It’s so satisfying to watch something go from filthy to fresh and clean. And while getting the grime off of things can be hard, a little elbow grease is sometimes all it takes.
In nastier cases, you have to get out the power washer – and THAT’S when things get interesting. In fact, anything from a statue to a home or driveway can look completely different once it’s had some water blasted at it.
These 65 photos might just make you want to run out and rent a power washer for yourself. Some of these folks might not have even realized how dirty things were until the cleaning was done!
1. Now it’s a perfect place for the dog
This walkway was looking super grimy after years of going unwashed. After a few passes with a pressure washer, it looks brand new. It even seems the dog’s enjoying the new space.
2. This is what a hoarder’s house looked like before
It’s hard to believe the filthy sight that was this bathroom beforehand Up until someone came in to give it a much-needed clean. Now you’d have no idea it ever looked like this!
3. It’s appropriately named
This truck was so dirty that it definitely needed washing. Appropriately, the truck has the word “BATH” printed on its door. Maybe it was a cry for help.
4. What’s on the outside of that house?
I don’t know what this house is covered with and I don’t want to know. I’m just glad they’re cleaning all that gunk off and revealing the white paint underneath.
5. Most satisfying job ever
Pictures like these almost make you want to own a pressure washing business. Talk about instant job satisfaction after seeing a job well done. This deck looks amazing after a quick wash.
6. You might need to clean more often
The floor at this store was pretty icky until an employee took a scrub brush to it. There’s no telling how long it had gone without a scrub, but my guess is a while.
In some cases, the problem with a dirty deck isn’t just that it looks bad. It can also create a real slipping hazard. This deck is much safer now that it’s not covered in algae.
8. This is going to be good
It’s not surprising there are whole subreddits dedicated to the delights of pressure washing and deep cleaning. This poster had only cleaned a tiny part of this deck, but couldn’t resist stopping to take a photo.
9. Turning the driveway into a golden path
This driveway was not a pretty sight. In fact, it was more like an eyesore. After a good cleaning, it not only looks much better, but also the color changed.
10. That’s 134 years of grime
This Detroit church hadn’t been washed since it was built in the late 19th century. Now it’s getting its first bath ever, undoing a century and a half of dirt.
11. Making an old bench new again
This old bench wasn’t looking too great after years of sitting exposed to the sun, rain, and snow. Now it looks sleek and elegant again — the perfect place to enjoy some time outside.
12. Five years of dirt – gone in an instant
This walkway was so covered in grime that you could no longer see the beautiful colors of the brick. After being washed, it returned to its new state. Now you can see the vibrant red again.
13. So, that’s the color of the floor
Sometimes, you have to see the result of a good cleaning to believe it. Who could’ve known this dark green floor was light gray under all that gunk?
14. It’s amazing how dirty those old buildings can get.
Old buildings accumulate a lot of dirt from smoke, mold, and just regular accumulation of dirt. It’s so satisfying to see them cleaned off after decades or centuries without a “bath.”
15. That bench wasn’t green…
The person who owned this bench always assumed it was painted green. It turned out it wasn’t painted at all. That was just decades of buildup.
16. Thanks for keeping customers safe
When this poster was transferred to a new McDonald’s location, they were disturbed to see the state of the grease tubs. So, this individual worked to transform them using old-fashioned elbow grease.
17. Why is this so satisfying?
One homeowner happened upon a collection of old doorknobs and hardware in their basement. Looking so gross, they polished them. Now, these items shine once again.
18. These old chairs look brand new
The owner of these chairs inherited them from a family member, and always thought they had a bad stain job. In reality, the chairs just needed a good wash to make them look new again.
19. What happens if you turn them over?
The stones at this office building were getting pressure washed, and the difference is plain to see. But I have to wonder what happens if you flip them over to the other side.
Here’s another old building that’s finally getting a facelift after many years. It was so dirty that you’d never know those stones are white. Now, it’s good for another 50 years or so.
