Pressure Cleaning School, Houston TX
Clean and Green Solutions of Kingwood TX, will be hosting a ROOKIE CAMP for anyone that is considering getting into the pressure cleaning business or has been in the business for 2 years or less. The camp will be held in Houston on the weekend of Friday, March 11 through Sunday Afternoon March 13, 2011. We will start at 4:00pm on Friday and conclude on Sunday Afternoon at 12:00pm.
Here is a sampling of just some of the topics that will be covered in both a round table and on the job training forum:
• An introduction to the Pressure Cleaning Industry,
• Setting up your Business and Small Business Basics and Liability Insurance
• Environmental Awareness and Concerns
• Estimates – How much should I charge???
• Detergents/Wash Mixes - What to use when and where???
• Marketing Your Business
• Equipment Selection
• Establishing Relationships with Distributors
• Residential and Commercial Cleaning Applications - On the Job and Classroom training
A concluding Q and A regarding any topic that participants would like to address.
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Sunday, February 20, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Having Your Roof Cleaned Actually Makes Sense
According to Dr. Victor H Morgenroth, who is a semi-retired adjunct professor at UM; the " dirt " on roofs could actually be causing illness. Here is an excerpt from an article that was written by Dr. Morgenroth.
Having your roof cleaned actually makes sense.
It isn't just aesthetics. While people like to say that dirty roofs lower a property's value and may make it hard to sell, the "dirt" on a roof actually shortens its life span and can even present a health hazard. Furthermore, the "dark stains" on a roof act as a sponge to absorb the sun's heat, which causes a rise in the temperature inside a home or building, creating higher air conditioning bills.
The dirt isn't just dust – It's alive. Some of the black or very dark roof stains are caused by a resilient type of algae, Gloeocapsa magma (a type of blue-green algae commonly found in climates with warm, humid summers). The algae grow in standing water, as well as in our lakes and ponds. The algae spores are carried to our roofs from the water sources by the wind and birds, and then from roof to roof where it grows and feeds on the limestone filler in asphalt shingles and the real dirt on tile roofs maybe in some cases the tiles themselves. Worse still, as the algae grow, they retain water and foster the growth of other roof inhabitants.
The black stains are also very likely to harbor a number of molds or fungi. Unlike algae the fungi on our roofs lacks chlorophyll. They are unable to manufacture food from raw materials. So, it must get nutrition from some form of organic matter. To thrive, these heterotrophs, who used to be called saprophytes, also require a warm, humid environment.
Fungi normally begin their life cycle as an airborne spore that settles on roofs, especially the asphalt-shingle ones. The spores on the northern exposure of the roof stand a better chance of survival because that portion of the roof is the last part to dry after a rain or morning dew. This raises the humidity on the surface of the shingle, thus creating a perfect feeding and breeding ground.
The tar used in roofing is fossilized, dead organic matter -- and an important food source for fungi. Asphalt, at the granule base, is normally consumed first. Once these granules dislodge, accelerated deterioration will occur. Ceramic granules represent the outer hard shell that protects against hail and other falling debris. Ceramic granules protect against damaging UV radiation and insulate the roof against extreme heat. So you can understand that their dislodgement by the growing fungal colonies can be detrimental to our roofs' longevity. Surprisingly, the blue-green algae are also food for the fungi.
While not all mold (fungi) and algae pose a health danger, some are harmful, especially for us older folks, younger children and people who suffer from asthma and respiratory problems. Their spores, which are on your roof, can get inside your home because they end up on the driveway and walkways from rain, and are easily tracked inside. They can even be drawn into our air conditioning systems and eventually populate our ducts.
Different mold species can have varying health effects, but it is important to remember that any excessive mold growth needs to be taken care of, regardless of the species. Any excessive mold growth can lead to increased allergies, toxicity, and house/building structural problems.
