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@SteveOthewindowcleaner Жыл бұрын
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@SteveOthewindowcleaner 10 ай бұрын
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@iamgabrielh 10 ай бұрын
Hey SteveO, is the cliche chemicals hi slide practically the same as winsol super slip? like do they do the same type of thing by keeping the solutions staying wetter longer?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 10 ай бұрын
@@iamgabrielh yes it’s the same thing
@petunia5835 2 жыл бұрын
It is so fascinating watching another window cleaner work. I understand why people love watching me work because it is fascinating to watch.
@michaelsherry7503 Жыл бұрын
Saw this technique in an ad for a window cleaning conference and gave it a try, and so far it's been an effective process, especially living in Southern Arizona.
@robertstewart1254 Жыл бұрын
The double hand method is priceless and has saved me many times. Seeing this technique again reminded me of houses with pet hair on the inside glass. I would scrub the window down, and then do a fan with the strip washer to pull the pet hair down and off the glass. It helped a lot.
@Grinfas 3 жыл бұрын
STEEEEVOOOOO!!!! I use 2 trad poles one with mop and the other with squegee THAT WAY I SPEND LESS TIME SWITCHING BETWEEN MY TBAR MOP AND SQUEGEE , I DONT USE THE FLIQ PAD ANYMORE, I always redunk my mop AND no rinse for each window TO GET AS MUCH WATER (SOLUTION) ON THE GLASS , I dont use dawn soap anymore I USE WINSOL APC 100 2 CAP FULL FOR 3 GALLONS OF WATER AND 1 CAP FULL SUPER SLIP. LESS DETAILING AND NO SOAP STREAKING LIKE DAWN.
@eschwake18 3 жыл бұрын
😎🤘🏼Excellent techniques for days like these. Learning how to use the fliq-pad is a MUST!!
@cojventures7911 Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate for taking the time to share your knowledge you are a master at your art
@beautifuldaycleaningco.8795 3 жыл бұрын
Love it, man! Super helpful! Will be sharing with my team. And thanks for the soap recipe, too!
@richardvila1173 3 жыл бұрын
Man you make it so easy, you are now my Yoda Window Cleaner. Watching your videos more now to sink in some knowledge.
@bensonCP 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stevo! This is very applicable to us down in Australia 🇦🇺
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@andrewstamps2806 3 жыл бұрын
Sadly not an issue in the UK right now.....but i feel alot warmer now after watching this so cheers😊😊 Andrew. Great techniques also
@ralfmuller1531 2 жыл бұрын
It really depends on the time you can spend on a job and the temperature, but i like to just keep mopping the window until the glass is a little cooler and and the really agressive evaporation is over.
@joshuaroy7 2 жыл бұрын
So helpful...I was struggling with this today.
@hankwilts6472 3 жыл бұрын
Great vid as always, Best Wishes from Cyprus!
@novavroomvroom6809 3 жыл бұрын
I've been out of work for 8 months now....I'm getting into window washing so this is a great video....I'm learning a lot from your videos and I will be purchasing this kit....thank you for your videos...
@natethetoe386 Жыл бұрын
How did it go? You get some jobs?
@davidwilkinson5503 8 ай бұрын
Thank You SteveO!
@kiezkollegewestside3920 3 жыл бұрын
Great Job 👌Perfect done!
@CarlosOrtiz-rg1yg 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I personally like a Sorbo. Just feels better on my hand. Whats your preference a d why?
@andyjcoop 3 жыл бұрын
I do a lot of north facing properties in australia, its tough work. I sometimes hit them with the hose to try and cool them. Very watery mop and two hand technique. I once was cleaning windows in like 38 degrees c with a strong wind and it was just drying before I could get it off even with the two hand technique.
@Philosopat 3 жыл бұрын
Also sunglasses and skin protection in direct sun in front of windows! Very important! I've found the Boulder brand soap works amazingly.
@allanpereira2383 2 жыл бұрын
congratulations on the work
@misterservicepro9407 3 жыл бұрын
my favorite window cleaner..
@hannankhan5589 3 жыл бұрын
I don't care what anyone says, as long as anyone does their Job with Passion, they'll always be the best person they can be. My kudos to you sir!
@djangounchained9942 7 ай бұрын
Hello Steve which head camera do you used?
@macgyverbryan1377 3 жыл бұрын
In the direct sunlight setting the Excelerator to 10° makes it easier to straight pull to the sill.
@joshuamiller780 3 жыл бұрын
I think the problem is that the newer Fliq pads actually hang a little lower than the old ones, putting the squeegee a little higher instead of more center on the pad. So there is still water in the bottom part of the wash pad but it isn’t being pressed to the glass.
