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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, ...

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.

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 o ...

How to Wash and Dry Microfiber Towels (Post)

How to wash and dry microfiber towelsMicrofiber towels are a staple for many window cleaners. However, they should not be washed the same way you typically do laundry.Wash and dry separately. Microfi ...

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 ...

Staying Safe While Cleaning and Restoring Wood Decks and Fences (Post)

Just like any exterior cleaning job, wood cleaning and restoration comes with its own risks, and safety precautions need to be taken. Here are some of the main things to ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Meet the New Moerman Drywalker Flex (Post)

The new Moerman DryWalker Flex Bucket on a Belt (BOAB) offers modular flexibility, letting you carry up to four squeegees at a time -- more than any other on the market ...

Summary of OSHA's Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19 (Post)

This is a summary of OSHA’s Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19. The full document can be found on the www.osha.gov website. Note that these are just guidelines and are not required by law ...

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 Clean Window Screens (Post)

How to Clean Window ScreensWindow screens play a vital role in keeping homes free from insects, dirt, and debris while allowing fresh air to circulate. Over time, screen ...

Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Window Cleaning: Choosing the Right Tools (Post)

Many might consider window cleaning a straightforward chore, but the truth is, the results greatly depend on the tools you use. Unlike the typical items found at your local convenience ...

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 ...

F9 Double Eagle - A Degreaser meant to be in your Arsenal of Cleaning Tools (Post)

Unveil the power of F9 Double Eagle DegreaserA formidable force in the cleaning arsenal of every mobile contract cleaner professional. This professional-grade degreaser does more than j ...

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 yo ...

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 ...

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 spra ...

How to Remove Sticker Residue from Glass (Post)

How to Remove Sticker Residue from GlassStickers often leave behind sticky residue that can be tough to remove, especially from glass surfaces. This guide will explore t ...

How to Winterize your RODI EQuipment (Post)

How to Winterize Your RODI EquipmentReverse Osmosis (RO) systems are too important of an investment to ignore during cold temperatures. If you let them freeze, your fittings may crack or leak, or t ...

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 to Wash an RV (Post)

While running through a carwash is an easy way to clean your car, your RV is another story. Although you can’t run your recreational vehicle through the gas station carw ...

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 ...

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 ...

Removing Silicone from Glass (Post)

Removing Silicone from GlassSilicone is a widely-used adhesive and sealant that offers excellent bonding and sealing properties. However, when it comes to removing silic ...

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 ...

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 al ...

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 ...

Choosing the Best RODI System for Window Cleaning or Solar Panel Cleaning (Post)

When it comes to RODI systems for water fed pole widow cleaning or solar panel cleaning, RODI carts were the the only real option...until now. Traditional RODI cart ...

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 ki ...

ProTool Warranty (Page)

ProTool Warranty Program Best-in-Industry Lifetime Protection for the Gear You Rely On At ProTool, we build equipment to work hard, last long, and make you money in the field. Our warranty program ...

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 ...