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    Radial rocker brush

    I’ve been doing a bit of research on brushes for wfp and came across the radial rocker brush. At £275 quid it seems ridiculously expensive. I was wondering if anyone on here had any experience in working with this brush and if so is it worth the high price tag ?
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    Water fed pole stigma

    over the weekend my step father who’s round I took over after 20 yrs working with him called me to say one of my customers had approached him. She mentioned that she didn’t like the “pole thing” I was using and she preferred the trad method. I phoned her straight away to ask what the problem...
  3. O

    Ae mackintosh pole

    Has anyone on here used one of Ae mackintosh’s poles ? I’m considering trying something different but can’t find any reviews or videos online from anyone other than himself. I’m currently using a 22ft ova8 carbon pole which is very good but after two years I’m ready to treat myself to something...
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    Spotting !

    Has anyone ever had experience with windows that no matter how many times you clean them they spot ? Recently picked up a new customer where this problem just persists, it’s only been 3 cleans but I’m still not seeing any improvements. I’ve explained to the customer that their windows may...
  5. Expurgoclean

    Complete wheel based RO SYSTEM for Sale

    First ordered and used ONCE during mid pandemic. Not had any use since purchased, hasn’t been conducive to our needs at this time. All original parts are in tact, instructions for the pump can be supplied. Originally bought from a reputable company many have used from the forum. ( Preferred...
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    Extremely hydrophobic glass

    Has anyone ever had windows that are extremely hydrophobic and no matter how you rinse them , how many times you rinse and how fast your flow is they keep spotting? I have one house on my run like this and after trying everything over the course of 6 or 7 cleans I’ve decided to just trad it to...
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    WFP explained in simple terms.

    Hi Guys, I'm relatively new to the game, been going at it for about 4 or 5 months, so far I have only been doing traditional cleans and its served me well but as things are growing I'm considering a WFP system, I have been doing my research but I'm still left with a few questions.  Are they all...
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    Are these RO Membranes Shot? Opinions please?

    Hi all. Can I just say, since I set up a set up a system in my van purifying my own water, moving away from the trolley system, this forum has been an invaluable source of advice. So, attached is a photo of the two membranes from my 2nd hand Merlin RO system. I’ve ordered two new ones. I’ve...
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    Thoughts on a dual van setup wfp/powerwashing

    Hi folks, I'll apologise in advance for a lengthy post but I think this might make an interesting discussion. I'm a newbie just starting my business and am currently looking at options for kitting my van out (2014 vivaro sbw) I want to build a decent window round but have the ability to take on...
  10. J

    Spotting in the sun

    Hey guys, just wondering if there is a way to clean windows with WFP on windows in direct sunlight without spots. Just cleaned my own windows today when it was really sunny and one side of our house cathes all the sun in the afternoon, but left spots when they dried, just checked the TDS of my...
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    Hard water stains and paint removal

    Hello, anyone got any tips on removing hard water stains? And paint, I guess for paint you'd use a scraper, magic sponge or bronze wool)? As for hard water stains I have noooo idea.  Would this be something you would look to remove during a first clean? Or give the customer an option and ask if...
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    Varistream cutting out and its not the battery?

    Hey,  so i have come on to this forum and found very helpful answers in the past but thought it was time i actually join properly all the more so as i have a question that i need a bit of expertise in solving. so my varistream controller kept cutting out and i just thought it was my battery as...
  13. Green Pro Clean Ltd

    Titan 30ft Pole Raffle for dementia

    The lads at The Cleaning Warehouse home of the Water Genie range sent me an email last night to enter their prize draw for a Titan 30ft Carbon Pole.  Having used this it's a pole I'd be happy to own.  They are raffling it off with a just giving page to raise money for dementia something many of...
  14. WWW

    Round For Sale in Manchester

    I bought part of a well-established round - 5+ years - from a friend and then grew my customer base over the course of the last 15-16 months or so. Between April 2018 to March 2019 inclusive, the average revenue has been £1,775 per calendar month. For me, that is about three days’ work per week...
  15. ClearReflectionAlex

    A bit of hose reel advice

    Hi guys. New here. I have a WFP system with Gardiner pole. Tank, pump, resin in the van etc. My question is what hose you guys run on your reels? My pole is light but my hose is heavy, i want the lightest hose I can get but is still durable eg dragging around and getting run over by cars when...
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    IBC tank advice

    Been offered a 1000 litre IBC tank that was used to store that vaping juice for £25.00   tank is immaculate. Tank will be used as storage and not put into my van.  question being how would i clean it out?  would it just be the case of filling and flushing with water, or would i need an...
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    New to WFP - Pre filters leaking

    Hi guys, I'm looking for a bit of advice on a leak I've found in my van system. I bought the van and system second hand (all already installed by pure freedom when I purchased the van). I started up around 6 weeks ago, prior to starting out I took a trip over to Pure freedom to be shown my way...
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    Buying a wfp trolley system advice for fittings etc

    Hi ive decided on buy a slx from gardiner at min my work is all traditional but moving over , not sure on size would i be better getting the 25 and taking a section or 2 out mainly just 2 story work but have some windows over conservatories what i dont do at min , also ive been recomended to get...
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    Hi everyone new to all this.

    Your Real Name: Allan The Location You're In: Surrey How Long You Have Been Cleaning: 5 months Brief intro about yourself: Started window cleaning with a friend but we went our separate ways a few months back and I have been enjoying the hot weather and slowly building my round. Hope to...
  20. Bwfc

    Most shocking prices

    What is the worst price job u have done?  Or worse quote from a customer? Made me think other day as remembered customer asked me to quote for glass roof porch I said call it £5 she oh no thought it would be 50p!!!! I just laughed
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