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Many concrete surfaces accumulate dirt so slowly that it's difficult to notice the change in appearance. But when a concrete surface is cleaned, it's often shocking how much better it looks.

Property owners that schedule periodic cleaning can avoid the gradual accumulation of dirt on concrete, and the most effective way to clean concrete without damaging its surface is power washing. Most power-washing equipment is simple to use and cleaning procedures are pretty straightforward. By using the right equipment, water temperature, and cleaning chemicals, contractors can clean virtually all dirt and stains from concrete.

Editor's note:

Rather than doing the power washing yourself, you may want to consider hiring a power-washing sub- contractor. For a list of contractors in your area, contact Power Washers of North America, P.O. Box 2296 Vincentown, NJ 08088 (1-800-393-7963; fax:1-609-268-9778; e-mail: pwnahq@pwna.org; Web site: www.pwna.org).

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