21. This is a much nicer view
Maintaining structures by the water is challenging. They accumulate bacteria, mold, algae, and even salt residue. But all that’s no match for a pressure washer and a dedicated worker.
This person was amused when a local pressure washing company got the wrong address and did half their front stairs. At least they got a free sample, of sorts. They might want to hire them to come back.
23. It makes a huge difference
Looking at this sidewalk, you’d never know it’s made of light stone. But after a much-needed wash, it looks beautiful again. It’s amazing how much dirt public walkways accumulate.
24. It took a toothbrush to clean this ceiling fixture
One person had a hunch their ceiling was pretty dirty, so, they put that theory to the test. After scrubbing the rose in the ceiling with a toothbrush, the real color emerged.
25. He was too excited to put his shoes on
What can we say? Some people love to clean. This guy was so excited about the results of his new pressure washer that he jumped right in with his sock feet.
26. Suit up and wash the whole house
Sometimes, you get carried away and start washing the whole house. This guy might look a bit like Walter White, but he’s getting the job done.
27. Now get started on those plants
This garden walkway was all one color beneath the dirt. But, a good scrub revealed stones of many colors. Now it’s time to give those plants some TLC…
28. Winter makes pools gross
These cleaners had a bit of fun with their washing job to show off just how nasty the pool got. Seriously, people, don’t let your pool sit too long without cleaning it.
29. This is such a relief
This machine was in desperate need of a deep clean. So, an employee rolled up their sleeves and jumped in. This is so physically satisfying to look at.
30. Pressure washers get everything off
It’s not just about getting the dirt off. Pressure washers remove everything, even years of thick algae growth. This wall is so much cleaner after a good wash.
31. It’s a completely new driveway
This driveway was seriously gross, covered in dirt and tire tracks. After washing it, a new color emerged that looks so much snappier.
32. Who knew the roof was red?
The residents of this home assumed their roof was black. But a quick wash revealed a secret — it was actually red.
I can’t even imagine what was going on to make this floor’s color so gross. But after five years, one person decided they’d had enough. They broke out the pressure washer, transforming it back to its colorful state.
34. Now it’s a beautiful place to relax
This deck was looking pretty grimy. Even mold had spread up the side of the house. After a good scrub, it looks clean and beautiful. It’s now a place where everyone can kick back and relax.
35. Putting a new face on the Chicago National
The Chicago National was built in 1907, so it’s safe to say it was due for a bath. One passerby just happened to catch a view from the side as it was halfway done.
36. How did this house get so dirty?
This person wasn’t sure if they’d ever be able to get their house clean. Luckily for them, with some hard work and the right tools, they were able to remove all that dirt. Now it looks completely different.
37. Malls need cleaning, too
With all the foot traffic they get, it should come as no surprise that malls need a really powerful cleaning every few years. This picture shows how dirty the floor was compared to how great it is now.
38. When you forget what color the stones are
These stones had been dirty for so long that the homeowner forgot what they looked like. As it turns out, they’re not dark brown — instead, they’re a light sandstone color.
The difference in these stones is dramatic. You might not have realized they weren’t naturally dark but instead, covered with a buildup of gunk.
40. It hadn’t been washed since it was built 30 years ago
This deck was built in the late 1980s. Since that time, it had never been washed. The buildup of moss, slime, and dirt created a slipping hazard. It’s clean and safe again.
41. At least 35 years of gunk
This poster wasn’t sure how long the walkway had gone without being washed. They said it was at least 35 years, but could’ve been as much as 60. Either way, that’s a lot of nasty stuff.
42. But did you run while you did it?
Outdoor tracks experience a lot of damage. They’re exposed to the weather at all times, not to mention, hundreds of athletes. This cleaning job’s a sight for sore eyes.
43. Now it’s ready for a new generation
This playmat was looking pretty grungy after many years of use and storage. But with some elbow grease, people managed to get it sparkling again.
