Beth n Rod

Barry, Call your mfr and get them to fax an msds to you and just keep them in a binder that is largely labeled Right to Know M.S.D.S. Plus, here is a link to an m.s.d.s. database you may find some of your products on. http://www.ehs.cornell.edu/lrs/internetMSDS.htm Rod!~

Well, first off, get the contact info. Call them. If someone has a problem providing standard information so we can visit them to give them an estimate, we have nothing further to discuss. If they ask questions that we don't typically get from a homeowner and seem hesitant to give information, we ask a few questions of our own. There is nothing wrong with requesting information from a caller, or from an email requester. It's just business. You need to understand their need for your service, and they need to understand that to serve them professionally you require certain information from them, and that you won't provide a quote sight unseen. (at least we don't) Hope this helps. Beth p.s. if they are pushy, and insist on a phone quote sight unseen, and refuse to give you information, tell them to have a nice day and move on.

Jimmy, You will need around 150psi to spray WTW and a larger spray tip (orifice size) Your current set up spec's will do fine for chem applications though... Rod!~

We use the decker spray system and keep the PSI between 100-150. Works like a charm. Beth

Whew!!! I'm not on the list. :lgjump: I'm glad to know that my *** was not offensive! :lol: JK, for those of us who have children to look after, its actually a good resource to have for reference. I agree, why do they let them out? What ever happened to the chastity belt? It would seem to be a good idea in this case. Rod!~

Field experience is a better gauge. Rep's do not have that. I would listen to someone who has actually worked with the product before someone who has just been "informed" about it. There is a big difference and I know that opinions change after working with a product in the field. Maybe that is something that all mfr's should do...get there people out there and actually work with it before they allow them to talk about it. Rod!~

Rep = Salesman Acrylic = nightmare Did the rep by chance go in to much detail about finish removal? Or was that not a part of the discussion.... Beth

It creeps me out that you guys are posting pics of these people.... I think the link has value, but the photos.......YUCK!!!!! Please no more perv photos. Beth

Ray, No problem. I figured it was a duplicated thread. That one "spam" email is on my list of most annoying as well. Beth

Yikes!!! Beth

We would clean it with a percarb and then neutralize it. We use EFC-38 to clean and then Citralic to neutralize with. Wood Tux would be a great thing to seal with, it will enhance the beauty of the wood offering UV protection. You can get them from ESI, contact Russell Cissell at 636-822-8512. Beth

Ray, I deleted the other two threads you started on the same topic...one of these is more than enough.... Heard a report on the news here once, on these very emails. Some are linked to money laundering and you can get in huge trouble. They interviewed a person who responded to it and was caught. Beth

In our daily business, we need that little extra edge to keep ahead of our competition and there are various ways to do it. Some have affiliations such as; B.B.B., Chamber of Commerce, and local/regional referral services (fee based lead service) that furnish a database of contractors for consumers to draw from and some that even claim a level of credibility in their credentials. Others have educational backgrounds and experience in trades that lend to their success. Then there are others who look for certifications because formalized education is not available for their trade. In the wonderful world of Pressure Washing, we have a number of different fields that the use of a pressure washer has been broken into. Building exterior cleaning Flat-work (Concrete, parking lots, etc.) Fleet-washing Graffiti Removal Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Media blasting Sewer Jetting Wood Restoration Ultra-high pressure cleaning Certificate n. a written or prented statement by which a fact is formally or officially certified or attested; specif., a) a document certifying that on has met specifieed requirements, as for teaching b) a document certifying ownership, a promise to pay, etc. Certification n. 1. a certifying or being certified 2. a certified statement Certified adj. 1. vouched for; guaranteed 2. having, or attested to by, a certificate Certify vt. 1. to declare (a thing) true, accurate, certain, etc. by formal statement, often in writing; verify; attest 2. to declare officially insane and committable to a mental institution *3. to guarantee the quality or worth of (a check, document, etc.); vouch for 4. to issue a certificate or license to 5. [archaic] to assure; make certain -vi to testify (to) -syn. see APPROVE Do the certifications currently available or held give you the best bang for your buck? ie. Are they worth the weight of the paper they are written on? Does your certification have an expiration date? Why? Does that education you received to get the certificate self destruct or delete itself from your brain within a specific time period? Is your certification outdated? Why? Are there other higher levels of certification available? What do you need in a certification? Your feedback could help to shape the things to come. Rod!~

http://www.thegrimescene.com/forums/showthread.php?t=195&highlight=artillery+fungus+is+tough+to+fight This is in the Library....enjoy!!! Beth

Ever seen wildflowers and baby trees growing out of rotting cedar shakes? Trust me, they need care. But...many people ignore them. Beth

mike and dgold2 have really cool b'cards! Rod!~

It was a general question to anyone in pw'ing. That is one of the best answers though. Honesty. Rod!~

We have also used Twig. Please mention The Grime Scene to Ike. For magnets we use www.fridgedoor.com and our contact is Chris. Tell Chris that Beth from See Dirt Run sen you. Wonderful magnets. Been using them for years now. Beth P.s. SLHC - your card ROCKS! :banana:

Most low-balling comes from an inexperienced and uneducated standpoint in which those who do so are not aware of the longterm detriments they are creating and possibly don't care because they are only in it for the short run anyway to pick up some extra cash. We face the dilemma of their wave of cheap work and the repercussions resound into the faces of those who would be called upon to remedy the situation. TGS has been a foreground of education to help those who are breaking into this field understand that costs are important in all aspects and to take them seriously even when giving a price for work. There are many who do not have the luxury of a pc and an internet connection who will go out and monkey see - monkey do till they either learn or fail. The rest lies within each of us in our own locales to bring about consumer awareness and the detriment of hiring a low priced contractor. Now get back to work! :whip: Rod!~

Jeff, The experience you bring here is valuable. Your post is is a good example of educating the customer 101. Keeping with the topic 'Having the answers' which is in essence being prepared as an integral factor to success in business, I would like to pop a ??? to anyone who would like to contribute... We all know that life throws us some curve balls and our background doesn't always compensate to fill in the gap. How do you handle the situation if you don't know the answer(s)? What is your response? Rod!~

We suggest bark mulch and cedar bark mulch as a good substitute for shredded mulch. Bark versions even last longer because it doesn't decompose so readily. More pricey but in comparison to the alternative, we spend the extra $ to avoid the $$$ in the future. Education even when it comes down to clichés like 'penny wise and pound foolish' is still an important point to give to customers, some have forgotten it. Rod!~

This is in the Library Forum...... http://www.thegrimescene.com/forums/showthread.php?t=195&highlight=artillery+fungus+tough+to+fight

What's in your first aid kit? Assorted bandages instant ice pack anticeptic packet tape scissors tweezers gauze eye wash burn cream vinegar tylenol/ibuprofen what else??? Beth

Ditto what Tim said. Beth

New skin has a similar product. We also use finger cots (sorta like little condoms) for covering finger bandages and keeping them from getting wet or exposed to chems through a ripped glove. Burn gel is a great pain killer for new wounds too. Rod!~