Microfiber Cloths (window cleaning)

Hello Readers,

With you, I'd like to share my latest video discussing microfiber cloths. I hope it is helpful.

Window Cleaning Hamilton Ontario -- Microfiber Cloth

Presented by: Nick from Famous Maintenance

This video features microfiber cloths (rags), window cloths.

So, what is unique about a microfiber cloth for cleaning windows?

While a cotton rag tends to push the dirt around, a microfiber cloth attracts and holds the dirt.

In my own opinion, these cloths do an exceptional job. They are very absorbent. They lift dirt.

Being a fairly new product, these cloths are becoming more popular/ available. Recently I have found microfiber cloths available in Zellers (Target) and Canadian Tire.

If you clean windows professionally, you should at least try these.

Also, please check out: http://ungerglobal.com/pro/admin/files/pl2011-chapter/unger-2011-2.pdf

When cleaning in the wash, I throw them in with ordinary fabrics. However, do not use bleach or fabric softener. The fabric is 70% polyester, 30% polyamide.

Thanks for watching.
Please check out my website.
www.famousmaintenance.com

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Window Scrapers (window cleaning)

Hello Readers,

With you, I'd like to share my latest video discussing window scrapers (window cleaning). I hope it is helpful.

Window Cleaning Hamilton Ontario -- Window Scraper

Presented by: Nick from Famous Maintenance

For removing plastic tape, paint and other debris from window panes, a scraper is an effective tool.

This video features a window scraper.

Not mentioned in the video, a scraper can usually be attached to the end of a window cleaning pole.

As an alternative, disposable razor blades work just as well.

Warning: When using a window scraper, make sure the window surface is not coated with plastic. Sometimes windows are coated with a clear plastic, often called weatherized insulation. Decals and tints will also be damaged if a scraper is used.

Thanks for watching.
Please check out my website.
www.famousmaintenance.com

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada



Scrubbing Attachment

Hello Readers,

With you, I'd like to share my latest video discussing a scrubbing attachment tool. I hope it is helpful.

"Window Cleaning Hamilton Ontario -- Scrubbing Attachment"

Presented by: Nick from Famous Maintenance

When a squeegee is inadequate to remove squished bugs, bird poop, and other debris, a special scrubbing attachment is necessary.

This video features a scrubbing attachment, used with a window cleaning pole. Abrasive pads are secured to the scrubbing attachment.

This tool is effective for removing stubborn debris from window pane surfaces.

Thanks for watching.
Please check out my website.
www.famousmaintenance.com

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Five Ways to Get Your Blog Noticed

Five Ways to Get Your Blog Noticed

If you have your own blog, you want it to get noticed. The reason people write blogs is to get noticed. People are like that. They want attention. They want to be Famous.

Don’t be shy that your efforts to “getting your blog noticed” will make you look: crafty, cunning deceitful, insidious, sneaky, sly, dishonest, shifty, wily, tricky or even creepy. Don’t worry. That won’t happen.

In “getting your blog noticed”, you are playing the same game as everyone else. Your intentions aren’t original. They certainly aren’t unique.

Before I get into the tips on “getting your blog noticed,” I should mention a few things. For one thing, I have heavily borrowed from other blogs. In fact, I have completely borrowed other blogger’s advice on “getting your blog noticed.”

In fact, the last thing I am an expert in is “getting your blog noticed.” I am nearly clueless and I have much learning to do myself.

Still, I know that “getting your blog noticed” is a topic interesting to a greater mass of people. In fact, “getting your blog noticed” is highly more interesting (to most) than my true motive, promoting my window cleaning business.

Before I continue, I should mention that Famous Maintenance is a superior choice for window cleaning in Hamilton, Ontario. You get a great job for a great price. But I digress, albeit intentionally.

Back on topic, “getting your blog noticed” is a topic with mass appeal. One of the best ways to “getting your blog noticed” is to write a blog on that very subject. To use an analogy, it’s like when someone writes a book about how to “get rich quick.” The only person who is getting rich quickly is the person writing the book on the subject.

So, again, one of the best ways to “getting your blog noticed” is to write a blog on that very subject.

Here are my five tips (that I borrowed from someone else’s blog).

1. Learn SEO [Search engine optimization]

2. Write Great Headlines

3. Make It Easy to Share

4. Comment More Than You Blog

5. Tell People About It [your blog]!

If you’d like to learn more, you can check out this guy’s blog: click here.

Thanks for watching.
Please check out my website.
www.famousmaintenance.com

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Out in the cold - window cleaning at a local bank, Hamilton, Ontario

Hello Readers,

You don’t need to wait until spring to have your windows cleaned. A professional window cleaner is capable year round.

Here is a pic of me at a recent job. I’m cleaning the windows at a local bank, here in Hamilton, Ontario.

It really can be a lot of fun.

Please check out my website: www.famousmaintenance.com
Thank you for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoy it.

