How to Clean A Roof, Start to Finish

[@jonathanragland3651]

this guy is the man. he just gets straight to the point and offers so much advice.

[@adamg.3138]

Love him

[@camperatwill3951]

And has super nice hair

[@TOKER93ktv]

You’ve never blown siding or had a complaint you didn’t do .

[@kingi7545]

I agree!! Straight to the point that’s why I like this guy to! No bull shit a round!

[@UnderPressurePowerWashingLLc]

Same way I do things. No B.S. just straight to the point

[@jacknicholson6451]

You’re the best at explaining it. From start to finish you covered virtually every question . Keep doing what you’re doing mate.

[@Liveforchristministries]

Hey man love your videos there’s one technique I use for the downspouts I put contractor bags to collect the chemicals then dump it out to the street to prevent damage to grass or plants

[@wftyler9680]

Won’t the SH eat through the contractor bags?

[@chadcooper6534]

Same for me I'm starting a new company myself this is just something for the side that I can get my son interested in to do something during the summer when he's out of college maybe take it over one day and do it for himself and make a decent living

[@geoff8865]

Chad Cooper I've thought about doing on the side as well. My concern is that I'm from the Midwest and will only be able to do it 7-8 month out of the year. Have you been making money if you don't mind me asking?

[@panoramicclean3956]

@@geoff8865 Roof cleaning does slow down during the cooler months, but you can still fill the gaps with house washing and flatwork. You just need to do some marketing campaigns to get your company name out so people know you're available. Do EDDM in the same neighborhood a couple of times a year, and also hit multiple neighborhoods. Like this video said, a well made flyer will land in someone's drawer and when they need you, they will have you on hand and give you a call. Branch out and look for parking decks or gas stations to clean as well. If you have the proper degreasers and good pressure washers (8 GPM or even two 8 GPM combined) you can get fair business cleaning these commercial areas. Get some professional training from SoftWash Systems in Florida though. There are many laws and things to be aware of when working on commercial properties that very seldom pop up in residential cleaning.

[@rooferchicks]

Great video, you have one of the most thorough explanations of the process on KZbin. Love your trailer, we are really considering getting into this industry

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Feller Roofing of New Braunfels thanks man!

[@sethsebastian2901]

I just started a pressure washing business, and I found this very helpful. Thanks for the video I appreciate you

[@Micahshot]

How is it going?

[@brian7010]

hows the business going, now that its two years later? I'm looking to start one, so I'm just curious about others business.

[@lastnamefirst650]

6:40 this is crucial. I’ve had customers ask me after a job if I do window cleaning too. That was the most common one. Once I started suggesting it during wash walk throughs I started converting easily 50%+ 😊more customers

[@nethingmotorsinc]

I usually bag the downspouts for the initial roof wash application. Then hook the drainage back up and rinse thoroughly. Have had no plant damage. I take the runoff and use it to kill weeds and junk from growing on gravel driveways.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

The Rent Collector bagging works too.

[@johnwitt586]

Is there a special type of bag that is used so the SH does not burn through it?

[@jasonsmithroofing]

I’m a roofing contractor and bought the Little Giant Hyperlite Sumostance extension ladder. It is by far the best investment I’ve made in safety. There are outriggers that not only level the ladder on any terrain but also widens the base by about 3-4’. It is expensive, but you only cry once. Trust me it’s worth it.

[@mid-southsoftwashllc]

Looked it up. Seems like an amazing ladder. You said you only cry once…. Does it matter how long?? That thing is expensive! 😂😂 and idea if a stabilizer could be added to the top?? Looks like it wouldn’t be necessary

[@jasonsmithroofing]

@@mid-southsoftwashllc haha yeah it’s expensive but it’s been a life saver for the past year that I’ve used it. No need for a stand-off at the top unless you want one to stay off the gutters. The fact that you can set this ladder up in locations that you couldn’t set others in has saved me a lot of time. I just know it’ll fit wherever I need it and it’ll be stable. I will say this tho… that ladder creaks like hell! Very noisy as you climb up. It’s the sound of the fiberglass flexing. Not like it’ll break, but sure sounds like it. That’s my only negative against it. I really wish there was an aluminum version of it. I actually bought two other little giants. The King Kombo 8’-17’ A frame / extension and the 6’ - 10’ version. Both are super useful, lightweight and have a wider stance. Definitely recommend those.

