I’m late to this video I just been going down the rabb it hole this week and found you. Best channel I found so far. Question is PATIOS, I live in North Jersey. We have pavement driveways and paver patios, NO CONCRETE !! Can u treat paver patio block with DH ? What’s the best route to take ?
Small question, why did you choose short horizontal strides with the surface Cleaner rather than long vertical strides? Is it due to water runoff and pooling or what? 10:50 - 11:30
Great video content Ray. Just staring out. I noticed you went side to side from the bottomnup that driveway with the surface cleaner. Any reason not to do long passes? Thank you
So when you make passes with the surface cleaner it is very hard not to go overlap a couple inches over a spot that has already been cleaned. This causes "lines" sometimes. The side to side method makes this much less noticeable
Hi Ray is that a 1/2 hp Leader Pump ,how do you like it for soft wash, can you shoot a roof top. I use an ar 45 /honda. looks like it will do the same job as the ar except 1/3 of the cost of the ar which works for me .I use a gravity fed low 50 gallon batch system on a 2" feed line from the tote. and the same tank overhead for bleach on a gravity fed 1" line. 3 minute refill time and gives me an exact mix I use it for down streaming as well on my other pump....yes its old school .it saves the equipment .I never comment ..or read comments. .and yes I have a metering system ... I just like the process. I like your style Ray....keep up the good work
Do you run the line off the unloader so it does not go back to the pump if you don’t spray for awhile so it don’t burn off the pump. Great vid helped me a lot.
As far as a water source do you use the customers water or carry a large tub of water trying to help my son get his own side hustle together but having to learn myself to help him
Thank you so much for sharing I was wanting to know why or the purpose of power washing perpendicular on the driveway instead of just going up and down the length of driveway??? Thank You
It helps reduce visibility of the overlaps where the surface cleaner goes over the same spots twice. Something I meant to touch on in the vid.. Hard to remember every detail when recording lol.
Ayee Ray bringing that fire 🔥 saw you on the wash a thon vid and live on the NBZ with Bobby! Can’t wait to see the flatbed! Keeping killing bro NC in the house
It helps reduce visibility of the overlaps where the surface cleaner goes over the same spots twice. Something I meant to touch on in the vid.. Hard to remember every detail when recording lol
I have a question. What do you do with the wastewater when cleaning concrete driveways? Do you let it run off in storm drain or do you pick it up and prevent it from going into drain?
Always check with your local municipality because the rules can vary from place to place. Good practice to rinse off as much as possible into the customers yard. If it runs straight down and into a drain, you can use a sand snake and a 12v sump pump to transfer the runoff back into the yard.
@@RaymondNotarioisnt it bad rinsing pre treatment into grass? Sorry lol pre treatment and chemicals is the only thing holding me back from starting up pressure washing
Hello, Sir. I did my first two jobs yesterday. It is hard work! Question - some of my QC's are already becoming a PIA connecting/disconnecting. What type of lube would you recommend for them?
I don't know of any lube that helps, but if you get a good stainless steel quick connect it may help your situation. Spend a few extra bucks on better quality and it will be worth it in the long run
I have a 4000psi 4gpm belt drive with a 20inch MiTM surface cleaner. I just bought 2 new ones. Sherwin Williams told me they would work. Should I take them back before I use them. and buy a 16inch surface cleaner
do you guys have any ideas or pictures of a Gen 2 softwash system. I need a way to figure out how to flush out sh lines and soap at the end of each job. someone said just leave sh and soap in lines so you don't have to keep priming it
New subscriber here. Great Video Ray!! Please help me!!! When you say your bringing your SH from 12 to 2-3% how in the hell do you calculate that?? Please forgive my ignorance
You can burm up the drain and pump it into the yard or use a reclamation system. Check with your local municipality to find out your local and federal laws/guidelines
Have you tried plugging opposite holes on the bar to see if it cleans different? I'm thinking that having them offset might help to feather out any lines. If mine had 4 holes I'd try it.
Ray, Great tutorial, as usual Sir! Here in NJ, weather and security always a concern, want your thoughts-- Growing from 8ft truck bed to a new trailer build next season--would you look at open or Enclosed trailers if your were in my shoes? Rich
Given that you are concerned about theft and the cold, i'd def steer more towards a box truck. If I were to go that route i'd try to cut in some roll up door on the passenger side to work out of and so the equipment gets displayed to the customer.
