B*TCH YOUR ANCESTERS ARE THE REASON OUR PEOPLE ARE IN THE POSITION THEY IN NOW, BUT THE MOST HIGH SAID YOU AND YOUR ANCESTORS ARE GOING TO HAVE TO PAY, HE YOUR CHILDREN WILL GO INTO CAPTIVITY LIKE WE DID, SO HAVE FUN MOCKING YOU LITTLE MONEY HUNGRY B*TCH LOL
Im a plumber and I tell my kids that to make a lot of money they have 2 choices. 1. Do something that most people cant do. Or 2, do something that most people wont do.
U should play a game for them when u go to the park or out and about everytime or sometimes when u buy them snacks of their favorite foods tell them like 2 things u see around u ppl can’t or wont do and tell them to find things 1-2 atleast so that way they get to exercise the lesson instead of telling them one time and they forget about it 😊
This is a great add-on service for lawn care maitenance professionals. I suggested dog waste removal to all of my lawn care clients that had dogs. Surprisingly I got a few clients right away to add wkly removal. It was a no brainer for me. I was already at their property each week mowing so why not take care of the waste while I'm there.
Thanks so much for having me on this episode! 💩 I’m excited to see more people get into the business and help turn scooping poop into a mainstream industry! 🚀
@@robertchavez7696 there are two options. 1.) You can get a big dumpster from a place like Waste Management and dispose of all the waste there. 2.) You can simply double bag the waste and place it in the customers trash can. We do option 1 in our Spokane location and Option 2 in Seattle. It's a lot more cost effective to use the customers trash cans as you don't have to purchase trucks and can run with little fuel efficient cars.
Out of all the small business ideas, this is by the far the most surprised one I have ever seen. Watching this video and the one from last week of the kid in Texas picking up trash, is the ultimate proof that anything can make you money.
One of my friends did this in the Phoenix area for years and retired from it. He also carried a "freeze" spray for the runny stuff. He made so much money and living in Phoenix, didn't have to deal with snow. I also made good money and had 8 people working with me in Ohio as a Pet Sitting Company (going to people's homes) which had a start up of around $500 which includes business license and insurance and poop bags. Such great businesses. I also retired from mine. I had my ad on my back window on our cars (didn't cost as much as a full ad all over vehicle. ) Both businesses don't have "overhead" unless you want an office. All can be done from your home.
Yo are you for real about this ? I make right at about 100k a year working all kind of overtime in plants pipefitting in Louisiana and I much as I like the work I do it’s too much for $36 an hour.
@@charlesborel8493I’m not sure what you are asking but yes, I started this business broke at 55 yrs old after a divorce because no one would hire my age. (Truth). Someone asked me to pet sit in their home and they would pay me. I looked into it and realized it was good money. My company had sitters that visited 3 x a day for dogs, other animals depended on what they needed. I even had someone who just did cats for 4 hrs in middle of day (she also had another job). I also hired people for either mornings, afternoon or evening. They didn’t do all 3. They basic worked 3-4 hrs a day some weekends. We would do overnights for certain pets and medical pets also. I started doing all on my own. Hired 4 months into it. Grew it to a large, 6 figure income business. It pays well. BUT, it is a profession where you are dealing with live animals. You cannot skip a day you have to have a backup in case of illness or hospital stays. I wanted a business with integrity and professionalism. The gentleman who now has it makes a great 6 figure income. It is also a physical job. We averaged 48 pet sits a day. Yes, a day. I had $50 to my name when I started it. I borrowed from someone to get my biz license and insurance. I didn’t ever pay for advertising. I made a free webpage , learned SEO from a library book and got to the top of google search. Also I did find a petsit biz book with a cd that had contracts, info etc. papers for clients to fill out. I took pet cpr at the Red Cross back then. Now you can do it online. I treated it as a business, NOT a hobby. Yes, it’s possible. Also, I loved it and cried when I had to retire due to Multiple Sclerosis.
@ then you don’t need to start the business or use the business! lol in America 🇺🇸 we say the best line of business, is to mind your business! God bless this channel for assisting people with moving forward and being positive! Thanks 🙏
I did the math you're charging 50 bucks a month to pick up dog poop? Either you're a liar orrrr you live in a very wealthy area where the people have too much money 😅 50 a month ain't happening where I live
Haha this is actually a genius business. When I worked outside of Seattle in WA, in landscape construction, every time we would go on an estimate there would be dog poo everywhere. Good for you guys for solving a problem and a needed service 👏
My mom used to pay the kid next door to clean up her 125 lb labs poop. She paid per pile and it really added up. The kid had it easy because the dog was trained to poop in one small area of the yard. It was about a 8 ft by 12 ft area.
When I clean someone’s house I take the garbage out of their bins inside and I put it in the trash dumpster outside their house. To expect me to take all of their garbage home as part of my service would be insane. It would just need to be stated prior that the poop would go into their garbage dumpster. Period. The poop would never go with you.
A lot of people are saying this would be the first to go when a recession hits. Well, my mom has been cleaning houses for 25 years, and yes, clients have left during tough times, but not all of them. I face that in the painting business too but there are always people that will want your service even in bad times
Fellow painter here so is my dad and (ironically) his wife cleans houses for herself for a living. 😂 But yeah, I can confirm your comment on both fronts, from 3 perspectives lol
i experienced it with lawn mowing.. during the pandemic over half my clients started mowing their own lawns because they were suddenly home all the time.. then a $20 sensor on my $10,000 riding mower broke during the computer chip shortage which basically put me completely out of business for 6 months while waiting for the dealer to get a sensor. Business insurance sure would have been nifty 😢
We have been domestic cleaners longer than I care to remember. It’s a passion, no holidays, we guarantee their service even if we have to reschedule. They guarantee our business even when they go away on holidays. We service a niche clientele who can afford to be maintained on our roster. We found prior to becoming selective that clients who went away wanted to save money by not having their clean. That’s fair enough but I refused to hold their placement on our schedule if they cancelled their cleans due to holidays. If they expected us to clean for them and remain on our schedule, they also needed to commit to us too. It works both ways. We have never advertised, only word of mouth. $60per hour. Min 4 hours per clean. We’ve never looked back since introducing the changes to our policy.
