Stupid Rookie Mistakes I Made While Pressure Washing

Running a Pressure Washing or a Softwash icompany can sometimes be hard. Sometimes you make stupid rookie mistakes. Join me as I cook some barbecue chicken in the backyard and discuss some of my funniest moments and most stressful mistakes while running/operating a Softwash company.

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  • @softwashtv6315
    @softwashtv6315 Жыл бұрын

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  • @MikeJones-cf4wu
    @MikeJones-cf4wu Жыл бұрын

    I’m just starting up business. But you are doing us a great deal of justice by letting us know your mistakes. Granted this is how we learn. Thank you so much 💯🙏🏽

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    You got this! thanks for the support mike

  • @morzaprowashpressurewashin5673
    @morzaprowashpressurewashin5673 Жыл бұрын

    Assassin for the win!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, all those rookie mistakes i have done them myself at least once. The Medusa is one of my favorites rigs!

  • @joebar2002903
    @joebar2002903 Жыл бұрын

    I just want to say thank you for everything you are a blessing for me

  • @jerrymeyers2075
    @jerrymeyers20757 ай бұрын

    I'm in Tega Cay SC and know the July weather. Own a lawn service and added house washing this year. Your vids are awesome and learn a lot from you. Thanks for the help!

  • @petermartinez4526
    @petermartinez4526 Жыл бұрын

    Hey man, I'm new to the business which I started in August of last year and I'm really enjoying your channel. It's super beneficial! Thank you so much!!!

  • @servantsoftwash
    @servantsoftwash Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing the good and bad!

  • @CLaiM3R25
    @CLaiM3R25 Жыл бұрын

    Really good advice and vibes from your channel 👍🏼

  • @I_Said_What_I_Said1
    @I_Said_What_I_Said1 Жыл бұрын

    Great information! The pre-trip checklist is a great idea. I ran out of gas my first two jobs without a gas can on the trailer and 30 minutes worth of work left to do. Needless to say, it's a permanent fixture on the trailer now! Live and learn.

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! the gas issue has happened to me too lol

  • @freetheoffended2910
    @freetheoffended2910 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your vids bro! I appreciate it very much!🥳🙏✌️❤️

  • @thegoose1324
    @thegoose1324 Жыл бұрын

    Loved the intro. Now to watch the rest!

  • @ryanjones4350
    @ryanjones4350 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. Lots of insight and advice.

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @joseananich5023
    @joseananich5023 Жыл бұрын

    Real deal thanks.

  • @rattlin9194
    @rattlin9194 Жыл бұрын

    It's great to hear that you're working with your dad. I'm considering asking mine to get involved to help ease me into 'hiring staff' 😌

  • @coltonlovett6137
    @coltonlovett6137 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this! I thought it was funny that you’re two big mistakes were with people you already knew. Wonder if it was a comfort thing? I’m in the real estate game and I swear anytime I do a friend/families deal, those are the ones to cause me problems! I felt that bro 😂😂

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely!! it may have been a comfort thing. thats a great point!

  • @shanepender2312
    @shanepender2312 Жыл бұрын

    Been watching your videos all afternoon.

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them! thanks for the support Shane!

  • @Brabyscastlewash
    @Brabyscastlewash Жыл бұрын

    Straight fire video 👍

  • @nathanhill2509
    @nathanhill2509 Жыл бұрын

    Hi mate thank you for all the video’s you put out your video’s have help me with my own business .

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear it. thank you for the support!

  • @damiancastaneda6189
    @damiancastaneda618911 ай бұрын

    Thankyou !! 🫡🫡🫡

  • @joshnicole5662
    @joshnicole5662 Жыл бұрын

    You look all set up. Plus grillin like a champ 🏆 killin it bro, good for you.

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that josh! thanks!

  • @vcash1112
    @vcash1112 Жыл бұрын

    😂Great stories!

  • @reyrey1768
    @reyrey1768 Жыл бұрын

    GM Kyle you killing it good luck am out giving up business and flyers Cards .. I use a perfect model for My Every Day. DO IT RIGHT OR DO IT TWICE.

