I bought this unit for two reasons, Honda engine and power. I can not stress that in the hands of an inexperienced user the probability of damaging something is high. At 4200 psi with 4.0 gpm this unit has some serious kick, you will get a work out after an hour of use. Proper care and periodic maintenance and this pressure washer will last for years.........again proper upkeep. If you got one and it did not work right out of the box more likely it was damaged during transport. Any review from someone down playing this units capabilities or its quality is coming from and average user and not professional.

I originally bought a less powerful model from another manufacturer. I wasn't pleased and set out to get a better power washer for my home. I checked many models, features, and cost. The Simpson PS4240 is the bomb -- by far the best product and cost. Has the power to do any job and the durability to last a long time.

I bought this pressure washer as a starter unit for my pressure washer business. This pressure washer is very powerful. The hose is very well made however it is quite difficult to handle since it is steel braided. The Wand is of top quality. When it comes to starting, the motor starts almost instantly and it can hold a high rev for a very long period of time.

I read some reviews, both positive and negative Saw on the negative how poorly packed the product arrived. Did not have that problem AT ALL! I must not be the only one reading them. Great job packing team! Everything is so nice when new I assembled the unit very easily I live in NorCal, so I purchased some ethanol shield to protect my investment (why not?, it’s just $$$ on top of the still high price of Eco friendly fuel, right?) It fired up first pull, nice!! I ran it and it does a great job! Makes ya not wanna put it down The thing started vibrating pretty loudly, so I quit for that day and after it cooled, I checked it out Apparently someone forgot to tighten the flare nuts on two of the motor mounts. 43 cents later, I had a nice running pressure washer, and have had ever since Thanks Simpson

Bought the Simpson 4240 at Lowes along with a Surface Cleaner. First use was our front driveway and side walks - the combo did a GREAT job. Between the Simpson's high pressure/high volume output with a stainless steel 15 " surface cleaner - the job went quickly with wonderful results.

As a long-standing power washer user I know they can be both temperamental and ineffective. My Simpson is neither. It cleans like an industrial machine, has Honda’s best motor and arguably the best pump on the market a AAA. I’m sticking with Simpson in the future.

Hey Simpson thanks for the reminder to leave you a review. The pressure washer came with damage on top of the engine. The water outlet was the wrong size and did not match the hose. The engine wouldn't start fresh out of the box. I've heard horror stories about dealing with the service centers so I decided to return that hunk of junk. Cost me time and money.

This machine is more expensive than the one it replaces but has some better features like a chrome or maybe it's SS gas cap. My old machine had a cheap carbon steel one that rusted very soon after purchase. This one runs well I just hope the pump doesn't explode like my last one.

I just used this washer for the first time through the weekend. It started on the second pull the first time and on the first pull every other time. My last pressure washer was a 3200psi and it didn't compare to this one. Very strong running motor and a great pump. I've only used it for one weekend so far but if it keeps performing like it has, I'll be 100% satisfied with my decision to spend a little extra on this one. I've read many bad reviews on this washer but all I can figure is that those people didn't read all of the do's and don't s in the instructions before operating. I learned a lot about pressure washers just by doing the required reading before touching the unit. If you follow the requirements, you'll be very happy with this unit.

Appears to be a well constructed piece of equipment of good quality. It has a Honda engine that I have great success with on other power equipment. It is very stylish and the color (basic black with silver accent) compliments my other equipment . I hope this helps those considering a power washer..