I worked for a company called Doo Doo Squad located in Elk Grove California. It's not all as it cooks up to be. There is lots of driving involved which equals maintenance on the vehicle. I recommend using the Toyota Prius. It will save on gas by switching to electric. I used to service 30 to 40 houses a day. It might seem easy but it's not. Especially on hot summer days and rainy days.
It’s all about route density and proper route management. A Prius isn’t a good choice though, the back of the pickup will be full by days end, you gonna drive around with 20 large bags of dog $hit in the back seat on a hot summers day? It would be impossible to keep employees.
It doesn't necessarily seem easy. Except for the guy running the operation who barely actually works like his employees do. He said he could leave town for 6 months and it would still operate without him.
Lol! Imagine driving around in a prius with a bunch of dog poop in the trunk. - Think about what the trunk would look and smell like after a week, let alone a year.
@jazzyg530 think of the work and time invested into building it up to this point. Now he gives people jobs. Take that 6 month vacation if need be. He earned it.
There will always be people willing to pay for a service that they just don't want to do themselves. I bet they don't walk their dogs either so this could easily be a 2 person business. 1 x scooping & 1 x walking. Don't forget the dog food delivery option. You'll need refrigeration for the meat loaf and room for bags or barrels of dry food. A dog food manufacturer will pay well to have a vehicle with their branding visiting dog owners all day. You could negotiate a supply deal where you can make big retail margin on selling their product. Expand the business web site to sell additional dog related products. Then there's the vet referrals earning a kickback that could also be expanded to include dog transport. Now scoop that poop!
I did this years ago while I had a landscape biz. I had 50 customers in a month barely trying. Maybe I'll start up again. Labor was the tuff part. Finding the right pay per hour is key. I give this guy a ton of credit for being able to pay that hourly rate, smart biz owners right here. Totally possible to do this. A ton of work but def possible. No doubt. Got have hustle in you.
As a service contractor of 40 plus years who builds client bases in a ten mile radius of the shop what I heard was: One tech can manage 150 homes, or 30 yards per day. This translates to 16 min per yard including travel. 8 min as claimed to do a yard fits with my huge back yard and two dogs, but only 8 min of travel between jobs would mean they are all in the same neighborhood, on the same block, or real close. I understand client density but this seems very best case, and rushing like that leads to accidents in the field or driving. Excellent presentation regardless, and this guys systems are solid and the golden key.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! Your experience really adds depth. Client density definitely plays a huge role, and it's true that optimizing routes can be tricky without sacrificing quality or safety.
I've seen messages from our city saying not to put you residential dog poop in the trash, but to flush it instead. I have chosen to ignore those instructions, but apparently, some landfills care. ***Edit*** I just figured out why our landfill cares. All our residential trash gets dumped at a transfer station first, where actual people sort through it for metal large enough to identify. It is then loaded on larger trucks before being taken to the actual dump. So yeah, ours cares so people don't have to handle it.
I remember living in Idaho and a lady started this business and I laughed and then a couple years later after she was making over $1 million a year and another company came in and they still needed help. I got to really thinking this is a great idea now that I live in Texas and see the totally differentmanagement people and their pets especially the apartments. This is definitely something to not laugh about. I am considering.
It sounds like you've seen firsthand how impactful this can be, especially in a place like Texas. If you're considering it, you're definitely onto something worthwhile! 👌
@@luisvilla799why would this not work in Texas lol? I’m from Texas, and this type of business could work anywhere. Plenty of people have pets and yards here
Is there any not so big but lucrative business you can combine with a 9-5 job? My job has a lot of potentials so I don't want to quit but I need the extra income too.
I was in a similar situation two years ago. Starting a business might not be the best option for generating that extra income unless you're prepared to actively manage it yourself. Instead, consider going for something more passive like ETFs or REITs which can be more manageable and rewarding with less time commitment. You can even use an FA for that allowing for minimal effort while keeping your it relatively safe. This approach worked for me and I now make about 12k a month,. I plan to still own a business but much later when I'm ready to retire. Good luck!
@@MandyLuke Nice... This makes a lot of sense... I've been considering going into this sort of thing for sometime now... Heard its a nice way to make some extra funds... How do you get a good f.a and how expensive are they...
You should begin by looking out for those with strong records. Also make sure the person is registered. Personally, I use Marie, Kelly Matwick. She's not so popular but you might have heard of her. And from my experience, they're usually way cheaper than you would expect
WOW!!!!...I have been rattling my brains as of late as I've been wanting to start my own business too. I am based in the UK and basically doing the research if this kind of business is doable here. Thank you UPFLIP for this wonderful inspiration and insight into the possibility of being entrepreneur. I'll let you know how it goes.
$110 per month seems steep, i guess for upper middle class / wealthy people, with multiple dogs, it could be worth it. Why wouldnt conventional cleaners or garden maintenance services be better? Struggling to see the gap here. Love the business though, id really enjoy telling people i pick up dog shit for a job, giving them some time to judge me, and then follow up by saying i make 2.4mill per year.
I have been doing side hustles like this for thirty years. I have been full time in business and part time. Washing windows is another great cheap business. But this is one that is in high demand and no one does it
I work for a company that does the same thing, yes there's so many people who wpuld love someone to pick up after their dog, very easy job tbh if you love dogs
I have two dogs, one small and one large. You cant even skip a day without mine-sweeping or there will be poop tracked into the house. I cant imagine someone waiting a full month.
@@dl4087average dog still poops 2-3 times a day ,that’s about 60-90 piles of 💩 multiplied by the number of dogs if the owner is waiting a whole month and not picking up on between
When I was injured, walking wasn’t happening in my yard. I had 2 chihuahuas and we, me and the chichis wanted a clean yard. LOVED the pooperscoopers in my town.