[@mid-southsoftwashllc]

@@jasonsmithroofing man that would definitely scare me a little! Lol. As expensive as it is, I would think it would be one of the most stable and secure ladders in the market. You don’t get creaking when using other fiberglass ladders. Is it super light like they say?

[@jasonsmithroofing]

@@mid-southsoftwashllc it’s light for what it is…I guess. Supposedly 65 lbs for the 28’ I think. Still a beast to move around if you need to navigate around trees and such. But yeah the thinner fiberglass makes it a lot more flexible.

[@joshcastelan6133]

You my friend have earned a subscriber. When I watch your videos I compare it to all the other videos and I see I am learning from a true professional.

[@mcbrown1995]

This is the best video I’ve seen on roof cleaning. Thank you so much for taking the time to make the video

[@panoramicclean3956]

www.panoramicclean.com/gallery.html I have several before/after photos here. Although looking at them, I need to replace the last one. It was a house wash only when I took those photos, but I just went back and cleaned that roof about 2 weeks ago so they could take photos to post online to sell their house. They had 3 people schedule viewings in the first 45 minutes after it went online. People drastically under-value how much more attractive a house is when it is for sale and the subliminal effect a clean roof has versus a dirty roof. Almost every roof I clean for someone putting their house on the market has sold very quickly. It's nothing magic about me, it is just people do not understand how much benefit a clean roof is when it comes to selling a house.

[@panoramicclean3956]

This is the best roof cleaning video ever - kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3LJZ4KZgsiXeNU

[@lastnamefirst650]

7:30 when you mention the masks, I was a hazmat consultant for a few years. Was my job to have the proper gear. For SH and any oxalic acid you’ll be spraying for oxidation - You want a half mask APR respirator with yellow banded combination HEPA filters. They’re pink and have a yellow band around the base. 3M or Honeywell are the most common where I’m at

[@TzNuts]

Dork

[@ronmckeefrey1542]

I've worked for softwash platoon out of Chester Pennsylvania, got my certification in Florida, used a lot of equipment from softwash systems, kinda pricey. Currently work for Pennwash out of west chester. 4 years been softwashing , couldn't ask for a better career

[@geoff8865]

Ron Mckeefrey are you the owner of the business? If so is it profitable? I've been thinking about starting something like this on the side around here.

[@ronmckeefrey1542]

Geoff Armstrong I’m not the owner but I’ve watched that company go from 1 pickup truck with the skid, and whole set up to 5 trucks, box trucks are the way to go. So much easier type in on here softwash platoon on KZbin and check out that box truck, that’s the ACTUAL truck that I used

[@ronmckeefrey1542]

Geoff Armstrong very very profitable though, tons of money, easily could make 5-12,000 a week

[@nathanhatch9889]

Ladder stand-off arms will stabilize the ladder - making it safer, and at the same time decrease the chances of marks or dents on the homes gutters. *Little tip from a pro in Canada

[@streetpreacher7176]

I always see people putting ladders against the gutters. I have always used the stabilizer so I don’t do any damage. Plus I’ve seen some gutters that are barley even attached because the wood behind is rotted

[@edwinblanco3793]

Quality information. Where can we get the nozzel tip of the same you use?

[@outofthetoolboxtinker]

Thank you for the great video. Did you rinse the roof?

[@haywoodproductions7767]

Great video Coty. Have yet to do a roof wash due to lack of knowledge. Now I feel confident to start tackling these

[@jakevonstein8683]

Thanks for all the videos you make,I recently started doing roof cleaning and this helped me out a lot going forward.

[@williamgrim1649]

What a great video. I'm staring up my own pressure wash and soft wash company and this really helped me out.

[@ronmckeefrey1542]

William Grim great business, got my certification. So much money. Suggestion for soaps. Green wash, terra wash, and final wash, ( bleach neutralizer) cleans windows great. Also invest in plant wash. It's a neutralizer and plant fertilizer. Use after every job on all plants

[@mid-southsoftwashllc]

@@ronmckeefrey1542 what certification?

