Using Squeegees For Commercial Window Cleaning

By Linda Johnson


Cleaning windows is one of the most demanded services in the market. It does not require any special knowledge to get into but simply interest and dedication. With the many glass buildings and skyscrapers coming up daily, there is no shortage of this business. Many people who do not have a college education or possess any special talents usually find this industry a perfect fit. The commercial window cleaning business is booming with opportunities and demand for services. In addition, it does require a lot of capital to start and run.

The squeegee is one invention that has significantly made cleaning easier and faster. Traditional equipment used was a spray bottle and some paper towels. These were cumbersome and slow and sometimes it took days to finish one job. With this new equipment, the time taken is reduced. It is thus important to look at how this has been made possible.

A squeegee has a metal frame that holds in place the rubber blade. The frame is highly durable and can last for many years without replacement. The blade must however be replaced regularly to make this tool effective and easy to use. New blades make work go faster and effective because there is no need for repeating any area wiped once. They are sold in many hardware stores as well as home centers. Other items required are large buckets, towels, scrubbers, lint free rugs and quality soap.

The advantage of using a squeegee is that the same tool can be used for a number of years. Replacement blades are used to replace worn blades after some time. This is because it is impossible to do an excellent job if the rubber is worn, becomes nicked, rounded or sliced. If it leaves behind streaks, make sure to change it. A neat trick to use is to reverse the blade to add some mileage to its use. In addition, they should be stored well to ensure that their durability and high performance.

Purchasing some fancy buckets and soap is not necessary. However, the buckets you choose to use should be large enough. After putting in several gallons of water, mix it with a tablespoon of soap. This amount is enough to clean the windows. Working in warm weather, make sure to use cold water. Working in cold weather requires the use of solution that prevents freezing of water.

Make sure to squeeze any excess water and use the squeegee well. Fanning is a great method that allows the effective use of this tool. It is fast, convenient and requires practice to perfect. Other methods commonly used are moving the blade horizontally or vertically.

These squeegees can be used in cleaning houses as well. The key here is to squeeze most of the water before using it to eliminate excess water. This helps avoid dripping and running water that can make a mess in the house. Have a rag to use for wiping off excess water to prevent it from running towards the woodwork.

These services have gained mainstream attention and support from the commercial world. They are high in demand and pay well. Most of the work is done through contracts that usually last for a specific period as agreed by the parties concerned.




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