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COVID-19 and its Impact on Our Industry: What You Should Know (Post)

As businesses, I think we are all concerned about how this is going to affect us. The fact is, we just don’t know. No one does.What I do know is that J. Racenstein has been leading the industry for o ...

10 Things Your Customers Should Know About Battery Stains (Post)

10 Things Your Customers should know about battery stainsThere’s no question that those ugly orange or white stains from battery acid are a nuisance, but did you know they are also potentially harm ...

What you need to Know about Sap in the wood planks, Wizard of Wood (Post)

Wizard of Wood describes what Sap in the Pine or Conifer wood planks means to your deck. Click for video ...

How Using a News App can help your Cleaning Business (Post)

Right after the first case of Covid-19 here in my state of Arkansas, I downloaded an app called “News Break.” (I’m sure there are others.) Although the push notifications can get to be a bit much, it ...

Ladder or Water Fed Pole: That's NOT the Question (Post)

Ladder or Water Fed Pole: That's NOT the Question  When it comes to cleaning windows with power lines nearby, the question really isn’t ladder or water fed pole. The real question should be “I ...

Awning, Gutter and SoftWash (Post)

This class will cover the everything you need to know about Awning and Gutter cleaning. Add this add-on service with peace of mind with tips from instructors with real life experience. Topics will co ...

Assemble the ProTool Flat Pack Cart (Post)

This Article will walk you through the assembly of the ProTool Cart These are the Items that are included in the boxTake them out of the box and set them out to be able to ...

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 ...

Study Examines How To Build Customer Trust in the Midst of Covid-19 (Post)

“Trust” is the current buzzword for marketing experts in a post Covid-19 economy. That’s because in study after study, marketing researchers have determined that right now, consumers want to feel lik ...

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 ...

5 Tips about Birds for Window and Building Cleaners (Post)

New Jersey window cleaners are under investigation for disturbing a nest of endangered peregrine falcons.On June 16, window cleaners in Jersey City, NJ, were caught on camera spraying young peregrine ...

How to place an international order (Post)

How to Place an International OrderStep 1. Step 2. The contents of your shopping cart will be reviewed for the ability to be shipped internationally. If all of the items quality, you will b ...

Pressure Washing and Concrete Cleaning (Post)

Learn everything you need to know about Pressure Washing and Concrete Cleaning with the J Racenstein University Class.  Ideal for anyone just starting out or looking to add on another service to ...

How to Safely Clean Stained Glass Windows (Post)

Before cleaning stained glass, you need to check for a couple of issues:Possible chemical reactions from the lead frames that hold each piece in place.Any potential loose pieces. These can cause you ...

Scraping Tips (Post)

SCRAPING HOW TO GUIDEScraping TipsAlways scrape on wet glass, preferably using window cleaning soap for better glide.Scrape in one direction, always keeping your sraping strokes parralel to each othe ...

Evaluating Gardiner Water Fed Poles (Post)

Evaluating Gardiner's Water Fed Poles: A Comprehensive Guide When it comes to professional window cleaning, the tools you choose can significantly impact the efficiency and effectivene ...

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 ...

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 ...

Glass Gleam 3 or 4? (Post)

Glass Gleam 3 & 4Got those nasty hard water stains? Try Glass Gleam 3 or 4! A superb concentrated additive to water. Designed specifically for cleaning glass and window f ...

Is the RO Still Working? (Post)

How do I know if my RO is any good?You can test for that.With the H2Pro, it's very simple because you divert the RO water to the RO output and you can test the water right there.On some systems, howe ...

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 ...

How to Get More Online Reviews (Post)

A new study released by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that customers of service industries — including window cleaning, pressure washing, and gutter cleaning — listed their top 3 rea ...

Who Wants to be a Millionaire (Post)

I recently attended the 2019 PWNA National Convention, where I was reminded that are some extremely successful companies in this industry that are grossing in the millions each year. Again, that’s mi ...

Why Gutter Cleaning is Important (Post)

“Out of sight, out of mind” is generally not a good idea to apply to a home’s gutters. Just because they can’t be seen doesn’t mean they don’t have to get maintained! Why Gutte ...

How to Remove Grease Stains from Concrete (Post)

Grease and oil are made from organic materials. Therefore, on the pH scale, you need an alkaline (base) to remove these stains because bases break down organic material.

Watch for Re-Closings as Well as Reopenings (Post)

As the economy continues to reopen, watch for specific updates not only about reopenings, but also temporary re-closings. For example, I just a news article that in Nort ...

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 ...

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 ...

12v electric pumps issues with low voltage batter power (Post)

This article will help you understand the issues that impact 12v electric motors when they are run at low voltages … the excess wear plus as the voltage drops the amp dr ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 should I wash my black car without scratching it? (Post)

Why do black cars show more scratches? If you own a black car, you know that every little scratch and smudge shows up. While it may seem like black cars scratch easier, they don’t. They just look l ...

Which Water Fed Pole Is Best for Solar Panel Cleaning? (Post)

Choosing the right WFP for solar panel cleaning is a lot like choosing the right water-fed pole for window cleaning. The biggest issues to consider are how many sola ...

Patrick Clark: Never, Never, Never, give Up! - Part 1 (Post)

Patrick (Pat) Clark is a well-known name in the soft washing industry, and for good reason. Pat’s multi-million dollar company, Precision ProWash, has several locations located across the East Coast.

How to Efficiently Use Clean and Shine for Sanitizing Windows (Post)

Your goal in the current COVID-19 world is to protect both your customers and your staff. Using the affordable and efficient Clean and Shine in your window cleaning mix can help add protection and pe ...

Renewed Openings Create New Cleaning Opportunities (Post)

As the economy continues to reopen, pay attention to what types of businesses are set to reopen when, and what revisions they have to make. Then think of how you can h ...

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 ...

Custom Builds by ProTool (Post)

Custom Builds by ProToolWhy ProTool built for you Skids Are a Game-Changer for Window Cleaning, Pressure Washing, and Soft Washing Pros If you're a professional in the ...