203 results for 'year'

Sweatshirts and Projections: It's That Time of Year (Post)

by Charity WilderAhh.... Autum in Indiana. Time to throw on a sweatshirt, fix a nice warm cup of hot chocolate, and enjoy the changing of the leaves. Except if you are a ...

8 Steps to Creating New Year's Goals that Stick (Post)

“Thinking is easy, acting is difficult, and to put one’s thoughts into action is the most difficult thing in the world.”– Johann Wolfgang von Goethe I’m one of those people — like many — who start of ...

So, How's Your Year Going? (Post)

Covid 19. Businesses closing their doors. Mandatory shutdowns. Toilet paper shortages. Masks – or no masks. Rising unemployment. Tanking economy. Stimulus checks. Paymen ...

Snapshots of the Past 26 Years: My Top 10 Industry Changes (Post)

This past Friday was a big one for me. I not only hit the half-century mark, I also am at a point where I’ve written for the cleaning industry for more than half my life.The year was 1994. I was 24 y ...

Carlos Gonzalez of EBC: The Life,the Legend, the Legacy - Part 2 (Post)

Part 2: A New Look on LifeFast forward a few years to around 1996. Carlos and Bettye were living the American dream. He had a good paying job with a dot.com company in Silicon Valley. They had a nice ...

The Gift of Second Chances (Post)

"Would you hire a convicted felon?"This question was recently brought up in the Power Washing, Soft Washing & Window Cleaning Worldwide Facebook group, in a post that got a over 115 responses. T ...

When Should Gutters be Cleaned? (Post)

Fall is one of the most popular times to clean gutters as they can become more clogged due to leaves, etc.Fall and spring generally are the times of year when gutters become the most clogged due leav ...

How Train and the Clever equaled two times Growth for 1 company (Post)

We recently caught up with Ricky Coschigano of Critic's Choice Window Cleaning at the Huge Convention in Branson, Missouri, where he shared with us how much he loves his Protool Clever Softwash Spray ...

The History of Window Cleaning (Post)

Preparing for his upcoming window cleaning presentation for the PWNA National Convention, Doug Apt reached out to me. “Do you have anything you’ve written on window cleaning history?”I thought about ...

Why Does Exterior Wood Need to be Sealed? (Post)

All wood will deteriorate over time if left unprotected from the elements. Some woods decay faster than others, but ultimately, the elements are not good for any type of ...

Carlos Gonzalez of EBC: The Life,the Legend, the Legacy (Post)

Over the past decade, Carlos Gonzales has become a household name for many in the exterior cleaning industry. Known for his strong work ethic, his positive affirmations, and his ability to stay above ...

How to Safely Clean Cedar Shake Roofs and Siding (Post)

Why do Cedar Shake Roofs and Siding Need Cleaning? Cedar and redwood shake roofs and siding, when properly maintained, have an expected material lifespan of 40 to 6 ...

Easily Clean Screens (Post)

Aztec Screen WasherThis compact easy to use Screen Washer offers quick water and bristle brush cleaning of your screens. The upright position of the 4 brushes in the fra ...

Holiday Lighting Ladder Safety (Post)

Last week, a professional window cleaner tragically died after falling from a roof while working for his holiday lighting business.Each year, thousands of Americans end up in the emergency room aroun ...

Introducing the NEW Screen King Tool for Removing Window Screens with Ease (Post)

The handy, affordable new Screen King tool is designed to help you remove a wide variety of window screens quickly and easily from the outside or inside without damage, ...

Which is better: an automatic carwash or washing your car at home? (Post)

Washing your car is important to keep it looking great, extending its life, and sustaining its resale value. While the easiest method may seem like simply running it thr ...

JRC University: Building Confidence and Connections (Post)

“No matter how many YouTube videos I watched or Facebook groups I joined, I never felt like I had truly invested in my business. Once I had completed the JRC Unive ...

Limited Quantities of Unger's Black Series Available (Post)

J. Racenstein is now carrying a limited quantity of the new Unger Limited Edition Black Series squeegees, mops, and rubbers. .Each product in the Black Series window-c ...

International Shipping for Cleaning Products at J. Racenstein (Post)

Yes, we ship many window cleaning supplies and other cleaning products internationally! At J. Racenstein, we are happy to introduce our new partnershipw ith FedEx Cross ...

12 Days of Deals SNEAK PEAK (Post)

12. Days. of Deals.We're making it interesting this year with 12 new deals never seen before. From December 13th - 24th, we will be releasing a new deal every day from across our entire catalog. All ...