Hey Raymond, thank you for all the useful information. Do have any recommendation on handling the white oxidation from brick houses, because I really can’t find any information on making the bricks look clean. I would really appreciate if you can give me a tip or links to getting rid of the white look on the bricks. Thank you very much I appreciate your time and help.
Yes I do. I would try either nmd80 or Onerestore. There is also a chem called white scum remover. I think the white on brick you are referring to is called efflorescence
Great video! I learned a lot. I do have a question though. I’m still learning and practicing on my property. I didn’t use any chemicals and just ran the surface cleaner with water. After everything dried up I noticed lines. Am I still able to post treat it even though it’s been a few days?
Great video. I’m new to learning about pressure washing. So you use the soft wash system to pretreat? If I were to start a pressure cleaning company one day without all of the soft wash equipment, what’s the next most efficient way to pretreat?
With the chipping parts of the concrete did you still pretreat those areas, and/or does it cause more chipping when adding those pretreaters? Also does using the surface cleaner over the chipping areas chip the concrete more ?
Sodium hypochlorite does not affect concrete as it is not an acid. It is alkaline and will not etch. You always have a risk of damage, but setting the pressure at an acceptable setting for the type of concrete is key. Pressure sprays, but volume cleans. If that makes any sense.
Great video Ray 👍 Most driveways that I do, I'll start by pre-rinsing all the expansion joints out and getting all the existing dirt off. It really depends on the condition of the driveway though.. I just picked up 10 gallons of Gold Assassin and I can't wait to see how it works with cold water. Keep hustlin' broski! 😎👍
Hey Ray, I've got a 40yr old concrete slab driveway, 2000 sq ft in Massachusetts, dirty but no oil stains. Some local pressure washing companies say they only use water when pressure washing concrete driveways (or heated water), others use chemicals, such as F9 Groundskeeper. Should I steer clear of the ones only planning on using water? Thanks!
Raymond, i have two one gallon pump sprayers. I plan to just keep oxalic acid for rust on my truck. What’s a good second chemical I should keep on my truck? I saw you use eaco chem hot stain for oil. Or should I have another 1 gallon? Thank you. Also where can I get those chemical lids with the pour spout on it?
Da cleanest driveway in the hood!!
lol
instablaster
By far the best pressure washing instruction video. No mindless chatter strictly facts from experience! Explains what and why... The video is gold..
Thanks Paul
Wow! I am amazed by how detailed you are with the way you explained things and with the quality of your work. ❤
Best walk through video I’ve seen yet!
Hey Ray, have you ever had a problem with epa or city official's questioning you about chemical runoff?
For someone who hasn't been doing this very long, you sure have come a long way. Good shit bro and I wish you continued success.
Thanks brother, back at ya!
Another awesome in depth video! You are a natural in front of the camera! Thanks for sharing!
I appreciate the kind words John!
Thank you for going over the surface cleaner tip sizes! Great tip!
Invaluable content. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Good teaching looking from Trinidad 🇹🇹
Thank you, that is very cool 💦💎
An excellent result, and so very well explained on every part of the job. I hope you get many good referrals. Take care 👍
Thanks Steve
Thanks for all the clear detailed instructions!! What do you use for a degreaser?
Good Stuff Raymond. Keep it up.
Much appreciated
Great video Ray. Glad to see you back sharing your knowledge.
I got a little busy there for a minute lol
plan our work and work our plan. best washing advice
Yessir !
i must ask what did you charge for a single but long driveway like that ?
Great content Ray. Also, enjoyed JNE podcast. Keep "Shinin' like a Diamond"
Thanks brother, back at ya!
Any recommendations on a Tile roof soft wash with pigeon poo?
Thanks man... Im looking to start a business in my town. You videos really help me alot!
Glad to hear it! Best of luck on your journey!
Great video man. I run a powerwashing and lawn care business here in st Charles MO and for my first year really advertising it was a good year
Good luck!
That trailer setup 👌🏻
I’m late to this video I just been going down the rabb it hole this week and found you. Best channel I found so far. Question is PATIOS, I live in North Jersey. We have pavement driveways and paver patios, NO CONCRETE !! Can u treat paver patio block with DH ? What’s the best route to take ?
