Siphoning can also occur if the drain hose is pushed too far down into the drain pipe. For new Top Load Washers, the drain hose should be no more than 5" down into the drain pipe. For Front Load Washers, the drain hose should be no more than 7" down into the drain pipe.
If your standpipe is too short, you have two options. The first is to install a taller standpipe. The second is to add a standpipe extension. A taller standpipe will provide the necessary height for proper drainage, while an extension can be attached to your existing standpipe to achieve the same results.
To do this you should use a hose extension joint. It will also allow you to change between different hose diameters. This option requires you have hose connectors on each end of the hose. Simply push your push-fit hose connectors onto the extension joint.
You may use a cable strap or a strong zip tie to attach the drain hose to the drainpipe.
Superior Cleaning Results: With the right extension wand, professionals can maintain consistent pressure and cleaning power across all surfaces, leading to a more thorough clean.
Pressure washers that range from 2,000 to 3,000 PSI are generally suitable for most industrial cleaning tasks.