Benefits Of Washing Your House

Benefits of Washing Your House??

As the owner of a house washing and roof washing business i get asked all the time, other than the cosmetic value what are the benefits of washing my house regularly ?  The answer is always a multi prong answer, With the first point that i make that a house that is cleaned on a yearly basis will have a much better lifespan on its house's exterior material, weather its brick, weatherboard, vinyl siding or concrete render. What a lot of home owners don't know is that moss and mold damages paint and shortens its life span, Regardless what your house is made out of you are safe to say in most cases there is a paint coating on that material which will help keep it water tight and stop water absorption, and if you don't clean your house from the moss and mold the paint will wear prematurely and your exterior cladding material can and will start to absorb water and start to break down.

Another key factor why you should keep your house clean is that if your house is covered in dirt and mold than there is a chance it could be covering up a more serious issues such as termite damage, infestation of pest's, Dry root, As a professional house washing company is washing your house they should be inspecting your house to ensure it is spotless but this also gives them the opportunity to spot any structural issues or condition issues and they should notify you of any issues they see and this will give you the chance to have the fixed or get a professional in that field to do an inspection before the problem gets worst.

Another key reason and benefit of getting your houses washed on a regular basis is the fact that your house in probably your biggest asset and you want to not only keep the purchased value of that asset but you want the capital value to grow over the years and a house that has been well looked after and properly maintained will not only keep its value but grow in value. Everyone has that one house in the street that for years has looking like a bomb site, If that house come up for sale would you recommend that house to friends and family?? I think not and you want your neighbors to recommend your house to anyone and everyone if and when your houses comes up for sale.

A big reason to wash your house that a lot of people don't think about straight away is that you wash away all the spiders webs, spiders eggs and nest and the bugs they eat, By giving your house a good wash you will be able to remove all spiders webs, Once you have done this its the perfect time to ask your house wash company to do an exterior pest and spider spray so the spiders just don't return the next day to lay new webs, which they will do.

Your family's health has to be a considering factor, If you let your house washing go undone for too long, then the exposure to mildew, mold, dirt and algae can effect your family members health, The longer it sites the more potential life threatening it is for your family and more so for the younger and older members of the family. Its also a good idea not to forget to get your driveway, decks, porch, patios and roof washed regularly as well.

And what i believe is one of the most important reasons to have your house washed on a regular basis is the fact that when your house is clean you become more house proud and you tend to take care of your house, You will also sit back and smile when you look at your house and its clean and sparkles in the sun, There is nothing more satisfying when your see the fruits of your labor.

If you want a free quote to have your house washed please call Wash Rite on 0800101216 or if you wish to wash your own house and you need some advise feel free to call us as well and we will be happy to give some free advise.

WHY SHOULD I GET A MOSS & MOULD ROOF TREATMENT?

WHY SHOULD I GET A MOSS AND MOULD ROOF TREATMENT?

A common question asked is why should i get a moss & mould roof treatment on my roof? Well the answer is simple, Your house is your biggest investment and the roof covers and protects your house. So by maintaining your roof your roof will not leak, will last much much longer and your house will have a much better street appeal and will not only retain its value but will grow in value.

You may ask yourself why moss, mould, and lichen grows on your roof? Moss, Mould and Lichen will grow on your roof for a couple of main reasons. First your roof is what covers your house from rain so that means your roof is a damp locations alot of the time, Unlike the walls of the house the roof is not vertical so the slop on the roof allows the moss and mould spores to latch on before they are washed away. Something as small as a roofing nail or crack in a tile can be enough for the spores to get caught and start to grow and multiply and soon cover the entire roof.

Some people might ask is there a basic and or cheap way to stop this from happening? The simple answer is NO, you will never stop the moss, mould, and lichen spores from landing on your roof. What you can do is make the environment harder for them to grow and multiply and there is a few simple steps to take to do this.

1. Trim all tree's and bushes away from the house, Direct and consistent sunlight is a great way to stop the spores from growing, Moss, mould and lichen love damp shaded places and this is why you will see a heavier contamination on the southern side of the roof in the southern hemisphere and the northern side of the roof in the northern hemisphere.
2. Another simple idea is to keep your gutters cleaned out, if there blocked they will hold and retain water which is all the moisture needed for the spores to grow and multiply so keep them clean and free from blockages.

The best long term way to protect your roof is to get a professional company like Wash Rite to come once a year and apply a moss and mould roof treatment spray over the entire roof. What this will do is kill and the current moss and mould growing on your roof and will leave a residue layer that will keep on killing any new spores that land on the roof for up to 18 months in optimal conditions but yearly treatments is highly recommended. 

