Dirty Green Fascia Clean Challenge!

[@ExtremeShez]

The dirt came up easier than I thought. Thanks for the video.

[@aemackintosh]

Yeah, the TFR really helps things along.😃👍🏼

[@cwshtygriff13]

Best I’ve seen during 3 decades 👍

[@aemackintosh]

Thanks! It was quite a dirty one!

[@aqua-holiccleaning9449]

Great video, tfr brilliant product especially for really dirty work. Great brush to use, I’m a big Gardiner fan! Many thanks for the great video and also the shout out last week on your podcast, my year made! Awesome! 👍

[@aemackintosh]

No worries! Thanks for your comments, and thanks for your email! Much appreciated.😎👍🏼

[@JasonDunlop247]

Another fine job & another well put together demo Ashley 👏 Personally gave up all those extra services & i just stick to window cleaning. Its an easier way to make a living I feel & less strain on the old arthritic bones!

[@aemackintosh]

Fair enough. Thanks for your comments. It’s not as easy as it looks. I quite like the variety, but I can see why others choose to keep things simple too.😃👍🏼

[@theawesomeyoutubersandco7124]

Hi mate- you are excellent- so thorough- wonderful! Highly recommended 💯👍

[@aemackintosh]

Thanks for your comments.😃👍🏼

[@JPHeath]

I tend to also mix some selco citrus de greaser in a mix too and it usually brushed straight off after a 10 min soak

[@danivinson]

Good job fella. Have you thought about a spray nozzle from Da-Components to target the tfr? Would mean two poles on the go but lighter and more precise.

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, I’ve got one, great bit of kit. But I usually just put the cleaning solution through the jets on the brush to make things easier.😃👍🏼

[@MrJdp1968]

Two poles on the go is so much quicker 👍🏻

[@pinkblackpudding]

@@aemackintosh I always find that no matter what angle put the brush head. I can never seem to get the dirt from the top of the fascia behind the gutter. Use the same kind of brush as you too. I always have to go up and detail with a wet n dry cloth!

[@yellowmr1]

Whats that ball thing on the hose at 2.35 in the video?

[@aemackintosh]

It just helps prevent the metal fitting from dragging on the ground and getting damaged.👍🏼

[@zxcvbnm86236]

How much for job like this ?

[@adambarnett2927]

Would you use regular tap water for first scrub & solution application? Then a rinse scrub off with pure water? Thanks

[@aemackintosh]

Sure, that’s a great way to save some of your precious pure water.👍🏼

[@MrNickr123]

Would you put TFR through your backpack if you then needed it to do regular window cleans? As in give it a clean out the fill with pure water?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, you will need to thoroughly rinse it out before using it with pure water.

[@MrNickr123]

@ brilliant thank you. Very new to the game and trying to make what Iv bought work for me. Hoping to book on a course in the new year to push my business forward 👍

[@craigsykes7292]

Which jets did you opt for with this brush . Im just about order the slx 22 wfp from gardiner with this brush. Ive also bought the duel trim dupont brush from xline with the rinse bar. Am i right in thinking i can just purchase an additional brush socket from gardiner and attach it to my xline brush

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, you can just screw on the right fitting for your gooseneck. I use fan jets in my brush for facia cleaning.👍🏼

[@michaelcarroll5431]

Great job👍 I personally use AutoGlym multiwash TFR. Non corrosive, and a mix of 7:1 Works a treat

[@aemackintosh]

Great.👍🏼

[@adambarnett2927]

Do you have separate brushes you only use for facia, guttering cleaning?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, I have a separate flocked bristle brush I use just for fascias and gutter cleans only.👍🏼

[@jamieTJ2417]

Hi, Just a question forgive me if I’m been simple but when diluting ubik 2000 it says 1:200 dose that mean 1L of ubik to 200l of water ? Many thanks

[@ml6cut463]

Does the brush stock scratch the upvc?

[@aemackintosh]

It doesn’t if you don’t bash it against the upvc.

[@chrishorner4221]

Do you need to rinse with pure water? I’m aware of the benefits of pure water for window cleaning but does it do the same with pvc?

[@aemackintosh]

It’s better to rinse with pure water so there’s no residue left behind and the finish will be better.

[@BenMorris12309]

Is TFR suitable to spray on windows for first cleans and have you ever had any issues with overspray/drips drying on the glass and leaving marks?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, you just have to be a little careful with it. Don’t mix it too strong, and don’t leave it to dry out on the glass/frame as it can cause staining. So I usually only use it in the worst cases. A standard upvc cleaning solution is safer and easier in most cases.👍🏼

[@andyd2033]

Could you use the same type of brush for a conservatory roof, or would you suggest a different type of brush??