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Window Cleaning Painting

Hello Readers,

In my last post, I discussed the advantages of using graphic artwork to promote your small business.

Here are a few more of my paintings. (Please click on the images for a larger view.)

Please check out my website: www.famousmaintenance.com
Thank you for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoy it.

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Janitorial Artwork - Small Business Using Graphics

Hello Readers,

I hope the following is helpful, not just for window cleaning businesses, but for small businesses alike.

As most operators of small businesses know, many tasks cannot be contracted out. Budgets are limited. The entrepreneur must be versatile. Among other tasks, he must promote the business, provide services and handle clients.

One way I managed to save money was to produce my own graphic artwork. Using acrylic paint, I painted some pictures related to the services my business provides. Then I scanned them to my computer. (For a larger view, click on each picture.)

I’ll let you be the judge of whether the artwork is “professional” enough. In the least, I had fun painting them.

Ultimately, I decided against using these images on my website. However, I have used them on my business cards and flyers.

There is one aspect of my paintings that I think is attractive to customers. You don’t need to read a whole lot. At a glance, it is obvious what services the business provides:

-      window cleaning

-      pressure washing

-      grounds keeping

-      floor waxing

-      mopping

-      painting

-      construction site clean-up and,

-      eaves (gutter) cleaning

 Such a range of services also hints at more. The customer feels he can contact us for many types of work. This means more business, and we never had to explicitly state our services.

My point, photographs or paintings eliminate reading.

Please check out my website: www.famousmaintenance.com
Thank you for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoy it.

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Admixture of Antifreeze and Soapy Water

I have been asked: do most window cleaning business use antifreeze and soapy water during freezing temperatures?

Based upon my experience, I can confirm the following. Many window cleaning businesses use windshield washer fluid (the type used for automobiles). It’s cheap and readily available. The skull and crossbones hazard symbol appears on virtually every brand of windshield washer fluid (antifreeze). It’s poisonous. However, a careful window cleaner can make efforts to avoid contact. Hot water tends to produce more vapours; extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation.

An observation I’ve made is that antifreeze is quite effective for achieving shiny, “sparkling” windows. I speculate this is because antifreeze is formulated for windshields and contains additives beneficial for achieving a nice shine.

When adding the antifreeze to the soapy water, an effective ratio seems to be one part water, to one part antifreeze. An effort can be made to use less water, therefore reducing the need for costlier antifreeze.

I do not condone the use of antifreeze. However, in my opinion, its use for window cleaning is prevalent during freezing temperatures.

From what I have seen, using this same antifreeze mixture on the inside of the windows is unnecessary. Indoor heating is warm enough to prevent freezing on the inside, at least in Southern Ontario temperatures.

Please check out my website: www.famousmaintenance.com

Thank you for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoy it.

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Window Cleaning in the Winter - Whiskey might work, but it’s expensive.

It’s the middle of winter. It’s cold. It’s snowy. Jack Frost is nipping at every part of you. Like everything else, aside from pouring an ice rink, window cleaning becomes a bigger challenge. Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit or 0 degrees Celsius. (You already knew that. I know.)

At freezing temperatures, your soapy water will freeze on the windows. So, what can you do? The short answer – mix antifreeze into the water.

Still, the answer is a bit more complicated. For instance:

1.    Are certain types of antifreeze additives harmful to the environment?

2.    Are these additives harmful to people?

3.    Are these additives harmful when inhaled, ingested or contacted with skin?

4.    What quantity is harmful?

5.    How much antifreeze do I put in the water?

6.    Where can I purchase these additives?

7.    Are these additives controlled by the government?

8.    Should I use the same solution (with antifreeze mixture) to clean the inside of the windows?

9.    Can I use windshield washer fluid (the type used for automobiles)?

Here is a very well-written article I'd like to share. It addresses most of the above:

The link is: http://www.awcmag.com/archives/using_alcohol.html

(Supposing the link does not work, just Google “Gary Mauer USING ALCOHOL”)

Thank you reader for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoy it.

Please check out my website: www.famousmaintenance.com

-Nick

>> Famous Maintenance

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

First Post!

Hello Thoughtful Reader,

Welcome to my blog, Window Cleaning Hamilton, Ontario.

As you can tell by the title, this blog is all about window cleaning. (I live and work in Hamilton, Ontario, hence the inclusion in the title.)

I’d like to share my experiences in the industry. I’d love to hear what others have to say too.

Window cleaning is a great job. Everyone appreciates clean windows. It can be a lot of hard work. However, a thorough window cleaning makes a dramatic difference. As a window cleaner, this is very rewarding.

Clean windows make people happy.

I own and operate my own window cleaning business in Hamilton.

My website: http://www.famousmaintenance.com/

Please check it out.

Most of all, thank you reader for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoy it.

Nick

>> Famous Maintenance

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada