Hey my friend, yes adding tint to you business will definitely fill in gaps in your schedule. We did it 4 months ago and it helped. It’s not an immediate game changer as there’s is a long difficult learning curve to it. I’ve heard from vinyl wraps guys that window tint is much more difficult to install. I’ve never done wrap but I know tint is a pain is the ass. Good luck though. I’m over in Dallas, if you ever want to chat and discuss strategy, hit me up. I love the channel bro, keep it going!!
Guys STOP SETTING REASONS TO NOT START…but the basics and get out there, I went to me first appointment in my 2002 Acura rsx, with just minimum equipment, it’s been months and i STILL don’t even have a hose….i use the main hose from my house…the same one my dad uses in his backyard and my mom to wash the patio, stop making excuses, I get it you want to be equipped and look professional, don’t worry about professional, people understand, they are more happy to support a small business then a big cocky guy with a whole setup that doesn’t know how to use it, get started and go little by little….i personally buy what I need as I do cars, I figure out what I wish I had to help me speed up and I get it for the next detail etc, if you have something now and it doesn’t need an upgrade…don’t spend the money on it…BABY STEPS.
This was an awesome video and you have a lot of great advice but even better outlook on what's important. I'm subscribed now and appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
Another great video. The thing is you don't have to be perfect to get started...just start! I am in self training before I commit to a side hustle. I'm going to outfit my Nissan Cube. I am however learning the tricks of the trade on my 5-car family. I don't want to lose customers as quick as I get them into the fold. The first thing has to be a website or someway to book the clients.
Almost every car that I fully detail has been already been once over, super quick detailed at the auction, where my dealer buys his vehicles from. But they definitely don’t do full paint correction or even any wax. Auction Detailers do quick work and high volume. The interior still needs work but it’s better than a trade in car that I have to detail. I hope you can understand what I’m saying because some chink said something that non of my bachelor friends can understand… based on what I said……
I tried that once. Never, ever again. Been in business for 33 years and cater to higher end clients. That's where you need to focus. Corner lots want the results of a $600 detail for $100- $150. Find high end clients with 3 or 4 vehicles, a boat, RV and maybe even an airplane - I have that with my regulars. You can easily make up to $1,000+ / day. I've done $2500 jobs in the 24 hours, in the dead of winter. You can't do that with the corner car lots. They high end clients will keep you busy all year and send you more high end clients, also with multiple vehicles. Don't try to be cheap, don't try to attract everyone as a cllient. Do the best work and charge accordingly. I'm speaking from 33 years in business, experience, not opinion. There's no room here to expand on this but if you focus on what I mentioned, you'll be much happier. Those clients are out there - you just have to go get them.
@@robertsmith8632 I’m sorry you’ve had a bad experience with small non-franchise dealerships. I charge my corner dealership $35/hr and if it takes me 15 hours to make a vehicle look new again. Then I get $525….. I’ve been being the best Detailer for n Wisconsin since 2017. I don’t restore boats because I don’t know how to paint boats as I know how to paint cars. I don’t only shampoo the carpets and wipe down the dash lol I restore cars and bring them back to Neu’s. I’m not your average every day little hoe Detailer. I’m the best in my state and I would put $100,000 down and that anyone that they can do nothing better than me. I fix tears in leather, cigarette burns, pinstriping, repaint, bumper covers, fix rust, remove window tent and replace window tent, fix headliners, gold plate, emblems, fix upholstery and leather, etc. etc. like I do it all and I’m the best of the best of the best and that’s why I get paid bank so you wash your little boats and make your a little thousand dollars per day or I’m not trying to do all the work and there’s no boats around where I live so I guess you must live by both lol like I’ve detailed tractor trailers before and that was fine but I’m in a good spot now and I on my own business and it’s great at work when I want and it’s great
Wrapped my trailer setup and have gotten maybe 5-10 verified calls from it being wrapped for two years now. Thought it would have been more significant but investing in your google and website are better placed to spend your money. The wrap does help build your brand and presence in your area I feel as people continue to see it over time they remember seeing it a few months back and then they see it another year from now and the associate that with a business that is being successful.
I briefly managed a wrap company for 6 months and highly recommend you make sure that wrap is removed soon as it shows signs of breaking down. Soo many customers didn’t remove it in time and ends up costing triple if not more to remove it. And the surface is in jeopardy.
@@WardoUSA I worked for a wrapping business for 3 years and still offer wraps at my own business. It’s sun bound every day but so far so good two years in and still looks 90% like the day I installed it. Also ceramic coated it with gtechniq halo!
