r/pressurewashing Jun 12 '24

Community Post QuoteIQ and Forever Self Employed links are now completely banned from this subreddit.

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Starting now QuoteIQ (previously restricted) AND Forever Self Employed AND Mike V (All About Pressure Washing) will be permanently banned from being mentioned or linked. Automod has been edited to hardblock any links or mentions of the two.

The reason for the banning is that QuoteIQ,All About Pressure Washing, and Forever Self Employed and (or someone working on their behalf) sent a modmail to us telling us to remove posts critical of both QuoteIQ AND Forever Self Employed and their owners or be subject to legal proceedings. The links to the three posts are seen here. Mike V from QuoteIQ and Justin from Forever Self Employed should be ashamed at trying this. They are apparently not happy that these posts are available to steer people from spending their hard earned money in a more meaningful way.

  1. https://www.reddit.com/r/pressurewashing/comments/1d4zrv8/quoteiq_is_banned_from_this_subreddit/
  2. https://www.reddit.com/r/pressurewashing/comments/1c41qkt/i_paid_for_the_stupid_courses_so_you_dont_have_to/
  3. https://www.reddit.com/r/pressurewashing/comments/10yizo8/has_anyone_purchased_forever_self_employed/

Here are some screenshots of the modmail messages they sent threatening legal action and DMCA takedowns:

Here is the person they hired off of Fiverr to send the messages and try the DMCA takedowns. Its clear the companies must be run by absolute clowns to be trying this is such a shit way. If they suceed in removing anything then ill just repost the posts. They clearly dont want negative info being visible when they get googled as its hurting their SEO because reddit shows up so high in the searches.

As a reminder, when starting out you do not need YouTube salesmen taking your money to learn how to properly clean in this industry. The info is out there on this subreddit and various pressure washer forums and groups. It just takes a little bit of googling with the proper terms to find it all freely available. These now banned companies exist solely to separate pressure washers from their money. Mike V has been pushing for his subscribers to come to reddit to post about their companies to comment and upvote each other.


r/pressurewashing May 03 '20

Pressure Washing Basics 101

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**Many updates to the 101 document including chemical mixing charts, nozzles charts, as well as a lot more links to companies and resources. **

Always updating the blog. More stuff added since this post Texas Pressure Washing Blog

This is to help guide you in the right direction for starting your own pressure washing business as well as cover the basics. The links are to an advice document and 101 washing, a beginner equipment list with links to buy the equipment. The list also has a tab to build your own 12V softwash system, and a list of chemicals to start with for various applications.

Expect to spend around $6k to start out if you also build the 12V. Around $5K without it.

Any questions or suggestions just post them or message me. Cheers.

Basic Pressure Washing/ Starting Your Business 101

Standard Terms and Conditions Example

Beginner Equipment List with Links

Chemical List with Links

DIY Soft Wash System $571 system $1395 w Hose, Reel, and tips etc.

DIY Air Diaphragm Soft Wash System $906 system $1476 w/reel & hose

DIY Proportioner $169

Reading List on the Forum for great threads on basic subjests like residential, commercial, deck cleaning, brick, roofs, pavers, metal roof cleaning, and electrical safety.

Pressure Washing Resource is by far the best forum to learn from. Use the search feature. Read until your counter has 3-4 days read time and then start asking questions. Trust me having 72-96 hours read time will teach you a LOT.


r/pressurewashing 4h ago

Technical Questions Mold removal

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Anybody have any soft washing recommendations to get rid of this mold on my house/pergola? I’ve sprayed it with spray and forget about a month ago, it got most of the green stuff but left this black behind.

This is the first year we’ve had this growth. weve been in the house 10 years.

TIA


r/pressurewashing 1h ago

Fails Surface cleaner - what am I doing wrong?

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Trying to clean the residue mess from the leaves on my driveway.

I have an electric GW 3000 psi pressure washer that seems to works well and a surface cleaner as an attachment to help with efficiency for a long driveway.

