Window Cleaning problems on the south coast with water shortages

Window cleaners have been discussing hose pipe bans in the south of England which could come into force this summer due to very little rain fall lately. They are worried that the only water supply could come from a central stand pipe in the street, which would mean obviously water purification with their reverse osmosis systems would be impossible.

It is not all doom and gloom, they have long poles and could make good use of them. For around three or four years before I personally got into water fed poles I used the same poles I use now for window cleaning with pure water, to clean windows up to 3 storeys with an applicator and squeegee on the top of the pole.

It takes some practice and patience, but very good results can be achieved with this method. I am sure customers would understand if the windows were not perfect for a couple of weeks while they perfected their techniques with a squeegee on the pole, especially when they realise the normal amounts of water usage in these circumstances would be impossible.

If you live on the south coast of England why not try a squeegee on top of you pole and get some practice in now, and in the event of a hosepipe ban you will be prepared.

Peter Fogwill
www.window-tools.com