That sounds like a good plan, because I certainly wouldn’t pay more than MAYBE $10 a week for this service. I just can’t justify this cost when I could pay a kid in the neighborhood like $5-$10 a week, lol! Although, I’m not hating on this business idea. People are busy and it takes time to keep your yard picked up. I could see my parents paying for this service. Anyone with money that values their time more than their money would be interested, I’m sure!
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@UpFlip 45 minutes - questions... how do they dispose of all the dog poop? Its one thing for individual households to put a bag in with the garbage. But en mass, large quantities of dog poop in the same place... does that change methods of disposal? Regulations? Anything? Or just toss it all into a giant dumpster?
Genius idea. If i was younger I might do it but what an opportunity for people to start a biz! I'm in digital marketing and loving it. Not much to start and I enjoy all aspects of it. I also love outsourcing the work when I don't need to do it myself.
Exactly he just can’t help his urge to point out that it’s all about “poop” not very professional but it is what it is. I’ve watched a lot of these over the years and realized he just has a quirky personality 😂
Great question! Many companies have designated waste disposal processes, often taking it to local landfills or composting facilities. Some might even explore environmentally friendly options, like converting it into fertilizer.
My question is…..what do you do with the bagged dog poop? Does landfills accept it and where do you store it before taking to landfill if that is it’s final destination?
Our transfer station doesnot accept dog poo in trash bags or separately. Would have to travel to actual dump and pay for out of town dump sticker and purchase biodegradable bags.
This is a great example of how we are al literally surrounded by opportunity all of the time. Often once you have your first success you look at the world differently and you realize that everyday, all of the time you are literally wading waist deep through opportunities. Or in this case that could be waste deep lol Open your eyes and be curious and you will find you are surrounded constantly with great options.
Staying curious and open-minded really is the key to uncovering those hidden possibilities, even if sometimes you have to wade through the “waste” to find them!
If youre retarded maybe you shouldnt watch youtube bro or think about anything major in your life. Let your fam* help you. The purpose of the business is to pick up poop. It's that easy to understand. @brushmasterspaintingfranchise
@@brushmasterspaintingfranchise You just watched a video where a man is generating 200k a month picking up poop and you still sit here and type out "it's not feasible". Don't project your limiting beliefs on others like that.
@@Yoitsseb gullible you. This shows intention is make money from you. It’s all exaggerated. If you saw the real books you’d be embarrassed. Try it out get that 200k a month lol. That’s 1400 poop scoops a month. 👌🏼
@@brushmasterspaintingfranchise Interesting numbers!🤣 Math is a little bit off, closer to 7,500 - 8,500 scoops/month to hit 200k. Happy to break down the numbers for you more if you're still confused!
I wish it was more common to disclose if numbers are profit or revenue. I was taking home 40k per month after taxes as a 25% owner of my 5 retail stores. In 2017. People say $200,000 per month. We were crushing those numbers as far as revenue. All nunbers are good. I just wish there was morr clarity.
He clearly said about 30% margin. The numbers provided were obviously total revenue. Also what the heck were you selling at the retail stores that was pulling 160k profit between 5 stores in a month? $1100 profit after taxes and expenses per store every day?
So big question I have, what do they do with the poop after? Just put in a giant garbage can for trash to pick up? But it seems like it would really smell after a few days.
Agreed, very good question as I'm guessing this would be a large expense. I'm in the UK and finding it hard to find any info on bio waste disposal part from expensive incinerator services.
@@Scoop-Start Dang. That's really good. Are you based in a bigger city? I am in the midwest, so I'm not sure if companies here could charge very much. I think, if they could average $60/month per account, then it could work as long as there was not too much overhead. Cheers.
@@Scoop-Start I would be curious if similar companies can charge that much where I live. The incomes are much lower here. But that's really good if you can charge that much. Thanks for the information. It's very interesting. Cheers.
Is there any type of special medical coverage for the age old "pooper scooper's wrist" injury? Any studies being done to help all of these injured scooper vets?
I've hired Scoop Troop for over 2 years to take care of my yard. I love having one less thing to worry about! Levi was the one that did my first visit. My only complaint is the new name - Swoop Scoop is a lot harder to pronounce 😆
Actually he could even use the poop he scoops as an ORGANIC gopher detourant . I discovered purely by accident that if I take all the dog poop i collected in a bucket and stuffed it teall tight down gopher and vole holes The little critters will not dig there again They will dig a new tunnel close to the poopy one and you pack that one next and in no time at all eventually YOU WILL HAVE A GOPHER FREE YARD .youre welcome 🙂
People choosing not to take their trash to the trash area, people choosing not to pick up their dog's poop. What next, people choosing not to chew. I guess there'll be a business for that.
@@sutats most of these businesses are overblown. These people already have money. They don’t even need a job and they work for extremely rich people. It’s a rare occurrence and it won’t work for 99% of people.
At about 17 minute mark, he suggested posting in groups. Isn't posting to groups considered spam? How would you do that without getting banned for spamming? Like, if I starting going to every TH-cam video and started posting my business name and website, I would probably get flagged for spam.
A couple of questions; How do you dispose of the waste bags? Have your techs ever been attacked by a dog? Would you consider a franchise in southern California?
Great question! Many companies have designated waste disposal processes, often taking it to local landfills or composting facilities. Some might even explore environmentally friendly options, like converting it into fertilizer.
Great video, lots of good questions and answers, which simplifies an already simple business even more. This business owner really knows his stuff. I wish I had an idea like this - very straightforward, easy to start, easy to scale, risk-free, and not time-consuming. That's how you create a comfortable, quality life for your family while also helping others solve a problem.
Thanks again for such a great interview. Daughter has been asking how can she make extra money, after listening it gave me a great idea we live in a subdivision which has 540 homes, I’m thinking of all those golden “nuggets” she could be earning cash on. Thank you guys again, keep up the hard work, really appreciate your content!
