I have not been to any training classes because for a new business they are just too expensive for me, especially if it involves travel. I have bought a few manuals and DVD's from different sources and although they do contain some good information overall I have been disappointed with them. That is another reason I am reluctant to spend even more money on the class.
I don't need to spend my money to see footage of someone running a flat surface cleaner for 25 minutes. Show me a sidewalk covered in gum and then clean it. Tell me the temp you used, what chems if any, why you chose those chems, did you hit the gum spots with a turbo tip first, did you pre treat them with anything, are there situations to avoid that like new concrete. Clean a drive through and give me tips on removing oil spots, grease, etc and how I can do it quickly so I can move on to the next job. Show an area being cleaned with a 5 GPM machine and then an 8 GPM machine. Explain the pros and cons of both systems so companies can make smart choices on equipment selection.
Most of what little knowledge I have gained over the last 10 months has come through talking with suppliers and other power washers through boards like this. I think there is a great opportunity out there for someone to make some money on training if they offer a really good, comprehensive, real world training DVD.
Has anyone here been to any classes? What were your opinions of them. I would like some reassurance that my money wouldn't be wasted if I signed up for some.
