Another cracking video. I do a lot of power washing myself. One thing I would say, block paving should be charged at a premium. One thing I would really recommend is get yourself a measuring wheel!! I call mine the wheel of Fortune 😂
Appreciate the videos, they have been a big help, just mainly for info, and a good insight into how the work is actually carried out in a professional manner.
Thanks very much, I’ve just used this method and got my first big job, been doing little gardens for a while but this was 374 Square metres and didn’t have a clue how to price it so thanks very much
i had my front garden quoted £150 . got the job done but year later looked a mess again, so i bought my own machine and some soft wash . Did just as good job
As a window cleaner for 30 plus years it's a long time pricing up jobs around £30 -£35 per hour is the general aim ... And if the owners have a new Bentley or Mercedes a little bit more if possible ...
Graham Davies I use Resiblock, it is generally considered to be No1. Check out the link in the description to my full paving restoration and protection service to see how this is done.😃👍🏼
Hi sorry to bother on a sunday, just a quick question what ratio would yoi recommend for sodium hydro and water please, I have a one off job tmw its tarmac driveway, many thanks
@@aemackintosh many thanks Ill be using tarmac restorer after the hypo wash, so discolouring shouldnt be a problem should it, many thanks on this day of the cloth
Thanks for your comments. I live in quite a cheap area, but it’s up to each individual as to what you want to charge. At least you know that method now.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh it's brilliant I think alot of youtubers make up figures in thin air to make themselves look good. Your information is very very good we won't look like a bunch of clowns pricing up now lol
I actually adjust my price down slightly per square meter for larger jobs, otherwise they can add up to be so ridiculously expensive, but it depends how big the job is.👍🏼
@@davidmorgan9333 You might want to think about access issues, where are you getting water from? What is the drainage like and how easily will you be able to rinse it? I mean if you charge £2 per square meter it’s going to add up to being a nice job, but how long is it likely to take? I haven’t seen it so I can’t say for sure, but I bet it will be hard work. Put your price in and what’s the worst that can happen? They could say no, but nothing ventured, nothing gained.😉👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Really appreciate you taking the time to message back. I gave them a quote for only £1.70 m2 and they said far too expensive. Looks like they want it doing for nothing so will let someone else do it! Haha. Just want to say keep up the good work and i find your videos really helpful. 👌🙌
I started cleaning windows, then once I had built up a customer base and I could afford it, I started adding other services. Loads more information about how I did it on my channel.😃👍🏼
How do you know when you need to offer self setting sand as a finish or to tell them to get a builder to point it? Can it be either, or are there occasions where you NEED to have a builder point it? Thanks
Does the hypo go in the mix when using the surface cleaner in your water bin or do you surface clean then brush the hypo on your driveway patio leave to stand then rinse
Hi Mate. The price for square m2 that u showed is it only jet wash or jet wash plus re-sand and including materials?? Thanks for your replies always 👍🙏
Good videos, rather than use hypo on resin drives have you found any other safe products? I don't fancy using this with the risks associated with it, I will follow the product with low pressure and heat, many thanks.
Hi mate, do you always use the customers water or do you have a water butt you take with you? i’m starting my own pressure washing business and will be starting more private jobs like yours rather than industrial, so was wondering what size van i would need, didn’t want to get a huge van and it be overkill if i dont generally need to take a water cube with me! cheers
You will need a buffer tank for the pressure washer, and it will need to be fed from the customers tap. A lot of guys use a wheelie bin for this which can easily fit in a small van.👍🏼
@@aemackintosh thank you for the reply, so would a flexi tank be okay for that kind of thing? what exact purpose does the buffer tank serve by the way? cheers 👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Cheers mate thats helpful to know! last question lol.. what PSI machine would you recommend, i was looking at the Hyundai HYW2800P, 3100P or 4000P, wasn’t sure if getting the 4000PSI machine was best or would that be overkill?
It’s a common misconception, but it’s not all about PSI. It’s juju as important to consider the litres per minute value of the machine. Most professionals use a 21 litres per minute machine at around 3000psi.
Not always. But I think it can be a common misconception that getting things clean is all about ramping up more and more pressure, when actually it’s more often about the combination of chemical treatment and pressure washing that gets great results.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Fantastic! Thank you for your reply. I have this job coming up and don't want to get it wrong. What would you recommend(chemical) for a light cleaning? Please forgive me for asking, I'm learning the trade and your channel has helped me a lot! Many thanks!
