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jake16

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About jake16

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    TGS Newbie
  • Birthday 12/19/1984

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  • First & Last Name
    jacob jordan
  • City & State
    baton rouge, LA
  • Occupation
    Custom Audio/Video Installation
  1. Is 3000psi 2.7 gpm enough?

    I appreciate all of your responses to my question of whether size matters or not. I have a full time job where I spend most of my time in the field instead of behind a desk. I'm sorry I haven't been able to reply to you guys as frequently as I would like to. I certainly will not try to tackle any large jobs that I think will be unmanageable. I have an idea of what my machine is capable of and, i would not even attempt a large job. I just don't have any experience doing work on anything but my own house. I also don't have any experience with any chemicals except for the stuff you can buy H.D. I was just looking for some pointers on what might save me some time, because I know it will take much longer with my machine. Or is it even worth the hassle? Most of the work would be friends and family to start. Just looking for a little extra income. I have the work ethic and the desire to satisfy others, so it is not even a question whether I would make sure the job was done right. Even if it took a whole weekend to do a 10' x 20' deck. I have had an interest in starting my own pressure washing company for a while now. I was just wondering if i should just invest in a new machine now or get my feet wet with the one I have. My parents have a pool with the old school cement surrounding it. I don't even know what they call it but, I know my machine cleans it. So there are uses for a machine that is as small as mine. That I am sure of! I did not want to offend anyone by asking such a newbie question and I appreciate some of your motivational responses. I am only 23 years old and I have an entrepreneurial spirit. Just looking for my niche in the world. Again, sorry for the late response and thanks for your help.
  2. Hey guys! Brand new to the site and have gotten some really good info from some of you already. I am looking into doing some pressure washing on the side for some extra money and potentially looking into making it a career for myself. I presently have a pressure washer that I purchased for chores around the house that is 3000psi, 2.7 gpm. I was just wondering if this would be strong enough to tackle some small residential jobs with. If so, what kind of chemicals should I start out with so that I don't ruin anyones driveway or yard with drainage. I have done my walkways and driveway a couple times never using any chemical. The results were decent and enough to satisfy me, but it is a different ballgame when you are charging for your services. Any advice you guys could give me would be much appreciated. Thanks
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