That's wonderful to hear! With 540 homes in your subdivision, there are definitely plenty of opportunities to explore. Wishing her the best of luck in her new venture-exciting times ahead!
If you were to start a landscaping (basic mowing + wacking) along with this service, could you take say all your doo and your grass clippings to the local landfill? is it all considered landfill waste? or would you have to go to separate locations?
That's a great question! Disposal rules vary by location, but many landfills accept both yard waste and animal waste, though some may require them to be separated. It’s worth checking with your local landfill to see if they have special guidelines or composting programs for organic materials.
I didn’t get to finish the video, but I was hoping to see where all the poop goes and if that’s something that can be sold to companies who deal with compost and mulch, or something along those lines.
I'd definitely have that bag storage box at dog parks and beaches. Everyone will use it and free advertising apart from paying for bag's and refilling time.
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B*TCH YOUR ANCESTERS ARE THE REASON OUR PEOPLE ARE IN THE POSITION THEY IN NOW, BUT THE MOST HIGH SAID YOU AND YOUR ANCESTORS ARE GOING TO HAVE TO PAY, HE YOUR CHILDREN WILL GO INTO CAPTIVITY LIKE WE DID, SO HAVE FUN MOCKING YOU LITTLE MONEY HUNGRY B*TCH LOL
I would like to know a list of the crms he is using.
I request a distribution business owners 😢
Im a plumber and I tell my kids that to make a lot of money they have 2 choices. 1. Do something that most people cant do. Or 2, do something that most people wont do.
U should play a game for them when u go to the park or out and about everytime or sometimes when u buy them snacks of their favorite foods tell them like 2 things u see around u ppl can’t or wont do and tell them to find things 1-2 atleast so that way they get to exercise the lesson instead of telling them one time and they forget about it 😊
Your advice is brilliant!
I’m a Mail Carrier and so many People have yards littered with Dog Poo. This is Great Business!
Thanks for sharing that! It’s great insight-sounds like there’s a real demand for this kind of service everywhere! 🐾
I agree, as an occasional door dasher, I've noticed this alot
Stop walking in people's Yard. Walkways for a reason
@@j.a.r.family2576I agree 100%
@@j.a.r.family2576😂 shut up
This is a great add-on service for lawn care maitenance professionals.
I suggested dog waste removal to all of my lawn care clients that had dogs. Surprisingly I got a few clients right away to add wkly removal.
It was a no brainer for me. I was already at their property each week mowing so why not take care of the waste while I'm there.
How often do you pick their poop up though? After a week it would be too much poop, IMO
What would you charge for an average sized garden 2dogs for example?
@@2010begley25-30 extra for the service!
What would you charge for average size garden, 9 Great Danes for example?
Some yard maintenance charge extra for stepping into doggie doo.
Thanks so much for having me on this episode! 💩
I’m excited to see more people get into the business and help turn scooping poop into a mainstream industry! 🚀
Sick video dude! Had no idea this service was a thing.. you guys are crushing it!
@@Sowboi1985 thank you!
Great video, story and business model. I own a carpet cleaning business and it can be a 💩 job as well sometimes lol. How do you handle the waste?
@@robertchavez7696 there are two options.
1.) You can get a big dumpster from a place like Waste Management and dispose of all the waste there.
2.) You can simply double bag the waste and place it in the customers trash can.
We do option 1 in our Spokane location and Option 2 in Seattle.
It's a lot more cost effective to use the customers trash cans as you don't have to purchase trucks and can run with little fuel efficient cars.
@@robertchavez7696I was wondering what they did with the waste too
Out of all the small business ideas, this is by the far the most surprised one I have ever seen. Watching this video and the one from last week of the kid in Texas picking up trash, is the ultimate proof that anything can make you money.
It's incredible, isn't it? It’s all about finding a unique solution to a common problem! 👌
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One of my friends did this in the Phoenix area for years and retired from it. He also carried a "freeze" spray for the runny stuff. He made so much money and living in Phoenix, didn't have to deal with snow. I also made good money and had 8 people working with me in Ohio as a Pet Sitting Company (going to people's homes) which had a start up of around $500 which includes business license and insurance and poop bags. Such great businesses. I also retired from mine. I had my ad on my back window on our cars (didn't cost as much as a full ad all over vehicle. ) Both businesses don't have "overhead" unless you want an office. All can be done from your home.
You are so inspiring thank you so much!! I am ready to get started!!!
Yo are you for real about this ? I make right at about 100k a year working all kind of overtime in plants pipefitting in Louisiana and I much as I like the work I do it’s too much for $36 an hour.
@@charlesborel8493I’m not sure what you are asking but yes, I started this business broke at 55 yrs old after a divorce because no one would hire my age. (Truth). Someone asked me to pet sit in their home and they would pay me. I looked into it and realized it was good money. My company had sitters that visited 3 x a day for dogs, other animals depended on what they needed. I even had someone who just did cats for 4 hrs in middle of day (she also had another job). I also hired people for either mornings, afternoon or evening. They didn’t do all 3. They basic worked 3-4 hrs a day some weekends. We would do overnights for certain pets and medical pets also. I started doing all on my own. Hired 4 months into it. Grew it to a large, 6 figure income business. It pays well. BUT, it is a profession where you are dealing with live animals. You cannot skip a day you have to have a backup in case of illness or hospital stays. I wanted a business with integrity and professionalism. The gentleman who now has it makes a great 6 figure income. It is also a physical job. We averaged 48 pet sits a day. Yes, a day. I had $50 to my name when I started it. I borrowed from someone to get my biz license and insurance. I didn’t ever pay for advertising. I made a free webpage , learned SEO from a library book and got to the top of google search. Also I did find a petsit biz book with a cd that had contracts, info etc. papers for clients to fill out. I took pet cpr at the Red Cross back then. Now you can do it online. I treated it as a business, NOT a hobby. Yes, it’s possible. Also, I loved it and cried when I had to retire due to Multiple Sclerosis.
In South Africa , we just pick it up ourselves, problem solved.