Sodium Hypochlorite is great for removing any organic growth, which is what normally causes paving to look dirty. Dilute it in a watering can at about 1:4 ratio. You can use it at a slightly weaker mix for lighter cleaning or stronger if it’s really dirty. Take great care with it though as it’s nasty stuff.😃👍🏼
G RVN I personally set £95 as a minimum charge for any pressure washing. By the time you have loaded the kit, unloaded, a bit of fuel, chemical and so on, it’s not worth it for any less.😃👍🏼
This is my setup: th-cam.com/video/s2LFruSPSd8/w-d-xo.html I think it’s worth spending out on equipment that will last and do a quality job for you. It’s best that way in the long run.👍🏼
JD I didn’t actually get this job. I clean windows regularly for this customer. They spoke to me afterwards to explain that they would prefer me to do the job but went for a cheaper quote in the end. There is someone canvassing this area who just stands with a jet gun aimed at the floor all day and is so cheap that it’s just not worth trying to compete. I think I charge a fair price for a quality job using professional techniques. I’ve had more success in other places. This customer was doing a lot of work to the property so budget was an issue. I still clean the windows.💦😃👍🏼
This is almost an £800 job right for just cleaning alone? Working it out about 200 square meters and £4.00 per square meter. Would you resel and sand for free or is this extra cost?
Hi Ash, thanks for the video. I started over just a year ago window cleaning, and I get asked a lot for pressure washing, But I don't have the equipment yet. If you were to start pressure washing like me, which machine would you buy as a starter? Thanks!
Matias Coitiño It depends on your budget, and your business. Anything with a Honda engine is going to be reliable. There are mostly two types of machines to look out for 15litres per minute, and 21litres per minute. 21 will drive bigger and better flat surface cleaners, ultimately helping you clean faster and better. So it depends how much work you plan to do I suppose. Hope that helps.😃👍🏼
So what do you add on for the chemicals, the kiln dry sand and the sealant for that job if you don’t mind me asking? Love the vids. Starting up soon and really need tips on how to advertise etc, thanks 👍🏼 Cleaning = Sand = Sealant =
Dave The Window Licker You get a feel for it really. I always make sure I bring plenty to the job. There’s nothing worse than running out. But it will depend on how long you spend on the final rinse. When rinsing you want to make sure that you are just washing away the dirt sitting on the surface, and not spending ages washing out more sand from between the gaps that you are just going to have to come back and replace later.😃👍🏼
slim439 I’ve just never bothered to get one. I keep the tape tucked away in the van and it’s fine for most of the stuff I quote. If I was data lot of large car parks then a measuring wheel would definitely be a good idea.😃👍🏼
I find the best solution for getting those black lycan spots off is brick acid. Plus it kills the weeds. That self hardening pointing sand you mention is very expensive. About £15 each tub and inside are 2 small sealed bags. Says you just have to brush it in and if need be ironed in with pointing trowel. Very quick and convenient with less mess. It is also Supposedly crack resistant and porous so rain doesn't stand. All nonsense of course. Apart from the price. 2 years later and I'm back digging it all out and repointing with sharp sand and cement. Nightmare. One tip if you're repointing a large area. Knock up enough dry mix and as doing it in batches as near impossible to keep the colour consistant. Great vid by the way.
Are you a Gypsy it does doorstep canvassing how do you get your work as I am a Scots gypsy and canvas doors for a living but cannot seem to get I prices like you get I have a minimum price £50 per driveway 25 for the back just coming clean patios or paths 🤔
Hi Great video , but can you explain how you making a profit if you have to clean, re-sand and seal almost 200 sqm charging only £2,5 per sqm ? Cost of 5L Resiblock is £60 and can cover 15 sqm on first coat. Do you buying sealant or customer pay for it ?
Robert Gryska That price is just for cleaning and re-sanding. I will charge a separate price for sealant application, which will work out to be around the same cost again to supply and apply the sealant.😃👍🏼
If a Power Washer is hooked up to a water tank in a truck or trailer, do you have to "Feed the water into the pressure washer" with a electric water pump? or will the pressure washer just suck the water out as needed? Thanks
Yes, it should do in theory, but I’ve never tried it myself. You would need a very large water tank indeed to give you enough water for most jobs, unless you can feed the tank with water whilst working.
