What should I do before starting a pressure washing job to protect myself?

Take timestamped photos of the property's condition, including any pre-existing damage, before you start work. This is the single best protection against later disputes over what caused damage.

Does general liability insurance cover pressure washing damage?

Typically yes for genuine accidental property damage, but confirm your specific policy covers the surfaces and pressure levels you use -- some policies have exclusions for higher-risk services like roof cleaning.

What should I do if I damage a customer's property mid-job?

Stop work, photograph the damage, and tell the customer directly and promptly rather than hoping they don't notice. Then contact your insurer to start a claim if the repair is beyond a minor fix.

Pressure Washing Liability: What Happens When You Damage Someone's Property

Cracked a window, stripped paint, or etched a surface? Here's what actually happens after pressure washing property damage, and how insurance and documentation change the outcome.