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Saw a "power wash/paint" company washing a chain gas station fuel pads w/ COLD WATER and approx 18" - 20" Whisper Wash as well as restriping the parking spaces. Does anyone offer this as a side service after cleaning? What kind of pricing factors are used? It would seem relatively quick...

Hey Wiz. Have a Becket 12v burner on Tuff 5.6gpm/ 3000psi skid. While working, hot water stopped. Called manufacturer about problem, and with their help, found two wires in junction box behind panel that had melted against a contact. I pulled them off contact, checked the inline fuse which...

I have been asked for bid on cleaning, staining, and sealing approx 4000+ sq ft of concrete (homeowner's driveway and sidewalk). I have given a bid on on cleaning already, but this will be first time to stain as well as seal. Since this is a job that I don't do too often, I plan to bid it as a...

Have brand new Tuff 3000 psi 5 gpm hot / cold skid. Has 1 hr on it (from factory test). H2O input is 3/4" hose w/ approx 5 gal every 45 sec entering pump. Unloader is K7 flow activated unloader. Turned H2O on to wash for 1st time, had pessure for about 15-20 sec, then lost all pressure. PSI...

I have a possible lead to wash a major soft drink suppliers delivery trucks on a weekly basis (total 102 trucks + various OTR's that come in as well). Have seen the marketing posts about residential / commercial, but thot this might require a little different approach. What has been successful...

Another question......... Do skid units that have engine and components welded to frame have a problem w/ the welds breaking after time due to vibration? Are there any units that are bolted to frames instead? I was advised that there are some units that have a separate rubber-coated plate...

What parts are required to build a kit to plumb a water tank into a pressure washer machine? Is it cost effective enough to do by myself or should I just pay the cost of buying a commercial setup? Anything special I should watch out for when doing this? It just seems that the commercial prices...

Sorry for all the questions, but want to get started correctly. Commercial auto insurance -- do I need it just starting out? Checked on getting it, but already ran into a snag: crossing a state line. Realizing that finding PW insurance hard enough, but finding one that will insure across...

I have seen pics of some very nice rigs and noticed various ways y'all have advertised on them. I was wondering.........how do you guys place lettering / signage on tanks and trailers? Do y'all use stick on lettering / numbers? Professional painting? Recommendations? Thanks, Tim...

I just tonight started the "cold-calling" advertising. Got names and phone numbers and started calling. Here's a few lessons learned real quick: Newbie Lesson #1 --- ALWAYS have thoughts in order or written down before calling. Newbie lesson #2 -- 3 C's: Conident, Curteous, Concise (get to...

I've been one of those "lurking" members who read ALOT but dont say much, and I have learned a great deal. Thank you everyone. I am going to buy some new equipment within a week or so, and I would like some feedback if anyone cares to offer their $.02 worth. I realize that everyone uses...

I am considering purchasing a used PW rig from a local Pwer going out of business due to medical probs. Here's the info on rig: approx 5'x8' custom open trailer 3500# single axle Better Built toolbox (full-size) on front Landa 11 HP Honda engine, belt-drive, 3.5 gpm, 3000 psi portable cold H2O...

Just saw in today's paper an ad for a local trucking company advertising for an onsite washrack employee. I contacted the service manager to inquire if this was a contract bid or an onsite employee (he stated it was the latter). From the posts that I have read, this might be an opportunity to...