Danny McCartney I usually prefer to jot it down on a form and leave it in the letterbox, or sometimes I will email it to the customer. It depends how they have first got in touch with me I suppose.😃👍🏼
At the end of the day we all work on day rate as long as the customer is willing to pay that rate leave tape meshes at home mate you look at a job . And you have a price in mined if they are not happy you walk away job done
I think it comes across more professional if you have made the effort to measure a job for a quote. I had someone confirm a quote I did today and they said I was more expensive than another quote they had, but they said I came across more professional so they went with me.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh would you mind sharing updated figures? Been window cleaning for over 12 months now after a career change and starting to get a lot more requests for patio/drives. Don't know anyone else doing pressure washing to advise.
It’s really up to you, and it depends wether you are offering a premium service or a budget service, and where you are in the country makes a difference too.👍🏼
@@aemackintosh agree with you there buddy.....also might over charge or under charge if guessing.....dont look good if neighbour has exactly same size but u price it more expensive as it LOOKS bigger...but isnt.....measure up bro...only way to do it right!! ✌
Thanks. Exactly. You can still adjust your charge per m2 depending on how dirty or how difficult the job might be, but at least you have the measurements to guide you.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh 100% buddy....i would never just guess tbh....could be ripping yourself off also m8 👍 Watched a few your vids now...how long you been in this game if you dont mind me asking m8? 👍
Thanks for your comments. I started cleaning windows part time while I was at college over 20years ago now! Since then my business has diversified to include different aspects of exterior cleaning. I hope you enjoy my channel.😃👍🏼
😳 Man you are way too technical! It's like you used to work at nasa and now your pressure washing with a scientist degree. 🤦♂️ geeez! horrible advice!!!! Americans gotta be like this guys crazy
@@aemackintosh simple, simple is calculating all of that in your head and giving the customer a price. The measrimg tape is too much. It's not a contracting job. Its a quick job, get in, and get out!!! 🤷♂️
Jesus!! What a load of messing about! I would of cleaned half of it by the time you pissed about quoting. I look at a job and I know roughly how long it will take and price on my day rate.
Another cracking video. I do a lot of power washing myself. One thing I would say, block paving should be charged at a premium.
One thing I would really recommend is get yourself a measuring wheel!!
I call mine the wheel of Fortune 😂
Premier Lawns Thanks. Good idea.😃👍🏼
Or a laser.
Not sure if that’s a bit over the top for most domestic work I’m doing. I mostly try to keep things simple.😃👍🏼
Appreciate the videos, they have been a big help, just mainly for info, and a good insight into how the work is actually carried out in a professional manner.
Great! Thanks.😃👍🏼
Thanks, another fine video which really helped me. I haven't started yet but research, research, research, many thanks once again.
You might want to check out my training courses.😉👍🏼
aemackintosh.com/training-consultation/
You are right running equipment/ vans is expensive and needs to be a minimum charge applied for your time. Great video which I enjoyed, many thanks
I’m glad you found it useful.👍🏼
I'm a gardener from Norfolk looking to branch out into pressure washing. Watched two of your videos so far and found them really helpful! Cheers!
Great! Glad you like them.👍🏼
Hi Penguin Badger. I'm in the exactly the same boat, gardener looking to add this service going forward. Have you made any progress yet?
If the area is crammed with heavy plant pots, you soend more time clearing away the stuff than actually pressure washing
Thanks very much, I’ve just used this method and got my first big job, been doing little gardens for a while but this was 374 Square metres and didn’t have a clue how to price it so thanks very much
Nice one! I’m glad you found it useful. Sounds like a good job you got there.👍🏼
Thanks, very helpful, as just acquired exterior cleaning equipment! 👏🏼
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Excellent breakdown mate,I have learned a lot watching this video,cheers mate
Glad you found it useful.😃👍🏼
i had my front garden quoted £150 . got the job done but year later looked a mess again, so i bought my own machine and some soft wash . Did just as good job
Nicely done.😃👍🏼
Very informative thank you. I have been wondering how i would do charging
Great video. Very insightful! Definitely inspiring me to branch out into pressure washing.
Great, thanks! Find more helpful information on my training website:
www.aemackintosh-onlinetraining.com/collections
Thank you. It is great to get an idea how you do it
Great! I’m glad you find it helpful.😃👍🏼
As a window cleaner for 30 plus years it's a long time pricing up jobs around £30 -£35 per hour is the general aim ... And if the owners have a new Bentley or Mercedes a little bit more if possible ...
