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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhen the pressure washer pump breaks, how do you know whether it\u2019s time to replace it or repair it? What are the pros and cons of repairing vs. replacement, and what are the signs of severe irreparable damage? Take a moment to review signs that it\u2019s time to repair or replace a pressure washer pump so you can avoid dreaded downtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Pressure Washer Pump Age and Usage<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThe first\nthing to consider when a pump goes down is how old it is? Have you gotten many\nyears and hours of use from the pump? If so, it may be time to replace it.\nHowever, if it is a newer pump, repair might be best. A good rule of thumb is\nif the repair costs more than 50% the value of a replacement pump, it is likely\ntime to replace it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Leaking Pumps<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nIf the\npump is leaking, the cause may be minor and easy to repair. Check the seals,\npackings, and O-rings for wear. These can easily be replaced, saving you the\ncost of a new pump. However, major leaks such as the ones caused by cracked or\ndamaged plungers, can lead to pump failures. Plungers can be repaired or\nreplaced, but the cost should be considered.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n3. Oil Contamination<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Pressure](\"\/\/www.iphanwarellc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-Motor-Oil-OK-In-Your-Pressure-Washer-Pump-1-1024x528.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nAny motor that is frequently exposed to water is prone to contamination of the oil with water. Unfortunately, contaminated oil can lead to crankcase failures. This is why it is important to maintain your pressure washer and its pump on a regular basis. If you check and change the pump oil regularly, you can catch this problem early. Pump oil that is colored white, gray, or milky may have been contaminated with water. <\/a>Discolored oil should be changed immediately<\/a><\/strong>. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n4. The Crankshaft and Connecting Rods<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nIf you\nnotice a pressure drop and the plungers can be wiggled easily, the pump is worn\nand ready to be replaced. The moving parts should be stable and solid for the\npump to work properly. If anything is loose or sloppy or if the pressure drops\nto nothing or has a pulsing action, it is time to replace the pump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Heat Damage<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nRepeated\nheavy use of a pressure washer can cause heat damage over time. Extra hard use\ncan cause pump meltdown. The internal parts get so hot, they actually melt and\nbind up the pump. This kind of damage requires the pump to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Pump Head Scoring<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nIf the brass pump head gets scored, worn, or washed out, it is time to replace the entire pump. A pump head must remain smooth in order to seal correctly. It won\u2019t last much longer in a damaged state, and brass pump heads are expensive parts to replace. When the pump head is damaged, replace the entire pump so you can get back to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7. Expert Service, Repair and Replacement<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nIf your\npressure washer pump is out of warranty, you may want to replace some parts\nyourself. Order them from McHenry for fast delivery right to your door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Pressure Washer Parts<\/a><\/strong> <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If you\naren\u2019t confident in your skills in maintaining, repairing, or replacing a\npressure washer pump, leave it to the experts. Trained technicians from McHenry\nwill make your repair efficiently using manufacturer\u2019s recommended techniques. Call\nus for on-site repair or bring your pressure washer to us for the service it\nneeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Pressure Washer Service and Repair<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
When your pressure washer breaks down, McHenry can get you back up and running quickly. To learn more about our pressure washer pump repair services, please contact us<\/a><\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When the pressure washer pump breaks, how do you know whether it\u2019s time to replace it or repair it? What are the pros and cons of repairing vs. replacement, and what are the signs of severe irreparable damage? Take a moment to review signs that it\u2019s time to repair or replace a pressure washer pump […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,2,4],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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If the\npump is leaking, the cause may be minor and easy to repair. Check the seals,\npackings, and O-rings for wear. These can easily be replaced, saving you the\ncost of a new pump. However, major leaks such as the ones caused by cracked or\ndamaged plungers, can lead to pump failures. Plungers can be repaired or\nreplaced, but the cost should be considered.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Any motor that is frequently exposed to water is prone to contamination of the oil with water. Unfortunately, contaminated oil can lead to crankcase failures. This is why it is important to maintain your pressure washer and its pump on a regular basis. If you check and change the pump oil regularly, you can catch this problem early. Pump oil that is colored white, gray, or milky may have been contaminated with water. <\/a>Discolored oil should be changed immediately<\/a><\/strong>. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\nnotice a pressure drop and the plungers can be wiggled easily, the pump is worn\nand ready to be replaced. The moving parts should be stable and solid for the\npump to work properly. If anything is loose or sloppy or if the pressure drops\nto nothing or has a pulsing action, it is time to replace the pump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Repeated\nheavy use of a pressure washer can cause heat damage over time. Extra hard use\ncan cause pump meltdown. The internal parts get so hot, they actually melt and\nbind up the pump. This kind of damage requires the pump to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the brass pump head gets scored, worn, or washed out, it is time to replace the entire pump. A pump head must remain smooth in order to seal correctly. It won\u2019t last much longer in a damaged state, and brass pump heads are expensive parts to replace. When the pump head is damaged, replace the entire pump so you can get back to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your\npressure washer pump is out of warranty, you may want to replace some parts\nyourself. Order them from McHenry for fast delivery right to your door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\naren\u2019t confident in your skills in maintaining, repairing, or replacing a\npressure washer pump, leave it to the experts. Trained technicians from McHenry\nwill make your repair efficiently using manufacturer\u2019s recommended techniques. Call\nus for on-site repair or bring your pressure washer to us for the service it\nneeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When your pressure washer breaks down, McHenry can get you back up and running quickly. To learn more about our pressure washer pump repair services, please contact us<\/a><\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When the pressure washer pump breaks, how do you know whether it\u2019s time to replace it or repair it? What are the pros and cons of repairing vs. replacement, and what are the signs of severe irreparable damage? Take a moment to review signs that it\u2019s time to repair or replace a pressure washer pump […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,2,4],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n3. Oil Contamination<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n4. The Crankshaft and Connecting Rods<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
5. Heat Damage<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
6. Pump Head Scoring<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
7. Expert Service, Repair and Replacement<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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