I know every roof is different so I don’t expect hard numbers in answer to the question. I’m trying to figure out what size tank to purchase and I am some what limited on space. Will 50 gallons of mix usually cover the average roof wash? Thanks for all the help, everyone. This site is an incredible source of information.
[QUOTE=thepelican;37732]I know every roof is different so I don’t expect hard numbers in answer to the question. I’m trying to figure out what size tank to purchase and I am some what limited on space. Will 50 gallons of mix usually cover the average roof wash? Thanks for all the help, everyone. This site is an incredible source of information.[/QUOT
It takes me 65-90 gallons of mix but the algae in south louisiana is thick 30-40%bleach mix
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Ah, thanks. I live in Florida so maybe a 100 gallon tank is the safer choice.
If you go smaller, maybe a 2nd tank for SH to reload would help. I have a 125 in my pickup and most days im good. there are days i just don’t have enough mix made.
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an average size tank will easily cover the average size roof
Thanks for the thought. I was thinking about having 2 tanks: one for SH and one to mix. Due to space I’m trying to avoid that but it seems to be the best way. My problem is that I already have a 50 gallon buffer tank taking up space on my trailer and I’m not sure if I even need it. I have a 5.5 gpm 2500 PSI machine (Eagle Series 5.6@2500) and so far I haven’t needed the buffer tank. So…I’m torn between buying another 50 gallon tank (for chem) and using the existing tank (to mix) which would leave me without a buffer tank or only buying a large tank for mix leaving me no room for a chem tank. When you say smaller tank to reload what size are you thinking?
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Keep that buffer. There are places you go that you will need it and you don’t want to choke out your pump. Regarding a reload tank size, whatever you can fit would help you in a pinch. We’re in Florida so you’ll undoubtedly be cleaning tile and there will come a time that even an extra 30 gallons of SH (60 gallons of mix) will save you from packing up before the project is complete.
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Alright. Buffer tank stays. Thank you for taking the time to respond. If you don’t mind, I have two more questions: Do you usually use a 50/50 mix? Is your SH 12.5? I can only find 10.5 in my area.
[MENTION=12498]thepelican[/MENTION] I use Suncoast Gold 10.5 as well. Pinch a Penny stores are about a mile apart here so it’s almost as easy to find as gasoline. My mix varies depending on what I’m cleaning. Shingle is about a 1:3 ratio, steep or badly stained shingle will be a stronger mix. Tile and clay start at 1:1 and get stronger as the pitch gets steeper and soils are heavier. You will get a feel for the mixtures as you start working with them. Shingle roof is easy to clean… man, I wish they were all shingle. Barrel tile is tougher, you have sides, bottom edges and fast runoff to contend with. That’s why I go stronger. Hit it once, make it count.
Great to know. Thanks a lot, man.
I have seen some who purchase the SH in bulk. (55g drums) and just put that on their trailer. Then add to mix tank as needed.
I considered that but decided to go with a 50 gallon mix tank and a 35 gallon chem tank. I’ll fill the 50 gallon as needed from the pool supply company and use the 35 as reserve. I am somewhat limited on space.
Seems like two 55 gallon drums would be better for your space and hold more than your 2 tanks. Cheaper too. I have a 100 gallon tank and 2 drums. Can’t beat it.
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I wish I could do that. I’d be way over my trailer’s weight limit with that setup.
Thanks!
whatever you do bear this in mind… if you are carrying over 1000 LBS of straight SH your truck must be placarded with a DOT corrosive 8 placard… SH weighs 10.2 Pounds / gallon… so if you put a 100 gallon tank in for straight solution - you had better be driving around in a placarded truck…
100 gals period.
There is no way to prove you have one gal SH mixed with 99 gals water or 100 gals of SH in one tank or multiple tanks totaling 100 gals with various mixtures. DOT will smell SH and start counting total gals, not mixtures per container
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Thanks for the tip. Won’t matter since I’ll never be carrying that amount on my trailer…max weight on my trailer is only 1600 lbs so I have to be careful with what I have on it. Appreciate the advice though!
Just so you know, I’m pretty sure the DOT looks at what amount you COULD carry, whether you have that amount at the time or not. They don’t care so much about the weight, they care about the amount of Chen you have, or are capable of having, on your rig at any given time.
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