@ then you don’t need to start the business or use the business! lol in America 🇺🇸 we say the best line of business, is to mind your business! God bless this channel for assisting people with moving forward and being positive! Thanks 🙏
Started my own a year ago. 200k in revenue year 1 and we’re currently at 330 customers
What do you do with all the poop, how do you dispose of it?
@ we use a local dump
Run that master class!
@ I have a marketing and consulting agency that does
I did the math you're charging 50 bucks a month to pick up dog poop? Either you're a liar orrrr you live in a very wealthy area where the people have too much money 😅 50 a month ain't happening where I live
Haha this is actually a genius business. When I worked outside of Seattle in WA, in landscape construction, every time we would go on an estimate there would be dog poo everywhere. Good for you guys for solving a problem and a needed service 👏
Much respect. Honest working man and building a business for others
My buddy owns a multi-location version of this he started 2 years ago in North/South Carolina. It's going great!
That’s awesome! Multi-location expansion in such a niche industry shows there's serious demand for this type of service. 💪
i live in south carolina does he need workers or drivers ?
No shit!!!🎉🎉🎉
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My mom used to pay the kid next door to clean up her 125 lb labs poop. She paid per pile and it really added up. The kid had it easy because the dog was trained to poop in one small area of the yard. It was about a 8 ft by 12 ft area.
honestly best video in a while, long time fan need these random, odd, an whacky businesses
Glad you enjoyed it! It's always fun to explore unique and unconventional business ideas. Stay tuned for more intriguing content like this! 😉
When I clean someone’s house I take the garbage out of their bins inside and I put it in the trash dumpster outside their house. To expect me to take all of their garbage home as part of my service would be insane. It would just need to be stated prior that the poop would go into their garbage dumpster. Period. The poop would never go with you.
A lot of people are saying this would be the first to go when a recession hits. Well, my mom has been cleaning houses for 25 years, and yes, clients have left during tough times, but not all of them. I face that in the painting business too but there are always people that will want your service even in bad times
Hola juanito 🤣
Fellow painter here so is my dad and (ironically) his wife cleans houses for herself for a living. 😂 But yeah, I can confirm your comment on both fronts, from 3 perspectives lol
I clean houses someone always has money lol.
i experienced it with lawn mowing.. during the pandemic over half my clients started mowing their own lawns because they were suddenly home all the time.. then a $20 sensor on my $10,000 riding mower broke during the computer chip shortage which basically put me completely out of business for 6 months while waiting for the dealer to get a sensor. Business insurance sure would have been nifty 😢
We have been domestic cleaners longer than I care to remember. It’s a passion, no holidays, we guarantee their service even if we have to reschedule. They guarantee our business even when they go away on holidays. We service a niche clientele who can afford to be maintained on our roster. We found prior to becoming selective that clients who went away wanted to save money by not having their clean. That’s fair enough but I refused to hold their placement on our schedule if they cancelled their cleans due to holidays. If they expected us to clean for them and remain on our schedule, they also needed to commit to us too. It works both ways. We have never advertised, only word of mouth. $60per hour. Min 4 hours per clean. We’ve never looked back since introducing the changes to our policy.
I worked for a company called Doo Doo Squad located in Elk Grove California. It's not all as it cooks up to be. There is lots of driving involved which equals maintenance on the vehicle. I recommend using the Toyota Prius. It will save on gas by switching to electric. I used to service 30 to 40 houses a day. It might seem easy but it's not. Especially on hot summer days and rainy days.
but if the numbers from the video are real then you would´ve made 20k with 40 houses a day if it wasnt for a company.
It’s all about route density and proper route management. A Prius isn’t a good choice though, the back of the pickup will be full by days end, you gonna drive around with 20 large bags of dog $hit in the back seat on a hot summers day? It would be impossible to keep employees.
It doesn't necessarily seem easy. Except for the guy running the operation who barely actually works like his employees do. He said he could leave town for 6 months and it would still operate without him.
Lol! Imagine driving around in a prius with a bunch of dog poop in the trunk.
- Think about what the trunk would look and smell like after a week, let alone a year.
@jazzyg530 think of the work and time invested into building it up to this point. Now he gives people jobs. Take that 6 month vacation if need be. He earned it.
There will always be people willing to pay for a service that they just don't want to do themselves. I bet they don't walk their dogs either so this could easily be a 2 person business. 1 x scooping & 1 x walking. Don't forget the dog food delivery option. You'll need refrigeration for the meat loaf and room for bags or barrels of dry food. A dog food manufacturer will pay well to have a vehicle with their branding visiting dog owners all day. You could negotiate a supply deal where you can make big retail margin on selling their product. Expand the business web site to sell additional dog related products. Then there's the vet referrals earning a kickback that could also be expanded to include dog transport. Now scoop that poop!
his background in digital marketing really stands out, very smart man!
Right on! It clearly helped him scale and reach so many customers.
I did this years ago while I had a landscape biz. I had 50 customers in a month barely trying. Maybe I'll start up again. Labor was the tuff part. Finding the right pay per hour is key. I give this guy a ton of credit for being able to pay that hourly rate, smart biz owners right here. Totally possible to do this. A ton of work but def possible. No doubt. Got have hustle in you.
I’d like to do it but I have disabilities
Could I hire people to do it and take a money cut?
As a service contractor of 40 plus years who builds client bases in a ten mile radius of the shop what I heard was: One tech can manage 150 homes, or 30 yards per day. This translates to 16 min per yard including travel. 8 min as claimed to do a yard fits with my huge back yard and two dogs, but only 8 min of travel between jobs would mean they are all in the same neighborhood, on the same block, or real close. I understand client density but this seems very best case, and rushing like that leads to accidents in the field or driving.
Excellent presentation regardless, and this guys systems are solid and the golden key.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! Your experience really adds depth. Client density definitely plays a huge role, and it's true that optimizing routes can be tricky without sacrificing quality or safety.
I line the scooper and the bucket with a trash bag - easier cleanup. Maybe more expensive but saves time.
I do the bucket and liner method as well. No way am I carrying that heavy dust pan full of poop across an acre yard.
@AHD2105 Landfills don't care honestly, and the bags are not air tight. Plus once the truck smash it with the rest of the garbage it just rips open.
I've seen messages from our city saying not to put you residential dog poop in the trash, but to flush it instead. I have chosen to ignore those instructions, but apparently, some landfills care.
***Edit*** I just figured out why our landfill cares. All our residential trash gets dumped at a transfer station first, where actual people sort through it for metal large enough to identify. It is then loaded on larger trucks before being taken to the actual dump. So yeah, ours cares so people don't have to handle it.
This is blowing my mind, you can really make a business out of anything
Absolutely! The possibilities are endless! 🙌
Anything that people care about! It’s all about adding value to someone’s real life! Ideas are cool but it has to impact peoples lives
I also run a shit scoop business people clowned me in my area, fire chiefs, local people etc now I'm the one laughing
Depending on the economy.
In developed economies anything sells
That’s the whole point. Why work for the “MAN” anymore and be happy
I'm actually in the process of acquiring a scoop business!! Super informative 👌
Awesome! Don't forget to check out the UpFlip Academy to see exactly how Will runs this business! You got this-go crush it! 🎉
You did it?
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@@UpFlipwhat’s the up flip academy?
Keep us updated pls ✌
I remember living in Idaho and a lady started this business and I laughed and then a couple years later after she was making over $1 million a year and another company came in and they still needed help. I got to really thinking this is a great idea now that I live in Texas and see the totally differentmanagement people and their pets especially the apartments. This is definitely something to not laugh about. I am considering.
It sounds like you've seen firsthand how impactful this can be, especially in a place like Texas. If you're considering it, you're definitely onto something worthwhile! 👌
I would think this works in Cali NYC Chicago definitely not Texas maybe Dallas and some parts of Houston
@@luisvilla799why would this not work in Texas lol? I’m from Texas, and this type of business could work anywhere. Plenty of people have pets and yards here
@@luisvilla799i live in long island ny i might do this as a sude hustle since I'm off weekends
I live in Texas and I am also considering this.
I signed up for UpFlip Academy while watching this video.
Great content info and community! Thanks upflip.
Welcome aboard! Hope you enjoy it!
Is there any not so big but lucrative business you can combine with a 9-5 job? My job has a lot of potentials so I don't want to quit but I need the extra income too.
you need time to run any business, especially when starting out
I was in a similar situation two years ago. Starting a business might not be the best option for generating that extra income unless you're prepared to actively manage it yourself. Instead, consider going for something more passive like ETFs or REITs which can be more manageable and rewarding with less time commitment. You can even use an FA for that allowing for minimal effort while keeping your it relatively safe. This approach worked for me and I now make about 12k a month,. I plan to still own a business but much later when I'm ready to retire. Good luck!
@@MandyLuke Nice... This makes a lot of sense... I've been considering going into this sort of thing for sometime now... Heard its a nice way to make some extra funds... How do you get a good f.a and how expensive are they...
You should begin by looking out for those with strong records. Also make sure the person is registered. Personally, I use Marie, Kelly Matwick. She's not so popular but you might have heard of her. And from my experience, they're usually way cheaper than you would expect
@MandyLuke small world. Met this brilliant lady at our country club weeks ago. Had to go to her page to confirm that i wasn't mistaken. Nice!
WOW!!!!...I have been rattling my brains as of late as I've been wanting to start my own business too. I am based in the UK and basically doing the research if this kind of business is doable here. Thank you UPFLIP for this wonderful inspiration and insight into the possibility of being entrepreneur. I'll let you know how it goes.
$110 per month seems steep, i guess for upper middle class / wealthy people, with multiple dogs, it could be worth it. Why wouldnt conventional cleaners or garden maintenance services be better? Struggling to see the gap here. Love the business though, id really enjoy telling people i pick up dog shit for a job, giving them some time to judge me, and then follow up by saying i make 2.4mill per year.
Jokes on them. This guy is racking it in
It’s niche and people know what it is
I've seen these trucks all around my hometown of Spokane and CDA and wondered if they actually made enough money. I guess they do!
Oh, they definitely do more than well! 💪
I have been doing side hustles like this for thirty years. I have been full time in business and part time. Washing windows is another great cheap business. But this is one that is in high demand and no one does it
My neighbor asked me to do this for her dogs. Great business. I might have to try this around my area
What area do you live in?
I work for a company that does the same thing, yes there's so many people who wpuld love someone to pick up after their dog, very easy job tbh if you love dogs
There is a great King of the Hill aepisode about this exact business. Bobby’s new mentor does the same thing and uses an ATV to get around
Services like this are perfect for animal owners who are elderly or have mobility issues, etc.
Affluence comes in all ages😊
Exactly
I have issues myself
I have two dogs, one small and one large. You cant even skip a day without mine-sweeping or there will be poop tracked into the house. I cant imagine someone waiting a full month.
Feed your dog's better food and they will poop less.
@AHD2105 exactly!
@@dl4087average dog still poops 2-3 times a day ,that’s about 60-90 piles of 💩 multiplied by the number of dogs if the owner is waiting a whole month and not picking up on between
Its weekly, charged monthly.
Putting pooper scoopers on the map! Good job Will!!
Will is really shining a spotlight on this essential service. 🐾
When I was injured, walking wasn’t happening in my yard. I had 2 chihuahuas and we, me and the chichis wanted a clean yard. LOVED the pooperscoopers in my town.
If I was to do this, I would club in all the basic home services. Include mosquito spraying, taking out the trash to the curb, etc
That sounds like a solid plan! 👌
That sounds like a good plan, because I certainly wouldn’t pay more than MAYBE $10 a week for this service. I just can’t justify this cost when I could pay a kid in the neighborhood like $5-$10 a week, lol!