Well you’ve got to have some sort of method.😃👍🏼
I’ve been waiting for this ash love it mate.
Dave monk Monk Cleaning services Great. Keep up the good work.😃👍🏼
bleach with a drop of fairy liquid
Good information as always ash. This was something i wasn't sure on so glad you done a video
LJ's window cleaning world Great, hope it helps.😃👍🏼
Hi do you have a cost table for quoting for de weeding and re sanding
Great tips thanks! I just started pressure washing on my channel
Great!😃👍🏼
Great video and advice , can I ask what sort van size do you recommend for pressure washing , gutter cleaning ?
Thanks. I suppose a Ford transit is a good size for all the kit you would need.👍🏼
Hi mate, I’ve been asked to seal after pressure washing, what is the best sealent to use on block paving? Thanks Graham
Graham Davies I use Resiblock, it is generally considered to be No1. Check out the link in the description to my full paving restoration and protection service to see how this is done.😃👍🏼
Hi sorry to bother on a sunday, just a quick question what ratio would yoi recommend for sodium hydro and water please, I have a one off job tmw its tarmac driveway, many thanks
I wouldn’t use hypo on tarmac, it will discolour it.😬👎🏼
@@aemackintosh many thanks Ill be using tarmac restorer after the hypo wash, so discolouring shouldnt be a problem should it, many thanks on this day of the cloth
As always guys top job.
uniteallaction Thanks. Always appreciate the feedback.😃👍🏼
How long do you leave untill can do re sanding ?
It needs at least a day, a good sunny day, to dry out before re-sanding.😃👍🏼
Very very realistic quote not like some youtubers I won't get out of bed for that! 15 quid ! I don't haggle the price is the price bla bla bla lol
Thanks for your comments. I live in quite a cheap area, but it’s up to each individual as to what you want to charge. At least you know that method now.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh it's brilliant I think alot of youtubers make up figures in thin air to make themselves look good. Your information is very very good we won't look like a bunch of clowns pricing up now lol
Thanks! I wish you all the best with your business plans.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh awwwe that's very nice of you thanks Ashley stay safe
Very helpful!
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Hi. How much would a large commercial job cost in comparison please? Thanks
I actually adjust my price down slightly per square meter for larger jobs, otherwise they can add up to be so ridiculously expensive, but it depends how big the job is.👍🏼
@@aemackintosh thanks for your reply. The area is about 1,800m2, all quite new, just muddy. What would you charge for that? Tia. 👍
@@davidmorgan9333 You might want to think about access issues, where are you getting water from? What is the drainage like and how easily will you be able to rinse it? I mean if you charge £2 per square meter it’s going to add up to being a nice job, but how long is it likely to take? I haven’t seen it so I can’t say for sure, but I bet it will be hard work. Put your price in and what’s the worst that can happen? They could say no, but nothing ventured, nothing gained.😉👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Really appreciate you taking the time to message back. I gave them a quote for only £1.70 m2 and they said far too expensive. Looks like they want it doing for nothing so will let someone else do it! Haha. Just want to say keep up the good work and i find your videos really helpful. 👌🙌
Thanks. Best to stick to your price. A big job that’s under priced can be hell.👍🏼
Brilliant video, thanks again! What do you charge per square metre
Usually between £2.5 - £3.5 per square meter.😃👍🏼
So that 117 plus the 78.. do you times that by 4 and then that's how much you'd charge?
Hi mate, great video! I'm thinking of starting up a cleaning business and just wanted some advice on where to start. Thanks
I started cleaning windows, then once I had built up a customer base and I could afford it, I started adding other services. Loads more information about how I did it on my channel.😃👍🏼
Hi how do you go on for work in the winter,
I have loads of other services that keep me going in winter.😃👍🏼
How do you know when you need to offer self setting sand as a finish or to tell them to get a builder to point it? Can it be either, or are there occasions where you NEED to have a builder point it?
Thanks
Patio slabs are often pointed, but block paving has sand.😃👍🏼
What would u use to clean paver brick on a drive way with moss in joints and weeds
Joseph Kelly I would recommend using a good weed killer a week before pressure washing.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh thank you very much
Great video mate and honest. What is hypo? Thanks
Thanks. Sodium hypochlorite, hypo for short. It’s great for eliminating stubborn organic growth.😃👍🏼
Does the hypo go in the mix when using the surface cleaner in your water bin or do you surface clean then brush the hypo on your driveway patio leave to stand then rinse
Hi, Do you use the customers water?
