dthomas978 14 Report post Posted February 10, 2012 Hi All: Wanted to pick your collective brains regarding gutter cleaning chemicals. We've been using Pressure Tek's Gutter Grenade, and have had good success with it, but if anyone has a more preferred chemical we'd love to hear about it (and why). Thanks! Dan www.precisionmaintenance.org Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Cleaner 14 Report post Posted February 11, 2012 You already have the best chemical out there for cleaning gutters.I have used several different brands and F-13 is the best I have found. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 HighTide 14 Report post Posted February 11, 2012 (edited) I go through about 5 gallons a year of the F-13 and it works great. I did have my first set of gutters 3 weeks ago refuse to come clean and I even strengthened it to around 3 or 4:1 and tried on a small section and on a 70 degree day...nothing. After 100's of gutters I finally came up on one that it wouldn't work. But every gutter since like a charm! Edited February 11, 2012 by HighTide Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 dave mac 26 Report post Posted February 11, 2012 f 13 rulz imo, I would like to know if their is anything or other produts that work when temps are in the 35-40 nothing seems to work to good then Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Guy B 70 Report post Posted February 12, 2012 Not that I know of. Of course it better be good money to be out in those temps. Colder temps we just heat up the gutter and brush on spray off as usual. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Tom DeFrancesco 23 Report post Posted February 12, 2012 Gutter Shock has never failed me in the 7 years I have been using it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 fhumphriesjr 14 Report post Posted February 12, 2012 I have been cleaning gutters for years, and the most affordable product that works very well is "Purple Power" industrial strength. You can get it at Home Depot in the 2 1/2 gallon container. Dip a soft blue bristle "vehicle" brush that is attached to an extension pole into the solution. Do not dilute. Brush solution on LIBERALLY to about 15 linear feet. IMPORTANT: You don't have to scrub or apply torque to the pole while applying. Just keep going over the area with the brush and you will start to see the solution work it's magic. The 2 1/2 gal container is about $12, but it will last a long time if you gauge how much to use at each job. I have used this product as an excellent way to upsell my house washing jobs. Hope this helps! Freddie Humphries Jr. www.staybrite.net 803-381-1016 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Chazz 14 Report post Posted February 13, 2012 When it drips off the gutters does it stain the concrete, or what ever it's landing on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 HighTide 14 Report post Posted February 14, 2012 (edited) The MSDS on Purple Power contains the good stuff listed below...just very diluted. If I ever ran out of F-13 and needed something in a pinch, I may try this. 2- Butoxyethanol* <8% Sodium Metasilicate <5% Sodium Hydroxide <6% Edited February 14, 2012 by HighTide Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Raleighroofclean 14 Report post Posted February 16, 2012 I have always used Super Clean. Get it at Wal-Mart. I spray it on full strength then hose off. Don't let it sit on and dry. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Cat Powerwashing Inc. 17 Report post Posted February 24, 2012 after using many gutter cleaning chems, i have found that F-13 is definetly the best! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 LyonsPressureWash 14 Report post Posted March 21, 2012 I have always used Super Clean. Get it at Wal-Mart. I spray it on full strength then hose off. Don't let it sit on and dry. Agreed. Best stuff you'll find. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 KGILL 14 Report post Posted May 22, 2012 OK, for those who use F13 how do you apply it? Do you have to brush it on, or have been been able to downstream or xjet effectively? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Timo 25 Report post Posted May 22, 2012 OK, for those who use F13 how do you apply it? Do you have to brush it on, or have been been able to downstream or xjet effectively? Pump up. Dip brush in it. We downstreamed it straight onto a three story gutter once. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 KGILL 14 Report post Posted May 22, 2012 Gotcha. Thanks for the reply. I have my first customer who wants gutters cleaned next week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 KGILL 14 Report post Posted May 22, 2012 Another question, if I prepare a batch of gutter cleaner using F13 how long will it last? Do I have to use what I prepare the same day, or can I put a lid on it and save it for another use? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Timo 25 Report post Posted May 22, 2012 You prepare it by adding water. Water shouldn't have any negative affect on life span. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 KGILL 14 Report post Posted May 22, 2012 I understand how to make a batch, but I know when using SH for housewash or Percarbs for wood you have to worry about it them losing their effectiveness. Thanks for the response once again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 James 625 Report post Posted May 22, 2012 Butyl ,potassium hydroxide , potash flakes, simple green, degreaser. All work in varying degrees on gutters. Most products have some of these ingredients in them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hi All:
Wanted to pick your collective brains regarding gutter cleaning chemicals. We've been using Pressure Tek's Gutter Grenade, and have had good success with it, but if anyone has a more preferred chemical we'd love to hear about it (and why). Thanks!
Dan
www.precisionmaintenance.org
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