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chad23 
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 Topic: Need a good "green" cleanerPosted: 30/December/2009 at 7:28pm |
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I am in the process of business start-up and would like your experiences with various green chemicals. I have been looking into Code Green, Trashed Green, and Procyon. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciatted. I'm sure there is many of you out there that say that there is no "green" chem out there that will work as good as the next stuff, but I know its out there! I will build my reputation around customer service and being eco-friendly, so this is very important to me. Thanks!
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cmaster
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Posted: 30/December/2009 at 8:40pm |
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Chemspec DFC 210
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chad23
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Posted: 30/December/2009 at 10:00pm |
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Thanks cmaster! do you use it for both a prespray and as a cleaning agent?
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Posted: 31/December/2009 at 12:01am |
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its funny, I was just going to say there is no green cleaner out there. But like I said in my other post, ive never had a single person ask for it, and the cleaner I use as a presprays health warning label says the cleaner is a 0-1 out of 5. I think thats in line with windex. Ive been asked many times by someone smoking if my cleaner is safe, and I just want to call them stupid.
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I dont predict the future or sell glides, am I allowed on this site?
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cmaster
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Posted: 31/December/2009 at 12:31am |
You can use it for both. Its a good cleaner but I wouldn't recommend it for rat nasties
 I don't use it on a regular basis cuz I'm not into "green" cleaning, but it would be the one I would reach for if a customer requested the "green" stuff
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Posted: 31/December/2009 at 1:02am |
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You could also try Axiom by prochem. They have the prespray and the rinse. Works good for me if you're interested in green cleaning.
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happy cleaning
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chad23
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Posted: 31/December/2009 at 12:44pm |
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Thanks for your opinions guys! I am sure there isnt more than 50% of the people in my area that would require the green cleaning, but I'm sure many of those people would love the feeling of knowing they are being eco-friendly and are also using something that is guarenteed safe for there families or businesses. I would be the only business within my county that exclusively offers a "green cleaning", so I figure, why not give it a shot. I am maintaining my current full-time job (night shift), so I think I will have the opportunity to be experimental while starting up.
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cleanex
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Posted: 31/December/2009 at 3:41pm |
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The "green clean approach" is an excellant way to start and market your company. A lot of the older companies refuse or are ignorant of the fact the Green Cleaning is for real. a couple years ago we seldom heard anything from our clients about green cleaning, but recently we are asked on a regular basis. We offer green cleaning [ Chemspec"s detergent free products] and just recently picked up a very large commercial account simply because we where the only one to say it would be cleaned using green products.
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Michael
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Posted: 31/December/2009 at 4:21pm |
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I'll second what cleanex said, chad. Being green is a great way to distinguish yourself and target a market. We also use the DFC line of products and have used many others in the past. They all work. It's just a question of what you prefer to use, and DFC is a very effective no fuss solution. Also remember: it's not just about being "eco-friendly" but also indoor air quality (IAQ). My customers are way more interested in how the chemicals will effect them than the environment.
Procyon works very well, but it can be hard on your equipment. The trucks on our RX-20 head had been disintegrating. One of our suppliers seems pretty sure that it was the Procyon--since discontinuing use, the process seems to have slowed. He doesn't carry Procyon even though he's authorized, and that's why. Just passing along his two cents.
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chad23
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Thanks for the advice guys! Its good to see I have some other "Green" Supporters out there! Dont get me wrong, I'm no tree hugger, but if I can run a business that turns a nice profit, and in return know I am providing something that is safe and helps the enviroment...Im all for it!
I posted a message on my facebook today and got a few responses....
Chad Ginther QUESTION FOR EVERYONE WHO HAS A HOUSE OR APPT.... Would you hire a "eco-friendly" carpet cleaning company to clean your carpets over other pros such as Stanley Steamer if they offered the same services, but only cleaned with eco-friendly (children and pet-friendly) chemicals??? Please tell me what you think...Thanks a ton!< id=commentable_item_230239267_258948745438 ="commentable_item one_row_add_ autoexpand_mode comment__258948745438" =";var d = .Element;return d. && d.;" method=post name=add_comment =/ajax/ufi/modify.php ajaxify="1">< value=€,´,€,´,水,Д,Є = name=_test>< value=3xEHl = name=fb_dtsg>< id=feedback_s value='"actor":"170901491","target_fbid":"258948745438","target_pro_id":"170901491","_id":"22","source":"0","assoc_obj_id":"","source_app_id":"","extra_story_s":,"check_hash":"bb0ee3c2c5cd5b98"' = name=feedback_s autocomplete="off">< id=post__id value=e68a2b4207bdfb6310cd1ce34167f22f = name=post__id autocomplete="off">5 hours ago Only Friends · ·< ="like_ stat_elem as_" title="Click here to like item" ="fc_expand, false; return true;" name=like =submit>LikeUnlike ·Chelsea
We rented a rug doctor for like $200 less and it did just as good of a job, and I'm sure they have a "green" product you can use. 4 hours ago · Chad
Thanks! I'm in the process of starting up a carpet/floor cleaning business and would like to go completely "green" (hence my profile pic) :) Just wanting peoples thoughts! Thanks!! 3 hours ago · Katie
We desperately need our carpets cleaned so if you would like to come practice on our carpets for free, I will let you :) 3 hours ago · Kate
Absolutely, the carpet in my place needs a good cleaning and I would MUCH rather hiring a company that is eco-friendly as long as it wasn't too much more than the regular guys! 3 hours ago · Chelsea
Well in that case Chaddy, sorry! Of course I'd prefer a company that uses all green products. My first response was so inconsiderate now that I know the rest of the story! 2 hours ago · Tonya
Yes I would for sure Chad, but I am very picky on what is considered eco friendly. Many products out there say that they are green, but actually only 5% truly are. They only need to be 10% eco friendly to be called green. So be careful and do your research. Look into Shaklee products because that is what I clean my carpets with now and it even ... See Moregot out red martini stains:-) Let me know if you are interested and I could get you some information on what they use and recommend for cleaning carpets! Good Luck! 2 hours ago · |
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chad23
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Posted: 03/January/2010 at 2:16am |
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Notice all but one of the comments so far have been women... If you ask me that is the target market correct?
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Ken_Is_OK
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Posted: 09/January/2010 at 9:35pm |
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I use green chems for MY HEALTH not my customers health. I'm exposed to it every day or every few days, while they are exposed to it 2-3 times a year.
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chad23
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If you don't might sharing what you use I would appreciatte it, Im trying to get as much advice on various chems out there. Thanks!
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Posted: 10/January/2010 at 6:45am |
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Hello Chad. I work in a 125 bed Long Term Care facility. Green is THE way to go. I have had GREAT success with Benefect's Carpet Care product(available at KleenKuip). It can be used for all your needs...prespray, HWE, low moisture bonnet or padding etc. We have alot of staff and residents here that are extremely chemically sensitive, and I can use this product with ZERO complaints. Another very good product that I have used is EcoMist which is available through Home Depot in professional strength! Check them out at www.ecomistsolutions.com. Hope this helps you and, Good Luck!!
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