Clean and Green Solutions of Kingwood TX offers a "NO PRESSURE" soft wash cleaning method that removes these unsightly and damaging black streaks on your roof. We only use environmentally safe cleaning products and methods. Call us today at 281.883.8470 for a FREE no obligation quote and consultation or visit us at www.cleanandgreensolutions.com.
Having your roof cleaned actually makes sense.
It isn't just aesthetics. While people like to say that dirty roofs lower a property's value and may make it hard to sell, the "dirt" on a roof actually shortens its life span and can even present a health hazard. Furthermore, the "dark stains" on a roof act as a sponge to absorb the sun's heat, which causes a rise in the temperature inside a home or building, creating higher air conditioning bills.
The dirt isn't just dust – It's alive. Some of the black or very dark roof stains are caused by a resilient type of algae, Gloeocapsa magma (a type of blue-green algae commonly found in climates with warm, humid summers). The algae grow in standing water, as well as in our lakes and ponds. The algae spores are carried to our roofs from the water sources by the wind and birds, and then from roof to roof where it grows and feeds on the limestone filler in asphalt shingles and the real dirt on tile roofs maybe in some cases the tiles themselves. Worse still, as the algae grow, they retain water and foster the growth of other roof inhabitants.
The black stains are also very likely to harbor a number of molds or fungi. Unlike algae the fungi on our roofs lacks chlorophyll. They are unable to manufacture food from raw materials. So, it must get nutrition from some form of organic matter. To thrive, these heterotrophs, who used to be called saprophytes, also require a warm, humid environment.
Fungi normally begin their life cycle as an airborne spore that settles on roofs, especially the asphalt-shingle ones. The spores on the northern exposure of the roof stand a better chance of survival because that portion of the roof is the last part to dry after a rain or morning dew. This raises the humidity on the surface of the shingle, thus creating a perfect feeding and breeding ground.
The tar used in roofing is fossilized, dead organic matter -- and an important food source for fungi. Asphalt, at the granule base, is normally consumed first. Once these granules dislodge, accelerated deterioration will occur. Ceramic granules represent the outer hard shell that protects against hail and other falling debris. Ceramic granules protect against damaging UV radiation and insulate the roof against extreme heat. So you can understand that their dislodgement by the growing fungal colonies can be detrimental to our roofs' longevity. Surprisingly, the blue-green algae are also food for the fungi.
While not all mold (fungi) and algae pose a health danger, some are harmful, especially for us older folks, younger children and people who suffer from asthma and respiratory problems. Their spores, which are on your roof, can get inside your home because they end up on the driveway and walkways from rain, and are easily tracked inside. They can even be drawn into our air conditioning systems and eventually populate our ducts.
Different mold species can have varying health effects, but it is important to remember that any excessive mold growth needs to be taken care of, regardless of the species. Any excessive mold growth can lead to increased allergies, toxicity, and house/building structural problems.
Clean and Green Solutions of Kingwood TX offers a "NO PRESSURE" soft wash cleaning method that removes these unsightly and damaging black streaks on your roof. We only use environmentally safe cleaning products and methods. Call us today at 281.883.8470 for a FREE no obligation quote and consultation or visit us at www.cleanandgreensolutions.com.
Friday, January 28, 2011
SOFT WASH VS PRESSURE WASH
We have had many clients from Kingwood TX, Humble TX and parts of Houston TX call recently asking the difference between our SOFT WASH cleaning method for ROOF CLEANING and EXTERIOR WALLS of residential homes and companies that use a pressure washer and high pressure to clean a home or business.
I thought I'd take a few moments to explain what a SOFT WASH cleaning is.
When Clean and Green Solutions of Kingwood TX, cleans your home or roof, we never use HIGH PRESSURE. Our environmentally safe cleaning products are applied gently to the surface of your roof and exterior walls of your home and then rinsed lightly using plain water. The cleaning solutions that we use are actually what does the cleaning. The equipment that we use, in some cases a pressure washer, is simply the vehicle that we use to apply the cleaning solutions in a gentle and consitent manner.