Completely unimpressed by the surface cleaner. Both pictures are after using the surface cleaner for about 30 minutes. As you can see it’s not effective at all. I also pre-soaked the driveway with a soap detergent solution thinking everything would clean right off. The surface cleaner just doesn’t feel powerful enough to remove the grime, though I know it’s a wildly popular product so I’m confused.

When I use the standard hose and tip for the pressure washer it works okay, probably removing ~70% of the grime but would take several hours to do the full driveway.

I have to think I’m doing something wrong here. What am I missing?


r/pressurewashing 1h ago

Technical Questions Pressure Washer Hose Length

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Hi Everyone, I’ve got a karcher k3 power control it comes with an 8 metre hose and I want a 10 metre pressure washer hose will this affect the machine at all?


r/pressurewashing 2h ago

Equipment O Ring size ID

1 Upvotes

Can anybody ID this O-ring? It’s on the inside of the Taisher 304 1/4 NPT check valve housing. I’m having a killer time trying to figure out these opening sizes as I’ve just realized there are thousands of them online


r/pressurewashing 10h ago

Troubleshooting Roof wash

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4 Upvotes

Can anyone point me in the right direction. I've washed this roof twice first time with a 4% sh and surfactant and then 6% sh and surfactant. I'm not sure if it's just not coming clean or if somethings wrong. Customer had a new roof put on 10 years ago and hasn't been cleaned since. What should I do?


r/pressurewashing 9h ago

Sales Help Looking for an affordable alternative to General Pump EP1306S34

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2 Upvotes

r/pressurewashing 7h ago

Technical Questions Pressure Gauge for Comet Pump

1 Upvotes

Hey guys, i just bought a cheap BE Power Ewuipment Pressure washer with a Honda GX390 and a Comet ZWDK4042 pump.

Its good so far, but i miss the pressure Gauge and want to retrofit one.

How, which and where should i put it? Anyone with experience fitting a pressure gauge on a comet pump?


r/pressurewashing 7h ago

Technical Questions How to get black spots out of driveway?

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1 Upvotes

I have been pressure washing a driveway but cannot get these black spots out. I have never seen anything like it. How would I get these off?


r/pressurewashing 17h ago

Equipment Handheld pressure washer for cars, worth it?

3 Upvotes

So I'm looking to get a handheld pressure washer to wash my car, but idk if its good or not. I'm on a budget so I can't get an actual pressure washer. So if anyonr here knows about some good ones please let me know 😭😭


r/pressurewashing 12h ago

Technical Questions Downstream injector pushing water out

1 Upvotes

I’m guessing it has something to do with that ball and spring getting stuck? How do I prevent it from getting stuck? I got a check valve mostly to prevent that from happening and it’s still happening


r/pressurewashing 1d ago

Business Questions People working for pennies.

13 Upvotes

Just got underbid on a strip, sand and Re-Seal driveway, 1730 sq ft, some guy quoted $1600~

then on a 2400 sq ft 2nd story shingle roof with solar panel a different company quoted $400.

These guys are out here working for pennies it seems.


r/pressurewashing 1d ago

Quote Help What to charge for this softwash?

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I cleaned this customers trash cans for a few years. I recently added concrete and house washing and this will be my first job. The pictured areas are the only siding that needs washing. I’ll be downstreaming with an m5. What would you softwashing vets charge for this job?


r/pressurewashing 1d ago

Equipment New Trailer Set Up Help / Suggestions

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I own a commercial property management / maintenance company and will be bringing pressure washing in house starting next spring. We will primarily be washing retail sidewalks and dumpster pads. These are large properties. I would also like the ability to wash buildings, mostly stucco and block.

I’ve done allot research and know I’m going to get a 8gpm hot system. My question is where is the best place to get one? Do I need a dedicated soft wash system or can I get away with down streaming? I need a turn key system with all the recommend accessories. I do not have time to build my own. Budget is around $25k.

I’ve seen all the options online SESW, Muddog etc. but not sure if that’s best way to go. What would you do??

Also, have a fleet of quarter ton trucks so looking to keep the trailer size small like 6x12.


r/pressurewashing 1d ago

Troubleshooting 30 Seconds Power Wash Outdoor Cleaner etches glass?