As it can take anywhere from 12 to 30 weeks post treatment for all the current moss and mould to die and fall away to leave a nice clean roof you may be in need for a faster option, So speak to your professional roof cleaning company for other options. I do know that Wash Rite does have a full roof clean option which will have your roof nice and clean that same day which is great if your putting your house on the market and are about to get the promotional pictures taken.

We also highly recommend you speak to your insurance company as its starting to become common practice in the past 3 years for insurance company's to deny policy's if your roof is not clean and maintained. The insurance company's are well aware that the roof protects the house and is an integral part of the water proofing system of a house. As you will see in the video below they are cracking down on poorly maintained roofs.                                                                                              

So don't get caught out with a dirty roof and no insurance.

A new roof in New Zealand will cost anywhere from $1500 to $35000 but a moss and mould roof treatment will cost anywhere from $180.00 to $300.00 depending on your roof size and a full roof wash starts from $450 to $650.00 .

Troy Hillard Owner of Wash Rite said call us and we will send one of our reps around to offer a free quote to remove any and all moss and mould or to treat it to stop its return.

10 Roof Maintenance Tips from Wash Rite

10 Roof Maintenance Tips from Wash Rite

10 Roof Maintenance Tips That Save Money and Unnecessary Headaches

Installing a new roof can be expensive and it’s usually a major disruption for most Homeowners. That’s why inexpensive inspections and maintenance on a regular basis make perfect sense. A well designed roof maintenance program will keep your roof functioning properly, keep your warranties intact, and ensure that you get the maximum useful life from your roof.

1. Inspect the roof on a regular basis: Inspections are designed to find minor issues before they become major issues. You should schedule inspections before or after seasonal changes and after major storms. A proper inspection will always include looking in the attic for leaks.
2. Keep your roof free and clear of debris: minor debris such as leaves, small limbs, and sticks can damage your roof, prevent proper drainage, encourage algae & moss growth, and encourage wood rot.
3. Inspect / repair seals, joints, and flashing: These are the most frequent spots for leaks and should be regularly inspected for damage. Flashing covers entry points into your roof including the vents, exhaust pipe, and chimney, and it’s often a hotspot for leaks. Look for rust, cracks, and dried out or loose sealant.
4. Repair problems quickly: Roof problems don’t go away, they just get worse with time and more expensive to fix.
5. Keep your gutters clear: Gutters are a critical, but often overlooked, part of your roofing system. They allow for the proper drainage that’s necessary for the roof to function properly. When gutters back up, serious water damage and ice damming can occur.
6. Trim trees away from the roof: Tree limbs hanging down over your roof, or even on it can be a serious hazard. Not only do they put you at risk for broken limbs falling on the roof, they can wear down and damage shingles. Tree limbs can also encourage squirrels and raccoons to gain access to your home. Keep in mind that they may be closer to your home than you think: tree limbs are often flexible and can swing several feet during a storm.
7. Look for signs of animal and insect damage: Rodents, birds, bats, and bees can cause serious damage to your roof if they decide to make it their home. Inspecting for intrusions can prevent major damage and/or infestations.
8. If you live in area that experience it, clear heavy snow in winter as quickly as possible: Heavy winter snow accumulation can cause a roof collapse. If your roof is not shedding snow quickly enough, hire a professional to remove it. In New Zealand even though in some area's we receive winter snow falls in general our roof's are not engineered to hold heavy snow falls for a long period of time.
9. Avoid harsh cleaning methods: Roofs throughout New Zealand experience discoloration due to algae growth. And while a clean roof looks MUCH better than a stained roof, harsh cleaning methods or repeated cleaning often do more harm than good. NEVER allow high-pressure to be used on your roof. Roof Cleaning should always be done by a trained professional and should always be done in conjunction with a proper roof inspection.
10. Document your repairs and maintenance: This will help you keep track of your expenses as well as provide you with the proper documentation you may need in the case of a warranty or insurance claim.

With proper maintenance, you can maximize the life of your roof while minimizing the overall cost. This will allow you to save money and avoid unexpected emergencies while keeping your home and family protected.

For best results, consider our very affordable Roof Inspection and Moss and Mould treatment program. Our employee's are trained to address all of these items and more. And we’re certified to offer the best warranties in the business.

For more information about keeping your roof looking it best contact us for a chat about your roof or to arrange a free quote.

Wash Rite

PH: 080010126

www.washrite.co.nz

WHY ITS IMPORTANT TO WASH YOUR HOUSE

The question i get asked on a daily basis is why is it important to wash my house or roof?? Well its simple your house is your biggest asset. Washing your house and roof will protect the exterior paint or roofing material from harmful moss, mould and lichen which all degrade paint and oxidizers  roofing material.
The picture below is a before and after of a house washed by Wash Rite in Hamilton New Zealand and you can easily see a massive difference in the look and paint condition. A low pressure chemical soap wash is always before for houses as high pressure is not needed and this will prevent paint stripping.

