Metal Roof Restoration - Certified SoftWash Roof Cleaning

Brandon Vaughn · SoftWash Systems Pro Staff

Metal Roof Restoration

Doug G · Junior Member

That's a major difference....great job on the up-sell!

What was the "other product"?

Brandon Vaughn · SoftWash Systems Pro Staff

Doug Trins wrote:
That's a major difference....great job on the up-sell!

What was the "other product"?

It's a 2-step truck wash acid based product. I diluted it down about 100 to 1 and let it dwell for about 5 min.

Landa makes it, it's called Supernova.

Zach Maynard · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

Don't you just love when things work out like that.

Brandon Vaughn · SoftWash Systems Pro Staff

Amen brother. I seriously dodged a bullet. The learning lesson on this one was not as painful as it could've been... Grateful to have awesome customers!

John Aloisio · SoftWash Systems 5-Star Professional

That probably cleans up gutters really nice as well. I have heard some guys use Panel Brite, that Russ sells as well. It is a truck wash.

Danny Cronauer · SoftWash Systems Certified

Looks great, I thought you painted it a different color! How long will that restoration last?

Edward Yackenovich · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

hi Brandon, question i thought the go to cleaner for metal roofs was bleach wash. which is suppose to have a waxing property in it when rinsed off..? is this the stuff you are using..?

Landa Super Nova

Highly concentrated, non-fuming, acid detergent with extra wetting agents for the absolute toughest of cleaning jobs, such as road film. Cleans and restores oxidized aluminum. Removes carbon, grease, oils, and diesel smoke. Does NOT use hydrofluoric acid.

-- Edited by Edward Yackenovich on Sunday 9th of March 2014 03:51:28 PM

Brandon Vaughn · SoftWash Systems Pro Staff

Edward Yackenovich wrote:
hi Brandon, question i thought the go to cleaner for metal roofs was bleach wash. which is suppose to have a waxing property in it when rinsed off..? is this the stuff you are using..?
Landa Super Nova
Highly concentrated, non-fuming, acid detergent with extra wetting agents for the absolute toughest of cleaning jobs, such as road film. Cleans and restores oxidized aluminum. Removes carbon, grease, oils, and diesel smoke. Does NOT use hydrofluoric acid.

-- Edited by Edward Yackenovich on Sunday 9th of March 2014 03:51:28 PM

Yes that is the same stuff.

Bleach wash is to be used after cleaning metal roofs with SH. It neutralizes the bleach and provides a buffering agent.

I will be cleaning the roof with CH, then rinsing. Then applying Landa Supernova, then rinsing. Then applying Bleach Wash as a final coat to get the buffering agent, then final rinse.

Final job price is around $3500.

@John - I've never tried it on gutters - I'll have to give it a shot...

Edward Yackenovich · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

thanks for clearing that up Brandon...

Brandon Vaughn · SoftWash Systems Pro Staff

Have some new results on the metal roof restoration. It is taking a bit more elbow grease than I expected, but the customer is THRILLED.

I sprayed the Super Nova on the surface, let it dwell for about 5 minutes, then scrubbed with a truck brush and the oxidation came right off. You have to be thorough with the brushing though. Miss a spot and you can see it when it dries.

I'll be putting together a video on this one. 1 last day and we'll be all finished.

John Smith · Lead Tech Certified

That looks brand new, good job

Chris Wegner · Junior Member

Brandon....roof looks great! Cant wait to see the video... Was wondering what the square footage was on that roof for the price you charged and how many days did it take you to finish the job? I have a lot of green metal roofs that look like that and customers want it to look new again im just not sure they are willing to pay that price in my area.

Kristofer

Bob Riddick · SoftWash Systems 5-Star Professional

What an awesome job, Brandon!

Doug G · Junior Member

That's a major difference....one to be proud of for sure!

Jim Prom · SoftWash Systems Authorized Professional

Looks as good as new, great job! Looking forward to the video.

Brandon Vaughn · SoftWash Systems Pro Staff

Kristofer Wegner wrote:
Brandon....roof looks great! Cant wait to see the video... Was wondering what the square footage was on that roof for the price you charged and how many days did it take you to finish the job? I have a lot of green metal roofs that look like that and customers want it to look new again im just not sure they are willing to pay that price in my area.

Kristofer

I charged about .40 per sq. ft. Gutter cleaning is a requirement when doing this. You have to clean out the gutters to let these chems drain out. It takes about 3 times longer than a traditional cleaning.

Honestly, if I were to do it again, I would charge .50+ per sq. ft. The result was phenomenal and the work was tough.

Chris Wegner · Junior Member

Brandon Vaughn wrote:
Kristofer Wegner wrote:
Brandon....roof looks great! Cant wait to see the video... Was wondering what the square footage was on that roof for the price you charged and how many days did it take you to finish the job? I have a lot of green metal roofs that look like that and customers want it to look new again im just not sure they are willing to pay that price in my area.

Kristofer
I charged about .40 per sq. ft. Gutter cleaning is a requirement when doing this. You have to clean out the gutters to let these chems drain out. It takes about 3 times longer than a traditional cleaning.
Honestly, if I were to do it again, I would charge .50+ per sq. ft. The result was phenomenal and the work was tough.

thanks for the info Brandon

Jesse Bracken · Junior Member

Brandon that is some good info. Great job can't wait to see the video

Nigel James · Sophmore Member

Great job Brandon, roof looks new again. I'm having that same issue here in S.t.lucia.90% of roof out here are metal roofs and look similar to this one. where can I get the supernova and have it ship to don where . May look into restoring of metal roof.

Also what would be the general coverage of a 100 gallon softwash mix,trying to to get a sq.ft of roof cleaning.i know it sometimes depend to the type of roof but just trying to get a basic idea.

Thanks,Nigel

Sunny in St.lucia smile

Brandon Vaughn · SoftWash Systems Pro Staff

Nigel,

I'd try to contact your closest Landa pressure washer dealership to see if they stock the chems and how much to ship it over it to you. It costs me $90 for 5 gallons and is diluted about 8:1.

Nigel James · Sophmore Member

Brandon,thanks for the info.

Chad Peal · SoftWash Systems Authorized Professional

Real results! Looks great