@Brandon-no3vc 2 жыл бұрын
At what glass temperature do you have to start using the super slip and at what temp of glass do you have to do the 2 hand method
@DaveB324 2 жыл бұрын
I'm cleaning in -2°c in the uk at the moment. You're making me jealous Steve🤣
@christianmadsen1797 2 жыл бұрын
I am starting a cleaning business that does window cleaning. How do you go about pricing your window cleanings?
@MrTgpargolf 3 жыл бұрын
New sub, cold soda, sandwich in hand... BINGE WATCH TIME! Thanks for the content!
@5elevenfirewood195 2 жыл бұрын
What toolbelt/ holsters do you use?
@daveallen7477 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, this will make my day today. Legend
@SteveOthewindowcleaner Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help
@ExternalDefeat87 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I really appreciate your content. I was wondering what sort of tool you use to pop screens? I bought one off of WCR and it broke. I can’t remember seeing what you use in any of your videos
@MrTgpargolf 3 жыл бұрын
Screen King is what i have seen him using...
@danga2324 2 жыл бұрын
I nothing about window cleaning, what are the different types of squeegees and what are the decent brands? Love ya work👌🏻
@LuckyMalata-pu8hh Ай бұрын
Hey mate my is Lucky from SouthAfrica, can I please ask you a Quick Question where can I get the same kind of set wag tail squeegee and tele pole?
@chosen2begreat Ай бұрын
5:55 I did this technique today on 28 7ft tall windows and I left streaks on the window on accident smh it was VERY tough
@brents1643 2 жыл бұрын
Your the best hands down bro
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brent!
@stevenhensman2541 3 жыл бұрын
Well I have got to admit using a pad and squeezy is so relaxing I do miss it
@vanderhoff66fu 3 жыл бұрын
Great video
@michaeltihon3485 3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing :)
@Beautifulangel555 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Went cleaning window you have to do the inside too. I’m trying to figure out how to start my business.
@user-hr6rt9wc2w 24 күн бұрын
Did you start it, if so how did it go?
@MrGoldrush81 3 жыл бұрын
What’s the difference between the soft rubber and hard rubber? When should I use each? Pretty sure company I work for only supplies us with soft rubbers year round and I live in nj.
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Hard rubber is for summer, soft rubber for winter. Ettore master rubber is a great in between for all weather windowcleaner.com/ettore-master-squeegee-rubber?pt=MY
@mikevarela9141 Жыл бұрын
Thank you🙏
@thestalionmassimo 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video
@alanweak 3 жыл бұрын
In the 3 years I worked for Fish, I had a lot of high glass that I had to clean in direct sun using only an ettore backflip and unger super pole because that was the equipment given to me. I had to basically wet about 2ft of glass, squeegee, then 2ft more, squeegee, repeat... Pain in the ass and tiring, but a great workout lol.
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Most definitely, it can get very tedious especially when it’s a long wall of windows in the blazing sun
@redsresearch 2 ай бұрын
so it doesn't matter if the soap and superslip dries on the window just re wet it?
@davidstearswindowcleaningr2677 3 жыл бұрын
Try to use less soap to stop the bleeding. Using a lot of soap seems to cause the bleeding.
@christianmadsen1797 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve. I have a question?
@angelr8797 3 жыл бұрын
I have that same handle. How does that channel compare to the Moerman liquidator 2.0 channel if you know?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
So much smoother then the liquidator
@typerightseesight 3 жыл бұрын
I wanna make one of those moerman excelerator ettore brass with the flip but i dont like the teeth cutting and tape work.. probably gunna go unger ninja this summer.
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
I would at least make one, its a nice setup, Pulex is coming out with something like the Moerman Excelerator at some point, that should be interesting
@james2614mc 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate. I'm about 2 months into my busniess now and stuff is going well. Still gaining customers regularly so getting closer and closer to paying the bills each month. How do you do straight pulls without leaving any streaks? Just leave a few mm of dry glass at the top?
@alanweak 3 жыл бұрын
Leaving that dry zone at the top as well as feathering the top and making sure that you angle your squeegee on the way down. If you do all of that but still have streaks/lines, maybe check if it's time to change your rubber. If the glass is hot, you may have to only wet about a 2ft width of glass, pull down on that, then wet the next 2ft of glass, pull down that, and repeat... Hope this helps!