Yes, I just ask first and it’s never a problem.👍🏼
Great video, do you have water containers in the van for the job or use customers water? Cheers 👍🏼
Use the customers tap for pressure washing.😃👍🏼
Hi Mate. The price for square m2 that u showed is it only jet wash or jet wash plus re-sand and including materials?? Thanks for your replies always 👍🙏
Yes, I include resanding.👍🏼
Good videos,
rather than use hypo on resin drives have you found any other safe products? I don't fancy using this with the risks associated with it, I will follow the product with low pressure and heat, many thanks.
Sounds like a good plan.😃👍🏼
Hi mate, do you always use the customers water or do you have a water butt you take with you? i’m starting my own pressure washing business and will be starting more private jobs like yours rather than industrial, so was wondering what size van i would need, didn’t want to get a huge van and it be overkill if i dont generally need to take a water cube with me! cheers
You will need a buffer tank for the pressure washer, and it will need to be fed from the customers tap. A lot of guys use a wheelie bin for this which can easily fit in a small van.👍🏼
@@aemackintosh thank you for the reply, so would a flexi tank be okay for that kind of thing? what exact purpose does the buffer tank serve by the way? cheers 👍🏼
It’s incase the tap doesn’t provide enough flow for the machine to run properly, so it draws the water it needs from the buffer tank.
@@aemackintosh Cheers mate thats helpful to know! last question lol.. what PSI machine would you recommend, i was looking at the Hyundai HYW2800P, 3100P or 4000P, wasn’t sure if getting the 4000PSI machine was best or would that be overkill?
It’s a common misconception, but it’s not all about PSI. It’s juju as important to consider the litres per minute value of the machine. Most professionals use a 21 litres per minute machine at around 3000psi.
Do you always have to use some sort of chemical when jet washing a patio? Thanks
Not always. But I think it can be a common misconception that getting things clean is all about ramping up more and more pressure, when actually it’s more often about the combination of chemical treatment and pressure washing that gets great results.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Fantastic! Thank you for your reply.
I have this job coming up and don't want to get it wrong. What would you recommend(chemical) for a light cleaning? Please forgive me for asking, I'm learning the trade and your channel has helped me a lot!
Many thanks!
Sodium Hypochlorite is great for removing any organic growth, which is what normally causes paving to look dirty. Dilute it in a watering can at about 1:4 ratio. You can use it at a slightly weaker mix for lighter cleaning or stronger if it’s really dirty. Take great care with it though as it’s nasty stuff.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Great stuff! Thank you so much!!!
Where do you get it from?
Do you recommend sealing it?
Hi mate. Good video. What would you charge for the seating patio area if asked to do that alone?
G RVN I personally set £95 as a minimum charge for any pressure washing. By the time you have loaded the kit, unloaded, a bit of fuel, chemical and so on, it’s not worth it for any less.😃👍🏼
How much wud u charge for the driveway u measured pls?looking for new career👍
Hi Ashley what equipment is best to buy?
This is my setup: th-cam.com/video/s2LFruSPSd8/w-d-xo.html
I think it’s worth spending out on equipment that will last and do a quality job for you. It’s best that way in the long run.👍🏼
@@aemackintosh perdect just watched. Thanks mate
great video and good information on quoting 👍..
Bet your glad you don't quote for lawn mowing 🤣😅😆
cns worx Yes. Thanks.👌🏼😃👍🏼
I'd like to know how much you charged now....?
Me too
What vehicle do you recommend for someone starting out? Ideally a cheap one
There are plenty of small vans around. I think it’s important to try to have a professional approach as much as possible.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh yeah. Thank you so much
Had ur prices gone up now?
Oh yes, definitely, this video was quite a while ago now, but the method is the same.👍🏼
Would like to have known if you got that job and perhaps some before & after footage.
JD I didn’t actually get this job. I clean windows regularly for this customer. They spoke to me afterwards to explain that they would prefer me to do the job but went for a cheaper quote in the end. There is someone canvassing this area who just stands with a jet gun aimed at the floor all day and is so cheap that it’s just not worth trying to compete. I think I charge a fair price for a quality job using professional techniques. I’ve had more success in other places. This customer was doing a lot of work to the property so budget was an issue. I still clean the windows.💦😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Oh yes, we will always have the cowboys mate!