Although, I’m not hating on this business idea. People are busy and it takes time to keep your yard picked up. I could see my parents paying for this service. Anyone with money that values their time more than their money would be interested, I’m sure!
😂😂😂 Neighborhood kid will want more than $5-$10 to clean the 💩💩💩 Kids aren't stupid because they'll Google that
No kids these days would work for $5 a week bud. lol your stuck in the 80’’s and 90’s still
@SecondMileDIY what kid will do this for 5 or 10 bucks 😂😂😂 they couldn't buy shit with that.
From an exemplary entrepreneur Mr. Will. “If you’re all by yourself you don’t really have a lot of options.”
Facts blessings to you your family and company
I started a poop scooping business in my hometown. Makes 6 figures on auto pilot.
That's incredible! A true testament to how even the simplest ideas can turn into highly successful businesses when done right. 💪
That's cool, how did you get started?
Is it just you? Or did you hire out the daily route?
@@randycadkins started getting customers with FB ads.
@@675Apollo started as just me. Have a few employees now.
@UpFlip
45 minutes - questions... how do they dispose of all the dog poop? Its one thing for individual households to put a bag in with the garbage.
But en mass, large quantities of dog poop in the same place... does that change methods of disposal?
Regulations? Anything?
Or just toss it all into a giant dumpster?
eat
Walmart's dumpster at 3am I guess... Nobody seems to know the answer
If they dump it in a container with black soldier flies, it would turn into compost.
Local Landfill would work. Would have to figure that in pricing
Genius idea. If i was younger I might do it but what an opportunity for people to start a biz! I'm in digital marketing and loving it. Not much to start and I enjoy all aspects of it. I also love outsourcing the work when I don't need to do it myself.
I appreciate his leadership principles such as incentives for employees and keeping customers happy...
Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching! ☺️
@ beginning,,, “let’s get started” “hands on training” love it.. ty for sharing brother
The host is having a hard time not clowning the entire episode, so funny.
Exactly he just can’t help his urge to point out that it’s all about “poop” not very professional but it is what it is. I’ve watched a lot of these over the years and realized he just has a quirky personality 😂
Right... Paul's just a bit quirky! Trust us, he had a blast! It was a fun episode. 🙌
LOVE that they take pics of closed gates!! That would be super important to me as a customer.
Thanks to TH-cam that recommend me ur channel.. Valuable Content. ❤.. Love from India
What's the cost of deposing pet waste? Does local trash collection just pick it up at their business or is it placed in the clients trash can?
Great question! Many companies have designated waste disposal processes, often taking it to local landfills or composting facilities. Some might even explore environmentally friendly options, like converting it into fertilizer.
My question is…..what do you do with the bagged dog poop? Does landfills accept it and where do you store it before taking to landfill if that is it’s final destination?
Our transfer station doesnot accept dog poo in trash bags or separately. Would have to travel to actual dump and pay for out of town dump sticker and purchase biodegradable bags.
This is a great example of how we are al literally surrounded by opportunity all of the time.
Often once you have your first success you look at the world differently and you realize that everyday, all of the time you are literally wading waist deep through opportunities. Or in this case that could be waste deep lol
Open your eyes and be curious and you will find you are surrounded constantly with great options.
Staying curious and open-minded really is the key to uncovering those hidden possibilities, even if sometimes you have to wade through the “waste” to find them!
And yet people will judge the simplicity of the business..while in overdraft in their personal accounts 🤔 😅
@@Spiff178 sounds like you’re trying to quote some Brian Tracy stuff. The business is too easy. It doesn’t make any sense and it’s not feasible.
If youre retarded maybe you shouldnt watch youtube bro or think about anything major in your life. Let your fam* help you.
The purpose of the business is to pick up poop. It's that easy to understand. @brushmasterspaintingfranchise
@@brushmasterspaintingfranchise You just watched a video where a man is generating 200k a month picking up poop and you still sit here and type out "it's not feasible". Don't project your limiting beliefs on others like that.
@@Yoitsseb gullible you. This shows intention is make money from you. It’s all exaggerated. If you saw the real books you’d be embarrassed. Try it out get that 200k a month lol. That’s 1400 poop scoops a month. 👌🏼
@@brushmasterspaintingfranchise Interesting numbers!🤣 Math is a little bit off, closer to 7,500 - 8,500 scoops/month to hit 200k.
Happy to break down the numbers for you more if you're still confused!
this has been in my recommended feed for 2 weeks, youre doing great with the algorithm
I wish it was more common to disclose if numbers are profit or revenue. I was taking home 40k per month after taxes as a 25% owner of my 5 retail stores. In 2017.
People say $200,000 per month. We were crushing those numbers as far as revenue. All nunbers are good. I just wish there was morr clarity.
He clearly said about 30% margin. The numbers provided were obviously total revenue. Also what the heck were you selling at the retail stores that was pulling 160k profit between 5 stores in a month? $1100 profit after taxes and expenses per store every day?
Office space is so not necessary but kudos cause this is a fabulous business move
Great job, William and Levi!
Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for more videos coming your way! 😊
I started on your videos as well, just like this guy @32:20
He def made a great point that if you can’t make money doing/starting this line of business, then maybe starting a business isn’t for you.
So big question I have, what do they do with the poop after? Just put in a giant garbage can for trash to pick up? But it seems like it would really smell after a few days.
Agreed, very good question as I'm guessing this would be a large expense. I'm in the UK and finding it hard to find any info on bio waste disposal part from expensive incinerator services.
i also want to know that :D
In Texas you can just throw it in the burn pile.
Just throw it in the client's trash bin.
That's what landfill are for. Or could double up and make compost and make more cash
Brillant entrepreneur.
Great testimonial.
I love this channel.
Curious about two things:
1. What do they pay their employees?
2. Any issues with aggressive dogs and how to deal with it?
Cheers.
We typically pay pooper scoopers between $20-$23/Hour with benefits and let them take a truck home.
@@Scoop-Start Dang. That's really good. Are you based in a bigger city? I am in the midwest, so I'm not sure if companies here could charge very much. I think, if they could average $60/month per account, then it could work as long as there was not too much overhead. Cheers.
