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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 ...

Solar Panel Brushes Save Time On Big Cleaning Jobs (Post)

While smaller solar panels like you'll find on homes and some commercial buildings can be easily cleaned using the same waterfed pole equipment you already own for windo ...

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 ...

How Gardiner’s Modular Poles Save You Money, Time, and Energy (Post)

Unlike many water fed pole (WFP) brands, Gardiner’s poles are modular. This means that you can add lengths to your existing pole without having to invest in an entirely ...

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 ...

Working with Sodium Hypochlorite (Post)

The Scoop on Bleach Sodium Hypochlorite is commonly known as Bleach. It comes in varying strengths. But the two most common are store bought, at 6%, and industrial strength, at 12.5%. The streng ...

What Tank do I need for a DIY RODI kit? (Post)

A tank based system provides much better water flow than a traditional RODI cart. But choosing a tank isn't easy. There are a few decisions to make when choosing a tank.1) SizeThe size of the tank de ...

Remove adhesive residue, paint,graffiti or markings with Bio Solv (Post)

Bio Solv is a highly effective Acetone, Toluene MEK and Xylene Replacement. It is 5 times stronger and lasts 10 times longer. Bio Solv is ready to use as it requires no mix ra ...

Choosing the Right RODI System (Post)

While the initial cost of a DI tank is quite a bit less than an RODI system, because DI resin is expensive, an RODI tank may quickly pay off in the long run. An RODI sy ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Determining Gutter Cleaning Charges (Post)

How to Determine Gutter Cleaning ChargesAre you wondering how much to charge for gutter cleaning? Setting appropriate prices is key to ensuring fair compensation for you ...

How Do I Clean Windows with a Water Fed Pole? (Post)

Using a water fed pole (WFP) has many benefits compare to using traditional window cleaning tools like a washer sleeve and squeegee, but it does take a little time and p ...

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.

How Does a Water Fed Pole System Work for Window Cleaning (Post)

Water fed window cleaning uses purified water to clean windows up to 90 feet high safely from the ground. "Purified water" refers to water that has been cleaned, or "pur ...

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 ...

The Trifecta Car Wash Kit: An amazing and affordable solution for washing your car at home (Post)

The Trifecta Carwash KitAll you need for a spot-free car wash at home, all for a price you can afford!Washing your vehicle at home is the best method for keeping your ca ...

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 ...

Helping Your Customers Adapt to the New Normal (Post)

Here in Arkansas, my state has pretty much completely opened back up -- with new restrictions of course. Last week, I took my teenage daughter to her pediatrician’s office to get some past-due bloodw ...

Why Stores Need Exterior Windows Sanitized in a Post Covid-19 Economy (Post)

As retail stores begin to reopen, many are putting limits on how many customers can be in a store at one time. Some larger chains, like grocery stores, have dedicated ...

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 ...

Four Basic Wood Restoration Recommendations from Everett Abrams the Wizard of Wood (Post)

Everett Abrams has become known as the "Wizard of Wood" by his customers for the amazing results Deck Restoration Plus achieves with their wood structures. He is also known by his peers for writing a ...

How to Get a Spot-Free Rinse with the Unger Rinse 'N Go (Post)

Most people wash their car at home using a rag and bucket of soapy water, then rinse it with a garden hose. While that’s fine for getting rid of dirt, bugs, bird droppin ...

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 ...

How to Respond to Negative Online Reviews (Post)

You’ve worked hard using the tips in How to Get More Online Reviews to build your online reviews and it’s going great! Then a disgruntled customer — or worse, a fake one — leaves you that 1 or 2-star ...

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 ...

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 ...

How to Use a Foam Cannon When Washing Your Car (Post)

The Foam Cannon is designed to help create more bubbles when spraying down your car with a professional soap, like Wash Up or Shine Up. The surfactants used in carwash s ...

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 ...

How Does a Surfactant Help with Soft Washing? (Post)

What is a Surfactant? The word “surfactant” stands for “surface acting agent.” But what does this mean?  Surface tension is what makes molecules cling together while rejecting other ty ...

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 ...

Bio Solv for Surface Prep, Paint Cleanup (Post)

Surface Preparation as well as a Powerful, Green Paint RemoverWhether you’re cleaning paint guns, brushes, rollers or lines at the end of the day or preparing a surface for a ...

Why TDS Testing of Water is Important for Window Cleaning (Post)

Why TDS Testing of Water is Important for Window CleaningAchieving spotless windows requires more than just basic tools like a squeegee and water. The quality of the wat ...

What is Soft Washing (Post)

When pressure washers first began gaining popularity in the 1990s, the idea was to up that pressure stream to blast away dirt and grime from houses, roofs, and other str ...

How To Avoid Crushing your Hose Reel (Post)

There is no such thing as an uncrushable hose reel. While some hose reel drums are stronger than others, no hose reel drum is able to withstand the immense crushing power of a pressurized hose.Pressu ...

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