Hi Guys and Gals,
I’m a window cleaner by trade but a Fast food restaurant customer asked me about powerwashing 6 of their stores’ sidewalks/entryways/patios. I’ve been researching multiple sites all week and I’m looking for “yay” or “nay” on some of my conclusions. I’m not looking for pricing help, although I’m not opposed, just looking for the best method, least time, least headaches, best results, correct way to do it. I own zero PW equipment and have PW’d one house a few years ago, which I enjoyed doing.
I drive a Prius, live in MA, am willing to invest in this (including a new vehicle), since it would be continual cleanings for a reliable customer who pays, with opportunity to expand within their chain of dozens of stores locally. Additionally, I’m pretty sure the money is better than Window Cleaning, so I’m looking at this as an opportunity for growth. I’ve been in WC biz for 10 years.
Here’s the rundown:
SCOPE:
- 500-1000 sq/ft per store
- no parking lots washed
- no building washed
SURFACES:
- brushed concrete
- cobblestone patios
SCHEDULE:
- once a week or bi-weekly
CONDITION:
- hundreds of black gum spots on concrete
- black traffic paths in front of doors
So here’s what I need some feedback on:
WASTEWATER RECOVERY:
Yes?
Laws vary state to state?
If so, EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
Is this machine the best solution, cost aside?
Lowe’s or HD would not carry what I need, true? powerwash.com would be more like it?
Truckmount best? Esp if water recovery?
H2O:
- minimum 3500 psi?
- 5-8 gpm?
- hot water essential for gum, true?
- if hot water, no soap/chemical needed?
OK, pls fill in any blanks I’m missing. I will continue to scour the site for more info in the meantime. Much thanks in advance!
Jordie
