Based in Central Pennsylvania, Jason Halteman and Full Blast Pressure Washing have been waging a war against grime since 2007.

 

Born and raised in Newville, Jason's path to entrepreneurship was unconventional. Homeschooled before it became a trend, he initially set his sights on a career in federal law enforcement. However, life had other plans for him. Frustration with jobs that didn’t value innovation and process improvement led him to a new goal—to create a company where employee input mattered.

 

"During the few jobs I had straight out of high school, I got frustrated because my suggestions and opinions would get ignored. I had the desire to develop a company that would listen to its employees’ ideas," Jason says.

 

His journey into entrepreneurship coincided with meeting his wife Britney. "Halfway through school, I met Britney (my girlfriend at the time), and my business took off around the same time. So, I decided to leave school and pursue a full-time self-employed career," he says.

 

Jason's business, Full Blast Pressure Washing, is more than just a cleaning service. Specializing in exterior cleaning and restoration through soft washing, pressure washing, and chemical treatments, the company has become a local go-to for those seeking transformative results. "I am a perfectionist, so cleaning is second nature," Jason says. “I really do enjoy my work!”

 

What sets Full Blast apart from the competition? Jason attributes it to three key factors. "Due to having full-time office staff, we answer the phone when customers call. We have three times the experience of the average company in our industry, and we do what we say we’re going to do 100% of the time," he says.

 

With the experience and knowledge to perform a wide variety of exterior cleaning needs, Jason and the team at Full Blast work with customers on a price that fits their budget without compromising the quality of the job. “All of our work is performed in a timely and professional manner,” Jason says. “We use only the best line of chemicals and detergents to fit all cleaning needs. We perform weekend and evening work for your business if it is requested, and we are, of course, 100% insured.”

 

The true joy for Jason lies in customer satisfaction. Witnessing the reactions of customers when they see the finished product is what fuels his passion for the job. "My biggest motivation in my customers,” he says. “I love hearing about and seeing our customers’ reactions when they see our finished product.”

 

When it comes to taking on new clients, Full Blast follows a meticulous process. From the initial inquiry to an onsite inspection within 2-3 days, the team ensures a smooth journey from inquiry to service completion.

 

"When a customer calls or sends a request, our knowledgeable staff will ask lots of questions and take their information. It then gets passed on to a sales rep who will set up an onsite inspection within 2 – 3 days. Once pricing is approved, the service is scheduled within the timeline that the customer requests," Jason explains.

 

Jason emphasizes the importance of company culture in ensuring success. For him, it's about prioritizing customer service and ensuring that staff and employees feel valued and appreciated.

 

"Company culture will make or break the success of your organization. We have developed a culture where customer service is the number 1 priority at all costs, and staff/employees feel valued & appreciated," he advises.

 

Choosing Central PA as the home for his business wasn't just a coincidence. Jason cites the increased rate of new residential and commercial construction, coupled with his intimate knowledge of the area, as the driving factors. "Yes! The increased rate of new residential and commercial construction as well as the fact that I was born and raised here and know this area well," he says.

 

Beyond the pressure washer and business strategies, Jason's life is a mix of adventure and family. An enthusiast of big game hunting, boating, wakeboarding, and hobby woodworking, his interests extend to real estate investing, entrepreneurship, and devouring business/self-help books. "Anywhere there is water and mountains. Lake Tahoe and the PA Grand Canyon have been my favorite," he says when asked about his preferred vacation spots.

 

Jason has two children -- Sunny, who is four years old, and Willow, who is two years old. Balancing work and life is a perpetual challenge, especially during the peak seasons of spring and summer. Jason relies on Evernote to keep work from encroaching on family time.

 

"It’s very hard some days, especially during the spring and summer months, which are our peak seasons. Evernote has been my friend. I mind dump tasks and thoughts on there every day, so I’m not mentally taking work home with me. My family is my first priority."

 

In reflecting on what makes Central PA a great place to live and work, Jason highlights the accessibility to three major cities within a 2-hour drive—a geographical blessing that adds to the region's charm. Beyond business success, Jason finds joy in giving back, volunteering his time and services to organizations like Project Share in Carlisle, Habitat for Humanity in Franklin County, and his local church.

 

Looking forward, Jason and the Full Blast team are gearing up for a new chapter—opening a second location in the Lehigh Valley within the next 12 months.