[@bennypettit8413]

I have to give you props on the video, Southeast Southwash! That was very well done, very informative, and alot of little IMPORTANT details. Friday i will actually be doing my first roof job (shingle), after being in this field of work for 5+ yrs now. Idk how its just now coming about but, is what it is. Lol Appreciate all the info, and overall help you have just given. 🤝🏻

[@teak5476]

I work as a Paramedic, also have my own mowing/landscaping service. On the ambulance we know when people are power washing, get a few "fell from the ladder calls". I had one yesterday, guy was fine with some scratches. Now you got me thinking that doing power washing may be a service to add.

[@CAT_LOVER1234.]

Love the rig on the truck. Seems simple and efficient. Do you have a general idea of what a setup like this would cost? I have a pickup and thinking this may be the better option for me vs a trailer. Thanks for all the helpful videos and great advice!

[@natetremblay8537]

The amount of knowledge you just dropped in this one video! 😮

[@andysnyder7656]

What chemicals were you using and how did you mix them?

[@C.S.-kp9hn]

Hi know im 4 years late! Lol I was just wondering, do you rinse off the solutionn after yoy soaked the roof? Thanks

[@slightlyworking4]

Great content! did you rinse the roof after that coat sit?

[@LastTrump7]

Good question and how long after if he did..

[@nifproptyltd7418]

He said he would leave it for 20 mins. So that means after 20 mins he rinsed. Unless it rained in 20 mins.

[@Truprosoftwash]

Appreciate it!! I was thinking about adding this to my pressure washing service and you really helped!!

[@49erfaithful86]

@Future house cleaner 🙌💪 Randy Moss stats 🤣🤣🤣 heck yeah!

[@keithcarringer558]

Where can the attachment wand you used for soft washing be purchased? I'm not having any luck finding what to use

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

southeastsoftwash.com/

[@kevinfolse8522]

Great video!! Need to learn more about your blender/pump truck setup. Do you rinse the roof with plain water afterwards?

[@mikecosgrove8873]

I work at a roofing company doing repairs. I'm trying to get out of it and start my own pressure Washing and soft wash business. With my experience in the roofing trade, roof cleaning is something I would be comfortable doing on my own

[@austinkenningtonthomas369]

About to start up my business and you have been super helpful with everything I had any questions about!

[@brianharris5306]

Excellent video ...Question for you ....About how out should this be done before a rain storm comes??? ....

[@atkinsta]

That was the most informative how to softwashing video I have seen. Why would someone give it a thumbs down? Great video! Can’t wait to see what else you have.

[@youtubeblows326]

Nice info I've been thinking about starting my own biz for a while and this helps...show me difference between soft wash and pressure wash

[@Btu555]

can I use the airless spray gun dip in the 5 gal bucket set up?

[@Newbecollector]

Good stuff Cody thanks for the info been in retail work for over 15 years and decided to break into this business. So thanks again for all the content and knowledge I am hoping I can get enough cash flow coming in so I can get a mini skid one day.

[@austinkenningtonthomas369]

Hope its going good, been 1 month since this comment, any progress?

[@TheStatechamp2012]

Where can I get that roof cleaning wand?

[@outofthetoolboxtinker]

You ever had any overspray get on vehicles?

[@juancarrillo5881]

Do you do a rinse after?

[@knightraithwall8924]

For a new house washing business, what is the recommendation for starting the process of different mixes? Your truck setup allows you to alter the proportions on the go, but what should someone do without that full system in place? Switching between vinyl, brick, shingles, and concrete would mean having a lot of different premade mixes in gallon buckets, right? Or, is there a smarter way to have the mixes for a beginner who doesn't want to appear like they are struggling?

[@DTSupstateNY]

Just mix up enough for the job, don’t just fill up your tank all the way cuz if you only use half of it and your next job is going to need a completely diff mix then your kind of screwed and now have to waste the rest of your tank recoating your first job just to get rid of it or just using the wrong mix on your next job and hoping for the best. You will eventually learn how quick your tank drains out and you will be able to make good judgment but for now just mix up 1/4 of your tank size, yeah sure it’s a bit of a hassle but it is what it is homie

[@xicetrayx2023]

I have honestly been buying up the material I need to set up my soft wash trailer. Working my job and then putting money towards my build. It takes time but once it’s built then you’re all set to go and run with it! If it doesn’t do as well for you and your set up actually works then you can easily sell it for a higher price than it cost to build it because you put the time into building it

[@earlfontenot5752]

Have a question, once the Chem is applied to the roof and dwelling time is allowed do you rinse with water?

