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How To Remove Hard Water Stains from Windows (Post)

What Causes Hard Water?All water contains minerals of some sort, which is what defines “hard water.” The higher the mineral content, the harder the water. Some areas, like those where water travels th

How to Clean Tinted Windows (Post)

How to Clean Tinted windowsTinted windows are a great feature for vehicles and buildings, offering privacy and protection from sunlight. However, like regular windows, th

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 harmf

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

How to Clean and Sanitize Plexiglass Barriers (Post)

As you approach businesses about cleaning their windows, a new add-on service that many retail outlets and professional services may want is cleaning their Plexiglass bar

Choosing a Water Fed Pole Brush (Post)

Water fed pole systems utilizes brushes to scrub the windows and get them clean. Brushes come in a variety of styles and materials, which makes choosing the right one kin

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 your

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 dail

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 ov

Essential Window Cleaning Equipment for Professionals (Post)

Essential Window Cleaning Equipment for ProfessionalsIn professional window cleaning, having the right equipment is key to achieving efficient, high-quality results. Whet

Why Do Solar Panels Need Cleaning? (Post)

No matter where you live in the U.S., the solar panel industry is booming, and government plans for promoting renewable, cleaner energy sources only indicate that it's go

Creating a High-Rise Window Cleaning Safety Plan (Post)

Creating a high-rise window cleaning safety planIn the high-rise window cleaning industry, safety is paramount. Given the risks of working at great heights, it is vital t

Window Washing Tools - Beautiful Results with a little Learning (Post)

The Importance of the Right Window Cleaning EquipmentWindow cleaning presents unique challenges in terms of height, access, and stubborn stains. In this article, we introduce a variety of window

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 pea

Cleaning Chemicals and Cold Weather (Post)

What If My Chemicals Freeze?Many SDS sheets warn not to let your cleaning chemicals freeze. But what if they do? Are they still ok to use? It’s going to depend on the product and you should contact th

The Efficient, Affordable ProTool Wash Sprayer Designed with Homeowners in Mind (Post)

For those jobs – like washing your car or the exterior of your house, deck, fence, etc. – where a hose sprayer just doesn’t provide enough oomph – the ProTool wash spray

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 like

Unger HydroPower Filters (Post)

To clean windows with a water fed pole, you have to have pure water, which can be produced using either a DI (deionization) only system, or an RO/DI  (reverse osmosis/deionizat

Which Hand Sanitizers are Best for my Employees? (Post)

With the continuing spread of COVID-19, the CDC has continually said that one of the best ways to reduce the spread and reduce your risk of getting sick is by washing you

A Pressure Washer's Guide to Adding Water Fed Pole Cleaning (Post)

If you own a pressure washing or soft washing business, you’ve probably already experienced your customers asking "can you clean my windows too?” For years, pressure washing and window cleaning

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 pandemi

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 n

Clean Everything... Cleaning Sells... (Post)

Clean Everything… Cleaning Sells…Guest Post by: Gary Ashton RE/MAXEveryone has heard it said: “Presentation is everything.” That’s the philosophy that drives manufacturers to s

The New Gardiner Trad Pole: Strong, Light, and Good Looking Too! (Post)

Gardiner Poles are the strongest, lightest poles in the world. The new 14-foot Gardiner Trad Pole is no exception, and it’s a perfect entry-level pole. But don’t just tak

F9 Double Eagle vs Goundskeeper (Post)

Front 9 (F9) products offers 4 high-performance restoration products that are designed to remove stains and restore hard surfaces. While F9 Efflo is for removing Efflorescence from building and F9 Bar

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 sys

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 60 year

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 longevi

DI vs RODI: Which one do I Need? (Post)

DI versus RODI: Which Do I Need?While the initial cost of a DI tank is less than an RODI system, DI resin is expensive. For most professional window cleaners,  an RODI setup pays off in

How to Wash Your Car at Home (Post)

Step 1:  Pre-Rinse with the ProTool Wash Sprayer Pre-rinsing allows the water to soften dirt and other contaminants. When you pre-rinse, start from the top  of your vehi

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 sometimes

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. Payment

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 can

Commercial Window Cleaning Tips (Post)

Commercial Window Cleaning Tips Keeping windows clean in commercial buildings is a crucial task that not only enhances the overall appearance of the facility but als

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, c

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

What Mix Should I Use for Soft Washing? (Post)

While soft washing relies on the use of a chemical (usually sodium hypochlorite, a.k.a. bleach), a surfactant, and a gentle spray of water to kill organic growth on surfa

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 window

The ProTool Clever: A Compact, Convenient, Powerful Soft Washing System (Post)

Whether you are just getting into soft washing, or wanting to upgrade from pressure washing, the Pro Tool Clever is an amazingly smart and powerful soft washing system in

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 a