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    Questions on Stripping Decks

    What is a good way to determine whether or not I need to use a stripper on a wood deck? Are there times when I can just powerwash the wood deck and then re-stain.? Do different types of wood require different types of stripper? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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    Bid Sheets Please!?!?

    I am starting a powerwashing company for wood decks, fences, and driveways. I was wondering if any body had a bid sheets or pricing forms. I live in somewhat of a wealthier neighborhood. My email is jahill@ilstu.edu any help on pricing would be greatly appreciated. I currently have two...
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    Sprayers

    I was wondering what is the differance between Diaphram or Piston sprayers? I will be staining wooden decks and fences and was wondering what the best type of sprayer to purchase is? (what kind of horsepower do i need?, What size tip? PSI?) Also where might be the best place to purchase my...
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    Questions on wood staining prices?

    Thanks Thanks for the info cat. I'm not sure that there is all that much prep that goes into a fence. After powerwashing a fence it should be ready to go. I guess it would depend on the type of wood also. Another question: If I'm am going to stain a deck do i need to sand it and do I charge...
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    Questions on wood staining prices?

    I plan on starting a powerwashing business this coming summer and was wondering how to price wood fences when powerwashing and restaining. I have a decent amount of experience powerwashing and staining fences but mostly by hand. I have two powerwashing units one with hot water and one just cold...
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    Airless sprayers

    I was wondering what a good set up of an airless sprayer was. I started a business last summer and did several fence stainings by hand which took a lot of time. I would like to know what I need to have (psi and type of sprayer). Thanks in advance for your advice.
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