Equipment & Technology Training for Exterior Cleaning Businesses

The right equipment, the right chemicals, and the right systems are what separate a hobby from a profitable cleaning business. A.E.M.’s Tech Success program trains you on pressure washers, soft wash systems, safe chemical handling, and the business technology that keeps jobs running smoothly.

A.E.M. Tech Success Program

Why Tech Training Matters

At the Academy of Exterior Maintenance, our Tech Training program goes far beyond teaching how to clean a surface. We provide comprehensive, real-world education that prepares your team to perform safely, efficiently, and professionally in the field.

From house washing, roof cleaning, deck restoration, flatwork, and commercial cleaning to specialized services like drone cleaning, oxidation removal, rust removal, graffiti removal, limestone cleaning, and parking garage cleaning, every course is designed to help technicians develop practical skills they can apply immediately.

But technical knowledge alone isn’t enough. We also train your team in workplace safety, OSHA best practices, customer communication, sales techniques, pricing strategies, environmental compliance, and operational systems that create consistency across your business.

What Your Team Will Gain
  • Master proven exterior cleaning techniques for residential and commercial services.
  • Learn proper chemical application, equipment handling, and safety procedures.
  • Reduce costly mistakes, callbacks, and property damage.
  • Build confidence when quoting, upselling, and communicating with customers.
  • Understand pricing, profit margins, and efficient job execution.
  • Stay compliant with OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
  • Develop the professional habits that lead to better customer reviews and repeat business.

Whether you’re hiring your first technician or building a multi-crew operation, consistent training creates consistent results. Well-trained technicians work faster, produce higher-quality work, improve customer trust, and help generate more referrals.

Industry Training Built for the Field

Every class is built from real experience so you can stop guessing and start growing your exterior cleaning business with confidence.

House Washing

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Core Service

Everything a beginner to an experienced tech needs to know when it comes to washing a house techniques, equipment, and best practices covered start to finish.
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Roof Washing

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Upsell & Core

So many use this as a great upsell to any residential services but it can be it’s own element too. We describe all the techniques for you to get the job done.
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Deck Restoration

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Upsell & Core

We not only cover everything with wood but we include composites in our training. We discuss all aspects of the wood and staining industry. Another great upsell.
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Flatwork training

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Technique

The training you will get from this class discusses gatekeeper strategies and how to bypass them as well as scheduling flatwork jobs
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Commercial Cleaning

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Niche

Our commercial training will teach you the different commercial jobs you can look for in your day to day travels; teach you how to get past the gatekeepers and how to schedule and price different jobs.
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Environmental cleaning

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Compliance

Come learn everything on the environmental side to include the Clean Water Act of 1972 and more
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Gutter Cleaning & Gutter Guards

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Technique

Learn methods on cleaning gutters out of all types of debris. Also you will be taught the easier methods to install gutter guards
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Efflorescence Cleaning

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Technique

Many struggle with cleaning Efllo. We educate you on the proper techniques how to remove efflo
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Rust Removal

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Technique

Learn the details on what creates rust in some situations and how to make the customer happy with no rust at the end of the job
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Oxidation Cleaning

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Technique

Spot oxidation issues before taking on a job and be proactive instead of reactive. Learn how to remove oxidation in most residential situations.
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Window Cleaning

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Service

Professional window cleaning techniques, tools, and service delivery — a popular add-on and standalone offering for residential and commercial accounts.
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Paver Cleaning

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Service

Proper techniques for cleaning and restoring pavers — sealing, re-sanding, and leaving the job looking new for satisfied, repeat customers.
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Fleet Washing

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Niche

Break into fleet accounts — one of the most consistent revenue streams in exterior cleaning. Learn how to price, schedule, and retain fleet clients.
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Graffiti Removal

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High-Dollar Niche

A high-margin niche that's often emergency work — which means premium pricing. Learn the techniques and how to price it correctly for maximum profit.
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Parking Garage Cleaning

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Specialty Class

This specialized class is taught by John Tornabene. His class creates value in a specialized niche that many don’t understand. John will show you how to get it done.
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Holiday Lights

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Specialty Class

Josh Trees will teach you this class. His years of expertise will lead you thru both learning about Christmas lights and permanent lighting too.
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Limestone Cleaning

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Specialty Class

Not many will venture into cleaning limestone until they know how. Jim Prom has taught this class and will educate you in learning the proper cleaning techniques
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Drone Cleaning

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Specialty Class

Jeremy Keifer has spent years learning drone techniques. His teachings in this training will bring your business to a new level. This is another high dollar niche
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Safety Policy

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Compliance

We hand over not only what we know but OSHA material too in this training. We go as far as creating your company it’s very own safety manual if that’s something if need.
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Human Resources

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Operations

Our HR training has a ton of material from employment forms to teaching your employees what to do ans not to do. How to meet most state guidelines as an employer. And much more.
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Profit Margins

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Finance

Every company must know its numbers. In this training we educate on how to increase profit margins without increasing spending
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Pricing

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Finance

Learn the correct way to get your day to day needs met with the proper calculations
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Finance & Contracts

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Legal

Find out what to include in your contracts to cover you and your business. @@@@
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Operations

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Operations

We hand over not only what we know but OSHA material too in this training. We go as far as creating your company it’s very own safety manual if that’s something if need.
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Organizational Chart

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Operations

If you wish we will help create a customized organizational chart for your business. Whether it’s for future usage or your current state we can accommodate.
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Soft Skills

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People Skills

Many do not know to utilize soft skills and create a bond with your customer. Learn how and what to say to customers as well as employees and co workers
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Sales

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Revenue

Tailored to the power washing industry — confidently quote residential and commercial work, master phone sales, and upsell add-ons without pressure.
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Marketing

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Growth

We meet all your needs in marketing. From educating on different ways to market your services to creating a full marketing plan for your business.
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SEO

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Digital

Get found when homeowners search "pressure washing near me." Covers Google Business Profile optimization, location pages, review generation, and lead capture systems.
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How to Scale

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Growth

Ready for the next level? This training goes beyond growth and shows you how to build systems, increase profits, and scale with intention not chaos.
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Safety First, Always

Every equipment and chemical module in the Tech Success program is taught with safety as the top priority — for your crew, your clients’ property, and your business reputation.

A.E.M. Standard: All hands-on equipment and chemical sessions are guided by instructors and follow documented safety procedures, including correct PPE use, dilution ratios, and surface testing before full application — helping you avoid property damage, injuries, and costly callbacks.

Run Your Equipment Like a Pro

Tech Success training pairs directly with A.E.M.’s hands-on cleaning courses so you’re confident with every tool, chemical, and system your business depends on.

Equipment Confidence Means Fewer Mistakes and More Profit

Property damage, chemical mishaps, and equipment breakdowns cost time and money. A.E.M.’s Tech Success program builds the hands-on confidence and business systems you need to run jobs efficiently from day one.

A.E.M. Training Program
Tech Success

Get hands-on with the equipment, chemicals, and tools that keep your cleaning business running safely and profitably.

Frequently Asked Questions

You’ll train on pressure washers, soft wash rigs, surface cleaners, and chemical injection systems commonly used in residential and commercial exterior cleaning.

Yes. Safe chemical mixing ratios, dilution rates, and application techniques for house washing, roof cleaning, and concrete cleaning are covered in detail.

No. We provide guidance on equipment selection, and hands-on sessions may include professional-grade tools provided during training.

Yes. The program introduces simple scheduling, invoicing, and job-tracking tools that help cleaning businesses run more efficiently as they grow.

Yes. All equipment and chemical handling sessions are guided by instructors with a strong emphasis on safety procedures to prevent injury and property damage.

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