Job Took 2 Hours To Clean The Tile And Carpet Cleaning

Summary

In this video, the narrator discusses a carpet and tile cleaning job for a returning customer who rents out their house. The process involves pre-spray agitation, edge cleaning, and thorough scrubbing, with attention to detail in corners and high-traffic areas. The narrator emphasizes the importance of not rushing and staying hydrated during the job. They also mention using specific cleaning solutions and equipment, including a battery-operated machine for quiet operation. The video concludes with the narrator sharing their experience and offering advice for those in or starting a carpet cleaning business, highlighting the value of learning from others.

Takeaways

• 🏠 The job involves cleaning and restoring a rented house, including tile and carpet cleaning.
• 🕒 The estimated time for the job is about three hours, emphasizing the importance of taking time to do a thorough job.
• 💧 The cleaner mentions the need to stay hydrated during the job, highlighting the physical demands of the work.
• 🛠 The process includes pre-spray agitation, using a spinner to clean edges, and a brush for the middle areas.
• 🧼 The script mentions the use of high pH cleaning solutions for certain situations, indicating the importance of using the right product for the task.
• 🔋 A battery-operated machine is used for tile cleaning, which is appreciated for its quiet operation and cordless convenience.
• 🛁 The bathroom is cleaned first to avoid walking over freshly cleaned areas with dirty shoes.
• 🌀 Fans are used immediately after cleaning to speed up the drying process.
• 🧹 The carpet is cleaned last to prevent re-soiling from foot traffic during the tile cleaning process.
• 📚 The cleaner offers a course for those interested in starting or improving their carpet cleaning business, emphasizing continuous learning and improvement.
• 🎥 The video script is part of a series aimed at educating and providing tips for carpet and tile cleaners, showcasing the value of sharing knowledge within the industry.

Q & A

What is the primary task described in the transcript?

The primary task is cleaning a rented house, including approximately 700 square feet of tile and carpet, as the owner regularly hires the service.

Why does the owner keep hiring the service provider?

The owner appreciates the quality of work provided and continues to hire them for the job.

What is the estimated time for completing the cleaning task?

The task is expected to take about three hours.

Why does the service provider mention the need to slow down?

The service provider mentions the need to slow down to avoid rushing and to ensure proper hydration and attention to detail during the cleaning process.

What is the reason for not sealing the tile and grout in this job?

The customer opted out of sealing the tile and grout, so the service provider will only clean the surfaces.

What cleaning solutions are mentioned for the tile and carpet?

Pre-mixed solutions for the tile and carpet cleaning solutions from a brand called 'Carpet Details' are used.

Why is the battery-operated machine preferred for cleaning?

The battery-operated machine is preferred because it is quiet, eliminating the noise of cords, and is effective for cleaning around toilets and under toe kicks.

What is the cleaning process described for the tile?

The process includes pre-spray, agitation around the edges with a spinner, and then scrubbing the middle with a brush to ensure all areas are cleaned.

What is the order of cleaning tasks in the house?

The order starts with tile cleaning, followed by bathroom cleaning, and ends with carpet cleaning to avoid walking over cleaned areas.

What is the purpose of using fans after cleaning?

Fans are used to speed up the drying process after cleaning to ensure the tile and grout still look good.

What advice does the service provider give to those interested in carpet cleaning business?

The service provider suggests that watching videos, learning from others, and possibly buying courses can help improve one's methods and solutions in the carpet cleaning business.

Outlines

00:00

🛠️ Tile and Carpet Cleaning Service Overview

The video script introduces a professional cleaning service focusing on tile and carpet in a rented house. The customer, who is the owner, frequently hires the service due to satisfaction with their work. The task involves cleaning approximately 700 square feet of tile and carpets, a job expected to take around three hours. The cleaner emphasizes the importance of pacing oneself to avoid dehydration and the need to ensure quality over speed. The process includes pre-spray agitation, edge cleaning with a spinner, and using a battery-operated machine for quiet and cordless operation. The script also mentions the decision not to seal the grout, opting only for cleaning, and the intention to clean the carpet last to avoid re-soiling areas already cleaned.

