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UK Window Cleaning Forum => Window Cleaning Forum => Topic started by: Blue Frog Systems on February 07, 2010, 10:08:16 pm

Title: Those who pressure wash
Post by: Blue Frog Systems on February 07, 2010, 10:08:16 pm
When I move I wamt to offer a pressure washing service to my customers.

Other than the actual pressure washer, what else would I need ?

Tools and chemical wise ?
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: Ste M on February 07, 2010, 10:43:54 pm
wat pressure washer you goin for? thinkin of this myself this year?
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: wezzy32 on February 07, 2010, 11:03:28 pm
surface rotary cleaner, no chems needed.normal hose on a reel to fix to custys outside tap
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: cleewindows on February 08, 2010, 09:46:19 am
kiln sand a couple of different brushes,thats the lot. Petrol if you have petrol washer or extension lead for electric.
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: Window Washers on February 08, 2010, 12:29:41 pm
surface rotary cleaner, no chems needed.normal hose on a reel to fix to custys outside tap
and if you get a good pressure washer, maybe a black bin or small wheelie bin to fill and feed pressure washer, some taps cannot provide the amount of water needed, so make sure thats a thing you look at JP.

Ian
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: trevor perry on February 08, 2010, 02:06:05 pm
you will also need a ventura for applying chemicals a turbo nozzle is also a must and i would change all lance attachments to tema quick release fittings, if you are going to clean fascias etc an extension lance will also be needed along with the various interchangable nozzles
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: Sapphire Window Cleaning on February 08, 2010, 02:24:02 pm
When I move I wamt to offer a pressure washing service to my customers.

Other than the actual pressure washer, what else would I need ?

Tools and chemical wise ?



I would buy a Flat Surface Cleaner like the whirl-a-way.
A turbo nozzle and an extandable lance, I have one that extends to 24ft for fascias and soffits.


Matt
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: JRDEasiReach on February 08, 2010, 03:26:36 pm
Are these flat cleaners the better option then would you say matt?
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: Sapphire Window Cleaning on February 08, 2010, 03:47:44 pm
Yes but dont get a cheap one, the cheap ones are useless and you would end up using your lance.
Plus you need to get the right model and nozzles for your pressure washer, they differ depending on what size washer you have.
I borrowed a whirl-a-way and it made the job a dam sight easier, I am currently saving up for one.


Matt
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: cleewindows on February 08, 2010, 04:13:01 pm
i have mossmatic one and they are very good!
cost a bit but well worth it!
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: concept on February 09, 2010, 08:09:06 am
Matt, do you still use your inexepensive washer? I am in 2 minds as to which way to go, as I have patio work out there waiting, that would cover the cost of a new "cheapy", or, save up for a second hand Honda...decisions, I hate them.
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: Window Washers on February 09, 2010, 10:05:51 am
Matt, do you still use your inexepensive washer? I am in 2 minds as to which way to go, as I have patio work out there waiting, that would cover the cost of a new "cheapy", or, save up for a second hand Honda...decisions, I hate them.
get a honda one Simon, or buy twice
Title: Re: Those who pressure wash
Post by: concept on February 09, 2010, 10:38:03 am
Matt, do you still use your inexepensive washer? I am in 2 minds as to which way to go, as I have patio work out there waiting, that would cover the cost of a new "cheapy", or, save up for a second hand Honda...decisions, I hate them.
get a honda one Simon, or buy twice

Wise words window washers!

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