Sounds like pure murder. Last I knew, his setup consisted of sections from a high end modular (or take apart) “coarse” fishing pole.
Let’s see if this works: @Jeff brimble
Edit: oops, sorry to whoever I just tagged. Looks like Jeff has always used facebook to comment here. Take a look in this thread: http://windowcleaner.com/vBulletin/poles-brushes-wfp-waterfed-pole/19596-pole-diy-wfp-2.html#post187932
Cool, thanks Alex! I emailed Jeff to see about his diy wfp.
Here’s what the boys across the pond are able to do. I’m in desperate need of such capabilities.
If anyone has any leads they would be much appreciated. I’m getting no responses from UK users.
Joshua Adriance
Pure Water Window Cleaning
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Joshua : That is a Reach-iT PRO 7 length - 75 ft, 7 storeys - you can talk with heaps of guys in the USA with this kit.
The most helpful on forums are Matt Adwell and Michael Goeller - if you can’t find them here, they are often at Water Fed Pole Talk FB Group.
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Hey Perry,
Thanks for your reply. I was under the impression that the pole was a diy fishing pole job.
Unless I’m reading you wrong, are you saying the pole in the photo is the Reach-it or that the Reach-it has similar capabilities?
Thanks!
Calling all wfp masters…
Has anyone any experience with the Gardiner Extreme 47’ foot and Hi Mod extensions? I’m considering this pole for 80’ work.
I am going to be doing a 5 story building in about 3 weeks with my WFP setup. I’ll post some pics after we complete it
This thread should be titled “Rent a chair guy.”
Sometimes, there gets to a point where some should just resign to the fact “[I]I’m not ready for this[/I].”
Agreed. I personally would stop at about 60’ and even that is pushing it. It’s just too hard to work effectively.
Especially when there’s so much work to do at reasonable wfp heights. Why take on the risk (and there is significant risk working above 60’ with wfp), stress and expense? Just let it go and move on to the next one.
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Thank you for your advice. I respect what you and Caleb suggest.
6 years ago by chance I started my storefront business in an area that would soon see the 3rd fastest growing condo market in the country. Now I have 50+ 6-8 story condo buildings within 10 minutes of home. If I don’t adapt then someone else will.
Chair work is being so intensely regulated that some companies have stopped doing it because they were told by safety services that it will soon be illegal. Many of these buildings are unapproachable by lifts and cranes.
I regularly work 5 and 6 story structures by myself for days at a time. I’m not about to accept the status quo. I need to continue to improve and increase my capabilities to stay the best in my market.
It can be done…
This new Reach-iT video shows a really high reach.
[video=youtube_share;MdL5oX9kkXs]http://youtu.be/MdL5oX9kkXs?list=UUf794ZAyxGgsLZubEKb1LZQ[/video]
Forget illegal, what’s worse, it’s becoming unprofitable…
I figure I have about 10,000 hours in the chair, and thats probably about 10,000 hours more than the ones who make the decisions.
If a building doesn’t have anchor points, the onus is on them, to make things right,
So why, in some building managers/ownership minds, would they spend that kind of money to have clean windows for their tenants, when they are only half full full anyways?!?
Yes, I love my 47’ extreme. Mine with extensions is 70’. I personally know others that love them as much as I do, great pole.
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That looks incredibly stiff!
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I need to rent a water fed pole system that can clean up to a six story apartment building. I have a possible account I can get that will propel me to where I can purchase one. New business on hand. Does anyone know of a place I can rent one in the Los Angeles area?
I’ve looked and haven’t seen anything here . But if you’ve never water fed before , you definitely don’t want to learn on a 6 story apt
Financing is better than renting, plus you will eventually own the pole!
Ask [MENTION=1]Chris[/MENTION] for details or check the WCR site for a link to the program
METTLER MAINTENANCE
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Pismo Beach, Ca
Where can u rent them I have some senior homes I’m washing as well?
Hey Jerrod, I think we spoke a week or so ago. I don’t know of any place that rents poles and systems out but I know a guy who sells them ; )
You could try and hook up with a local guy and see if you can either rent his equipment (unlikely) or maybe sub out the job. If you have questions on water fed equipment and you’re looking to get something fast, I’d like the opportunity to help.
Thanks
