Nobody likes to have unsightly oil stains on their driveway or in their garage. However, they’re not always that easy to get rid of. There are some things you can try the next time you get an oil stain on your property.
Low-Tech Options
A couple everyday products you might already have in your home can sometimes work as oil stain removers. These include kitty litter and baking soda. These typically only work on fresh stains that haven’t had time to really soak in and set. Simply sprinkle the litter over the stain and let it sit until the spill is absorbed, which should take about an hour. Then you can sweep up the mess. With baking soda, you want to wet the area over the stain and liberally cover it with the powder. After it has time to set, pour boiling water over the area with the stain and scrub it with a brush that has stiff bristles. You can also try this with dishwashing detergent. With either of these last two methods, it may take multiple tries to get rid of the stain.
Power Washing
If the above methods don’t work, you may want to hire an Oil Stain Remover Baltimore MD company to help. Power washing companies can send someone to apply commercial-grade cleaner and power wash the spot to remove the stain. While you can also do this yourself, the results may not be as good. An Oil Stain Remover Baltimore MD company employee will be more experienced at using the power washer so you’re less likely to wind up with a streaky driveway.
Chemical Cleaning
The most heavy-duty method for cleaning up oil stains is to use a commercial concrete degreaser. These are best used when a stain is relatively new and on stains that aren’t too large. They help separate the oil from the surface of the driveway so it’s easier to get rid of the stain. Because these chemicals aren’t as safe to use, it’s important to wear protective clothing and glasses and to carefully follow any instructions on the package.
If you don’t want to deal with pressure washing your driveway or don’t want to buy or rent the equipment, contact Mr. Clean Power Washing LLC. They can handle all of your pressure washing needs, including both your driveway and your siding.
