Pressure Washer Repair, Parts & Local Service Centers


pressure washer repair

As you know, pressure washers are extraordinarily effective in blasting away dirt, mold, algae, mud, bird droppings, sap, stains, old paint, etc., from just about any outdoor surface.


BUT, if your pressure washer is out of service and you need to find a repair, service or warranty center near you, go to the bottom of this page. I've made a handy list of the major pressure washer manufacturers - just click on the name to be connected to their local service/warranty centers.

But, the best thing you can do to prevent breakdowns and other pressure washer trouble is to take good care of your pressure washer pump. That means making sure you’ve kept contaminants out of the pump - and that you’ve checked and changed the pump oil on schedule, according to your owners manual.

To keep contaminants out of your pump, check the o rings and screens on your wand and hose connections. Make sure your connections are leak free and that your screens are clean.

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Debris can block the screens very quickly or the screens can become worn or damaged, so they should be checked each time, before you begin pressure washing. Such a simple thing, but you’d be surprised how often this step is forgotten and a pressure washer pump is seriously damaged.

Taking care of your pump also means CHANGING THE OIL. For 80% of the pressure washers sold to homeowners, this is a requirement! Check out your owners manual and it will tell you how to check the pump oil level and when to change the pump oil. This is a must!

(I learned this lesson in a very hard way, when I was younger and didn’t adequately check the oil level in my 1972 VW Beetle. My family has never let me forget the disastrous results. Please benefit from my failures.)

Remember: you must use a PUMP OIL that’s specially formulated for pressure washer pumps. Do NOT use regular engine oil! There are other things you can do to extend the life of your pressure washer and your owner’s manual will guide you. (Engine oil check & change, air filter check & change, fuel tank filter, etc.) Follow their recommended routine maintenance schedule.

But eventually, hopefully many years down the road, you’ll have to deal with a servicing or repair problem. That’s just life.

So go to your owner’s manual again and consult the section on troubleshooting. Quite often, your particular problem is covered and you’ll find instructions to help you fix it yourself.

Is it a pump problem? You might want to check out the tips I've offered in my Pressure Washer Pump Replacement & Repair page.

pressure washer questions and FAQ's



Still having problems and think you're covered under warranty? Now it’s time to review your warranty information in your owners manual and note the serial number of your pressure washer.

If your pressure washer is still under warranty, you must take it to an authorized service center that has been approved by the manufacturer. If you’re like most other pressure washer owners, you bought your pressure washer from a store/website that doesn’t have an in-house service department. So you need to find an authorized service center. This is so important! See the list of your local, authorized service centers, below.

Otherwise, you’ll probably end up paying for all the repair work and you won’t be assured that the service center is using the proper manufacturer-approved parts & supplies.




Here is a handy list I put together to help you find a local pressure washer warranty and repair center. Just click on the brand name and you'll be connected to their list of authorized service centers in your area!



Honda Service Centers (Dealerships that will refer you to a service center.)

Briggs & Stratton and PowerBoss Service Centers

Subaru/Robin Service Centers

Kohler Engine Service Centers

Campbell Hausfeld Service Centers

Karcher Service Centers

Powerwasher Service Centers

Coleman Powermate Service Centers


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