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Alan explained it perfectly
@danieljerloew 3 жыл бұрын
Are you useing the handle on the 25 degrees most often? or do you click back to 40 in hand?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
40 in hand 95 percent of the time
@theredshow2397 3 жыл бұрын
Is it the same method when doing car windows? I have a detailing business and today was very hot day. I used my window cleaner and it just cooked right up and it was very opaque and hazy. Is there any way to work around that?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
It could but I personally haven't tried it
@joshalejandro1573 Жыл бұрын
Great videos Steve, still wondering on pricing . What would you charge for a single window that size you've just done ?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner Жыл бұрын
For outside only $3-$4 depending on frequency of cleaning
@Legend-wu7pj 3 жыл бұрын
Just keep the window really wet, not so much soap. No need for messing about with extra solutions
@nougat5357 Жыл бұрын
really? why?
@Legend-wu7pj Жыл бұрын
@@nougat5357 less soap it’ll dry quicker. Get it really wet and blade it while it’s wet
@sweetpea7455 10 ай бұрын
Right
@Coneman3 5 ай бұрын
Yes and if window is big, do a big at a time
@codymayer6319 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being on point with making the vid. I asked you a couple weeks ago and boom here it is. Thanks bro God bless
@shinecitywindowwashing4745 2 жыл бұрын
Its a challenge here in Texas on really hot day.
@yandel11210 2 жыл бұрын
What’s the brand of squeegee do you use? The one you are using for the top of the window? Thanks in advance
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 2 жыл бұрын
That is this windowcleaner.com/moerman-excelerator-3-0?pt=MY
@bracho86 Жыл бұрын
Why not use DI water or with RO machine?
@rodriguezr.r.7785 4 ай бұрын
What guide is that one?
@kervinonyoutube1780 11 ай бұрын
Where do you get the water from? Do you carry your own supply? Or do you just get it from the garden hose? What about in commercial areas?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 11 ай бұрын
From a water source
@Jacob-yx5vz 2 жыл бұрын
How often do you clean these windows? They look very clean already.
@Jacob-yx5vz 2 жыл бұрын
Oh nvm u said quarterly 😂
@copperstatewindowcleaning7471 Жыл бұрын
What is the 6 inch squeegee combo you use? Unger?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner Жыл бұрын
Yea this works great windowcleaner.com/unger-complete-ergotec-xl-squeegees?pt=MY
@leobui437 28 күн бұрын
Can you use water moped on this direct sun window? Thank you
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 23 күн бұрын
Yes you can
@davidbelitz7692 3 жыл бұрын
,Do you have a video on cleaning A frame windows with pole and squeegee?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
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@JCantu-hu2cn 7 ай бұрын
What kind of pole & squeegee are you using?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 7 ай бұрын
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@andyt9835 5 ай бұрын
I been cleaning windows for 6 years and the best way to clean windows in the sun is with two poles when your working by yourself saves a lot of time then working with one pole
@lukaswilbur2262 Жыл бұрын
Newbie question, how many windows did that business have and how did you prices that job for a quarterly maintenance clean?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner Жыл бұрын
Not sure on the window count, but at least a couple hundred and its at about $2.50 a side for quarterly
@aescoto1949 3 жыл бұрын
How do you know when to use a hard rubber vs a soft?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Hard rubber for warm weather, soft for cold weather
@aescoto1949 3 жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner Thanks brother! I appreciate you and your content, it's been helpful in my research, keep up the good work. God bless!
@renatofusaro3649 Жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, how much glycerine to put in the water?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner Жыл бұрын
1-2 tbsp per gallon depending on how hot it is
@renatofusaro3649 Жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner Grazie mille thank you very much. You are the best.
@MrGoldrush81 3 жыл бұрын
also, 0000 steel wool or bronze pad? which is better?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
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@carlosquiahua1614 2 жыл бұрын
When is the best time to use hard rubber thank you
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 2 жыл бұрын
In warm weather
@carlosquiahua1614 2 жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner thank you so much I love to watch your videos
@michaelaston8974 3 жыл бұрын
What's sunlight?
@joserios895 3 жыл бұрын
That green rubber lasts you a month?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Yea, I really hope Unger decides to release them into regular production
@calebduff5533 3 жыл бұрын
I wanna go into window cleaning but im only 15 what can I do
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Just do it, one thing I regret is not doing it earlier in life.
@ScottWConvid19 3 жыл бұрын
I just work fast, one window at a time
@xyourafunny 2 жыл бұрын
Just work in the shade unless u have to, be there real early then. 👍🏻
@IASC123 2 жыл бұрын
Why have you not got a step, SteveO?
@alexmarinbkllkkk1897 Жыл бұрын
Im on my second season as a window washer, i literally have to detail all four edges and this guys wipes a little on each side im lost!
@epycedits 3 ай бұрын
Because he's using a special rubber, he mentions the brand at the beginning. When you clean windows with a Squeegee that came with a stock rubber it won't work for zero detail cleaning. He is also using the excellerator 2.0 squeegee which puts more pressure on the ends for zero detailing.