Great content Ray! Nice meeting you at washathon! Keep up the awesome work!
Likewise Luke!
Awesome job bro love your “Style” of editing. And Tutorial was very Informative 💯🔥 thank you brother !
Great video, excellent information, so when you used the surface cleaner did you use any chemicals when cleaning or was it straight water.
You are a Good teacher brotha. Great vid
I appreciate that
Nice explanation
Thanks bro
Thanks for sharing, keep these vids coming, I’m learning a lot from you as I start my new business.
You're welcome bro Good luck!~!
Hows business been so far? I just started literally 2 weeks ago and struggling a bit 😖
Awesome pressure washing video😊!!!!!!!!
Best channel in the game!!🤘
I appreciate you bro!
Small question, why did you choose short horizontal strides with the surface Cleaner rather than long vertical strides? Is it due to water runoff and pooling or what? 10:50 - 11:30
Cool video. Just getting into powerwashing. I got a power line i bought used. I need a soft wash pump next.
Nice 👍
So, how do you manage the water that collects at the end of the driveway?
Love your setup Ray.
Just curious about how you keep an open trailer setup covered when it rains, or during the winter months and hard freezes???
I draw antifreeze into all my pumps, hoses and reels then recycle it the following morning
Great video content Ray. Just staring out. I noticed you went side to side from the bottomnup that driveway with the surface cleaner. Any reason not to do long passes?
Thank you
So when you make passes with the surface cleaner it is very hard not to go overlap a couple inches over a spot that has already been cleaned. This causes "lines" sometimes. The side to side method makes this much less noticeable
Thanks Ray
Where and what brand do you buy your pump up sprayers?
Great job and great advice.
Thank's. 🏴🇬🇧👌
Thank you John!
Hi Ray is that a 1/2 hp Leader Pump ,how do you like it for soft wash, can you shoot a roof top. I use an ar 45 /honda. looks like it will do the same job as the ar except 1/3 of the cost of the ar which works for me .I use a gravity fed low 50 gallon batch system on a 2" feed line from the tote. and the same tank overhead for bleach on a gravity fed 1" line. 3 minute refill time and gives me an exact mix I use it for down streaming as well on my other pump....yes its old school .it saves the equipment .I never comment ..or read comments. .and yes I have a metering system ... I just like the process. I like your style Ray....keep up the good work
Great tutorial video Thanks 🙏
Love all the videos, would you know how to get spilled diesel fuel off a vinyl fence? Any feedback is appreciated
Great job Raymond! Where can I get a goat wrench ? Thanks
Do you run the line off the unloader so it does not go back to the pump if you don’t spray for awhile so it don’t burn off the pump. Great vid helped me a lot.
As far as a water source do you use the customers water or carry a large tub of water trying to help my son get his own side hustle together but having to learn myself to help him
What size is your trailer? Watching your videos has helped me a lot. Thanks.
Glad to hear it Jason, it's a 12x8
Thank you so much for sharing I was wanting to know why or the purpose of power washing perpendicular on the driveway instead of just going up and down the length of driveway??? Thank You
It helps reduce visibility of the overlaps where the surface cleaner goes over the same spots twice. Something I meant to touch on in the vid.. Hard to remember every detail when recording lol.
what chemicals did you use? and what was the percentage?
Ayee Ray bringing that fire 🔥 saw you on the wash a thon vid and live on the NBZ with Bobby! Can’t wait to see the flatbed! Keeping killing bro NC in the house
Thanks brotherman, yessir!
And really neat how you go about the driveway instead of lengthways because of hose management I suppose.
It helps reduce visibility of the overlaps where the surface cleaner goes over the same spots twice. Something I meant to touch on in the vid.. Hard to remember every detail when recording lol
Have you always used the generator for the soft wash? What’s the advantage vs battery? Thanks for the videos!!
I have since going to the booster. I'm going to have a battery bank and inverter on the new flatbed rig
Hi dear , what products you recommend for black stains, fungus and mold?
I would suggest sodium hypoclorite mixed with a little surfactant and water applied through a power washer for efficiency
Very good explanations. Do you have links where to order the degreaser? Thanks, Tom
true about the tips, I will have to check mine and replace as needed. I'm going to get SDS sheets. Great videos and details!
Good idea, Thank you!