Customers dont care about “professional techniques” getting the job done is all that matters
This is almost an £800 job right for just cleaning alone? Working it out about 200 square meters and £4.00 per square meter. Would you resel and sand for free or is this extra cost?
Do you use there water or your own
I use the customers water supply.😃👍🏼
So as that's so dirty it would be £4 psm. Do you include the setting in the £4 psm price. Great video m8
Setting sand *
I include standard kiln dry sand.😃👍🏼
Hi Ash, thanks for the video. I started over just a year ago window cleaning, and I get asked a lot for pressure washing, But I don't have the equipment yet. If you were to start pressure washing like me, which machine would you buy as a starter? Thanks!
Matias Coitiño It depends on your budget, and your business. Anything with a Honda engine is going to be reliable. There are mostly two types of machines to look out for 15litres per minute, and 21litres per minute. 21 will drive bigger and better flat surface cleaners, ultimately helping you clean faster and better. So it depends how much work you plan to do I suppose. Hope that helps.😃👍🏼
Great video! Are the rates you quoted inclusive of re-sanding please?
DriftFish Yes.😃👍🏼
So what do you add on for the chemicals, the kiln dry sand and the sealant for that job if you don’t mind me asking? Love the vids. Starting up soon and really need tips on how to advertise etc, thanks 👍🏼
Cleaning =
Sand =
Sealant =
Cleaning and re-sanding is included, then I do a separate price for sealant if they ask for it.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh thank you very much, that’s the best way really doing that little bit extra for your customers, you do a great job 👏🏼 thank you.
Do you use the customers water or your own
Ste Dylan I use the customers water. I always check with them first to make sure they have a water supply outside and that it’s ok to use it.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh and if they don't? What do you do then?
I have hose fittings so that I can connect to a tap indoors if necessary.😃👍🏼
how would you estimate how much sand to get ?
Dave The Window Licker You get a feel for it really. I always make sure I bring plenty to the job. There’s nothing worse than running out. But it will depend on how long you spend on the final rinse. When rinsing you want to make sure that you are just washing away the dirt sitting on the surface, and not spending ages washing out more sand from between the gaps that you are just going to have to come back and replace later.😃👍🏼
Why are you not using a measuring wheel?
slim439 I’ve just never bothered to get one. I keep the tape tucked away in the van and it’s fine for most of the stuff I quote. If I was data lot of large car parks then a measuring wheel would definitely be a good idea.😃👍🏼
Its a hell of a lot quicker, & you wont forget the figure, if interrupted. Trust me, you will not regret it.
Thanks.😃👍🏼
I find the best solution for getting those black lycan spots off is brick acid. Plus it kills the weeds. That self hardening pointing sand you mention is very expensive. About £15 each tub and inside are 2 small sealed bags. Says you just have to brush it in and if need be ironed in with pointing trowel. Very quick and convenient with less mess. It is also
Supposedly crack resistant and porous so rain doesn't stand.
All nonsense of course. Apart from the price.
2 years later and I'm back digging it all out and repointing with sharp sand and cement.
Nightmare.
One tip if you're repointing a large area. Knock up enough dry mix and as doing it in batches as near impossible to keep the colour consistant.
Great vid by the way.
John Clowes Thanks for your comments! Great tips.😃👍🏼
When working out your quotes do you add in your overheads to work out a profit for the company and a wage for yourself
No, not really. I may also consider how long I think the job will take and how much I usually like to earn in that time.😃👍🏼
Hi , You take 0.73 penc per sq/m on DRIVEWAY ?
Are you a Gypsy it does doorstep canvassing how do you get your work as I am a Scots gypsy and canvas doors for a living but cannot seem to get I prices like you get I have a minimum price £50 per driveway 25 for the back just coming clean patios or paths 🤔
Thank's good video ! What about traveling costs ? Kind Regards .
It’s up to you. I work very locally, so I can make several visits to the job and it’s not too much of an issue.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh o k:)
@@aemackintosh And one more :) Spec . of your presure washer ? :) Tnak's
I did a video on it fairly recently. Honda gx390, 21litres per minute, 2900psi.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh Yes I found thank;s
Hi Great video , but can you explain how you making a profit if you have to clean, re-sand and seal almost 200 sqm charging only £2,5 per sqm ? Cost of 5L Resiblock is £60 and can cover 15 sqm on first coat. Do you buying sealant or customer pay for it ?
