SC on commercial metal roof?

[Andy Hinson]

I'm curious to know if anyone has ever used a SC to clean large metal roofs ?

In an attempt to get a PM's business I agreed to clean a single story bright metal roof. I had never cleaned a metal roof and I failed to nooooootice it was partially under a pecan tree. I tryed various chems but could not cut the funk. Walking top center of roof using pressure was the only way. Had to lower scrubber down to edge and back up. Cleaned the only visable side.
Went to owner. Told him the visable side looks great. There would be no charge. I no longer clean metal roofs!

 

[Ron Musgraves]

In an attempt to get a PM's business I agreed to clean a single story bright metal roof. I had never cleaned a metal roof and I failed to nooooootice it was partially under a pecan tree. I tryed various chems but could not cut the funk. Walking top center of roof using pressure was the only way. Had to lower scrubber down to edge and back up. Cleaned the only visable side.
Went to owner. Told him the visable side looks great. There would be no charge. I no longer clean metal roofs!

I've done that before

 

[Rance]

Rance, you figured out a way to get it clean. And that's great. But at the same time we have to realize that are certain things we all will try and do on our own that we should never recommend anyone else doing. I would never suggest to anyone trying what you did, BUT, would I try it myself to get the job done....I don't know. I'd have to be in the situation/on the job you are on to make that decision.

Good Job and JUST BE CAREFUL OUT THERE.

Doug for the record I do not recommend anyone doing this type of procedure unless they have the proper safety equipment and PPE. Each job we all go to has it's own set of hazards. No two jobs are alike. I hope everyone knows this. My background in the construction industry provided me with countless hours of safety training and I have been trained to identify, analyze and then write and implement safety procedures on COE jobs. The video is a tool for others to use for idea's in their own situations. I would hope that it is common knowledge that metal roofs are very slippery when wet and should never be walked on. I just want everyone to know that I'm not doing this particular job without fall protection or acting unsafe in any manner. SAFETY FIRST should be everyone's motto.