[@aemackintosh]

Yes you could, but I usually prefer a brush with slightly stiffer bristles for a conservatory roof actually.😃👍🏼

[@andyd2033]

@@aemackintosh would a supreme flock be suitable for fascias/gutters and even conservatory roofs??

[@aemackintosh]

Sure, yes. A stiffer bristled brush will be better for cutting through more stubborn dirt, but a flocked bristle brush will be more gentle. So I usually prefer flocked on fascias so there is less risk of scratching the plastic, and a stiffer brush on conservatory roofs where the dirt tends to be more stubborn.😃👍🏼

[@andyd2033]

@@aemackintosh Thanks Ash 👍🏼

[@kentskjnnemann5629]

Can't you use tap water for this type of cleaning?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, if you want, but I always do the final rinse with pure water.😃👍🏼

[@Jack-tj9hq]

That’s come up fantastic. Can I just ask please Ashley If starting out what length ladder do I need for typical house trad windows and what size for gutter clearance? Thanks a lot mate.

[@aemackintosh]

Thanks. I use a 3.5m closed, extending to 6m ladder for average domestic window cleaning. It should also reach the gutters.😃👍🏼

[@SandorsGardening462]

Hi, What fan jet do you use? Thank you. :)

[@r.ptoneloc3173]

How long is that brush

[@aemackintosh]

The pole is 30ft, plenty of reach.

[@nzed316]

do you have your own water tank in your van or you use the client's water tap to get water?

[@aemackintosh]

I have a tank in the van. But sometimes I use the customers tap first to wash these grubby jobs, then finish it with pure water from the van.😃👍🏼

[@waynemichalak1652]

Ashley what gardiner brush did you use on this job nice video before and after 👍

[@aemackintosh]

Thanks. It’s a Super Lite sill brush with flocked bristles, and fan jets.😃👍🏼

[@tomyoungman23]

How much did you charge Ashley?

[@rcexteriorcleaningservices6908]

Hi Ashley, I heard someone say that Screwfix No Nonsense heavy duty cleaner is a s good as Ubik200. would this work ok on such dirty guttering?

[@aemackintosh]

Yeah, I’ve heard that. I haven’t tried it though. A lot of these cleaning solutions can often be very similar but just with different branding. So stick to whatever you think works best I suppose.😃👍🏼

[@rcexteriorcleaningservices6908]

@@aemackintosh Thanks for the reply, one other thing is why don't you use your pressure washer to clean guttering and facias? seems like it would be easier to wet before and after brushing in and agitating the chemical.

[@aemackintosh]

A lot of hassle to bring all that kit for that, and I’m not keen on possibly blasting water up into the roof, those fascias are not always that sturdy.

[@juliancrowe9754]

Hi mate what would you usually charge for a full house clean on gutters fascias and soffit semi or detached average sized cheers mate jules

[@aemackintosh]

I set a minimum price of £65.😃👍🏼

[@pinkblackpudding]

@@aemackintosh you clean a semi detached soffit and fascia for £65??

[@aemackintosh]

No, I said that’s my minimum price.

[@craigmacdonald4196]

just wondering what you do in the winter months, Do you still get pressure wash and soft wash jobs?

[@aemackintosh]

Yeah, I keep doing as much as I reasonably can. Pressure washing goes a bit quiet, but then there is more gutter cleaning to do and my regular windows.😃👍🏼

[@neilstokescvwshrewsbury7939]

I find the staining around the joints is, normally from the adhesive that they have been stuck together with..

[@iandocksey9792]

Don't think they should be stuck together. Should have easy access for cleaning. If they have sealant they not installed correctly.

[@nickcrooks1804]

Great video as usual, thank you. Just one question, does the tfr cause damage if you get it on the glass or customers plants?

[@aemackintosh]

No, as long as you don’t leave it sitting for too long. Don’t let it dry out on the surface, and wash away thoroughly and you will be fine.😃👍🏼

[@russellemery8187]

Great job as usual. What does living in a hard water area have to do with discoloration or gutter joints surely rain water is the same wherever you live no harder or softer ?

