Total_Rookie
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Would you buy a Square Scrub to strip wax? I know there are several ways, of getting good results. But whats the absolute easiest and most preferred way?
Tapping into VCT
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hogjowl
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Tap out.
Before you choke.
Before you choke.
Kellie Hiler
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I hate doing VCT, we got into it and got right out...took up too much time. But had we stayed in it I definitely would've got a Square Scrub.
Total_Rookie
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What system were you using admiral? I was thinking the same thing too. "Of tapping out" it seems like too much work. I just didn't want to skip before really looking at the big picture. So far it looks like an ugly picture.
Russ T.
Supportive Member
Not sure what other markets will bear, but we are able to make REAL $$$ on it here.
Yes, it's hard work. This is especially true in the beginning when figuring out everything you need. I use a 175 to strip. I'm getting much better with it and my confidence has grown. I learned while charging good money. Ideally, I wish I could have learned elsewhere,while working for someone else.
A good wet vac designed specifically for the removal of the slurry will be HUGE. If you have that and a 175...the rest doesn't cost much.
We are headed to NY for a week to see my dad. I've got almost 3K ft.² of VCT to come home to. It could be done in a LONG day and would make for an incredibly profitable day, especially when considering I will be alone! That being said, I will take 2 days to do it. I've got the time.
Most don't want to touch it. I'm glad for guys like Marty.
Yes, it's hard work. This is especially true in the beginning when figuring out everything you need. I use a 175 to strip. I'm getting much better with it and my confidence has grown. I learned while charging good money. Ideally, I wish I could have learned elsewhere,while working for someone else.
A good wet vac designed specifically for the removal of the slurry will be HUGE. If you have that and a 175...the rest doesn't cost much.
We are headed to NY for a week to see my dad. I've got almost 3K ft.² of VCT to come home to. It could be done in a LONG day and would make for an incredibly profitable day, especially when considering I will be alone! That being said, I will take 2 days to do it. I've got the time.
Most don't want to touch it. I'm glad for guys like Marty.
hogjowl
Idiot™
The numbers aren't there. (In real life.)
The BB world is a different story
The BB world is a different story
Blue Monarch
Supportive Member
I hate it and need to charge more.....or get out.
Good to hear you're getting good money for it Russ. I may contact you.
Good to hear you're getting good money for it Russ. I may contact you.
Russ T.
Supportive Member
Different markets are ...different.
Don't let Marty's cynicism deter you. Your market might be similar to his and MAYBE there's not enough $ in it for you.
BUT maybe your market (and attitude) is better than Marty's and you can really make some money!
If I can make $150/hour without turning on my Truckmount...I'm in!
Russ T.
Supportive Member
I have to think our markets are VERY similar.
I was happy cleaning carpet, tile, and upholstery. Ok, not upholstery. I hate cleaning upholstery.
I had enough unsolicited VCT inquiries that I thought it would be a mistake not to try. I started to bid HIGH. High enough to get excited about it.
I was amazed that most of these companies didn't bat an eye at my "high" prices. What's the worst they could do, go with someone else? I would have been happy to continue without offering VCT at all.
I've found it will open doors to some commercial carpet/upholstery/cubicles. These have consistently become my biggest tickets every year. I NEVER used to be able to land such big ticket jobs.
I LOVE when a company calls and tells us they've got carpet and VCT (they all do) they want us to take a look at.
Homeowners are hibernating in Iowa. This commercial work is crucial for us since I'm not doing water damage.
Bruce Humphrey
Member
I have a Betco Square Scrub and I love it, it's a very aggressive machine. You can dry strip with it but you will need a vac system , the dust is just like dry wall dust. The only time I dry strip with it is when it's a floor that I have already done , then I know what to expect in how many layers of wax.
The "EASIEST" way to to do VCT is charge the amount of money you want to make on the job, do not charge what the other companies are charging, getting the dollars you want will always make the job easier.
dealtimeman
Everyday is Saturday.
You need to cheats for you not compete with Paul.
You need to get help. Doing vct alone will burn you out and you will hate it for sure.
The smaller the job the more money per square foot.
You need to get help. Doing vct alone will burn you out and you will hate it for sure.
The smaller the job the more money per square foot.
Desk Jockey
Member
Square scrub works but is loud and messy.
Lockhart works but he too is loud and messy.
Lockhart works but he too is loud and messy.
dealtimeman
Everyday is Saturday.
This is why people talk so badly about you!
Desk Jockey
Member
No way!
They talk bad about me because I behave badly.
Fookum!
They talk bad about me because I behave badly.
Fookum!
Philip Hamby
Member
I used to think that VCT was to hard to make money at. Then we switched to a company called Zing they have a product called floor prep. It eliminates stripping. We loved it so much that we are now their national distributor. If your curious how to make money on VCT without all the work check it out.
Simple Floor Care
Simple Floor Care
Desk Jockey
Member
I read some of your LinkedIn articles. Interesting reading, applying the compounds replaces spray buffing.
Philip Hamby
Member
Thanks. It's an interesting process bc CPC compound helps protect the finish from getting imbedded dirt. Then the Floor Prep actually opens the pores of the wax and pulls the dirt out without losing any finish.
What products do you currently use?
What products do you currently use?
Philip Hamby
Member
Oh and I agree about the square scrub. They work but are not worth the noise or mess. If I ever have to strip again I would go back to useing an Aztec Sidewinder. It's the fastest stripper I've ever seen/used.
Desk Jockey
Member
We don't do much with floors. We have the equipment, just no desire at this point. I do appreciate those that are good at the craft though.
Philip Hamby
Member
We don't do much with floors. We have the equipment, just no desire at this point. I do appreciate those that are good at the craft though.
That's understandable. Like a few others in this thread a lot of people are fed up with floors in general. What's your main focus then? Carpets?
Desk Jockey
Member
85% Fire & Water damage restoration
Total_Rookie
Member
I'm looking into simple floor care on Google
hogjowl
Idiot™
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Philip Hamby
Member
You can find us at www.simplefloorcare.com
Philip Hamby
Member
I have a few friends in that business. Seems to be a good industry that's thriving right now. I hope your busy and stay that way!
Russ T.
Supportive Member
It looks REALLY interesting, if it does what it claims to. I go into some real VCT messes sometimes. Is it good for that?
Medical facilities are much easier for me. Maybe that's a better application?
Mikey P
Administrator
Seen that Russ?
Cleanworks
Moderator
Instead of a wet vac to remove the slurry from stripping, I use a portable to rinse using a neutral rinse and a hard surface (gecko) tool. Much better than mopping.
Russ T.
Supportive Member
Maybe so. I sold my (2) powerflite portys. They were a BEAR to wrestle with alone. Especially when you add mop buckets and 175's.
I bet it does a great job though. 2 man team?
Total_Rookie
Member
How do you get all that gunk out, the wax is messy I suppose?
