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Why You Shouldn’t Wear a Mask with a Valve for Covid 19 (Post)

As we went over in our post on the different types of masks, the CDC recommends people wear masks, not as much for their own protection, but for the protection of others ...

Understanding the 3 Types of Masks for Covid-19 Protection (Post)

As the CDC learns more about COVID-19, one of the big discoveries has been that a significant portion of individuals may care the virus without having any symptoms (i.

90ft Waterfed Pole in Action (Post)

How tall can you go? Ever wondered how far a water fed pole may reach? Or how far up people are really cleaning? J.Racenstein went out to Illinois one day in October to put poles in the hands o ...

Opening Up America: Presidential Guidelines (Post)

Official White House guidelines have been announced on how to open up the economy. They direct state and local governments on how to reopen the economies and get people back to work.Here’s a snapshot ...

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 ...

Patrick Clark: Never, Never, Never Give Up Part 2 (Post)

NOTE: If you have not yet read part 1 of Pat’s incredible story, I suggest you go here and read it first. (You’ll be glad you did!) As we left off in part one, Pat and Shielagh Clark were ready to th ...

Why Do Some Systems Have a Sediment Filter? (Post)

H2Pro: Why do some systems have a sediment filter?A lot of systems have a sediment filter prior to their carbon filter. This is done in an attempt to try to remove large contaminants before it reac ...

Water-Fed Poles in Action (Post)

63 foot Water-fed pole! One of our sales reps, Doug Apt, was in NYC doing water-fed pole training for Quality Building Services, a team of 6 people that night. To demonstrate, they used the 63 foot S ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Why Isn't GG4 Slick Like Dish Soap? (Post)

Most window cleaners entering the business learn to fan using dish soap. “This teaches you to grip hard and press hard because the surfactant gives you a ton of glide,” Alan Noah of Titan Laboratorie ...

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 ...

Critical Infrastructure Guidelines for Covid-19 (Post)

Critical Infrastructure GuidanceFederal and many state and local governments have been imposing numerous restrictions. These restrict people to their homes except for cr ...

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 ...

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 ...

How often should I wash my car (Post)

While this seems like a simple question, the answer is that it depends on your circumstances: How much do you drive your car? If you take your car on a long commute dai ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

How to Wash Microfiber Towels (Post)

How to Properly Wash Microfiber Towels Microfiber towels have gained popularity for their exceptional cleaning power, but to maintain their effectiveness and longev ...

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 ...

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 ...

Can I use dish soap to wash my car? (Post)

One of the most popular soap options that people turn to for washing cars is dish soap. It’s also one of the biggest no-nos. Dish soap contains ingredients that work rea ...

How Chemicals Remove Stains (Post)

Whether pressure washing, soft washing, or window cleaning, you’re going to run across stains that require the right cleaning chemicals for the job. In general, there ar ...

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 ...

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 ...

What Chemicals Do I Need for Soft Washing? (Post)

When professionals think of soft washing roofs and siding, the top cleaning chemical used is a professional-grade 12.5% sodium hypochlorite, or bleach, mixed with water.

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 to Protect Plants when Soft Washing (Post)

Soft washing uses professional-grade sodium hypochlorite (bleach) to kill Gloeocapsa Magma, which is a type of algae that leaves ugle black streaks on roofs and siding, ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

How to mops floors like a Pro (Post)

How to Mop Like a ProWelcome to our guide on how to mop like a pro. Whether you're a homeowner or a professional cleaner, understanding proper mopping techniques is essential for maintaining a ...

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 ...