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That’s a great idea, I’d love to get around to it. My only problem is that I don’t often clean post construction anymore. It can certainly be tedious work, not quite so enjoyable 😂 I’ll put it on my list of video ideas, but it may be a while before I get the opportunity to record something.

@@bluladder I haven't run into a construction clean in a while too but my employer has a dedicated team for it usually. But yeah a lot of things to keep an eye out for on constructions.

Walnut pads are still great, no rust and last much longer!

Extra fine steel wool won’t scratch. And I think you mean bronze wool, which is harder to get ahold of in the extra fine grade.

It’s great for some situations, but for cleaning windows steel wool is one of the best options.

Glass is glass. Yes

Yes

My exact thought lol

Yes. It’s glass

Yes!

No, not as long as it is rust and debris free. But if you get any sand or debris caught in the wool, that could potentially scratch glass. Also if you used another grade of steel wool that is thicker, it could potentially scratch.

Pretty sure Brillo pads would work the same for scrubbing wet glass. The 0000 steel wool is preferred for professional window cleaners because a dry piece of steel wool can be used on dry glass to detail as well

Thanks for commenting about your experience, I definitely appreciate it! Is there anything in particular that helped you?

@@bluladder the timing of me receiving the message, the fact that you boldly discussed this topic and expecially your willingness to share about God.

Thanks for the kind feedback, much appreciated!

@@mikerawn3960 just facts! Thanks!

It’s always true!

WFP works just as well on lower windows as it does on high ones, no reason not to. It’s faster than trad on windows that are well maintained, even when they’re easy to access, and especially if the windows are in direct sunlight

WFP works just as well on lower windows as it does on high ones, no reason not to. It’s faster than trad on windows that are well maintained, even when they’re easy to access, and especially if the windows are in direct sunlight

Yes just dawn lately… I love the Moerman soap, but ran out of my big jug early this summer and have only been using dawn since. It works 🤷‍♂️ I did also added Hi Slide from WCR during the warmer summer weather though

@@bluladder I got Ungers soaps, GlasKing from Kiehl, both soaps from LEWI and some others in the garage to try out, our windows here at home not even dish soap works. Also got some Moerman soap on the way as well as Maykkers Orange Krush and from german company Novadur, which is identical to a product of a wholesaler around here just a different label on it. Guess i need to resort to using it at some customers.

@@stevenwinderlich2891why do you think the soap won’t work? Do you have hard water stains, or is the glass coated with something? Let me know which soap you like the best, and how much of a difference you feel!

@@bluladder The only i could imagine would be a coating but youd usually see those on windows from the 70s and late 90s...... other than that i got no idea what could cause a squeegee to stick on the glass like it does cause the soaps works on a glass tv table i got in this room just fine.

@@bluladder i got no idea when i can get them to tests, got an annoying colleague whos appearently got stuck in the 70s...... and also doesnt want to touch anything "too modern"

Thanks!

Not sure I get that one…

And happy to be doing so 😊

Prolly makes at least 5 times your salary too lmao

@@itsspookytime5586😂 don’t want to be too presumptuous

@@bluladder nah g, you make a lot cleaning windows and can scale it large rather easily too, I have my own company

@@itsspookytime5586I agree with that, just don’t want to assume how much someone else makes… apparently he’s got the free time, so either he’s broke or wealthy 😂

I tried GG4 several years ago but didn’t really like it. I love the Moerman soap but ran out of my jug a couple months ago and haven’t used anything but Dawn and a slide additive lately. Maybe I’ll give GG4 another shot soon

@@ducklingzzyaboi2025 never too late to get back on that horse 🤠…unless you’ve got something better going

@@ducklingzzyaboi2025 poor ppl stuff.

Works great

I like the pencil jets for more detailed rinsing, especially if the frames or siding is dirtier than normal. The precision helps! … Xero brushes use 4 smaller pencil jets that get really good spray distance (compared to the Tucker brushes). I like the rinse bar for larger glass, but smaller windows I prefer the Xero brushes now

@@tylerbass9689 I only have 50’ of the 3/8, then everything else is the same as the pole hose, 2 100’ sections and a 50’ section. It’s light and easy to roll up on the electric spool, so I like it. The way you’re doing it has better flow though, might be worthwhile investing in a nicer spool to make it easier to manage the hose if you don’t have one already, it’ll save you countless time in the long run

Thanks!

