trugracie
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Woooow Rod!!!
I really appreciate all the information you keep posting on every one of my threads.
The whole time I was cleaning the deck I knew there had to be some kind of chemical or process to this.
I have been desperately looking for information on the whole wood restoration as well as the whole residential aspect. Unfortunately there isn't much out there since obviously nobody wants to give away their secret of success.
You on the other hand have my out most respect for your point of view and professionalism. Of course we want to properly represent our industry, and jealousy/selfishness will definitely not help the cause.
I will take your advice in the matter and start looking for a chemical/soap to do the right job. I'll keep doing freebies for friends and family until I get it right, and then hopefully make some money.
omg..........Meaning?????????????
Is it that bad?
Or are you overwhelmed as I am with all the info Rod Provided?
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Those tips will definitely reach high places. Hopefully, the 0010 and 0015 won't pull chemical and you can use them to rinse high places without removing the chemical line from the cleaning solution. Just remember these tips are 0 degrees so be careful the closer you get to the house.Equipment suppliers also sale a 3 and/or 4 nozzle holder so you can screw various tip sizes into one nozzle either in a straight line or a triangle pattern. This allows you to change tips without having to keep up with different single size tips in your pocket. You could have one set-up for most single story homes and another for 2-3 story homes.
I would still consider a Hi-Lo Variable Fan Nozzle. It's worth the $20 to see if you like it. Some people don't like them because you can blow the o-ring out when puling the trigger. I solve this by using my ball valve to slowly turn the gun on when I'm ready to wash. Probably similar to a flow type unloader but I have never used one so I'm not sure. Maybe someone on here uses this type unloader and this nozzle and they could let us know if they have that problem. This nozzle is easier to work with because you rarely have to change it during a house wash. It's like a "one size fits all" tool. I do use both applications as well as an X-jet. They all have their place in specific situations.
Sounds like you are on the right track - good luck!
First of all thank you for your help and pointers.
I actually did order the quad nozzle holder from PT just forgot to mention it. Also I do plan on getting the Hi-lo nozzle in the near future, however I should be good for now.
Today I went to a buddy of mines house and washed his old, beat up, and somewhat rotten deck. I did the best I could but its very evident I need more practice.
Well not much else to say but thanks for everything, and please don't mind if I bug you again!!! :)
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I'm just getting in to Residential cleaning, so I called a buddy of mine to see if I could wash his beat up deck.
The way we figured, its so old it wouldn't matter if I messed up or not.
Well, here it is, please feel free to criticize and let me know how I did, and how I can better myself.
Thanks in advance!
BTW this was done with no chems, just my 3.5 gpm 4000psi machine with the 25 degree nozzle.
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Just curious, what did you decide to go with?I got 0040, 0050, 0060, 0010, 0015, 0025 Nozzles from Pressuretek, and a chemical called TNT from Zep.
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Thank you everybody for your input and opinions in the matter.
After I gathered all your information I made some calls to Bob with Pressuretek, and Chriss from Zep.
They both got me set up with chemicals and equipment I'm eager to try, and hopefully its something I can flourish with and expand my business to be as successful as you guys.
Once again I greatly appreciate each and every one of you!!!
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That is an xjet copy, but that's not how to do it.The larger nozzles I mentioned will allow your chem injector to work, then the smaller ones will shut it off for rinsing.
Sorry to be such a dummy, but could you please elaborate?
Sooo I'm guessing it goes: Machine, chem injector, pressure hose, gun with lance, and the tip WITHOUT the injector hose it comes with???
Does the hole on the tip where the chem hose normally go have to be plugged?
If that is the way you want to go then be prepared for some situations that it will not handle.I will give credit to 'one story' washing with low pressure but in my neck of the woods, these are just one side of the house.
The others are typically 2 - 3-1/2 stories and I guarantee you, that set-up will NOT reach those places. ..........etc ....etc
Rod!~
Thank you for all the great information, and time you took to explain.
I do have an extension rod that I use for my duct scraper that is 24' as well as brushes and a foam squeegee for windows.
I am not saying that I will not use the X-Jet, however like you said, there are houses around here where I would not need such a beast, and the system that mentioned to use the 0040 etc. tips is probably suited to start and get my feet wet on this particular industry.
Just so you know you have everything you need except for the 0030, 0040, and 0050 tips and the ball valve, if you don"t have one.Another approach would be to purchase a Hi-Lo Fan Nozzle sized to your machine, the tips above and the ball valve. This set-up would allow you to do just about any residential cleaning you would encounter. Total cost would be less than $60. Also, add a tennis ball to you gun to hold the trigger open.
One thing for sure is this method is NOT safe. The higher you spray the more psi is needed. If you go above 2000psi you could have a safety problem and possibly an OSHA problem. If something were to happen and you dropped the ball valve it could flop around and injure you or damage property. Just something to think about. One OSHA fine would cost 100 times what a simple $60 set-up would cost. It is much louder than a trigger gun as well.
Just my two cents.
This all sounds very interesting!
Could you please explain how to set it up, and where to get the pieces from?
How far/high will it shoot?
The last time I tried to search for "Shooter Tips" I got a X-Jet like product.
I've got an extra gun with a 48" wand on it, would the connection be after that???
The way I downstream for my hoods is by simply changing the tip from whatever degree to soap tip, and then back.
so from what I'm getting is:
Machine, chem injector, pressure hose, gun with wand (and tennis ball), Hi-lo fan nozzle, and 0030 etc. tips????
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Thank you for the info Russ!
Not sure if we're on the same page though. My chemical injector is after my machine right before the hose.
From what I can tell this system you're talking about involves dragging an additional hose around according to the following website.
General Pump 100145 - High Pressure Soap Shooter Nozzle with Rinse Capability (#4.0)
Now is this nozzle available as just a trigger end alone WITHOUT having to drag another hose around?
I don't know if its just me, but this seems to be just like the X-Jet but cheaper! :confused:
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I have been in the Kitchen Exhaust business for 5 years now, and was wanting to start on the residential side.
Well after I started doing some research, and looking at extension poles, x-jet, and all the other stuff I decided to go with the method on this video.
I downstream almost all my restaurant hoods, however I know the 40 degree/soap nozzle doesn't shoot very far to chemical treat 2 story houses.
My setup is:
Northstar 3.5GPM 4000psi pressure washer.
Northstar 250 degree heater/Steamer.
Super suds sucker chemical injector.
I know its not a top of the line setup, but with our method of lots of scraping and great chemical, I can practically get away with a garden hose.
Any way..... Would you guys please be so kind as to tell me exactly what parts/setup I need to shoot exactly like on this video?
Thank you in advance!!!
My first Deck
in Wood Cleaning & Restoration - Decks, Fences, etc.
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Well thank you very much for the information!
That's exactly the reason why I decided to it not only free, but on a deck my buddy was planning to re-do anyway. Now he tells me, he just might keep it a while longer since it looks much cleaner. Go Figure!!!
Any way, YES I'm here to learn how to do it right. To me there's nothing like the satisfaction that I gave it my best, but that it looks like it should be or better.