Starter kit: what the first paid job needs
Pressure washing comes down to the machine, the surface cleaner and a soft wash setup for siding and roofs. Water supply and chemical handling matter as much as pressure.
| Item | Why you need it | Price on the maker's site |
|---|---|---|
| Gas pressure washer, 4 GPM class | Concrete, decks and fences | $2,120 (STIHL RB 800 gas pressure washer, 4,200 psi, STIHL) |
| Surface cleaner | Driveways and patios in a fraction of the time | Varies by brand |
| High-pressure hose, quick connects and nozzles | Reaching the whole property | Varies by brand |
| Downstream injector or soft wash setup | Siding and roofs at low pressure | Varies by brand |
| Extension wand and telescoping pole | Second-story siding | Varies by brand |
| Garden hose and a water tank or buffer | Steady supply to the pump | Varies by brand |
| Pump sprayer for pre-treating | Stains, mold and oil spots | Varies by brand |
| Chemical-resistant gloves, goggles and boots | Working with sodium hypochlorite and degreasers | Varies by brand |
Pro kit: what a busy shop adds
Add these when the calendar is full and the starter kit is slowing you down. Most pressure washing companies buy them one at a time, when a job pays for one.
| Item | Why it pays | Price on the maker's site |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer or skid setup with a water tank | Jobs without good water pressure | Varies by brand |
| Dedicated 12 volt soft wash pump | Roof cleaning and house washes | Varies by brand |
| Second pressure washer | A helper on concrete while you wash | $1,500 (STIHL RB 600 gas pressure washer, STIHL) |
| Hose reels | Faster setup and teardown | Varies by brand |
| Water reclaim gear | Commercial jobs with runoff rules | Varies by brand |
| Multi-position ladder | Gutters and hard to reach spots | $535 (Little Giant Revolution 2.0, Model 17, Little Giant) |
Van stock: what you restock every week
Parts and supplies that let you finish on the first visit. Keep a short list on your phone and restock on the same day each week.
- Sodium hypochlorite and surfactant. House and roof washes.
- Degreaser and rust remover. Concrete and stains.
- Spare nozzles, O-rings and quick connects. The parts that fail mid-job.
- Pump oil and engine oil. Keeping the machine running.
- Plastic sheeting and plant covers. Protecting landscaping.
What a pressure washing kit costs
The 1 starter kit items we could price add up to $2,120 at the maker's listed price, out of 8 on the list. The rest vary too much by brand and size to give one honest number, so price them with your supplier.
The 2 pro kit items we could price add up to $2,035 at the maker's listed price, out of 6 on the list. The rest vary too much by brand and size to give one honest number, so price them with your supplier.
The pressure washer and any trailer or tank setup swing the total most. Soft wash gear adds a separate pump and chemical tanks.
Prices are the ones shown on each maker's own site on the date in the sources. Dealers and sales change them, so treat them as a starting point.
Where to buy it
Most pressure washing companies buy hand tools and small parts wherever is closest, and set up a trade account for the items they buy every week. Our pressure washing suppliers list names the distributors and pro programs for this trade, and the Home Depot Pro vs Lowe's Pro page compares the two big-box programs row by row.
With Koira: the office side of the kit
The kit gets you to the job. Koira runs the rest: estimates with signing and deposits, invoices and card payments and your day plan, all on the free Office plan. Start with the pressure washing services list to set your prices.
Sources
- STIHL: STIHL RB 800 gas pressure washer, 4,200 psi, checked October 9, 2026
- STIHL: STIHL RB 600 gas pressure washer, checked October 9, 2026
- Little Giant: Little Giant Revolution 2.0, Model 17, checked October 9, 2026
Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.