172 results for 'veri'

Chemical Compatibility for Acetal Pushfit connectors (Post)

Chemical Property CompatibilityAcetal push fit fittings have a very good resistance to inorganic chemicals, oils and fats and synthetic detergents.They are resistant to inorganic chemi ...

RHG Ultra Valve (Post)

Why use a hard-to-turn ball, easy-to-break ball valve when you can choose the sturdy new easy-to-use Ultravalve from RHG? That's the question Nando Medina of ProWindowz in Los Angeles asked during a ...

Can you use a Water Fed Pole in Winter? (Post)

Can You Use a Water Fed Pole in Winter?The short answer is yes, you can still use your water fed pole in the winter, although some extra precautions need to be taken.1. Be careful of runoff. If y ...

Purple Magic to the Rescue (Post)

Dustin Force of Extra Mile Power Washing, LLC, was recently hired to wash a car dealership’s building, including the front entryway, which consisted of a 30 x 20-foot Alucobond (ACM) arch. Having nev ...

Removing Hard Water Stains with Diamond Magic (Post)

Creams and pastes are mildly aggressive. While they do not typically scratch the surface, it can happen, so use caution.Diamond Magic is a creme compounded with special formulation and real diamond d ...

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 ...

Choosing the Right Sleeve (Post)

The window-cleaning sleeve may be more important than you realize. A good agitation from your sleeve is what actually cleans off the dirt and pollutants, then the squeegee removes the remaining water ...

Bio Solv for Transit Cleanup, Graffiti Removal (Post)

A Green Cleaner for Transportation Facilities MaintenanceGraffiti removal and cleanup of busses, subways, bus stops, and railway stations is an expensive and time consumi ...

How to Choose a Soft Wash System (Post)

Soft washing is the process of using the correct cleaning chemicals to kill organic matter like Gloesocapsa Magma algae (the black streaks on roofs), moss, mold, and lic ...

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 ...

Electrostatic Backpack Sprayer Overview (Post)

ELECTROSTATIC BACKPACK SPRAYEROverview and How-to on the Electrostatic Backpack Sprayer.Electrostatic Charging of the Spraying FluidOffers 5 times the efficiency of standard sprayersUse 50% less Chem ...

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 ...

Selecting between the Wash and Go and the Refillable DI Resin Water Purification System (Post)

selecting between the Wash and Go and the Refillable DI Resin Water Purification Systemit's essential to understand how each system aligns with your cleaning needs.Wash ...

Tools to Safely Clean a Gutter from a Ladder (Post)

If you’re going to use a ladder, make sure you implement best practices by doing it correctly and following OSHA’s guidelines. In addition to maintaining three points of conta ...

How Do I Remove Those Ugly Black Stripes on Gutters? (Post)

Often referred to as “tiger stripes” or “zebra stripes” by industry members, those ugly black stains on gutters are the result of a chemical reaction between the asphalt in roof shingles and the anod ...

Carlos Gonzalez of EBC: The Life,the Legend, the Legacy - Part 4 - Wash On! (Post)

Editor’s Note: Since starting this series on Carlos Gonzales of EnviroBio Cleaner (EBC), he has received private messages from people around the globe who’ve been encouraged by his story. That was pa ...

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 ...

When Should I Flush My RODI Filters (Post)

Imagine what a coffee filter looks like after it's used. That's a lot like what your RO filter looks like after you run your RODI system, due to all the dirt and other c ...

Troubleshooting the Solar Rotary Brush (Post)

Rotary Brush TroubleshootingMaintenance/Repair Instructions If Brush Does NOT SpinThis can be performed in the field1. Unscrew with appropriate wrench (size 19) the rod ...

How to Select the Best Sanitizing Sprayer for Your Needs (Post)

Since the onset of Covid 19, cleaning companies have become increasingly aware of the benefits of providing interior and exterior sanitizing services. It’s an affordable ...

Business Owner or Entrepreneur: Which One Are You? (Post)

Banner entrepreneur concept with business vector iconsOver the weekend, I read an article from Business News Daily that argued that just because you are a business owner doesn’t mean you are necessar ...

What You Can Do about Fake Negative Online Reviews (Post)

Sometimes negative reviews are legitimate and, unfortunately, sometimes they are just made up. It’s not unheard of for disgruntled employees or competitors to post negative reviews under fake names i ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Is it Efflorescence or Something Else? (Post)

Efflorescence is a white, chalky deposit that is caused by excessive moisture in a masonry wall. With new construction, efflorescence sometimes develops what’s sometime ...

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 ...

Best Cleaners for Concrete (Post)

The best cleaners for concreteConcrete is widely used in construction for its strength and versatility, but over time, it can accumulate dirt and stains, dulling its appearance. To keep your concrete ...

Can You Use Dish Soap for Cleaning Windows? Why is Glass Gleam better? (Post)

Can You Use Dish Soap for Window Cleaning? Professional window cleaners often use dish soaps like Dawn or Joy to help their window cleaning squeegees glide. However, dish soaps are degrease ...

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 to Clean an Extra Dirty Roof (Post)

The most common problem that shingle roofs face are the black streaks caused by Gloeocapsa Magma, a type of algae that feeds on the limestone aggregate from roofs and ca ...

How to Replace DI Resin (Post)

How to Replace DI Resin in Water Purification SystemsReplacing deionization (DI) resin is a critical maintenance task to ensure the continued efficiency of your water pu ...

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 ...

How Disinfectant Micron Size Affects Your Sanitizing Processes (Post)

Interior and exterior sanitizing is a natural and necessary new add-on service for many in the window cleaning and pressure washing industry. The equipment and supplies ...

Troubleshooting The Counter Rotating Solar Brush (Post)

Counter Rotating Brush TroubleshootingMaintenance/Repair Instructions on BrushIf 1 or 2 Brushes Do Not Turn.This can be performed in the field1-C) Check the various hydraulic ...

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 ...

ProTool Restore All Before and After Cleaning Performance (Post)

ProTool Restore All Before and After Cleaning PerformanceProTool Restore All offers great versatility and can be used on a variety of materials, including concrete, bric ...

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 ...

How to Remove Rust and Battery Stains (Post)

Understanding the Different Types of “Rust”Rust comes in a variety of forms – iron oxide, iron hydroxide, and green rust, to name a few. It can also form on a variety of ...