Why bother?

I hear that at times form homeowners and builders alike when it comes to cleaning windows, siding, and gutters. The reality is that if neglected you are actually loosing money. You just don't know it yet.
For instance gutters that are filled with debris can lead to several damaging conditions. In our area they lead to ice dams in the winter and in the wet spring they become so heavy they pull the fascia boards off the house leading to rot and eventual structural damage costing thousands.
Think too about siding. Many homes here have vinyl siding. Left uncleaned it becomes a breeding ground for mold and other allergens that can cause illness. Also vinyl siding will break down over time in sunlight. Regular cleaning can reduce this and extend the life of your siding.
Last but not least your windows. Improperly maintained windows eventually become horribly stained which leaves you three choices - 1) heavy chemical restoration, 2) mechanical grinding restoration, or 3) replacement. Again costing many times more that the cost of proper maintenance cleanings.
So it's up to you - how much is peace of mind and a properly maintained structure worth?

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Why use a water fed pole?

If you've been cleaning for a while and have developed the needed skills you no doubt wonder - "why should I use a water fed pole"? I mean if you are at that level where cleaning a pane of glass is approaching an art form there is a lot of satisfaction in your work already so why change?
While a water fed pole will never replace the traditional tools completely it is an invaluable asset in any companies arsenal. Besides the time saving factor (most users report time savings of up to half over traditional methods), there is the safety factor. The less time you spend on a ladder the safer you become. Add to those that as an employer it's quicker to train new employees to become proficient w/ the water fed pole than with traditional methods. This means they are making you more money quicker. Who wouldn't want a tool that could do that for their business?!

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New Pure Water System

Yesterday I got to use our new Sim440 RO/DI system and was impressed. I'm used to using a system that has a dedicated pump and this one is pumpless (although you can add any number of pump options on your own). But with the advent of many pumpless system in the last year or two I figured it was time to see if it would work for us. I shot a short video of my results -

I also like the toolbox concept. The slide out handle is sturdy and the wheels roll well. Plus at only $2475 and loaded with unique features this is a great system.

If you'd like to know more feel free to contact me at anewviewia.com@gmail.com