The Pitch Witch™ is a patent pending telescopic wand attachment designed to be used in conjunction with a pressure washer to clean steep pitch roofs safely from the ground. The Pitch Witch™ attaches to the quick coupler at the end of a telescopic wand and rolls effortlessly up and down the roof surface removing those unsightly black streaks commonly caused by saprophytic fungi and other air borne contaminants.
What are these roof stains?
Saprophytic fungus arrives and collects on roofs and other exterior surfaces via airborne spores. Once attached to a shingled roof, this fungus begins to feed on the dead organic matter such as asphalt used in the manufacturing process. As the fungus begins to break down the asphalt, the ceramic granules are loosened and begin to fall off. The ceramic granules are layered on top of the roofing material in the manufacturing process to protect the roofing material from UV degradation, and once removed, the roof will begin to deteriorate prematurely. Used in combination with a quality roof cleaning chemical, The Pitch Witch™ can safely remove this deteriorating fungus and make an old roof look new again.
How will it save me money?
The Pitch Witch™ is fun to operate and delivers excellent results. Best part is you won't have to rent those expensive lifts or have to repel down your customers roof with those unsafe ropes and harnesses. Get the edge on your competition by lowering your costs and completing the job safer. These cost savings will be passed on to the customer resulting in increased sales and job referrals.
How does it work?
The Pitch Witch™ is a low pressure device whose nozzles are matched with your pressure washers gpm rating to reduce your machine psi. For best results, apply a good quality cleaning chemical first using a chemical injector nozzle. Then, after sufficient dwell time (see manufacturer label for recommendation), attach the Pitch Witch™ to a telescopic wand and roll it up and down the roof surface. The wheels will gauge the distance between the nozzles and roof surface to obtain optimal cleaning efficiency. For a quality roof cleaning chemical, ask about our all new Renew™ advanced roof and deck cleaning formula. Renew has been specially formulated to clean asphalt, cedar and fiberglass shingles. It also works great on decks, wood fencing, docks, concrete and more. Renew™ features an added level of surfactant to aid it in clinging to steep pitched roofs and vertical deck surfaces.
Pitch Witch™ Features
- A full one year warranty
- Aluminum spray bar with stainless steel bushings to facilitate multiple nozzle and filter changes.
- 1/8 meg stainless steel nozzles
- Quick connect high pressure filter which eliminates clogged nozzles
- Slotted aluminum wheel brackets for precision height adjustment.
- Chemical resistant polyolefin wheels with oilite bearings mounted on stainless steel axles.
- Designed so wheels set inside and behind the spray pattern to enable the user to clean up to the ridge cap and along adjacent walls and roof edge.
- All stainless steel and aluminum construction.
- Light weight, PW160 weighs less than 5 pounds!
Use your Pitch Witch from the ground or from the roof...
Use your Pitch Witch™ safely from the ground. The PW160 is shown here with the 36 ft. PowerWand from Coress Solutions.
Attach your Pitch Witch™ to the Walkin Stick and do "walkable" roofs quickly and efficiently. The Pitch Witch™ will cut your cleaning time in half on "walkable" roofs as compared to using just a conventional wand alone. Shown here with the Walkin Stick. The Walkin Stick consists of an open gun, 36" molded grip lance, 90 degree street elbow, complete with QC's. The open gun eliminates the tiresome need to hold the trigger open on a trigger gun and the flow can be controlled by installing a QC high pressure ball valve between the hose and gun.
Use your Pitch Witch™ from the ridge with 1 or 2 sections of the PowerWand without the gun section and with the Ridge Rider Adapter. The Ridge Rider Adapter routes the internal hose to the outside of the PowerWand sections and can be easily coiled around the outside of the wand so as you pull the Pitch Witch™ up to you on the ridge, you don't have the weight of the hose going up past you off setting the weight of the Pitch Witch™. When using the Pitch Witch™ in this type of application we extremely stress the importance of wearing fall protection equipment and this should not be attempted by inexperienced roof cleaning contractors. In the picture we are using the protection of a body harness with two life lines, one off each side of the roof and anchored securely. This should only be used when the roof is not reachable from the ground or we're there is limited access to the roof from the ground due to obstacles such as in-ground pools, adjacent buildings, etc.
The Pitch Witch™ is available in four sizes. Model PW120 has 3 nozzles, a spray width of 12 to 14 inches and requires a minimum of @2 gpm. Model PW160 has 4 nozzles, a spray width of 16 to 18 inches and requires a minimum of @3 gpm. Model PW200 has 5 nozzles, a spray width of 20 to 22 inches and requires a minimum of @ 4 gpm. Model PW240 has 6 nozzles, a spray width of 24 to 26 inches and requires a minimum of @5 gpm. If your equipment has a pressure actuated un-loader valve, you may notice an initial burst of pressure that can propel the unit upwards from the surface if not prepared for in advance. This effect is somewhat minimized if the extension wand is fully extended and at an angle of less than 45 degrees, thus the weight of the wand will counter this effect. This effect can be eliminated by simply installing a ball valve between your hose and extension wand then gradually opening the valve with the trigger gun open. This will gradually release the trapped pressure between the un-loader valve and gun. For information ask your sales representative when placing your order.
Disclaimer
The Pitch Witch™ is designed to be used from ground level or while positioned safely on the roofs surface with fall protection equipment in use. The Pitch Witch™ should never be used while on a ladder, aerial platform, or while the user is otherwise suspended above ground level. Before using on a roof it is best to practice in and open safe area to familiarize yourself with the Pitch Witch™. The Pitch Witch™ is a trade mark of Ace Cleaning inc. Ace Cleaning Inc. is the sole manufacturer of the Pitch Witch™ and will vigorously protect it’s intellectual property by prohibiting the unauthorized use or reproduction without It's expressed written consent. Ace Cleaning Inc. is not responsible for damages or personal injuries resulting in the use or misuse of the Pitch Witch™ roof cleaning attachment. Individual results may vary and are dependant on the user's knowledge and experience. Renew™ can cause severe burns to eyes and skin very rapidly in concentrated form. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear protective equipment such as goggles (face shield), neoprene gloves, and rubber aprons when mixing and applying this product. Surfaces may become slippery after chemical solution is applied. Be careful when walking on wet surface. As with any chemical, KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Renew™ is a trademark of Ace Cleaning Inc.
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