He could have quit two years ago with a pension equal to at least 50 percent of his salary, an amount that can be substantially augmented with overtime. The average annual police officer pension in 2009 was $58,563, which does not include an annual supplement of about $12,000.
Hiring a professional pressure-washer costs about $0.08-$0.35 per square foot (depending on local rates), but can go as high as $0.40-$0.80 a square foot depending on the amount and type of stains, dirt, mold or other problems.
Pressure washing jobs are generally quoted per square foot of area to be cleaned. Estimate for Do-It-Yourself Pressure Washing: Doing it yourself could run from $75-$500 if you buy or rent a pressure washer. Estimate for Professional Pressure Washing: Hiring a professional could cost from $200-$500, depending on the size of your house. Pressure washing jobs are generally quoted by square feet of area to be cleaned.