How to Make a Softwash Bucket! Every Step and Every Part Needed

Join me as I demonstrate how to make a wash bucket. These buckets can be used for a variety of chemicals used daily in the pressure washing and soft washing industry. If you need pressure washing services in Raleigh NC or surrounding cities like Clayton, Garner or Fuquay-Varina check us out at
United Softwash LLC
www.UnitedSoftwashNC.com
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[@30iuoenyc]

Any in person training?

[@stevenl3157]

Bro, I am so thankful for you. Im a college student with a sedan, and I grew up pressure washing. As someone who is financially independent trying to pay my way through college and provide the best service to my custermers, this is a game changer. I have avoided some jobs because I do not have the adequate softwash setup ( I have been using a backpack pump sprayer), but this changes most things and enables me to provide excellent service to the client. I want to honor God with my work, so I never want to take on a job I wont be able to do my best in. God bless

[@drowization]

Honor GOD,,,, agreed....

[@softwashtv6315]

Good luck to you bro. Thank you for the support. Keep good first !

[@vspd303]

The fact that you took the time to show this free tip speaks volumes. I like to move my buckets around strapped to a dolly, and it gives me a place to wrap up my hose

[@spottieottie83]

Dope dolly idea

[@OutsideCleaners]

👍One of the very few credible voices in this very sketchy industry.

[@wowsoftwash]

#facts

[@577buttfan]

I learned a little something from all of them just have to do your research man.

[@Stein0mite]

Solid! I’d bevel cut on cut the hose in the bucket at an angle so it doesn’t sit flush to the bottom and cause a vacuum.

[@ventman929]

I had a similar set up with a 15 gallon barrel, a walmart marine deep cycle, and a 60 psi-5gpm seaflo, all mounted on a horrible freight hand truck. when full i wheeled it out of the van, when empty, lifted it out. had an additional identical set up with a chemical resist pump. perfect (for me) set up! BTW....your vids are great, thanks :)

[@brianfletcher7942]

Great tutorial, Kyle! Cut a 6 inch section of pool noodle and cut a lengthwise slit in the noodle and place over the bucket handle to relieve hand strain while holding a 50 pound bucket.

[@I65I565]

Not in the business but I made a bucket set up using: Harbor Freight/Drummond 1/10hp transfer pump. Lowe's 90 degree garden hose connector. Lowe's 120v 15a cut off switch. Harbor freight garden hose cut down to 6 foot. Harbor freight spray nozzle. I use it for everything. Soft washing roof, siding, fencing. Spraying liquid fertilizer. Spraying insecticide.

[@omjup7972]

Sorry if this question is silly but how does the pump turn on when you squeeze the handle of the wand? Do you manually turn on the pump when you are ready to spray?

[@davidwright7471]

You are on the ball a great teacher I’m hoping to start mine this year in Newton, Kansas, which is north of Wichita

[@Addictedtothewild]

Bro, love the content being following for years. Using a Dewalt 4 gallon 20volt backpack sprayer. $225. Cleaning everything that needs 3-6% +. Given I didn’t need the battery lol

[@Scrubbingsams]

Never use a backpack sprayer. Especially with sh.

[@577buttfan]

@@Scrubbingsams Whats the difference ???

[@ashleysilva7414]

An amazing cheap solution. So much better than a pump sprayer and all for less than $200.00. Thank you so much.

[@carrilloford]

Cut a V notch at the end of the clear hose. It helps not to suck itself to the bottom and not pull Chem

[@diamondback2085]

Ok so we had a bunch of old stuff and decided to build a dolly cart with a 15gallon tank. I have an absolutely huge deck nest spring and a resort in Geneva this fall. Fill it walk and spray. Drop it surface clean and repeat. Didn't want the hassle of carrying it. I did add a fuse to protect it since it's water and electricity. And I've got a ton of old 5gallon jugs that I'm going to convert likewise for the dolly as well. All I needed was a used piece of steel to bolt the hardware to and I'm golden. Thanks for the idea!

[@TerrysPterodactyls]

This bucket setup changed my game! Thanks for the vid & info!!