Sounds like your experience could definitely help you out with the commercial side of things, if you go that direction! The aluminum ones flex too much one fully extended, especially past 12 feet, and will definitely frustrate you. I’d recommend a 20 foot carbon fiber pole. That should reach almost anything up to 2 stories. The nice thing if you invest in a solid pole made by a brand like XERO, is that it can be used as a water fed pole in the future as well. I use the Xero M9 water fed pole (28ft) inside, just by swapping out the tip. windowcleaner.com/products/xero-m9-water-fed-pole?sca_ref=4122445.Dz6DIiYfKo The next size down would be the 20 foot (which should be plenty of length) trad pole: windowcleaner.com/products/xero-carbon-fiber-pole-trad-pole-2-0?sca_ref=4122445.Dz6DIiYfKo

Vistaprint Flexfit Ultrafiber Cap with Air Mesh Sides www.vistaprint.com/clothing-bags/hats/caps/flexfit-ultrafiber-cap-with-air-mesh-sides

@@symplemynd57 Good point, haven’t had to deal with them in a while because of all the new construction in Texas, but ran into them frequently in New York and California back in the day. Totally forgot about them 😆l

@@DanielCarrillo-t2c don’t really need one, especially not the expensive one. But I do occasionally use an in-line valve before it gets to the pole hose. This is the one I have: windowcleaner.com/products/xero-in-line-shut-off-valve-8mm?sca_ref=4122445.Dz6DIiYfKo There’s only a few instances where it makes sense to shut off the water, and in those cases you can simply pinch the hose to stop the flow.

Yes same thing as first floor… Iideally remove them first, either from inside or outside with a ladder, but if they can’t be removed from outside and the customer doesn’t want you inside you can gently scrub and rinse

Yeah you’re right, it was one of my first videos I made 😅 I’ve toned it down since then

That’s right, minimum is $169 if I’m staying outside, but if I’m going inside the minimum is $249.

@@bluladder got it. Thanks

@@ArualDominic there’s one free to download here: windowcleaner.com/products/residential-glass-waiver?srsltid=AfmBOopG-otcUQGH7n0oqpV2UWon5ga6B0F_p4A11WgTeTbUbSffsMK-&sca_ref=4122445.Dz6DIiYfKo

It’s an aluminum body (6’ by 12’) with wood deck. Basic sealer applied to wood. Purchased from Northern Tool in 2020

@@bluladder curious - if you we’re to do this over again, Ben. would you build this design in the back of a truck. or invest in another traylor, and why?

@@rickmayer9614 yes, I would do a smaller unit in the back of a truck. 8 gallons per minute is great for many occasions, the more surface area you’re cleaning, the more GPM you want. The issue with the 8 gallon per minute machine is they can be heavy, and they need a 100 gallon tank, which gets pretty heavy. For normal pick up truck, you can get a little too bogged down with that much weight. That’s why I would use a 5.5 gallon per minute machine, with a 50 gallon (or so) buffer tank and similar size SH tank. It still does the job for any residential work, which is my primary focus. What I don’t like about a trailer, is that it’s not always on my truck. If I go to a job to clean windows, then they ask if I’ll clean their driveway, I’m not always equipped. I have to set up a new appointment and come back with the pressure washing rig. If I could do it over, I would start with a 5.5 gallon per minute machine for residential, and then as I grow and need more equipment, that’s when I would upgrade to a trailer with the larger machine. But at this point, I am invested in the unit, and will hold off on making another purchase until I hire and have another truck out.

@@bluladdersolid, concrete explanation. in my past experience. ( Winnipeg, MB ) we ranged with standard 6’ to an extension ladder reachable of 40’. what ladders are on top your rack? which do you regularly use, Ben?

I’m in Texas and houses are big, it they are not tall. I get away with an 18ft gorilla ladder most of the time, and have a longer extension pole for when I need it. I briefly mention what ladders I always carry in this video: th-cam.com/video/GrxCy05zPfI/w-d-xo.html

@@Ron-sm3lu it takes some getting used to, I put mine down for a year before I tried it again, but once I got the hang of it, I’ve never looked back. It takes a different touch.

@@kobechrome138 I can only put them in a few areas near where I’m currently located, and they rarely last, and I get very few calls. Having said that though, in some places they work very well. When I was in California it was my easiest way to get calls, and they were money every time $$$ Many guys still put them up anyways even if they’re banned. Not all areas enforce their laws, apparently.

Very nice, enjoy the journey!