  • @ellard24
    @ellard24 Жыл бұрын

    Doing my research now on starting my own, with my brother. We are in CA, and I know with the drought, waste water and water usage is a big issue. Still trying to navigate all the requirements for this business here in CA. Thanks for the knowledge

  • @sweed6054

    @sweed6054

    Жыл бұрын

    Leave that hell hole

  • @journeyfurthur6396
    @journeyfurthur6396 Жыл бұрын

    Love your style from the videos, info and bbq 😍 I’m in bay area Cali, just trying to make some extra cash on the side this summer from pressure washing. I’m a little intimidated cause it’s not a “legitimate” business with no license or insurance, I just wanna do simple jobs to make some extra money, and so I need to be aware of all the things that can go wrong and bite me later. Bbq lookin great btw 😊thanks

  • @danielxrivera1333
    @danielxrivera1333 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome content! When you say cooldown the house do you mean rinsing before spraying product? Also would love to hear a thorough list of things to have for jobs in order from most important to least important, that would be such a beautifiul video for all us starters🥹

  • @kennethmcdonald5585
    @kennethmcdonald5585 Жыл бұрын

    Hey boss, I am a local washer in your area and have been following your channel for a while. I appreciate the info you give. It’s funny because the only reason I am reaching out to you is about the way you grilled that corn lol. Get you some fresh corn in the husk, soak it in water for about 10 minutes or so… so it doesn’t burn as fast and then toss it on the grill… it’s a game changer man. Keep on Keepin on

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that. I cook it in the husk often. someone brought it prepped like that for the cookout

  • @JoshParkerWI
    @JoshParkerWI Жыл бұрын

    Low and slow for the W! Looks awesome boss! Great tips, too!

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! did that soap arrive yet?

  • @JoshParkerWI

    @JoshParkerWI

    Жыл бұрын

    @@softwashtv6315 Yes sir, it came on Friday! Was gonna pop in and let you know. Thank you so much! 🍻

  • @ktpowerwashing
    @ktpowerwashing Жыл бұрын

    Good video. A LOT of truths

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Much appreciated

  • @charlestuozzo4747
    @charlestuozzo4747 Жыл бұрын

    Put a 3/8 to 1/4 quick connect adapter in the glove box with a extra jrod (old one) for the oh crap where’s the gun moments. I have been known to forget crap. Have a backup whenever possible.

  • @ryanduren2739
    @ryanduren2739 Жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @thirdcoasthustle
    @thirdcoasthustle Жыл бұрын

    burnt up my first outlet this season. it was painted over same color as siding, didnt see it till i sprayed it. got the customer to kill power, put my blower on it for a few mins, ran to lowes for a new outlet & plate, replaced an outlet for the first time in my life. all good, got paid. double check outlets, and i now have a fire extinguisher on the truck! lol

  • @BTKSPENCE
    @BTKSPENCE Жыл бұрын

    loved the video brother...

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear it

  • @darrinnewsom2261
    @darrinnewsom2261 Жыл бұрын

    Good looking bbq , what time should I be there for dinner!! 😂great job on the video!!

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    lol!! thanks man. ill bro posting a pulled pork video soon!

  • @mikegebhart6072
    @mikegebhart6072 Жыл бұрын

    Only Pw channel that matters!! Keep it up!

  • @scottferguson9399
    @scottferguson9399 Жыл бұрын

    Great video BBQ looks awesome brother 👌 👍✌️

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    thanks Scott! going to do a big cookout in the spring for all the local guys ill hit you up!

  • @scottferguson9399

    @scottferguson9399

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds good let me know what we can bring. ✌️

  • @azwpressurewashingllc9949
    @azwpressurewashingllc9949 Жыл бұрын

    💪work brother.

  • @embodiedbillionaire
    @embodiedbillionaire9 ай бұрын

    That chicken looks so good

  • @trentonking962
    @trentonking962 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video brutha! As always! Im wanting to get in touch with you about classes whats the best way to do so? Thanks!

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    the next classes will be in the spring of 2023 bro. if you have some questions hit me up at info@unitedsoftwashnc.com

  • @correymurchison1139
    @correymurchison1139 Жыл бұрын

    Mannn that chicken looked fire homie!! Lol I was watchin ur video and almost wrecked my car looking at that chicken lol😂

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    it was delicious bro! one of my favorite meals. drive safe! lol

  • @diegomejia483
    @diegomejia483 Жыл бұрын

    Great video man, what kind of CRM are you using?

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    I use market bro!

  • @ktpowerwashing
    @ktpowerwashing Жыл бұрын

    Treat the work truck like a fire truck. When a fire truck shows up on a scene, you will (or shouldn't) never see the firefighters running around looking for a particular tool. There is a spot for EVERYTHING, make sure that all items are in their place. Too many times have we shown up without an important piece of equipment. Damn son, Let's EAT!