Understanding New Changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) (Post)

During the Covid-19 pandemic, many in the industry have utilized the government’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act of 2020 in order to keep their compan ...

Turning COVID-19 Cancellations into Work - Part 1 (Post)

COVID-19 is shaking the world.But you already knew that. Not only is the Coronavirus shutting down schools, gyms, public places, etc., but it is also closing down offices and businesses. This pandem ...

Carbon vs SS Blades (Post)

Which Scraper Blade Should I Use When? Not all scraping jobs are the same, and neither are all scrapers. Here’s how to know what to use when:The .15mm stainless steel is the original Triumph bla ...

How J. Racenstein Makes International Shipping for Cleaning Companies Easy (Post)

J. Racenstein has been serving window cleaning and other cleaning customers for over 110 years, allowing us to offer many items you cannot find elsewhere. Now we’re happ ...

J Racenstein University: Two Thumbs Up (Post)

Why Should You attend J. Racenstein University? Just ask our attendees:“J. Racenstein is a wonderful resource for reliable products and people who only want to see you succeed. Whether you’re ju ...

Bio-Solv to the Rescue (Post)

Lance Golden of Golden Touch Carpet & Window Cleaning LLC was recently cleaning a commercial client’s windows when his customer approached him with a problem that ...

JRC Training Helps Contractor Land First Commercial Job (Post)

Ed, who has owned a Maryland-based janitorial business for over 30 years, wanted to find a way to differentiate his commercial cleaning company, so he decided to attend one of our two-day exterior cl ...

Purple Magic Works Wonders on Never-Been-Cleaned Alucobond Panels (Post)

Christian Militello of Militello Painting and Power Washing recently took on his first project that involved cleaning Alucobond panels for a restaurant at a local shopping mall. “The restaurant is at ...

Portable SoftWash Unit (Post)

The ProTool Clever SoftWash Sprayer is portable... “I love that the Clever can easily be placed in the back of my employees’ larger cars,” said Tim Carver of Fish Window ...

Whats on YOUR Wish List This Christmas? (Post)

With Christmas less than a month away, I’ve been thinking about I would like for the holidays this year. So far, all I’ve come up with is a cheap waterproof speaker so I can properly sing in the show ...

When to change my filters? (Post)

Use this sign up form for email reminders on your RODI systemIt will pop up within 30 secondsThere are 3 filters on a RODI system: a carbon, reverse osmosis (RO) and a DI filter. These all need to be ...

Choosing the Best RODI System for Window Cleaning or Solar Panel Cleaning (Post)

When it comes to RODI systems for water fed pole widow cleaning or solar panel cleaning, RODI carts were the the only real option...until now. Traditional RODI cart ...

Get Ready for the Stuff of Life (Post)

As a business owner, and especially as an owner/operator, it’s so important to have coverage that will take care of your family if something happens and you cannot work.A few days before Thanksgiving ...

How to Market your Cleaning Company this Season (Post)

Fall cleaning, just like spring cleaning, is important for keeping homes and businesses clean, sanitary, and tidy. Since colder weather is just around the corner, many residential and commercial prop ...

Carlos Gonzalez of EBC: The Life,the Legend, the Legacy - Part 3 (Post)

Editor’s Note: Over the past decade, Carlos Gonzales has become a household name for many in the exterior cleaning industry. Known for his strong work ethic, his positive affirmations, and his abilit ...

How to Clean Window Screens (Post)

How to Clean Window ScreensWindow screens play a vital role in keeping homes free from insects, dirt, and debris while allowing fresh air to circulate. Over time, screen ...

Guide to Gutter Cleaning (Post)

Why is Gutter Cleaning So Important? Gutters are one of the most affordable methods for protecting homes and buildings from the elements, but only if they work. Clean gutters direct water from the ro ...

3 stage vs 4 Stage, Carbon Filter and RO membrane life (Post)

Understanding the Differences: 3-Stage vs. 4-Stage Mobile RODI Carts Reverse Osmosis Deionization (RODI) systems are pivotal in the water purification process, especial ...

ProTool Warranty (Page)

ProTool Warranty Program Best-in-Industry Lifetime Protection for the Gear You Rely On At ProTool, we build equipment to work hard, last long, and make you money in the field. Our warranty program ...

About Us (Page)

About J Racenstein: At J. Racenstein, we’ve spent more than a century equipping professional cleaners and service professionals with the industry’s most trusted tools, systems, and techn ...