From the Truck
The blog
Straight answers about exterior cleaning, written for Southeast Missouri conditions. No fluff, no scare tactics, no pressure — except the kind on the truck.
Trailer washout and biosecurity between loads
Why livestock trailer washout is clean first then disinfect, why contact time is the step people skip, and how mobile washing works at the yard.
Read post →Why washing the combine before storage pays for itself
Crop residue holds moisture against steel all winter. Why a post-harvest wash before storage protects paint, bearings and resale value.
Read post →Hot water vs. cold water: when it genuinely matters
Hot water speeds up grease removal and does nothing for algae. What heat changes, what it costs, and when cold plus chemistry matches it.
Read post →Wash water, storm drains and what the rules actually say
Storm drains reach waterways untreated, so commercial wash water has to be contained. The framework, the containment methods and what to ask.
Read post →How often commercial exteriors should be cleaned
How often commercial exteriors need cleaning: entries, drive-thru lanes, patios, awnings and car parks each run on their own interval.
Read post →The dumpster pad is what fails your inspection
The dumpster pad is the surface inspectors flag most. Why grease builds up, what a proper clean involves, and how often it needs doing.
Read post →Five reasons deck stain fails in the first year
Deck stain that peels or wears through in a year was failed during prep. The five causes, how to read the failure pattern, and how to avoid it.
Read post →Clear, semi-transparent or solid: choosing a deck finish
Clear, semi-transparent or solid deck stain: how pigment, UV protection and failure mode decide which finish suits your deck and your patience.
Read post →Can this deck be saved, or is it time to replace it?
Grey and grimy is cosmetic, soft and wobbly is structural. How to test a tired deck yourself and decide between cleaning, board repairs or replacement.
Read post →When to stain a deck in Missouri
Late spring or early autumn, onto clean wood, after at least forty-eight dry hours. How to time a deck stain in Missouri so the finish actually lasts.
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