44. 20-year-old platinum, before and after
Wedding rings tend to accumulate a lot of dirt and grime. After all, they’re on your finger all day, every day, for many years. But this platinum one is sparkling after a good scrub.
45. Superman has a new job
When you’re cleaning public property, you might as well have some fun with it. This is like reverse vandalism. It’ll give everyone who passes by a chuckle — and visual proof of how dirty the wall was.
46. This must’ve felt so good
Red brick is beautiful when properly maintained. This deep clean brought out all the gorgeous colors in these stairs. All the smoke and dirt stains are gone.
47. Who knew those stones were colored?
These stones looked like a uniform, dull gray. But after pressure washing to remove the grime, they were shiny and colorful. You’d never have guessed all those colors were under the dirt.
48. How to clean and win a fight at the same time
This guy got in a silly argument with his wife about whether the floor was dirty or not. So, with time on his hands, he showed off the dirt by cleaning in a checkerboard pattern.
49. This guitar will sound beautiful now
Musical instruments are delicate and require a lot of love and care. This guitar was in bad need of a deep clean. Now, it’ll sound even more beautiful than before.
50. Making a white table, well…white again
This table was so grimy that it didn’t even look white anymore. The difference was so dramatic that the owner had to stop halfway through to take a photo.
51. Cleaning 100 years of grime off a stadium
Things get dirty almost without anyone realizing it, especially if they’re outdoors. Just take this stadium that had spent a century accumulating dirt. Cleaning it makes it look new again.
52. It’s the little things
This poster got in an argument with his wife about whether the fence needed to be pressure-washed or not. When she convinced him to do it, he was surprised by how satisfying it was.
This garden statue was looking worse for the wear after many years of standing guard. But after a bath, he’s looking better than ever. And if I may say, even more regal.
54. It’s important to maintain gravestones
One poster was distressed to see that a gravestone had been allowed to accumulate dirt over the winter. So, they set to work cleaning to make it beautiful again.
55. When you clean the former car of a smoker
Even if you smoke, it’s not a great idea to do it in your car. When this person shampooed the roof of a vehicle owned by a smoker, they couldn’t believe how dirty it was.
56. Dirt buildup can do crazy things
This professional pressure cleaning business showed off their work on a deck in Atlanta, Georgia, and it’s beautiful. How do I get a job in this industry?
57. Sometimes you need a sander
Pressure washers are great, but sometimes, you need a sander to get past the grime. This floor still has a long way to go, but it looks way better than before.
58. No one wants a dirty bathroom
If the first picture makes you shudder, you’re not alone. No one likes a nasty bathroom. This person broke out the bleach and grout cleaner to tackle the tub.
59. Ten years of grime gone in no time
These stones had become incredibly gross, overgrown with moss and grass and covered in dirt. Now, they look. They’re probably more comfortable to walk on, too.
60. Now the walkway is shiny and new
Who knew this walkway was much lighter than the first picture? Dirt collects without us even knowing it, so it’s easy to be shocked by the difference.
61. That’s an amazing difference
These stones had so much buildup they’d turned black. You can see the slime and mold growing along with plant matter. It feels great to see them clean.
62. Ten years of grossness
You wouldn’t think that railings need to be cleaned very often, but let this be proof to the contrary. This railing had 10 years of gross stuff on it, hiding the beautiful finish.
63. Why not have some fun?
Pressure washing might be fun, but ultimately, it’s still a chore. This person decided to make it a little more interesting by drawing a cityscape on their driveway. And honestly, it’s pretty good.
This table was so dirty it was barely recognizable. Part of me wonders what on earth happened to it. But ultimately, it doesn’t matter because it’s clean and clear once again.
65. Now it’s a beautiful shade of red
This floor lost its vibrant color and was overgrown with slime. No one wants to slip on brick — and no one wants a gross floor. Presto, it’s back to new.
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