Where do we get SDS sheets? From the chem manufacturer?
I have a question. What do you do with the wastewater when cleaning concrete driveways? Do you let it run off in storm drain or do you pick it up and prevent it from going into drain?
What is the model # of that booster pump? Thanks
this was a awful model lol don't buy it
Any potential issues/danger applying hot stain remover on top of sh (pre treatment) ? How about rust remover like OX Brite on top of pretreatment ?
abt to buy a 4 gpm 4400 psi and a 20" surf cleaner........what tips do you suggest i use?
Does the clean water act affect what dirty water goes off the property to a drain?
Always check with your local municipality because the rules can vary from place to place. Good practice to rinse off as much as possible into the customers yard. If it runs straight down and into a drain, you can use a sand snake and a 12v sump pump to transfer the runoff back into the yard.
@@RaymondNotarioisnt it bad rinsing pre treatment into grass? Sorry lol pre treatment and chemicals is the only thing holding me back from starting up pressure washing
Great video Question I only can get 10percent sh what mix would you use
That depends on what system you're using. For downstream start with 50/50 and go up from there.
Hello, Sir. I did my first two jobs yesterday. It is hard work! Question - some of my QC's are already becoming a PIA connecting/disconnecting. What type of lube would you recommend for them?
I don't know of any lube that helps, but if you get a good stainless steel quick connect it may help your situation. Spend a few extra bucks on better quality and it will be worth it in the long run
On your gutter blighting how do you mix the Clean Saw BC?
25% cleansol 75% h20
@@RaymondNotario Thanks for the Help man!
I’m just starting my pressure washing business can you pump spray the hc / cleaner on the driveway without a soft wash system
Yes you can, it will just take a very long time compared to having a pump. Look into a 12v pump soon as you get some revenue built up! Good luck!
Thank you for this awesome video! Where would i be able to get these SDS sheets you mentioned?
By law the supplier has to have them available. Some mail them with the product others you'll need to get through email or online.
@@RaymondNotario Ok thanks!
Great video! I want to do my driveway now. 🙂
I have a 4000psi 4gpm belt drive with a 20inch MiTM surface cleaner. I just bought 2 new ones. Sherwin Williams told me they would work. Should I take them back before I use them. and buy a 16inch surface cleaner
I have the same set up that I purchased from SW. It works fine with the 20 inch surface cleaner. You wouldn't be happy with a 16.
@@scottcheney6955 thank you buddy. I truly appreciate it. just starting out on my own I was hoping I did the right thing. ty
that machine will push the 20" just fine. I had the same setup when I started.
@@RaymondNotario awesome that's
do you guys have any ideas or pictures of a Gen 2 softwash system. I need a way to figure out how to flush out sh lines and soap at the end of each job. someone said just leave sh and soap in lines so you don't have to keep priming it
great video Ray as always
Thanks brother
New subscriber here. Great Video Ray!! Please help me!!! When you say your bringing your SH from 12 to 2-3% how in the hell do you calculate that?? Please forgive my ignorance
10% SH mixed 1/2 SH to 1/2 H20 becomes 6% SH and so on and so forth. Hope that helps.
very good video, but it is not illegal to dump chemicals into the city drain?
You can burm up the drain and pump it into the yard or use a reclamation system. Check with your local municipality to find out your local and federal laws/guidelines
@@RaymondNotario 👍
thanks brother ! awesome video
Solid video bro,I gat you...subscribed
Is that an x Jet nozzle on end of your trigger gun for your SH?
Nice job Ray! Keep on gettin it bro!
Thanks brother! Back at ya!
Ray, a great video brother!! The job was well done as well brother!!!!
Thank you !
so with the sh and degreaser what psi should I run? if i dont apply a pretreat what psi should I run if im using a surface cleaner?
Great video man, I wasn’t sure on what solution to use for pretreatment! Very informative video!
Hey Ray, just wondering if you are still using that unger for windows?
Have you tried plugging opposite holes on the bar to see if it cleans different? I'm thinking that having them offset might help to feather out any lines. If mine had 4 holes I'd try it.
No I haven't tried that, but i've heard of people putting different degree tips in the other 2 holes.
Hey buddy . thanks for the video . what size nozzles would i need for a 4 GPM and 4000 PSI Pressure W. Flat Surface cleaner with 2 nozzles ?
