Before starting your next job, make sure you have the right tools and equipment. The following list includes both the basic items and some long-term investments that will make time on the job more efficient.

Supplies for Estimating

• Tape measure
• Clipboard

Supplies for Cleaning/Finish Removal

• Cleaners/stain removers
• Drop clothes
• Rags
• Masking tape
• Broom to sweep loose debris
• Leaf blower
• Long nap roller (application of cleaner)
• Squeegee
• Small stiff bristle brush (for testing stain removal)
• Rubber gloves
• Garden type sprayer
• Safety goggles/glasses
• 5-gallon mixing bucket

Supplies for Applying Wood Finish

• Natural bristle brush (for applying solvent-borne finishes)
• Synthetic (nylon or polyester) brush for waterborne products
• Roller handle and extension pole
• Empty 5-gallon paint and roller grid
• A variety of roller covers for applying finishes

General Supplies

• First Aid kit
• Tool Kit (hammer, nails, chisel, pliers, screw driver, etc.) for small repairs to wood or equipment
• Sealable metal containers for disposal of rags
• Camera

In addition to small tools and supplies, the right selection of automated equipment and other hand tools will help you get the job done efficiently with a minimum of effort and help you utilize the most of your time.

Equipment

• Pressure Washer
• Deck Scrubber
• Pressure Washer Wand and
• Hose
• Airless Sprayer
• Accessories
• Hot Water Pressure Washer
• Pump Sprayer