05:38

💧 Post-Cleaning Reflections and Business Advice

After completing the tile cleaning, the script transitions to preparing and using a carpet cleaning solution for the next phase of the job. The cleaner discusses the use of specific cleaning solutions for both tile and carpet, and then shares insights about the carpet cleaning business. They mention an online course they offer for those looking to start or improve in the carpet cleaning industry, highlighting the value of learning from others and adapting to new methods. The cleaner also reflects on the time taken to complete the job, which was two hours, and attributes the efficiency to their professional process, tools, and chemistry. The script concludes with an invitation for viewers to like, subscribe, and comment for more content, especially for those interested in carpet cleaning tips and business insights.

Keywords

💡Tile Cleaning

Tile cleaning is the process of removing dirt, stains, and grime from tiled surfaces, typically found in kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas of a home. In the video, the primary task is to clean approximately 700 square feet of tile, which is a significant part of the job. The script mentions the use of specific cleaning solutions and agitation techniques to ensure thorough cleaning.

💡Carpet Cleaning

Carpet cleaning involves the removal of dirt, stains, and allergens from carpets to improve their appearance and extend their lifespan. Although the video focuses on tile cleaning, the narrator mentions that most carpet cleaners also clean tiles, and they use the same equipment and solutions for both tasks, as evidenced by the transition from tile to carpet cleaning in the script.

💡Agitation

Agitation in the context of cleaning refers to the act of physically working the cleaning solution into the surface being cleaned to loosen and remove dirt. The script mentions using a brush for agitation and emphasizes the importance of reaching corners and edges to prevent lines from forming after cleaning.

💡Pre-spray

A pre-spray is a cleaning solution applied before the main cleaning process to break down dirt and stains. In the video, the narrator mentions pre-spray as the initial step in the cleaning process, which is essential for effective tile and carpet cleaning.

💡Chemistry

In the context of cleaning, chemistry refers to the science of formulas and substances used to break down and remove dirt and stains. The script mentions the importance of having good chemistry for the cleaning process, indicating that the effectiveness of the cleaning depends on the quality of the cleaning solutions used.

💡Dehydration

Dehydration in the script refers to the physical state of the cleaner forgetting to drink water during the job, which can lead to fatigue and decreased performance. It serves as a reminder of the importance of self-care during physically demanding tasks.

💡Fans

Fans are used in the cleaning process to speed up the drying time of cleaned surfaces. The script mentions setting up fans immediately after cleaning to ensure that the tile and grout dry properly and to prevent any potential damage or lingering odors.

💡Course

The term 'course' in the script refers to a training program or set of instructional materials that the narrator offers to help others learn about carpet and tile cleaning. It is mentioned as a way for viewers to improve their cleaning skills and business acumen.

💡Battery Operated Machine

A battery-operated machine is a device that runs on rechargeable batteries rather than being plugged into an electrical outlet. The script highlights the advantages of using such a machine for cleaning, such as being quiet and cordless, which allows for greater flexibility and ease of use.

💡pH

pH is a measure of how acidic or basic a substance is. In cleaning, different pH levels are used for various types of stains and surfaces. The script mentions using a lower pH solution for light cleaning situations, indicating the importance of selecting the appropriate cleaning solution based on the task at hand.

💡YT (YouTube)

YT is an abbreviation for YouTube, a video-sharing platform. The script mentions YouTube as the medium through which the narrator shares their cleaning tips and methods, and also where they receive feedback and engagement from their audience.

Highlights

The owner of the house frequently hires the service for cleaning different areas of the house.

The job involves cleaning approximately 700 square feet of tile and carpet.

The team aims to complete the job in about three hours, emphasizing the importance of not rushing.

The customer opted out of sealing the tile, so the focus is on cleaning only.

The cleaning process includes pre-spray agitation and using a spinner to clean edges to avoid lines.

A high-pressure cleaning solution is used, but sometimes a lower pH solution with less scrubbing is sufficient.

The bathroom is scrubbed first before moving on to other areas to prevent tracking dirt.

A battery-operated machine is used for scrubbing, appreciated for its quiet operation and lack of cords.

The tile cleaning is done first, followed by carpet cleaning to avoid walking on wet areas.

Different cleaning solutions are used for tile and carpet, with specific products mentioned.

The presenter offers a course for those interested in starting or improving their carpet cleaning business.

Older professionals in the industry have found value in the presenter's modern methods and solutions.

The cleaning process is efficient, taking only 2 hours, attributed to good tools, chemistry, and teamwork.

The presenter emphasizes the importance of hydration during the job and taking breaks.

Fans are used immediately after cleaning to speed up the drying process.