2502x2 is what i used
Ray what kind of pump in that box are you using with the generator?
one that I do not recommend. 3rd one this year and this one is about to go. I am switching to goulds pumps
Hey Ray! The SDS sheets apply to the surfactants and all the SH too?
Hey Jon, yes you are technically supposed to have all containers labeled and have the SDS sheet for each chemical.
What’s your ratio to your pretreat?and what kind of SH do you use?
Ray, Great tutorial, as usual Sir! Here in NJ, weather and security always a concern, want your thoughts-- Growing from 8ft truck bed to a new trailer build next season--would you look at open or Enclosed trailers if your were in my shoes? Rich
Given that you are concerned about theft and the cold, i'd def steer more towards a box truck. If I were to go that route i'd try to cut in some roll up door on the passenger side to work out of and so the equipment gets displayed to the customer.
@@RaymondNotario Thanks Ray....good suggestion...
Hey Raymond, thank you for all the useful information. Do have any recommendation on handling the white oxidation from brick houses, because I really can’t find any information on making the bricks look clean. I would really appreciate if you can give me a tip or links to getting rid of the white look on the bricks. Thank you very much I appreciate your time and help.
Yes I do. I would try either nmd80 or Onerestore. There is also a chem called white scum remover. I think the white on brick you are referring to is called efflorescence
Great video! I learned a lot. I do have a question though. I’m still learning and practicing on my property. I didn’t use any chemicals and just ran the surface cleaner with water. After everything dried up I noticed lines. Am I still able to post treat it even though it’s been a few days?
Thanks man it wouldnt hurt to try id bet it would remove the lines
Any reason for going side to side vs. Going up and down?
Great video. I’m new to learning about pressure washing. So you use the soft wash system to pretreat? If I were to start a pressure cleaning company one day without all of the soft wash equipment, what’s the next most efficient way to pretreat?
What is the brand of the cut off valve
Do you have good luck predrator pressure washer?
Ray, Local NC guy here. Do you have any recommendations on breaking into the post construction market? Thanks.
how long do you usually leave the SH on for?
Awesome work bro!! 👍🏼
Thanks Ralda!
Good to see you making a video. Good stuff!
Thanks bro, I got a little busy this summer and had to dial back lol
With the chipping parts of the concrete did you still pretreat those areas, and/or does it cause more chipping when adding those pretreaters? Also does using the surface cleaner over the chipping areas chip the concrete more ?
Sodium hypochlorite does not affect concrete as it is not an acid. It is alkaline and will not etch. You always have a risk of damage, but setting the pressure at an acceptable setting for the type of concrete is key. Pressure sprays, but volume cleans. If that makes any sense.
Great video Ray 👍
Most driveways that I do, I'll start by pre-rinsing all the expansion joints out and getting all the existing dirt off. It really depends on the condition of the driveway though..
I just picked up 10 gallons of Gold Assassin and I can't wait to see how it works with cold water.
Keep hustlin' broski! 😎👍
Let me know how it works for ya!
Quick question how do you find the right hose length for your pressure washer
I usually get 200 feet and maybe an extra 50 or 100 footer on the side . Just in case
I put 100' on the reel first and then I add 50' sections after that.
Hi mr Raymond. where do you get the sds sheet please I need some help
Internet search or contact the manufacturer directly
how are you shooting the treatment product with the gun. Is that a soft washer or downstreamer
Soft wash pump, it was a booster in this vid, i'm running a new 12v X6 pump now.
What’s the best surfactant can I use for just starting up a soft wash business? Trying to stay low budget until I can get more customers.
Hey Ray, I've got a 40yr old concrete slab driveway, 2000 sq ft in Massachusetts, dirty but no oil stains. Some local pressure washing companies say they only use water when pressure washing concrete driveways (or heated water), others use chemicals, such as F9 Groundskeeper. Should I steer clear of the ones only planning on using water? Thanks!
Is that an M5 twist nozzle on the soft wash hose?
Yes the 4-7gpm one
Raymond, i have two one gallon pump sprayers. I plan to just keep oxalic acid for rust on my truck. What’s a good second chemical I should keep on my truck? I saw you use eaco chem hot stain for oil. Or should I have another 1 gallon? Thank you. Also where can I get those chemical lids with the pour spout on it?