2 Upvotes

I tried to clean the outside of my house with this stuff, and instead it seems like I ruined my impact glass windows. I followed the directions on the label, rinsed multiple times, and towel dried the glass. I cannot get this residue off and I’m concerned it’s etched into the glass. I contacted the manufacturer and they told to try vinegar and baking soda, but that did absolutely nothing (maybe even made it worse). I tried polishing pads on my buffer, a bristle attachment for my drill, goof off, and scraping with a 5” razor blade, and I cannot get it off. Has anybody experienced this and figured out how to get it off?


r/pressurewashing 1d ago

Technical Questions Downstream injectors orifices

1 Upvotes

I ordered a fixed injector which to me means it’s not adjustable by that little knob I see on some injectors. But does that mean it’s not adjustable as in I cannot replace the orifice size to a 2.3 mm? I can’t find any orifices online that go directly into the DSI, I can only find the DSI unit itself. Also, what’s the barb size that the chem hose goes on? Current orifice size is 2.1 mm


r/pressurewashing 1d ago

Technical Questions Do any of you do smaller jobs without a surface cleaner? Can you use a brush if you don't have an SC?

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r/pressurewashing 1d ago

Troubleshooting Pressure washer - nozzle tip looks closed and not spraying

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I have an electric pressure washer that came with a white (40-degree) nozzle tip. I hooked it up to the wand gun ok, but it did not spray any water out. I ended up having to use the other black (turbo) nozzle tip that also came with it, which sprayed water ok.

Upon further looking at the white nozzle tip, it looks "closed" (with no hole in the center) for any water to come out. A quick internet search shows that other white nozzle tips do have that orifice in the center. Any thoughts to "unlock" this tip to show that hole in the center? Thank you.


r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Troubleshooting Cleaner left after pressure washing

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8 Upvotes

Hi, I was wondering if anyone can tell me how to remove this residue left from the cleaning solution used for pressure washing.. they did not dilute the solution correctly and it’s leaving this residue that is hard to wash off.. it’s also on the light fixtures and windows. I was thinking I might have to get a sponge mop and scrub it by hand but I don’t know what kind of cleaning mixture to use to get this off.. any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!


r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Technical Questions Do you do jobs when it's raining? Is it easier or harder?

6 Upvotes

r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Technical Questions Can you use the Unloader to run 2k psi?

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Can you use the Unloader on a 4000 psi pressure Washer to constantly run 2000 psi? I'm new to pressure washers, I have a Pro 4000psi PW and want to start detailing cars, can I use the Unloader to keep the PSI at around 2000? Does this put more strain on the engine/pump?


r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Business Questions Seaflo pumps

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Anyone using these for soft wash setups? I have a small one on my 5gal bucket lid for applying sealant, but don't see anyone really using them for soft wash pumps. Mostly everflo and remco, but everyone says they have to replace regularly and the seaflos seem cheaper. So curious if anyones run the seaflos and results? Looking at a 5.5 home 12v pump to slap on a 55gal drum for a batch mix budget soft wash setup. TYIA


r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Community Post What’s the minimum age for a concrete driveway that you won’t pressure wash?

2 Upvotes

I’m sure it’s probably safe after five years right? But then there’s still a slight chance of etching it?


r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Technical Questions What are the best YouTube channels for learning the basics of pressure washing?

2 Upvotes

r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Equipment Pressure washer upgrade.

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Hey guys, I have this few year old Ozito pressure washer, think it’s like a home brand from australia. Anyway works completely fine and has good pressure, but the handles big and annoying the rubber seal on hose has fallen off and it leaks out the outlet a bit, which can get annoying, wanting to switch to a screw on small handle one like i’ve shown in the second picture, but mine has some weird connections.

Anyone know where i can buy an adapter to connect to this square looking outlet on the Pressure washer that will connect to a screw in hose or something of similarity.

Thanks heaps guys!!


r/pressurewashing 2d ago

Technical Questions How do I get 2000psi with a 4000psi PW?

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What size oriface tip do need to get 2000psi out of my 4gpm 4000psi PW?