Before cleaning the garage with a vacuum and then a mop, consider using the right pressure washer attachments instead. The pressure washer eliminates the post-wash rinse. Or do the traditional: hose down a concrete floor; and use hot, soapy water and a mop on an epoxy floor.
Visually inspect the garage, and use a moisture meter to find mold growth areas. Fix leaks everywhere including the floor, door, windows and roof. Use insulation to prevent condensation in areas where warm and cool air meets. Wipe away surface water, and use a dehumidifier to remove moister to below 50%. Use a fan to speed up drying time. Wear skin, eye and air protection when searching for and cleaning mold. Replace drywall mold whenever possible because mold penetrates fibers that are hard to clean. Use a BAC or Quat (Wet & Forget or ShockWave) based products to clean garage wood, steel and concrete. Apply mold inhibitor (Concorbium) to the garage drywall, wood, plastic, concrete, stone and carpets. Use a hygrometer to test that he dehumidifier is maintaining garage air moisture below 50%.
The best vacuum cleaners for the garage
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The unboxing, assembly and installation were incredibly easy. The machine has well-designed on-board accessory storage, a blower and a wet-vac function. The vacuum cleaner hangs neatly on the wall, but I can also pull it off to use the wheels. I have 20 ft. of cord, 21 ft. of hose, and a remote on-off switch. I love this vacuum cleaner for my garage.
This year the top two wet-vacs for the garage check all the boxes. I included the VacMaster and DeWalt for best wet vacuum cleaners. I also threw in the Craftsman because it’s equivalent to the DeWalt.
We chose the Vacumaid GV50PRO as the best garage vacuum for 2023. This vacuum has the highest quality and best warranty, a 50-foot-long hose, and powerful suction even at a distance.
After four years, the winner has toppled. The VacMaster is still a great buy on a tight budget, but it’s not the best shop vac you can buy. For that you need to see this VacuMaid.
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