What not many home owners know that some moulds release a chemical while it grows that is corrosive, If this is not cleaned off this will damage your paint and can corrode your aluminium joinery over a period of time.

Wash Rite recommend to all its customers in both Hamilton and Wellington to have your house washed every 12 months and your roof treated for moss and mould every 18 months for the best results. For more information about house washing visit http://washrite.co.nz/services/house-wash/

Another important thing to keep in mind is the ever forgot gutters. You MUST clean your gutters every year ideally at the end of autumn as this will stop your gutters from backing up and over flowing and flooding your house. Most insurance company's will NOT pay out for this type of damage as its your failure to clean the gutters that caused the back up.
A simple gutter clean will save a major issue down the track. Wash Rite often throws in a free gutter clean to clients who book a house wash and roof treatment on the same day. Its a value added service that protects the clients house.

The final service that is a MUST to any home owner that wants to look after there largest investment is a moss and mould roof treatment. This service is a low pressure chemical treatment that kills the moss and mould and lichen on your roof, It will take about 10 to 18 weeks to see great results but it also keeps cleaning for up to 12 months which means once the moss and mould is gone you will have another 10 months of hassle free clean roofs. As the roof is the shield for the house against weather elements its important to look after your roof, and with a replacement cost of around $18000.00 a new roof is not always an option so keep it clean and save yourself a lot of money.

As you will see in the above picture one roof was treated and one was not. This picture was taken around 16 weeks after the treatment and as you can see there is a massive change, For more information on moss and mould roof treatments visit http://washrite.co.nz/services/roof-wash/

Your house is also your home so look after it and give it the maintenance it deserves and it will keep your warm and protected for many years to come, A professional house wash and roof treatment may cost you $500 per year but this is a small price to pay to protect in most cases your life savings.

If you have any questions around exterior house cleaning or roof maintenance feel free to make contact through the Wash Rite website at http://washrite.co.nz/contact-us/ and we will be happy to help.

Wash Rite New Zealand
www.washrite.co.nz
Hamilton and wellington based.

Business systems in your house wash business

Arguably the most important thing to have in place and implemented in your house wash or roof wash business is good simple systems.
Most people roll there eye's and turn off when they hear the term business system's. This is because they don't understand what business systems are and they believe they will not be able to build and implement them into there business.

Well they are easy and simple to do. first thing you need to do is to have the frame of mind that the business needs to be able to operate and also grow without you there guiding it down the path. So first thing to do is write a stand operating procedure for everything, How to wash a house, how to wash a roof, how to make house wash soap, how to pressure wash a driveway and so on, Do this for every service you do and write it in plan simple English so all your staff can read it, understand it, process it and implement it.

Once you have done that you need to make it accessible to all staff. I have mine stored on google docs app so all staff have access to it 24/7 regardless where they are.

I have they in place for operational staff out in the friend doing the house washing and moss and mould roof treatments and another set for admin staff in the office taking calls, phone sales, door to door sales and even me as the owner of Wash Rite.

With everyone in the business having there SOP (standard operation procedures) this free's me up from the day to day questions which they can answer themselves now from just reading the google docs app
Of course if there still unsure i am contactable 24/7 and when ever i am needed by my staff, I always say the only stupid question is the one you don't ask so always ask.

Once you have all these procedures done and implemented and there second nature to your employees you will find you have massive amount of time free now, You can chose to relax and cut back your working time or like me find new ways to grow your business with that time. I chose to grow my business and in turn grow my systems and grow the money i make for less and less work which will allow even more free time to devote to new growth as my staff have taken over the old methods of growth and are keeping those methods producing work and income for the business.

Now the important thing to do when you get to this level is consolidate your customers and income and start to raise your prices by 10% the first 2 years and by 5% every year after, Yes you will loose some clients by lifting your prices but you will be replacing them with higher paying clients, As Keith Kelfas from The Landscape Employee Trap puts it your growing the top while dissolving the bottom, And to be honest i could not word it better myself.

When you get to year 3 of implementing the systems you will find your business is making good money day in and day out and your client base is full of decent paying clients that has a good average income per job ratio.

Now your at the level where you have good cash flow and spare time on your hand, This is the time where i would start to look at investing some of the money your making into cash producing assets such as real estate, This way you now have two forms of income, The business on one side and your rental property or property's on the other and keep building from there.

If anyone has any questions on how i structure my house wash business Wash Rite please feel free to comment and i will reply. Don't forget to follow this blog.