[@alisaleh7925]

That is optional

[@davegarcia294]

What a great video. Explained every step so well and talking about your experiences really helped me to keep those things in mind when I get into this business. Thanks so much. New subscriber for sure

[@Goat_TV_Official]

How can I get that setup you have. Hose n such. Greatly appreciate it

[@JoeCardoso-bs5iv]

So is the truck set up with straight 12% SH in the tank?

[@johnapple2939]

I like the way you have your rig custom fitted into your truck with cap. Can you do this for someone else?

[@akams3]

Yes, remember that guys: "The solution for pollution is always dilution." Spoken like a true Prophet.

[@panoramicclean3956]

Yep...SoftWash Systems (AC Lockyer) has been saying that for probably 25-30 years. They have the best SoftWash training anywhere by far.

[@carlos0192]

@@panoramicclean3956 Have you gone through their training? We're thinking about purchasing one of their packaged systems.

[@mrBDeye]

My neighbor washes his paint brushes and rollers into the street drain which feeds into the local river. He said its diluted.

[@johnnym9888]

Do you ever rinse the roof after spraying your mix?

[@masonreed5684]

Whats the solution for dilution??

[@thebestpressurewashing]

Excellent video Coty!

[@blessedcurbappeals7512]

What mask do you used when u do roofing or is ur best one u prefer?

[@truthseeker1532]

Awesome info. How do you handle runoff from a downspout that empties onto concrete?

[@TEXASTR0NG]

They make gutter bags. I’m sure there are more practical ways to deal with this but my buddy seems to like this method best.

[@anthonyramirez3278]

Thank you for the heads up on getting the job done correct 💯

[@ThePixelsPlayground]

How do you handle warmer months and the SH drying before its ready to be rinsed?

[@GoodvibeRaider]

Do you rinse off the roof when you are done, or just leave the solution on the shingles?

[@Patch_58]

I’m looking into getting a pressure washing / soft wash business, and this house is actually in the area that I would be working in.

[@n8skrimp150]

What kind of tip and wand do you have on your soft wash hose?

[@trevorbyron9448]

D'you Rinse the soft wash? How long do you take before rinse?

[@coachnate5747]

Is there options for earth friendly products

[@kazitox]

when you're doing a roof, do you continually soak the plants throughout, or do you only soak them once in the beginning?

[@ThatBoiJayGee]

You don’t have to rinse afterward?

[@brents1643]

These guys are the best.

[@sebastiancastillo8512]

Awesome video! What kind of attachment are you using for the pressure washer at 11:00?

[@littlespressurewashing]

Awesome bro Very informative

[@badcompany1552]

After you spray. Do you rinse the roof or just let it dry on it’s own?

[@gatorr4life]

@9:50, when you say “I think he played the system”, are you saying he purposely deceived you? What a lovely person. Theresa always one. Always. Great video, brother!

[@gsweeney24]

Can u tell me what type of hosing you use for uour sh line

[@josephlarson430]

Just a question about your wand. What is it made of? Did you make it or buy it? If bought from where and is there a link? If built, what parts did you use? Thanks in advance.

[@Jason-33W]

Do you spray the roof again with just water to rinse it off or is that it?

[@SupernovaSoftWash]

Great explanation. Do you have any videos you could point me to about cleaning 2-3 story roofs, gutters and house siding? My area is mostly 2 story houses and half of them are 3 stories on the back side. I have a 4GPM pressure washer and a very amateur 5.5GPM soft wash setup. I have trouble reaching things safely on almost every job. Thanks!

[@sergiofernandez9006]

How would you go about if the roof had lichens? very hard to remove.

[@doorguru168888]

A lot of great info in 18 minutes!

[@apollo1094]

Hi there, what surfactant do you use? Also what is that blue nozzle?

[@wecanonlywish9194]

Would like to have seen the end product 😊

[@lukeevans3557]

What about tile roofs with thick moss? Do you have to get up and scrap it off prior to sh treatment?

[@arcenio429]

dont know if this question was answered but is the truck bed cover and that setup a custom job? awesome video

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

This one was custom for us but we build rigs. Check out our website Southeastsoftwash.com

[@brotharuss]

What surfactant do you use? How do you estimate, per squarefoot?

[@brandojon]

do you rinse the roof or just leave it? and then if it does have streaks do you post treat and leave it?

[@michaelhennessey7450]

What size buffer tank do you use in this set up? and what size chem tank?

[@flyingdutchmanwa]

Hi there, I'm with OSHA and would like to have a word with you about your safety harness. Or lack thereof.

[@ericsmith4758]

I like your truck set up. How can I find out how you set up your truck

[@motorcycleislife8296]

Whats the best 2 story ladder that you guys use?

[@vumsang9746]

You run in Miami too?

[@user-tt7nz1hu7q]

Your truck set up how much would that cost for a customer? I'm going to start a Pressure washing business in a yr. I like that set up

[@jmarquardt11]

about how many gallons of water do you usually need for a roof?

[@powerwashingprosinc.lawren922]

Another great video, always a big fan....

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Power Washing Pros Inc. Lawrence Ashlin thanks brother!

[@flexinlex1]

Did you rinse the roof when finished

[@rowdyharris3688]

I saw in another video that he just applies the chemical and lets rain rinse it off on most cases. He said there are some cases when he does rinse and gave a link to a video to show when he does that, but I didnt see it yet.

[@Dino860]

Where did you get that wand? Did you make it? It’s awesome.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

We sell them on our website

[@Dino860]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 heading there now! Thank you 😊

[@LUIS0404L]

Do you rinse it after?

[@Roofingportland]

hi I usually remove the moss with a brush and blow the ceiling and clean the gutters and put moss kiler powder on top .. .. to do your step I would have to first do everything I usually do skipping the step of applying the powder and then apply the soft wash method?

[@jbl8541]

I like your rinse wand. Do you use that to rinse house wash mix off too? Thanks great video

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Brad Loughlin yessir. We use it for everything

[@dianecounts8741]

I wanted to see the finished roof

[@davidweatherford6592]

Great videos... Just wondering what type adjustable nozzle do you use? Thanks

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

David Weatherford Home Depot. They are on the pressure wash aisle

[@davidweatherford6592]

Thanks man, I appreciate it 👍

[@davidweatherford6592]

FYI, not sure how much at Home Depot but they had them at my local Walmart for $6.87. Thanks again 👍

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

David Weatherford yep. I’ll grab them at Walmart too if I’m in there

[@caseypinder6990]

I grabbed one from Walmart but it leaks water and the fan pattern only goes from 0 to about 25 degrees...it may be a faulty one because in this video the fan pattern looks alot wider..maybe I will try another one just to make sure but I love the soap tip for pressure washer nozzles at 60 degrees covers alot of square footage with one pass..

[@frankyilmaz4647]

Hi there, How would you remove bird poo?

[@ErickGarcia-ph3hc]

What chemicals do you use to soft wash? Can create the white substance?

[@richierolex243]

Can you please let me know what sprayer that is?

[@BornOfAsh]

So do you make a database on your PC or laptop of the pictures before and after for each property? Or do you simply snap photos of the potential damaged plants etc before hand and send a text to owner, then delete.

[@dcochran317]

Quick question-what proportioned is that? Still learning how those work…how do you know how much sh and surfactant it’s diluting.

[@deje7969]

are you rinsing the roof off after the 30 min downtime?

[@mpfiesty]

This video is great, very helpful. I would love to see a video just on the chemicals, mixtures, and brands you use for various tasks. Roof cleaning, driveway cleaning, gutter shining. Going over the damage they could potentially do and how to avoid that would also be great. Thank you so much for the content!

[@pselandscapinglawncare5960]

When you do a roof, do you soft wash it like a house. Bottom to top and a good mix ratio for a roofthat has a lot of algae on it, 60%SH and 40% H2?? Thanks

[@Mrdeadneck]

60% sh nooooooo yikes don’t even think that’s possible 6% is still pretty overkill 4-5%

[@pselandscapinglawncare5960]

@@Mrdeadneck what are you referring to with 4% to 6%? The strength of the bleach?????!

[@Mrdeadneck]

@@pselandscapinglawncare5960 the percentage of sh in the mixture so ya strength of bleach

[@pselandscapinglawncare5960]

@@Mrdeadneck I use 10% pool bleach, mix it at 50% SH and 50% H2O

[@Mrdeadneck]

@@pselandscapinglawncare5960 oh ok that gives you a 5% mixture

[@blaqtitan3368]

Quick question what is that covering on the back your truck that holds your supplies and water hose?

[@lawrencescriber7267]

How many gal water do you have on your truck