[@aemackintosh]

Fair point, but I suppose the water picks up dirt from what’s in the gutter and then seeps through the joints.😬👎🏼

[@bovril8583]

How much would you all price a job like that? I've not used TFR, only ubiks 2000

[@iandocksey9792]

I only use ubik2000 on most of my jobs like this

[@alexmunn36]

£150

[@iandocksey9792]

I got 1 today at 170 quid, but I include a window clean, as I'm gonna get them filthy cleaning the above, most times I get a regular clean out of it also. Bonus!

[@TheGoose549]

What brands of tfr do you recommend? Sorry I comment so much lol

[@aemackintosh]

I usually get these kind of chemicals from bonnymans.co.uk but mainly you want to look out for two types of TFR, caustic and non caustic.👍🏼

[@MrJdp1968]

I always use non caustic TFR, never get any problems

[@aemackintosh]

Nice one. There are so many different kinds / brands of TFR.😃👍🏼

[@GWSServicesGutterCleaning]

Do you still use the constant flow Ashley ? Do you use the contact foam on the windows aswell as the upvc ? Good videos.

[@aemackintosh]

No, those products are very overpriced for what they are, which is not very good at all.👎🏼

[@cristalwindow]

The neighbours looking and one dog was impressed ;D

[@aemackintosh]

😆👍🏼

[@caspian_playzz3191]

Where are you wpf from?

[@aemackintosh]

I’m using a Gardiner slx-22 pole.😃👍🏼

[@caspian_playzz3191]

@@aemackintosh thanks

[@niblet112]

Hot water system user here. never had to use any chemicals so far. Have you ever tried a hot water system?

[@aemackintosh]

Not yet, but I hear it’s quite handy for things like this.😃👍🏼

[@niblet112]

@@aemackintosh I’ve used both. if you get yourself a van mounted system that runs off the diesel tank you will never go back to cold :)

[@pristineclean977]

Did the neighbour ask you to clean his?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, I gave him a quote, but he wasn’t interested when I told him. His loss I suppose.😉👍🏼

[@richardbranson8658]

I think sometimes its easier work doing it off the ladders once your up there there no pressure on the shoulders.. Really your then sharing the work with your lower and upper body muscles instead of all shoulders... I did one the other day by ladder for a change... It was so much less strain....just did 7ft lengths at a time...

[@VasileMunteanu-i3v]

Good Chanel. Quality cleaning. Hello Ash how can I contact you . Some questions to you. thank you

[@dacomponents]

Happy days

[@aemackintosh]

😎👍🏼

[@pauluss1053]

i wish the only people that ask for gutter and facias cleans all lived in bungalows

[@nealreilly4767]

Yeah it's harder work than it looks when up higher 🥵😅

[@alexmunn36]

I don’t, you can’t hide anything with bungalows it’s all in your face, houses you can get away with stuff

[@aemackintosh]

Giving it a spray first with a good cleaning chemical definitely makes it a bit easier.😃👍🏼

[@Jaxson3500]

Looks cracking mate! Wee question I still use the traditional method ladders etc and use a hand brush to give sills and frames etc a clean (comes as standard with me and included in price) I had been looking at the brush and backpack but have heard from alot of customers, the last guy they used used the backpack and they said they prefer the traditional way, as the windows, sills frames never looked that clean and always had cob webs/dirt etc on them, is that a common thing? Or do you think the guy just wasn't doing it properly?🤔🤔

[@davidfisher3273]

Did the neighbour give you any work?

[@aemackintosh]

I was too expensive for him in the end.🤦🏻‍♂️

[@dynajedi]

The neighbour was a nosey barsteward 🤣🤣👍

[@aemackintosh]

😆 It’s ok when neighbours notice what you’re doing. As long as they’re impressed and they want a quote.😉👍🏼

[@dynajedi]

@@aemackintosh Agreed, but did he ask for a quote? 🤣

[@aemackintosh]

Yup.

[@jd12do]

Would be quicker if you power hosed

[@aemackintosh]

Power washing it could easily cause damage and push water into the loft space.

[@ashjohnson8099]

Personally think tfr a waste of time,betime you put chemical on rinsed etc 🤔 times money... also how comes you didn't use the ionic foam solution ?

[@aemackintosh]

The Ionic solution is very expensive for what it is. I find that the TFR actually save time because I don’t have to scrub so much.😃👍🏼

[@ashjohnson8099]

@@aemackintosh whats the best tfr to use without any damage

[@adamhill6744]

How long did that take you just out of interest. Always seem to take me ages lol

[@aemackintosh]

Couple of hours I suppose. A good dose of TFR always helps things along.😃👍🏼

[@robertellwood8601]

How much u charge for that job?