Thanks
Troy
Wash Rite NZ
www.washrite.co.nz

Why should you wash your roof???

As i go around and meet clients at Wash Rite House and Roof Washing and provide them with a quote to clean and or treat there roof for moss and mould i get asked often "why should you wash you roof?"


Well it's very simple why you should wash your roof! Keeping your roof clean and free from harmful moss and mould will prolong the life of your roof. And cleaning and treating your roof is alot cheaper in both the short term and long term than replacing your roof.

All roofing manufactures in New Zealand recommend that you should clean your roof or have it treated for moss and mould at least every 2 years to keep your roof in its best shape and to prevent premature degrading and failure of your roof.

Around the world all the big insurance company's are now starting to not insure houses if the roof is not cleaned on a regular basis as they do not wish to be forced to pay out claims for roof replacements, The worlds largest insurer as well as New Zealand largest AIG have implemented this policy in the past 6 months

As we all know you do not want to be left without insurance when you really need it. At Wash Rite we always recommend that all our clients do a full roof clean every 2 years and a moss and mould roof treatment every other year. This system works very well in the New Zealand environment and the roofs look great and the clients are always happy with the outcomes we get for them. I will shop some pictures of our work below.

This is a two unit block, one owner wanted it treated for moss and mould

and the other for what ever reason did not want it or was not available to ask.

This is two small house joined with a common wall, One house hold got treated

and the other did not like any chemicals used on there property so no 

treatment was done on there half of the roof.

As you can see we at Wash Rite can get some outstanding results from our roof cleaning and treatment methods and we always recommend to keep your roof in great shape as its protecting the rest of your house which is your biggest asset you own.

If you have any question please feel free to ask, you can email me on washrite@outlook.com or visit http://washrite.co.nz/services/roof-wash/

Wash Rite Limited

0800101216

www.washrite.co.nz

WHY WASH THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR HOUSE

Why wash the exterior of my house?? At Wash Rite this is a common question we get asked on a regular basis, Mainly while completing our sales / quoting duties.

Well the answer is very simple! Your house is your largest investment and asset so you want to take care of it and keep it in the best possible condition as you can. This said your house is also the best option to increase your personal wealth as a result of capital gain and  this capital gain is only enhanced and in some cased enhanced greatly due to the house been washed and the roof cleaned so the house has the best possible visual appearance.

At Wash Rite Hamilton we offer a wide range of services all in the exterior property cleaning field and all these services are there to keep your house looking its best and to keep its value. You can find a full list of the service's Wash Rite offer at the following site http://washrite.co.nz/services/

The nest question we get asked quite often is what services should i have done first if on a tight budget?

My answer is away's the same, 1st House Wash, 2nd Roof clean or moss and mould treatment. And when i am asked why would i recommend these two services first its very simple! these two will protect the two largest and most expensive items of your house, The siding / cladding and the roof. To have to replace either or both of these due to damage from moss,mould and lichen would be very expensive. Poor maintenance to your house is very costly down the track so by getting an exterior house washer or roof washing expert like Wash Rite in could save you many thousands of dollars down the track. Plus your home will be the cleanest and best looking house on the street.

Below is a short video of insurance company's refusing to insure your home if your roof is not clean as they recognize the cost of replacement.

The second big reason why you should wash your house and have your roof cleaned professionally is when you go to sell your house a clean house looks better and will demand a higher sale price and will put more money into your back pocket. A person looking to buy a home for there family does not want to have to deal with the mess of washing a house they have just purchased, They want a home to move into and to start to enjoy straight away. A simple house wash and roof treatment yearly can keep your house looking great all year round and will mean an easier sale on auction day. Just as the Wash Rite motto "Where street appeal is everything"

Below i will show a few pictures of an old house we washed before it went on the market, The real estate agent said the wash has added $15000 to $20000 to the sale price.

If you have any questions around washing a house , roof washing or getting a house ready for sale please contact me anytime 

Below are a few links that may help you.

www.facebook.com/washritenz

http://washrite.co.nz/services/house-wash/

http://washrite.co.nz/services/roof-wash/

Hi Guys, Just want to introduce myself and my company, I am Troy Hillard one of two owners of Wash Rite in New Zealand.
We are specialist in exterior cleaning of homes and commercial building. We have both softwash and pressure washing equipment and experience so we are able to complete any job regardless of the type of surface and the size of the job.

We are contactable of 0800 101216 and or www.washrite.co.nz, email washrite@outlook.com
facebook www.facebook.com/Wash-Rite-863072057142142/

check our website and facebook out and we are looking for points to improve both so let us know what we can do better with our internet presence.

Thanks guys

Troy Hillard
Wash Rite
www.washrite.co.nz