[@1972mghoward]

True. I added a switch and it makes it so much easier

[@robertlam-qd1xb]

Thanks for the video Kyle. I had everything I needed to make the bucket but the battery adapter which I just ordered from Amazon. I didn’t even think about doing this. It will now make it easier to post treat concrete and other things. You’re the Boss when it come to educating.

[@percyjackson2800]

Great video, thank you so much. How far can it shoot the solution. I need to spray vinyl siding on my two story house and I just can’t find anything for soft wash that will reach out to the highest point of the outside wall.

[@jamestrasoline7930]

Great video. Thanks Kyle And thanks for being upfront

[@TheSCCRS]

If you’re using a 12v battery you don’t need to change anything. If however you are using an 18v or 20v you need to install a battery reducer in between the pump and battery. I’ve burnt up a pump before finding this out. #washon

[@Cantconvinceanidiotlikeyou]

Thank you that's what I was wondering what volt battery he was using

[@emilheintzinger]

@@CantconvinceanidiotlikeyouAre there pumps that take a 20 volt battery?

[@Cantconvinceanidiotlikeyou]

@@emilheintzinger not that I have seen from any of the major brands

[@eugenedenny9119]

Biden blows goats​@@Cantconvinceanidiotlikeyou

[@neysena4633]

Thanks friend. I'm Nathan from Ireland and want to start this business here. Very grateful. God bless

[@rikliftsweights6863]

I recently built a setup just like this for paver sealing but put heat shrink over my splices, I think the twist terminals are the way to go.

[@joshlang4660]

Absolutely not😂😅

[@DKMFan85]

Very cool! One easy and cheap upgrade I'd add is a wireless relay with a keyfob remote between the battery and pump, or an inline switch on the + lead.

[@MikeFoster-d1e]

Bro, I just made this and it works amazing! Thank you so much for the information and the tips!

[@kimaarestrupgodtfredsen910]

Great video Kyle.. You are doing a great job.. I think maybe you should make your followers aware of what chemistry they are using vs. which hoses are used.. chemical resistant or standard hoses.. I once experienced using strong corrosive chemistry in a pump up sprayer with regular hoses, it burst after a few minutes, imagine the rest for yourself. Keep up the good work, Greetings from Denmark

[@ChappellPressureWashing.]

Thanks so much for this video.......pump sprayer has been retired now!!!

[@sweetbone96]

Thanks for the video, definitely worthwhile. Can you give more detals about the battery/adaptor?

[@AllenMarugg]

Just starting up and your videos are kick a$$ thanks for the help!🇺🇲🍻

[@toddbrown3055]

You should be using a 12v step down converter. It concerts 18/20v batteries to 12v to match pump voltage .

[@softwashtv6315]

@@toddbrown3055 the pump will burn up from chemical exposure long before it burns up from a voltage issue . Pumps runs fine with a 20v

[@GorillaWash_Stain]

This helps so much, looking to spray wood stripper for my fence staining business. Been using an xjet but the breaks between spraying overheat the machine too much

[@jonescleaningservicellc8076]

Mannn very simple!!!!!! I'm gonna use this. I can use this build for when I pretreat carpet!! Thanks alot

[@SgtSnipey]

I really love this idea! Gonna need to make a few of these thank mate. How long do these tend to last I am not worried about the pump I mean the mounting?

[@oddiin979]

Always run a full bucket of clean water to keep you pump alive longer great video

[@brianwester5385]

Some XT60 connectors between the battery & pump make it easy to swap either out & still be nice and clean looking

[@MisterDivineAdVenture]

Lovely! Simple! But I have fallen out with those hose clamps - I found out that the aluminum clamp type (4 screws) never leak, never squeak.

[@bradpogue9977]

would you happen to have Amazon links for all this stuff?

[@josepaz8227]

Me gustan tus videos siempre son great y tus consejos gracias

[@shubu2705]

This is absolute gold!!! I am just starting and have limited funds like everyone else starting out, Curious if this is more for flat surface or would there be a different gun or tip that would allow me to do a house clean with this setup? I do know I can down stream or xjet for vinyl siding but majority of the house I will be targeting are brick or stucco, and would like this for the hotter mixes need for them!!! TIA!!

[@artcoin9699]

I’m going to start my PW business soon. I’ll need lots of assistance 👍 looking into your course

[@TheFreshRinse]

Good stuff!