Congrats my man. But look out. Tinting looks incredibly easy I agree…. But it is incredibly tough and you will be putting out shitty quality for a long time. Ask me how I know😂 I’d recommend buying a plotter to cut your tint and can use it for ppf too!!
haha no for sure it's tough! I was trying to say in the context of already having film experience, tint fits within that area versus if we never touched a roll of film before
That doesn't always work! Most ppl in my area that go to cars and coffee do their own washes etc. or just simply don't need a detail. Cars and coffee is FARRR better for Buiness networking
Yeah i’m just a teenager with a detailing business and most guys over 55 don’t a younger guy touching their precious rides. It’s mostly younger car enthusiasts or soccer moms that want their cars done 😅
Don’t you feel like your highly dependent on Lex and Angel? What would happen if one or both leave? Scary to think, but it could happen and you’ll be back doing mobile again. Something to think about.
This is applicable to every business in in every industry at every level. If you never hire and do every single little task by yourself, you will always do everything by yourself. 20 years later you will still pick up every call, clean every wheel, wash every towel, and detail every car. At some point, you have to outgrow that
@@DetailGroove well that really didn’t answer the question, I’m not saying don’t hire anyone and just do it all yourself cause that’s not really running a business. What I’m saying is your business is highly dependent on one or two people, I know it’s a small business, but to have your whole business depending on one person that is scary and dangerous. Do you have a list or other people that can replace Lex and Angel if that was to happen? Have you thought about this?
@@Mrjozz011I don’t think that’s necessary. It’s more of a “cross that bridge when we get there situation”. It makes more sense to have the right amount of employees or partners for the amount of business you’re doing. Moreover it’s extremely easy to train someone to detail cars compared to other skilled jobs like welding, truck driving, construction etc.
Do you make customers sign any contract stating you gave them their vehicle back without any damage? Say they scratched it the day after the detail and they try and blame it on you? Starting my own detail business and I know there are some shady people out there.
Mobile detailing is far from a cake walk.... Seems simple huh? You'll need to be enthusiastic and passionate about washing a car and cleaning the interior.... If your only thinking about money; you'll have a hard time....
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Hey my friend, yes adding tint to you business will definitely fill in gaps in your schedule. We did it 4 months ago and it helped. It’s not an immediate game changer as there’s is a long difficult learning curve to it. I’ve heard from vinyl wraps guys that window tint is much more difficult to install. I’ve never done wrap but I know tint is a pain is the ass. Good luck though. I’m over in Dallas, if you ever want to chat and discuss strategy, hit me up. I love the channel bro, keep it going!!
Guys STOP SETTING REASONS TO NOT START…but the basics and get out there, I went to me first appointment in my 2002 Acura rsx, with just minimum equipment, it’s been months and i STILL don’t even have a hose….i use the main hose from my house…the same one my dad uses in his backyard and my mom to wash the patio, stop making excuses, I get it you want to be equipped and look professional, don’t worry about professional, people understand, they are more happy to support a small business then a big cocky guy with a whole setup that doesn’t know how to use it, get started and go little by little….i personally buy what I need as I do cars, I figure out what I wish I had to help me speed up and I get it for the next detail etc, if you have something now and it doesn’t need an upgrade…don’t spend the money on it…BABY STEPS.
I have my detailing business in my dodge charger, works great if you got passion and grit to make it work💯
This was an awesome video and you have a lot of great advice but even better outlook on what's important. I'm subscribed now and appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
New angle is dope bro
Another great video. The thing is you don't have to be perfect to get started...just start! I am in self training before I commit to a side hustle. I'm going to outfit my Nissan Cube. I am however learning the tricks of the trade on my 5-car family. I don't want to lose customers as quick as I get them into the fold.
The first thing has to be a website or someway to book the clients.
So true man! I remember starting in my 2 door coupe RSX type s. Detailers would be surprised how little you actually need to get the job done
@@mendezmobiledetailing im literally about to start out of my 2002 rsx type s! Cheers to that
Enjoy it bro! Its the best advice i can give lol Miss slamming gears heading to clients. @@anthonymangual365
Try getting an account or two with the smaller corner car dealerships. I have one and they keep me busy all the time.
Almost every car that I fully detail has been already been once over, super quick detailed at the auction, where my dealer buys his vehicles from. But they definitely don’t do full paint correction or even any wax. Auction Detailers do quick work and high volume. The interior still needs work but it’s better than a trade in car that I have to detail. I hope you can understand what I’m saying because some chink said something that non of my bachelor friends can understand… based on what I said……
@@JShawnPaulyour work must be Bad quality
@@bektukiyowoo why do you say that?
I tried that once. Never, ever again. Been in business for 33 years and cater to higher end clients. That's where you need to focus. Corner lots want the results of a $600 detail for $100- $150. Find high end clients with 3 or 4 vehicles, a boat, RV and maybe even an airplane - I have that with my regulars. You can easily make up to $1,000+ / day. I've done $2500 jobs in the 24 hours, in the dead of winter. You can't do that with the corner car lots. They high end clients will keep you busy all year and send you more high end clients, also with multiple vehicles. Don't try to be cheap, don't try to attract everyone as a cllient. Do the best work and charge accordingly. I'm speaking from 33 years in business, experience, not opinion. There's no room here to expand on this but if you focus on what I mentioned, you'll be much happier. Those clients are out there - you just have to go get them.
@@robertsmith8632 I’m sorry you’ve had a bad experience with small non-franchise dealerships. I charge my corner dealership $35/hr and if it takes me 15 hours to make a vehicle look new again. Then I get $525….. I’ve been being the best Detailer for n Wisconsin since 2017. I don’t restore boats because I don’t know how to paint boats as I know how to paint cars. I don’t only shampoo the carpets and wipe down the dash lol I restore cars and bring them back to Neu’s. I’m not your average every day little hoe Detailer. I’m the best in my state and I would put $100,000 down and that anyone that they can do nothing better than me. I fix tears in leather, cigarette burns, pinstriping, repaint, bumper covers, fix rust, remove window tent and replace window tent, fix headliners, gold plate, emblems, fix upholstery and leather, etc. etc. like I do it all and I’m the best of the best of the best and that’s why I get paid bank so you wash your little boats and make your a little thousand dollars per day or I’m not trying to do all the work and there’s no boats around where I live so I guess you must live by both lol like I’ve detailed tractor trailers before and that was fine but I’m in a good spot now and I on my own business and it’s great at work when I want and it’s great
Wrapped my trailer setup and have gotten maybe 5-10 verified calls from it being wrapped for two years now. Thought it would have been more significant but investing in your google and website are better placed to spend your money. The wrap does help build your brand and presence in your area I feel as people continue to see it over time they remember seeing it a few months back and then they see it another year from now and the associate that with a business that is being successful.
I briefly managed a wrap company for 6 months and highly recommend you make sure that wrap is removed soon as it shows signs of breaking down. Soo many customers didn’t remove it in time and ends up costing triple if not more to remove it. And the surface is in jeopardy.
@@WardoUSA I worked for a wrapping business for 3 years and still offer wraps at my own business. It’s sun bound every day but so far so good two years in and still looks 90% like the day I installed it. Also ceramic coated it with gtechniq halo!
Rolling up with my bike and wagon
You are the mark manson of detailing 😅😂 17:49 thanks for the information brother it really helps 💯
I’m starting out of my Kia sorento suv and it does the job I keep everything in it I even have a 100 gal water tank!! 😅
💯 💯 💯 🎯 🎯 🎯Great points, Simple Strategy!
Congrats my man. But look out. Tinting looks incredibly easy I agree…. But it is incredibly tough and you will be putting out shitty quality for a long time. Ask me how I know😂 I’d recommend buying a plotter to cut your tint and can use it for ppf too!!
haha no for sure it's tough! I was trying to say in the context of already having film experience, tint fits within that area versus if we never touched a roll of film before
Go to cars and coffee or something like it in your area and go after the customers you want. Not everyone is the customer you want.
That doesn't always work! Most ppl in my area that go to cars and coffee do their own washes etc. or just simply don't need a detail. Cars and coffee is FARRR better for Buiness networking
Yeah i’m just a teenager with a detailing business and most guys over 55 don’t a younger guy touching their precious rides. It’s mostly younger car enthusiasts or soccer moms that want their cars done 😅
Don’t you feel like your highly dependent on Lex and Angel? What would happen if one or both leave? Scary to think, but it could happen and you’ll be back doing mobile again.
Something to think about.
This is applicable to every business in in every industry at every level. If you never hire and do every single little task by yourself, you will always do everything by yourself. 20 years later you will still pick up every call, clean every wheel, wash every towel, and detail every car. At some point, you have to outgrow that
@@DetailGroove well that really didn’t answer the question, I’m not saying don’t hire anyone and just do it all yourself cause that’s not really running a business. What I’m saying is your business is highly dependent on one or two people, I know it’s a small business, but to have your whole business depending on one person that is scary and dangerous.
Do you have a list or other people that can replace Lex and Angel if that was to happen? Have you thought about this?
@@Mrjozz011I don’t think that’s necessary. It’s more of a “cross that bridge when we get there situation”. It makes more sense to have the right amount of employees or partners for the amount of business you’re doing.
Moreover it’s extremely easy to train someone to detail cars compared to other skilled jobs like welding, truck driving, construction etc.
My boy handsome in the background💪🏽
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Sir, I just starting to offer car polishing,should I also add sanding , compunding, or I need to stict with only polishing some month
Do you make customers sign any contract stating you gave them their vehicle back without any damage? Say they scratched it the day after the detail and they try and blame it on you? Starting my own detail business and I know there are some shady people out there.
Thank you! Look up to you
Mobile detailing is far from a cake walk.... Seems simple huh? You'll need to be enthusiastic and passionate about washing a car and cleaning the interior.... If your only thinking about money; you'll have a hard time....
Agree 100%