Once we have applied our SOFT WASH cleaning solutions to your roof and home, allowed them to dwell so that they kill and release all contaminants, pollutants, algae, mold and mildew, your roof and home is then returned to it's like new origional condition. The threat of damage to your home by high pressure is also eliminated as the amount of pressure we use is actually less than what comes out of your garden hose with a typical garden hose end sprayer.
Performing a SOFT WASH cleaning takes years of experience and professional knowledge of the not only the surface being cleaned, but also the stain on the surface. Anybody can hook up a pressure washer and start blasting away trying to remove stains. But without the proper equipment, cleaning solutions, and expertise, your home can and will suffer irrepairable damage.
Don't trust your biggest asset to a non proffesional. Contact Clean and Green Solutions, Kingwood TX, and we'll make an appointment at your convenience and give you a complete no obligation consultation and estimate to have your HOME and ROOF completely cleaned using our SOFT WASH "No Pressure" cleaning method.
For more information on our SOFT WASH cleaning or any of our other services, or to schedule a FREE ESTIMATE please contact us at 281.883.8470 and visit us at www.cleanandgreensolutions.com
I thought I'd take a few moments to explain what a SOFT WASH cleaning is.
When Clean and Green Solutions of Kingwood TX, cleans your home or roof, we never use HIGH PRESSURE. Our environmentally safe cleaning products are applied gently to the surface of your roof and exterior walls of your home and then rinsed lightly using plain water. The cleaning solutions that we use are actually what does the cleaning. The equipment that we use, in some cases a pressure washer, is simply the vehicle that we use to apply the cleaning solutions in a gentle and consitent manner.
Once we have applied our SOFT WASH cleaning solutions to your roof and home, allowed them to dwell so that they kill and release all contaminants, pollutants, algae, mold and mildew, your roof and home is then returned to it's like new origional condition. The threat of damage to your home by high pressure is also eliminated as the amount of pressure we use is actually less than what comes out of your garden hose with a typical garden hose end sprayer.
Performing a SOFT WASH cleaning takes years of experience and professional knowledge of the not only the surface being cleaned, but also the stain on the surface. Anybody can hook up a pressure washer and start blasting away trying to remove stains. But without the proper equipment, cleaning solutions, and expertise, your home can and will suffer irrepairable damage.
Don't trust your biggest asset to a non proffesional. Contact Clean and Green Solutions, Kingwood TX, and we'll make an appointment at your convenience and give you a complete no obligation consultation and estimate to have your HOME and ROOF completely cleaned using our SOFT WASH "No Pressure" cleaning method.
For more information on our SOFT WASH cleaning or any of our other services, or to schedule a FREE ESTIMATE please contact us at 281.883.8470 and visit us at www.cleanandgreensolutions.com
Saturday, January 22, 2011
KIngwood, TX Soft Wash Roof and Exterior Cleaning Services
Short Video of a home we recently cleaned in Kingwood, TX
Non pressure roof cleaning/washing for tile/shingle roofs. Concrete driveways,walkways,pavers etc. We also clean exteriors of homes/buisinesses/commercial bldgs using a soft wash cleaning method. Our Success Depends on Your Satisfaction! Call Us Today For A Cleaner Tomorrow! 281-883-8470 www.cleanandgreensolutions.com
We are proud to service the following areas in Harris and Montgomery Counties and the Houston, Tx areas. Humble, South Humble, Kingwood, Atascocita, Summerwood, Eagle Springs, Spring, Porter, Porter Heights, New Caney, Splendora, Cleveland, Huffman, Woodbranch, Roman Forest, and other areas. We also service the following zip codes, 77336 77339 77338 77345 77346 77347 77325 77347 77396 77365 77357 77372 77396 77044
We clean homes, roofs, and businesses using a soft wash cleaning method that requires no pressure. This method of cleaning is safer for your home and your landscape. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE at 281.883.8470 Clean and Green Solutions, "cleaning the world one home at a time"
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