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Certified Roof Cleaning - Pumps
Learn About Pumps Used For Non Pressure Roof Cleaning.
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No New Posts Schedule 80 breakage on Udor gun...
 
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Good morning y'all, I just broke my third gun this year, has anyone elses been breaking to? The schedule 80 extender is breaking off right at the end of the gun and the threads are stuck in the gun. I have no idea on how to get them out, so I just buy another one?!?!? I was using an 18 in extender, but have just s...
Iannacchione 6 752
No New Posts Pump ? ( 1 2 )
 
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I know a lot of the guys using diaghram style pumps recomend the delvan 5850 or fatboy, but as a beginer and doing my best to control run-off and chemical usage I decided to use the 2+ gallon a minute pump. Am I going to regret that decision or are there any issues (problems)you guys can forsee?
Oklahoma Roof Cleaning 32 2315
No New Posts Kynar quick connect coupler?
 
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Hi Guys, Do any of you know of kynar quick connect couplers available.  I have been having one heck of a time with the stainless steel ones lately. They stick and sometimes lock up on me.  Kynar would be perfect for both the coupler and the nozzles. Thank you, Brad Soapy Roof-Pittsburgh's #1 Roof Cleani...
Iannacchione 11 947
No New Posts humble beginnings ( 1 2 )
 
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here is a shot of my first rig so far.  I tested my pump (5850), hoses, tank and nozzle out and i was pleased!  I see why it is called soft washing. I don't think i will be hurting any shingles.  It was good to test with water.  I had three connections that were not tight enough and teflon tape seemed to be a nec...
Oklahoma Roof Cleaning 33 2426
No New Posts Toledo Roof Cleaning, www.Toledoroofcleaning.com Says "Just Say No To Power Washing Roofs"
 
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Recently we have ran into several homes in a high end neighborhood that have had the roofs Power Washed.  We had to re-clean these roofs and now they don't have many granulars left on them.  These Homeowwners didn't know they shouldn't do this.  Shame on the Power Washing companies that are running ar...
Roof Cleaning Toledo Ohio (419) 265-3306 0 603
No New Posts Couple Questions
 
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Tuesday we did our first roof with our fatboy and it went great. I did have 1 issue tho. At the end I had a couple dormers left and I let one of my guys do them. He was spraying them down and a fuse blew. He said that he had the ball valve half way opened. Would that cause that to happen? I also seen another problem...
Simply Glass 5 706
No New Posts large batteries
 
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has anyone used any of the large batteries like used in bulldozers, etc? was wondering if they would have any benefit over the deep cycle marine? i have access to two of them for a very reasonable price. thanks
jimmyjamroofcleaninman 2 756
No New Posts Tampa Video Feed
 
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This on is for Ron (unless someone else knows) Is there a video of the Tampa RT? If so, what is the link.
Washed-up 4 723
No New Posts Reclaim Water
 
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Hi Guys, I was wanting to know if reclaim water from a municipal supply is sufficient quality for pressure washing / roof cleaning. Thanks, Chris Adams Super Shot Pressure Cleaning -- Edited by supershotpressurecleaning on Sunday 1st of August 2010 06:38:33 PM
supershotpressurecleaning 7 842
No New Posts Marketing- Whats Working for Who?
 
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Looking to get a feel of whats working for who.  August is generally slower than the months prior.  Other than a website which is great for those searching for services,  what are your top 3 marketing strategies when its time to step up to those who genearally aren't searching?  For me its Money Mail...
Roof Cleaning New Jersey 4 817
No New Posts Tools ( 1 2 )
 
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Anyone have a list of tools you need/have in the field? Teflon Ducttape pliers Cresent small socket set extra fittings I'm sure there are more. Ideas?   Thanks
Toy2 23 2116
No New Posts Tanks
 
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I have been looking around on the internet for tanks. I found a 165 Gal. Horizintal leg tank for $219.00 do you think this is that a good price? Thank you for your input. 
Glen 9 841
No New Posts TYPE OF INSURANCE???
 
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I currently own/operate a cleaning service company that just recently added roof cleaning as one of our services we offer. Just curious about what type of insurance is needed for roof cleaning and how much are you guys paying yearly? Any input would greatly be appreciated.
YovaniR 15 1051
No New Posts Postcard ( 1 2 )
 
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What do ya think? They were done but Keith. He has done some other pieces that were great.
Simply Glass 21 2074
No New Posts Leakproofing a Bottom Bulkhead
 
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Hey guys, I ended up buying some bottom feed 50gal tanks and need to know if I can permanently seal the bulkheads so they won't leak?  I will be sucking from the top so I need the perimeter and the 3/4 hole of the fitting sealed for good.  I tried searching but came up empty handed.  I attached a pic but I gue...
Grizzly 14 882
No New Posts How are you all pulling SH from 55gal Drum to Mix Tank?
 
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I just wanted to see what the consensus is for the best way to transfer SH from a 55gal drum to the Mix tank? I've seen some rotary hand pumps, though the user reviews I read aren't so hot - not very efficient or reliable. Im thinking of using my All-Flo to xfer from the drum to the mix tank.... it is rated for S...
bnkeenan 19 2142
No New Posts Roof Cleaned in Delmarva (Preview)
This house was a pick-me-up last week. Client was driving past our shop and stopped in. We had finished early that day, so we cleaned one more roof. Got to love those profitable days!
Morgan Booz 1 2421
No New Posts Yard sign up for critique ( 1 2 ) (Preview)
Well what ya think? Havent done yard signs in a while.
gutterdog 37 4300
No New Posts Rinsing off apple cider or the other sauces
 
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2 summers ago i started doing roof cleaning but because of the economy i didnt get to get it going last year. im getting ready to start it back up. i research alittle before jumping in. now im trying to gain knowlegde so that i can get going this year. ive done about 10 roofs total. i have a 50gal tank and when...
Team Donovan 7 1398
No New Posts Battery life
 
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Hey Roof cleaners, how long or how many hrs can I expect out of a good battery running a fatboy any one have any idea.. Also when I charge is it better to do a 2 amp or 10 , does it make any difference KID
Roof Cleaning Missouri 417-230-8103 17 1056
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