[Dean Taberner]

Hello,

Has anybody done this?

I know that it should be on the general cleaning section but I don't like socialising with new folk.

Basically, I've been asked to carry this out on a local building site, I presume that the method of cleaning would be by powerwashing.

Thanks in advance for any feedback,

Dean.

[wpclean]

You will get the answer on the General cleaning section, there is some really knowledgeable lads on there 

[Small but perfectley formed]

Yes we have done this for close to 30 yrs although in the last few years we have done little due to builders reducing any spending .

[craigR]

Brick acid and pressure wash.
Apply acid with a stiffish brush to stained area leave for 5-10 mins and pressure wash off.
dilute acid 50-50 with water and do a test for splahing/ spillage on decorative sills etc.
Often they want area cleaning where the scaffold has been or next to rendering so scaffold may be usable by yourself (save working off ladders).
Oh and check the price they are willing to pay as some guys are doing this for as little as £1.00 per metre.

Hope this is some help.
Craig

[Dean Taberner]

Thanks for the replies, there's around 1500sqm of brick to be cleaned. What is the going rate per sqm? We've got the equipment to do it but I'm new to this game. Thanks again, Dean.

[Small but perfectley formed]

Is it a residential or commercial build , you need to check water supply how far , will other workers be around , what type of brick , how much stain
We did ours on day rate

[Dean Taberner]

Its on new build domestics for a building company. Not too sure about anymore info but I'll find out tomorrow. Thanks, Dean.

[redstarwindowcleaners]

Theses a father / son team  from kent
We know them as dangerous brian and dangerous wayne
Used by a number of the big bricklaying subbies in the south
Been doing it for years
Very good at what they do
They are great lads
Send me a contact number and ill pass on his details
Theyll give you any advice / help you need

[Diamond standard ltd]

Your rams are the hardest thing but if someone could pass them on that would be good for you.

[redstarwindowcleaners]

Your rams are the hardest thing but if someone could pass them on that would be good for you.

Its unusual that you would be asked to price the brick cleaning direct for the builder the cleaning down is usually always part of the brickwork package on new work refurb its a little different
And generally the bricklayer subs this element of work out
Your works  ie the cleaning down should be covered in his rams

Never the less check access ie tower cherry picker etc etc who supplies  as access is often impared due to landscaping being complete also think about protection to windows railings balconies etc
Builders wont hesitate to bang you for a  few quid if they see evidence of any damage after the pressure washing
Get your quote right
Site visit is a necessity

[Diamond standard ltd]

We got asked to do this from the builders there self

[deeege]

Let me know if you get set up for this type of work Dean. I could potentially get you into 17 new build sites that we currently clean, we always pass on the brick cleaning though.

Edit: I should add that I know nothing about prices etc for this type of work.

[telfordwindowclnr]

Brick acid and pressure wash.
Apply acid with a stiffish brush to stained area leave for 5-10 mins and pressure wash off.
dilute acid 50-50 with water and do a test for splahing/ spillage on decorative sills etc.
Often they want area cleaning where the scaffold has been or next to rendering so scaffold may be usable by yourself (save working off ladders).
Oh and check the price they are willing to pay as some guys are doing this for as little as £1.00 per metre.

Hope this is some help.
Craig

+1.

Good post Craig.

[mike1986]

How many houses can be cleaned per day? i was thinking maybe 3?