[@joeplume8048]

Hey Kyle what’s up great instructional video. Just curious what was you main reason to shut down your store, not the building trailers part but the chems and soaps?

[@davidwright7471]

But I have a question somebody that just starting up and I’m just going to be doing driveways sidewalks, retaining walls hopefully restaurants even garbage cans at peoples houses. I’m not sure about the soft washing of houses, but could you tell me what would be a good set up or show it in a video for someone just starting out

[@mr08golddigger99]

How do s the pump turn n on off with the trigger? Also, is that a 12v battery?

[@danielhall2870]

How long does the pump realistically last? Great video mate! Watching from Australia!

[@jasonfaulk1305]

I read where on the water transfer pump it could burn up if you use anything over 12v, I have milwaukee 18v batteries... should I worry about this destroying the setup?! Thanks and looking forward to building about 4 of these buckets, starting my company now and going to pay for your instruction video!!

[@brandenpatterson9936]

Bleach alright to run through it and flush pump after each use ?

[@johnbullard3833]

Another great video man

[@snacktimer]

Curious why air compressor hose? I’m considering getting into this game and your videos, fire me, are the most informative and without all the fluff BS subbed off the other guys have. Cheers, brother!

[@ClintonCountyDroneGuy]

It's light, flexible and readily available .

[@MykeHawke-r9r]

😊 excellent excellent excellent

[@Phillipanelson]

How long does the battery last on this type of set up, and how much cleaning can you do with it?

[@toddhendrzak4777]

Great video Kyle! Next project definitely

[@nelescleaning5669]

Am in Kenya and yiu have mentored me to start a powerwashing business..You really educate me though your channel...I need to buy a turbo nozzle to use with my 3450 psi machine..how can you help buy from stores in US and send to me.

[@CFaulkstlouis]

How do you get the water pump to turn off and on? when I hook mine up to battery, it just pumps and pumps. Yours seems to start and stop the pump when you pull the trigger

[@jeanbellucci]

I came here for this very question….did you find the answer?

[@grattenallen7297]

@@jeanbellucci Some pumps automatically shut off if there is no flow. My 1 Gal/Min diaphragm pump does it when my tank runs out of liquid.

[@jeanbellucci]

@@grattenallen7297thanks!!

[@davidjackson3039]

the pump has a pressure sensor that turns off the pump when you close the valve on the spray wand and the pressure increases to the set point you set with an allen wrench on the pump

[@johnhumphreys669]

I've made this and it works a treat, thanks. However, after a while the bucket starts to buckle, because of the vacuum, I'm assuming. Any ideas how to relieve that? Does it need a pressure relief valve, like a compressor?

[@TheGravygun]

Drill a few small holes in the bucket lid

[@alexisbarrera7789]

does the pump have to be a chemical pump or i can use the one your showing

[@softwashtv6315]

Either works

[@fatslapper123]

Life Hack: When drilling in plastic, drill the center/spotting hole, then attach the hole saw. Put the drill in reverse (CCW) for drilling the larger hole. It's the easy way to avoid cracking any plastic.

[@juanlopezjr6756]

I enjoy your videos. I'm interested in starting a pressure washing company but I'm afraid to pull the trigger on whether to finance or buy it cash

[@shaundarcy6517]

Finance

[@dwaynesmither5273]

Great idea. Thanks Kyle.

[@user-tu1fx5hr9q]

Is their a shopping list for all the parts in written form?

[@JiggiJames]

I was just wondering, what gives the pump the signal to actually pump? Is there any button on the Sprayer or how does it work? Thanks in advance

[@onetruesoldiervt3686]

Does that solo wand get caked up if your using sealer was just wondering 🤔 and could you attach a copper wand like the ones that come with the sealer steel pumps cans ok 👍

[@spirosz3693]

Can i use this for sealing pavers? Water based solution

[@BadCompany8811]

Thanks for the info. Great video!

[@joshuapoche5137]

If i mounted this pump on a 15 gallon tank and ran 250ft of hose, would it push the liquid?

[@sweetbone96]

Thanks for keeping us informed, much appreciated. Real quick, will that rechargeable battery adequately power a 5 gpm, 60 psi pump? Or will a marine battery be required?

[@softwashtv6315]

You need a marine deep cycle 12 v brother

[@sweetbone96]

@@softwashtv6315 Awesome. Thanks a mil

[@xDaRk_OmEnx]

I have a question that doesn’t really apply to this video, but I was wondering if you are getting ready to get into the business what kind of setup would you recommend? Your input would be greatly appreciated.

[@TheReelGonz]

AWESOME VIDEO!!!! GENIUS!!!

[@cjswindowcleaningpressurew1464]

Thank you. How high does that spray?

[@user-tt7nz1hu7q]

is there a link where i can get the parts to make that pump

[@thirdcoasthustle]

roof pump in a jam. nice

[@papitheprowindowcleaner]

awesome!

[@riders634]

Anyone know if you can run gutter butter or similar chem through this pump?

[@bobhawkins6459]

The lid that you used on your bucket. I assume you seal the bucket. Is it a press down style or a screw on style. Just wondering how you refill it.

[@fredc8618]

Beautiful!

[@dern]

thanks!

[@NonieTools]

How far does this spray? I need to spray cleaner on big sections of roof/houses from a fixed point sometimes. It helps to have a powerful stream but i hate lugging around a car battery

[@thomascicalese7844]

Thanks Kyle ,what size tip is it or color? Thanks again

[@stearswindowcleaning]

Another great video

[@JoshG-n7u]

Whats the part number for that seaflo pump?

[@NeptuneWashPros]

Would an18 or 20v to 12v reducer be a good idea? Or does ir not matter?

[@michaelpotts8625]

Awesome going to try it out 😁

[@servantsoftwash]

Good tip Kyle

[@MatwoCantrell]

When washing a a wooden deck or porch, do you use straight water, soap amd water, or a chemical? If I'm you use a chemical, what chemical to use amd ratio? Thanks

[@jasonchampion9932]

Thank You very much!👍👍🙏💯✌️

[@Perthsoftwashsolutions]

What voltage is your pump? I have Makita 18v battery’s .. are you running 12v battery’s? With a 12v pump?

[@seanmccall6927]

Where did you get the pump?

[@RonPhillips-uv5dl]

How far will it spray?

[@vmonroig21]

Question I have a 4gpm machine and xjet what percentage are you getting outtta straight 12.5% with the beige proportior

[@sterlingstaffordpw]

Was The dewalt battery adapter you got on Amazon for 20v battery, because I can’t find one for 12v or does it matter?

[@TheGravygun]

A lot of guys are not having any problems

[@donwilliams9319]

How much money 💰 is involved???? Great work 😊

[@thomaschan3625]

Just started my pressure washing business, your videos are great! Although, why not use a downstream injector instead of this softwash bucket? also I have a 4gpm 4.2kpsi machine. Do you have any downstream injectors I should use?

[@JohnJones-ce5ri]

Good for Spot spaying degreaser, SH mix on staggered paver paths etc, basically anywhere you want precise application of chemical use the SWB over DSI. Hope this helps.

[@jamestrasoline7930]

Great video. Thanks Kyle for being upfront

[@vcash1112]

What if you don't have Dewalt battery? Any recommendations?

[@13dago1904]

What is the tip you recommend for this sprayer?

[@13dago1904]

Is that a 18volt battery?

[@jarrodburt7372]

Could you use wood stain in it?

[@LearieWilliams]

Good day what is the name of the pump

[@1972mghoward]

Kyle you also need a switch

[@softwashtv6315]

Actually I don’t. I can just take the battery in or out to complete the circuit. Acts the same way as a switch

[@kevinulmer9409]

Do you do onsite training if i came to you ?

[@autohog]

Most of the homes in my area are less that 4000 sqft, what size solution tank would you recommend for a 50/50 6% batch mix? thx

[@TheGravygun]

go to a car wash they will give them to you for free white plastic 55 gallon

[@marcusjohnson1119]

Family ill be falling your channel from here on out frfr.. Other channels talk a lil too much and. Show no hands on work or. They will give you Amazon, and how to get it but. Really don't show why and how too build. Big ups family jah blessed

[@nathanhill2509]

Hey mate are you putting out any more content. Are you busy washing.