  • @josephvalencia8163
    @josephvalencia8163 Жыл бұрын

    I am a journeyman electrician looking into starting a pressure washing business give it a shot! I was watching your videos and seen that you ran into a problem like that with the outlet I think that was my calling to just do it what is some good advice to someone wanting to get in it!? I got family who need pressure washing done so I feel confident about it? On starting on jobs just a weekend thing with my side electrical work

  • @isaiahcanreallyrap
    @isaiahcanreallyrap Жыл бұрын

    As a black man from the south... You did that chicken justice my guy💯🤟🏾😂

  • @jamiemorales2022
    @jamiemorales2022 Жыл бұрын

    hey Bud, I see a lot of washing videos but no one seems to cover the outlets is it required considering rain doesn't trip the fusees

  • @girlfriend910
    @girlfriend910 Жыл бұрын

    By the way I love your posts ..you do it right

  • @christopherdodson323
    @christopherdodson323 Жыл бұрын

    Got the best looking rig in the game!

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that bro!

  • @servantsoftwash
    @servantsoftwash Жыл бұрын

    Yeah boy!! Thats a meal

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    thanks buddy!!

  • @rickygeorge6952
    @rickygeorge6952 Жыл бұрын

    that chicken 😋 all we get near the coast in the UK is fish n chips and maybe hot mini donuts

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    y'all have a lot of awesome stuff over there too my brother! thanks for the support!

  • @donherzig1524
    @donherzig1524 Жыл бұрын

    first off thank you for all the info this is my second year in this game and still make mistakes all the time. second i live in brunswick county and it sound like your not to far away for me to jump in truck and get some of the chicken next time lol..

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    Your welcome brother! I’m in BC right now. It’s my stomping grounds I’m from seaside! I’m actually in sunset beach right now! Lol

  • @donherzig1524

    @donherzig1524

    Жыл бұрын

    @@softwashtv6315 lived in leland my whole life been a fire fighter here in bc for 17 years and a asst. chief for 6 years now . i also own a rental house in conway but again thanks for all the info!!!!!!

  • @MeatPez
    @MeatPez Жыл бұрын

    You look like an older Steve will do it. I mean that in the best way lol.

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    lol!!

  • @coreyking9785
    @coreyking97853 ай бұрын

    Curious- what type of tape do you use to wrap your electrical outlets?

  • @rckintz
    @rckintz Жыл бұрын

    Which would be better as far as getting more distance a 1/2 , 5/8 or 3/4 inch flexzilla hose for soft washing with either a 5.5 gpm 60 psi or a 7 gpm 85 psi pump

  • @jawkman101
    @jawkman101 Жыл бұрын

    Can you make a video showing your wands and tips you use for soft wash and pressure washing

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    coming soon!

  • @aussiekerwashingrig4995
    @aussiekerwashingrig4995 Жыл бұрын

    One of my recent mistakes was when i was trying to get my last job done for the winter. I had the wrong values on when i was flushing out the antifreeze from my pump, didn't realize that some got into my fresh water tank. That was empty at the time filled up with water and got to the job site got everything stretched out was on the farthest point away from the truck was letting what i thought was fresh water run before i began applying soap water keep forming. That's when i released i had antifreeze in my fresh water tank. By that time with the limited day light i didn't have time to drain my tanks and flush them out and return to finish the job before dark. Rookie mistake!

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    thank you for sharing! mistakes happen. its how we learn and grow. keep up the good work

  • @zakthedragonslayer449
    @zakthedragonslayer4493 ай бұрын

    what did you do to fix the deck situation?

  • @designmasters1073
    @designmasters1073 Жыл бұрын

    Have you used Hubspot CRM? If so what do you think?

  • @577buttfan
    @577buttfan Жыл бұрын

    Dude you didn't have a backup trigger gun come on I could smell that barbecue from here brother

  • @Hedo888
    @Hedo888 Жыл бұрын

    I showed up to work without bleach after 30 minutes drive 😁

  • @wes8740

    @wes8740

    Жыл бұрын

    Lol

  • @peachypound6108
    @peachypound6108 Жыл бұрын

    So the first rookie mistake, what exactly happened, if i may ask? Is it using to high of a percentage on wood? If you could elaborate that would be awesome.

  • @cortneybailey3751
    @cortneybailey3751 Жыл бұрын

    I’m from South Carolina

  • @guitarboos48
    @guitarboos487 ай бұрын

    If I come up for a ride along is the chicken barbecue included?