@southbeachmiamiart895 Жыл бұрын
I'd use a hose. When I house wash roofs I cool it down with water before I spray the chlorine on it. With windows you could do the same. Why don't you window washers use a soap dispenser and wash the entire outside structure? Laundry detergent with vinegar works perfectly.
@OverflowMusicStudio 4 ай бұрын
Please explain this? What do you mean?
@ryanfewster574 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻
@stevenhensman2541 3 жыл бұрын
Don't you use di water water fed pole
@Pedersons1 3 жыл бұрын
Is this a 14" or 18" Excelerator?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
14"
@torreswindowcleaningmemo8210 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha I know how that is horrible@ always work ahead of the sun for your own good lol if I get surprised wfp saves me😄😄
@SumpNuther 2 жыл бұрын
On adding chemicals to slow evaporation, I don't believe that happens, and if it does it's not enough to make a difference.
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have experience with these products and knowledge to support the claim that it doesn’t work?
@SumpNuther 2 жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner I'm looking for evidence that a chemical slows evaporation. I've tried one before and did a test on two windows next to each other, no discernable difference.
@windowcleaninganthony2605 3 жыл бұрын
Sunlight really exposes EVERYTHING. It’s a good reminder when you get those jobs, to not let yourself get lazy with detailing streaks because it’ll show up later. Is the audio in this recorded with just go pro mic?
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Yep just from the go pro mic
@windowcleaninganthony2605 3 жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner sounds pretty darn good haha
@sundown798 2 жыл бұрын
What about cleaning windows with 30mph gusts lol.
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 2 жыл бұрын
No tips there lol I hate the wind
@nekkowink1994 3 жыл бұрын
🤘🏻🇺🇸
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
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@jetstreampowerwash Жыл бұрын
Steve why not do this job at night or in the evening? 9 to 5 is not real!!!
@SteveOthewindowcleaner Жыл бұрын
Did 9 to 5 for over a decade, you can for sure do it 9-5am
@jetstreampowerwash Жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner love the tips and tricks! You are the man!!
@bobslice1765 2 жыл бұрын
The wetter the better.. remember that
@KevintheApexGOAT 7 ай бұрын
sam sulek
@elizabethsavage5930 11 ай бұрын
Just wear sunglasses
@gastonjabaly 3 жыл бұрын
lol 50 degres? try cleaning windows with dry 115 degres in phoenix in the summer you kiteralty have 2 inches behind the sponge to work with super wet sponge and 2hands as fast as you can
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Yes the temp wasn't bad and I agree that warm conditions like that its definitely going to be worse, but Ive been there just gotta be super fast
@stevenhensman2541 3 жыл бұрын
I charged an extra for rainbow Street people inside like it
@johnnywebb4244 3 жыл бұрын
Why are you out of breath while cleaning windows
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Dude....really?!?
@xxmight450 3 жыл бұрын
Moerman combinator..one pass.
@Rocky-xx2zg 5 ай бұрын
Don't do that! JMO
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 5 ай бұрын
Don’t do what?
@Rocky-xx2zg 5 ай бұрын
Stay out of Direct sun. Only in shade and with a cool Glass surface. @@SteveOthewindowcleaner
@samuelbecker301 3 жыл бұрын
Why u take the pole? With a ladder ure way faster... u wouldnt get 1 job in germany if you clean like this
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
Not true, you show you're inexperience through your comment. Good luck
@samuelbecker301 3 жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner here in germany you have to go to school special for Windowcleaners ( gebäudereiniger) for 3 years. I Think i now what im Talking about u didnt even wash the Frame or detail the window
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
@@samuelbecker301 I can tell you dont, I would get your money back
@samuelbecker301 3 жыл бұрын
@@SteveOthewindowcleaner dude ure not even catching the Drops from youre squeeze super noobie
@SteveOthewindowcleaner 3 жыл бұрын
@@samuelbecker301 Your comments show how truly inexperienced you are, you can argue with me all day but your statements show you have little experience. This is a commercial job, outside only. This is a demonstration of how to clean windows in the hot sun when you have to be quick. Some day you will understand...until then keep practicing
@petunia5835 2 жыл бұрын
How to clean windows in direct sunlight? You don't lol. You clean them before sunrise or at sunset. 👍 I can't clean any windows in direct sunlight. It makes me sick to my stomach. I've developed an intolerance to heat and the sun so I have to do all my work in the shade. Most of my jobs have overhangs because I do all commercial. But when they are facing direct sunlight I have to either do them early in the morning or wait til they are in the shade later
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