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Need to know. If I have a pump rated at 1.8 GPM 60 psi 3/8" inlet, outlet and a gun rated at 15 GPM 250psi 3/8" fitting, adjustable spray nozzle capable of 40' range, are they going to work together ? Do not know nozzle size yet, have not gotten reply. Both products are from Northern Tool Co. Shurflo pump 12V 1.8 gpm 60psi. Valley Industrial flash turbo gun 15 gpm 250 psi model #SG2200. Trying to keep cost to a minimum to start out and see if business booms.

Roger wrote:

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Mike, I saw your post right after I submitted mine. I will continue to read and search. Things are coming together, think I'm just getting in to big of a hurry. Want to get it right and know I will with everyones help. Thanks again.

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Hi Roger,

I am writing this to you and to speak directly to other NEW roof cleaners as well.

I have noticed your posts and your struggles.

Yes, putting together a relaible chemical delivery system is tough for a first timer.

All the ratios, chemicals and compatibility issues, friction loss, volume ratios, suction lift and flow rates of hose, pumps and spray tips are enough technical jargon to "drive a sober man to drinkin'...

Well, I wish there were a simpler solution but, frankly, the biggest problem with building a roof cleaning system that is going to work for a new roof cleaner is that, there is no "right" answer.

Many times it comes down to preference and familiarity and NOT that the person or company giving away free advice has ever even actually used the equipment for our specific application.

Just like religion there are MANY paths, to the SOURCE.

And like RELIGION, everyone has "THEIR" RIGHT path and method and a handout to catch your donations or purchases for additional info.

Here at the RCIA, we are not getting a dime from advertisers and so we can offer unbiased opinions based on actual field use and function.

Some equipment MAY work better than others for the same purpose which is getting roof cleaning chemical, SAFELY and easily onto the surface of the roofs you want to clean and get paid for.

Others claim to do this but fall short and cause new roof cleaners  MANY countless headaches due largely to being great salesmen but poor roof cleaning equipment builders.

Its just a aggravating process of wading thru the B.S. and the conjecture and the speculation to find what will work for you and your BUDGET.

Personally, I am glad you have been reading till you feel like your brain is going to bust as TRUTHFULLY, that is what many of us who have been in this business for years have done quietly and patiently in spite of countless obstacles that have been placed in our path over the years.

Sorting thru the MIS-INFORMATION is the KEY.

Finding the RCIA is the HOLY GRAIL for many new and upcoming Roof Cleaners from around the country and the World.

Luckily, for ALL of you that are JUST NOW starting out in this business, the market is WIDE open and ready for HARVEST with much of the aggravating groundwork of the PAST already having been done by the "Forefathers" of this cleaning industry and NOW more than ever before, there is MORE equipment and knowledge available on the subject of Safe Non-Pressure Roof Cleaning than in recorded history.

I say all of that to say this.

Even though you are struggling now and you feel its tough just to get your head around these concepts, believe me when I tell you that it will serve you MUCH better, to struggle a bit and LEARN, over time and thru experience and practice, than to be "SPOON FED" all the knowledge, that other roof cleaners have invested YEARS to aquire.

The EASY way is not always the BEST Way...

Yes, Knowledge is power, BUT, the reasonable and patient attainment of that knowledge through properly educating yourself, asking the RIGHT questions, mining the wisdom contained in DETAILED in depth reading and specific STUDY in this market niche' will allow you to retain the important crutial roof cleaning Knowledge and learning experiences you will NEED to function, independently, as a REAL WORLD Professional Roof Cleaning  Contractor.

This IS essential to being a SAFE, Knowledgeable, Well Rounded, Roof Cleaning Professional.

An ancient CHINESE proverb states:

"The Journey of a THOUSAND miles Begins with the FIRST STEP"

Respectfully,

David W.