Robert Gryska That price is just for cleaning and re-sanding. I will charge a separate price for sealant application, which will work out to be around the same cost again to supply and apply the sealant.😃👍🏼
If a Power Washer is hooked up to a water tank in a truck or trailer, do you have to "Feed the water into the pressure washer" with a electric water pump? or will the pressure washer just suck the water out as needed? Thanks
Yes, it should do in theory, but I’ve never tried it myself. You would need a very large water tank indeed to give you enough water for most jobs, unless you can feed the tank with water whilst working.
Need to get some grease pumped in that tape measure
Daniel Mason Definitely!😃👍🏼
Great vid Ash, how do you present the quote to the prospect ? Via email ?
Danny McCartney I usually prefer to jot it down on a form and leave it in the letterbox, or sometimes I will email it to the customer. It depends how they have first got in touch with me I suppose.😃👍🏼
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I just stride it out to give a rough yardage
Yeah, I do that sometimes too, but I prefer to measure up if possible, it can come across more professional.😉👍🏼
At the end of the day we all work on day rate as long as the customer is willing to pay that rate leave tape meshes at home mate you look at a job . And you have a price in mined if they are not happy you walk away job done
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I think it comes across more professional if you have made the effort to measure a job for a quote. I had someone confirm a quote I did today and they said I was more expensive than another quote they had, but they said I came across more professional so they went with me.😃👍🏼
David Smith Dave. What is your day rate? Plus chemicals? Van costs? Etc??
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You need a wheel mate
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nice video, you handsome too, you look likr phil Nellie
Thanks! I think? I don’t know who that is, but thanks anyway.😆👍🏼
@@aemackintosh He is used to be a player at Manchester United and is the brother of Gary Neville
Get a "unicycle" measuring wheel. Saves time and looks more professional.
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Nah. We round it up to 12 😂
Figure I had in my head before watching video is 300
I'll price it up, might price it down. He ain't got a friggin' clue.
easier just quote time it takes x hourly rate
I never quote per hour.
how do you make any money when you only charge £4 per sqm? the average price ive seen is £10 per sqm.
I don’t think I could get £10 per square meter in my local area. But I am charging a little more than £4 these days.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh good to hear. Don't sell yourself short👍
@@aemackintosh would you mind sharing updated figures? Been window cleaning for over 12 months now after a career change and starting to get a lot more requests for patio/drives. Don't know anyone else doing pressure washing to advise.
It’s really up to you, and it depends wether you are offering a premium service or a budget service, and where you are in the country makes a difference too.👍🏼
£10 per Sqm?! You bought yourself a private yacht yet 🤔🤣
Please oil that tape 🙏
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why not just pace the drive also lol!
tony Myler It doesn’t come across as professional when you just pace it out.😬👍🏼
@@aemackintosh agree with you there buddy.....also might over charge or under charge if guessing.....dont look good if neighbour has exactly same size but u price it more expensive as it LOOKS bigger...but isnt.....measure up bro...only way to do it right!! ✌
Thanks. Exactly. You can still adjust your charge per m2 depending on how dirty or how difficult the job might be, but at least you have the measurements to guide you.😃👍🏼
@@aemackintosh 100% buddy....i would never just guess tbh....could be ripping yourself off also m8 👍
Watched a few your vids now...how long you been in this game if you dont mind me asking m8? 👍
Thanks for your comments. I started cleaning windows part time while I was at college over 20years ago now! Since then my business has diversified to include different aspects of exterior cleaning. I hope you enjoy my channel.😃👍🏼
Do break your back mate, i do it by foot
😳 Man you are way too technical! It's like you used to work at nasa and now your pressure washing with a scientist degree. 🤦♂️ geeez! horrible advice!!!! Americans gotta be like this guys crazy
Hey, I’m keeping it simple compared to some people.
@@aemackintosh simple, simple is calculating all of that in your head and giving the customer a price. The measrimg tape is too much. It's not a contracting job. Its a quick job, get in, and get out!!! 🤷♂️
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It's called professionalism.
Jesus!!
What a load of messing about!
I would of cleaned half of it by the time you pissed about quoting.
I look at a job and I know roughly how long it will take and price on my day rate.
so how much would you charge (roughly) for 6 m X 5 m slabbed front driveway?
May I ask this question. Will I make more money per mtr, or by hour, pricing my time in?
Per meter. I never charge for my time, it’s up to me how quickly I get it done.
Very helpful thanks pal
Glad you found it useful.👍🏼