  • @user-eq1vz4mc3m
    @user-eq1vz4mc3m8 ай бұрын

    Is a hot water heater really needed on uour trailer

  • @hoffpauirconcrete.semperfidCC
    @hoffpauirconcrete.semperfidCC Жыл бұрын

    Dark Meat chicken is where its at son

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    damn right!

  • @bengibson8528
    @bengibson852811 ай бұрын

    Probably gonna be a dumb question but how do you get "bad bleach"?

  • @87Bryan
    @87Bryan Жыл бұрын

    What tape do y’all use for outlets and other things?

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    red stucco tape for most jobs

  • @87Bryan

    @87Bryan

    Жыл бұрын

    @@softwashtv6315 thank you for getting back to me

  • @swampdrake4569
    @swampdrake4569 Жыл бұрын

    I grew up outside of Calabash, live 20min from there now. Brother I need help, I got a 4gpm pump on a Honda gx290 and my pump body runs hot, brass head is cool, diverting into my buffer tank. Unloader checks out, do you think my motor is to small. Any help will be much appreciated.

  • @kevinpowers7766

    @kevinpowers7766

    Жыл бұрын

    What’s your business man? I live in Calabash too, I meet Kyle not too long ago, he pulled up on me while I was working

  • @swampdrake4569

    @swampdrake4569

    Жыл бұрын

    @@kevinpowers7766 I'm in Holden Beach now, My business is Down South Construction LLC, iv always washed my customers house i do work for. But I started pushing more wash jobs than maintenance and built a wash trailer this year.

  • @reyrey1768
    @reyrey1768 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Brother I need your help I have bad calcium on my costumer briks . What you recommend to clean it off ? Long story short the bottom of the driveway is always wet and the calcium is Really bad . Please help

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    f9 efflo works very well!

  • @reyrey1768

    @reyrey1768

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy

  • @girlfriend910
    @girlfriend910 Жыл бұрын

    Did you repaint the deck

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    yes I did

  • @sheepshed9050
    @sheepshed9050 Жыл бұрын

    What CRM do you use?

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    markate

  • @actionpowerwashllc889
    @actionpowerwashllc889 Жыл бұрын

    Where are you in South Carolina??

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    im in north carolina

  • @juebrelldavis6003
    @juebrelldavis6003 Жыл бұрын

    Do u kno any one that does logos n website

  • @anthonyaraque1332
    @anthonyaraque13324 ай бұрын

    Hey Kyle how you can tell you have bad bleach ahead of time?

  • @Thelastthreelines
    @Thelastthreelines Жыл бұрын

    good news is if pastor isn't forgiving he isn't doing his job properly

  • @BD-ly7xj
    @BD-ly7xj6 ай бұрын

    Hi Kyle. I have been a power lineman up north for years. We bought a house around Wilmington NC and I am seriously considering a pressure washing business and I have a pile of questions. Do you have an email address that I can correspond with you? I do not mind paying for your advise and experience. Thank you very much.

  • @justinlittle8742
    @justinlittle8742 Жыл бұрын

    Pig is king but chicken will work in a pinch as long as it’s got the right NC vinegar sauce. Shrimp at the beach gotta be Becks, oyster rock or crabcatchers!

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    I love crab catchers! been going there forever. I had oyster rock a few weeks ago love it there too! I agree pig is the best! esp in NC!

  • @jaratoll8739

    @jaratoll8739

    Жыл бұрын

    I remember our neighbors cooking a whole pig and partying like every month when we lived outside New Bern, NC.

  • @mikeevansgutierrezcasanas6234
    @mikeevansgutierrezcasanas62349 ай бұрын

    Well all been there. 😪

  • @carljones3515
    @carljones3515 Жыл бұрын

    👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @shanew7361
    @shanew7361 Жыл бұрын

    👌💪💥🇺🇸

  • @kaylaross8264
    @kaylaross82644 күн бұрын

    What is bad bleach? How does bleach go bad??

  • @roadrunner594
    @roadrunner594 Жыл бұрын

    What's bad bleach?

  • @softwashtv6315

    @softwashtv6315

    Жыл бұрын

    old/weak in strength

  • @roadrunner594

    @roadrunner594

    Жыл бұрын

    @@softwashtv6315 how long will bleach sit to become weak? More or less

  • @michaelhemingway6677
    @michaelhemingway6677 Жыл бұрын

    Yes I live in North Myrtle Beach and it gets very very hot 🔥 🥵