A final check is done after cleaning to ensure the tile and grout still look good.

The carpet cleaning solution is mixed in large quantities for efficiency.

The presenter encourages viewers to like, subscribe, and comment for more content on carpet cleaning.

Transcripts

all righty so first job of the day

actually only job of the day um or back

here again customer used us is the owner

of this house is rent this house out

different people and every time she

hires us every time so we're going to be

doing all the

tile um about 700 ft and all the

car right loves our

work and keeps us so this job will

probably take us about three

hours taking our time you know I got to

I got to stop myself from rushing all

the

time I'm like a

machine I'm not trying to be like um all

talking myself up I'm just saying

sometimes I need to slow it down cuz I

just like get in the mode and I forgot

to I get to drink water you know get all

dehydrated you know bring this got sto

me and said drink this water so anyway

but we're not sealing it uh they opt out

of sealing it so we're just going to

clean it clean the carpet and you know

do our thing we got the Vier out this is

going to be doing our

agitation got the pre- pre mixed up for

the tile then I'll go ahead and mix up

some more once we do the carpet what

we're going to do is do the carpet

last um because we're going to to do the

bathrooms and stuff and just walking

over and stuff we'll get the fans on

here right away and and then I'll go

back over our traffic area here um after

we we cleaned everything just to make

sure the tile still looks good or the

grout still looks good all right so um

yeah stay

tuned so what we do is I pre- spray and

then I go around all the edges with this

you

know get this when you clean with a

spinner

um if you don't agitate them Corners

it'll leave it align so you agitate it

it'll rinse it rinse it out no problem

you don't have to go back so I do that

in every room and then she goes around

the

middle the brush right here scrubs

everything you know

um you know there's some high

pit cleaning solutions with this hey

that you don't need to

scrub but maybe on light situations you

don't need

to you skck with the lower pH and just

do a little little bit SC work

all right so we already scrub the

bathroom got a prep I'm goe and pull

hoses

start cleaning the bathrooms and then

right time have all this

scrub that's a battery operated machine

there that's why is so quiet all you can

hear is the

brushes and it's nice having no cords

so all

right must have if you want to really

start doing a lot of tole cleaning you

know around toilets under toe kicks

um great great great product

there I know this is a carpet cleaning

video or carpet cleaning Channel and um

I'm doing tile cleaning right now but

you know most carpet cleaners do tile

cleaning so that's why I show tile

cleaning also

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all right done with the tile go ahead

and mix up some carpet cleaning

solution you know switch over to the

carpet wand and uh mix it up probably

about 2 and 1 half

gallons enough for this job

using carpet details for carpet cleaning

solution and the tile cleaning solution

by the way I don't know if I said

that um so anyway guys if you're looking

to start a carpet cleaning business or

you're already in the business just just

looking to uh step up to your game um a

little bit you know as far as you know

only reason why I'm saying that guys is

I've talked to guys and I've actually

had guys buy my course yet you know they

they're old school they've been doing it

pro probably 30 40 years but they were

just stuck in their ways and they got on

YouTube and started watching my videos

and you know was just real impressed

about my methods and solutions and stuff

and you know went ahead and you know

even you know bought my course and and

got a lot out of it you know and I

talked to these guys on a regular and um

they educate me on a lot of stuff I

don't know too so which is cool but that

support also is goes a long ways and you

know people always tell me how much they

appreciate the content I put on

YouTube and um yeah and I put a lot

right but I don't put everything I can't

put everything there's a lot more than

just cleaning carpets and running a

carpet cleaning business that's why I

sell a course

[Music]

all right all finished

up uh let's see

not too bad still drying so it's got a

lot of it's not going to be fully dried

till tomorrow but looks a lot

better um yeah it's still

wet carpet look

great go ahead and give the uh customers

a call and and let them come check it

out and past let me see what time it is

real Qui so as far as the a time it took

us to clean it it actually took us 2

hours sometimes I feel guilty but if our

Pro process wasn't so good our tools and

chemistry wasn't so good it it would

took us a lot longer and if I was

working by myself it would have took me

a little longer too so um yeah that's it

like subscribe comment if you want to

see some more of this this type of stuff

if you if you like Flo cleaning stuff

starting the you're starting the carpet

cleaning business wanting to or in it

and just like watching it picking up

tips because I watch other people stuff

I get tips all the time from watching

other people so all right see you in the

next one