@NSAKEY our main location is in Spokane, WA, and Northern Idaho. Not a huge area.
The absolute lowest I would recommend charging is 80-85/month.
@@Scoop-Start I would be curious if similar companies can charge that much where I live. The incomes are much lower here.
But that's really good if you can charge that much.
Thanks for the information. It's very interesting. Cheers.
@NSAKEY just do a Google search for the service in your area and you should be able to see what people are charging.
Did the dog thing, made flyers, advertised, website, cards etc you name it did it all. Didn't get one client.
Did you go out face to face meeting people?
@OhPleasures yup
I know someone who walked dogs n now hires people because she got so busy
Maybe try another avenue
Is there any type of special medical coverage for the age old "pooper scooper's wrist" injury? Any studies being done to help all of these injured scooper vets?
Thanks for representing our fellow scoopers🥳🥳🥳. We love this industry 🐶💩💪🏻
This industry is amazing!! 🐶
I've hired Scoop Troop for over 2 years to take care of my yard. I love having one less thing to worry about! Levi was the one that did my first visit.
My only complaint is the new name - Swoop Scoop is a lot harder to pronounce 😆
This business was on king of the hill😂😂
Actually he could even use the poop he scoops as an ORGANIC gopher detourant . I discovered purely by accident that if I take all the dog poop i collected in a bucket and stuffed it teall tight down gopher and vole holes The little critters will not dig there again They will dig a new tunnel close to the poopy one and you pack that one next and in no time at all eventually YOU WILL HAVE A GOPHER FREE YARD .youre welcome 🙂
In my area when we had this service it was like 60 bucks a month and came with free spring cleanup.
People choosing not to take their trash to the trash area, people choosing not to pick up their dog's poop. What next, people choosing not to chew. I guess there'll be a business for that.
@@sutats most of these businesses are overblown. These people already have money. They don’t even need a job and they work for extremely rich people. It’s a rare occurrence and it won’t work for 99% of people.
@@brushmasterspaintingfranchiseboy you hating all over these comments. Shouldn't you be painting and getting money?
😂😂😂😂😂
What's next? People paying other people to make their coffee or wash their car?! 🤯 Oh wait....
its called a service. just how your wife doesn't wanna have sex with you but still does it & you pay for it. it works like that.
So many owners act nice on camera then treat their employees like dirt, if this guy is the same off camera as on, much respect.
28:35 per week not per month
Avg appointment is $20 x 30 yards x 5 days/week = $3,000
Okay.Thanks for the clarification. I was thinking Jesus.That's only five dollars a yard. 😬
This man has great answers with every question. Great advice
People caught onto this a long time ago. In this economy not nearly as many people are interested in this.
Never heard of this to be honest, plenty of dog walkers and sitters in my area but have never seen someone offer to pick up poop
This guy could succeed at any business bc of his understanding of money
congrats on finding your niche
Thanks for the positive vibes! Have you discovered yours yet? ✨
Great episode and likely one of my favorites.I’m truly amazed with this show “Up flip.Great home ideas and place to build on.
Why do they need the big trucks and office space? Also, what do they do in winter?
Brilliant business idea. Sending love and warm greetings from the creeks and woodland of Missouri.
What if you get soft watery ones?
I would be wearing those boot the concrete guys wears.
Use it as a salad dressing!
@@maddog3768😂
You need a can of Vapoo-rize....
Great story and interview. Very informative.
Thank you! We hope you'll take the leap and start your own business! 🌱
Quick question....where does all the poop you pick up go? How do you dispose of it?
How do you dispose of the waste you collect? The idea is fantastic!! Love the video!!
How does this work in the winter months when there is packed snow and poo?
It’s incredible! If you have an idea or a passion you can easily make it into a business.
I would use disposable shoe cover’s!
Smart idea! Disposable shoe covers would definitely help keep things clean while doing the job.
More over head and waste. The disinfectant is more cost efficient and no waste.
Time is money with chances of missing spots also the pull over covers 💯 block dog shhhhh when you are bound to step in a pile 😂😂😂
At about 17 minute mark, he suggested posting in groups. Isn't posting to groups considered spam? How would you do that without getting banned for spamming? Like, if I starting going to every TH-cam video and started posting my business name and website, I would probably get flagged for spam.
What about Mean Dangerous Dogs? I would think that would be a problem too
You would need about 80 weekly customers to make $200k a year but that’s still pretty damn good. That’s at the $110 monthly rate
Thanks for the shout out William
@@KroopinsPoopinScoopin thanks for showing us the way!
A couple of questions; How do you dispose of the waste bags? Have your techs ever been attacked by a dog? Would you consider a franchise in southern California?
Only one ? Where can you dispose of bags of dog waste and what does that cost to get rid of?
Great question! Many companies have designated waste disposal processes, often taking it to local landfills or composting facilities. Some might even explore environmentally friendly options, like converting it into fertilizer.
Im highly considering this!! But I only want it to be myself.
I am thinking the same. Just needs to be a smaller scale.
Where do you dispose of the waste?
ok the ad segway, albeit a bit corny, was kinda funny and creative lol I'm all for it
Thanks for the feedback! A little corniness goes a long way in making it memorable! It’s great to see creativity in advertising. 😂
Great video, lots of good questions and answers, which simplifies an already simple business even more.
This business owner really knows his stuff. I wish I had an idea like this - very straightforward, easy to start, easy to scale, risk-free, and not time-consuming. That's how you create a comfortable, quality life for your family while also helping others solve a problem.
Couldn't agree more! This business model is such a win-win-simple, scalable, and a real problem-solver. Thanks for watching! ☺️
This was insightful, and you spoke clearer than usual. Well done Dierks!
Glad you enjoyed the video and found the information valuable! More awesome content coming your way, stay tuned! 🙌
What do you do about aggressive dogs??
Thanks again for such a great interview. Daughter has been asking how can she make extra money, after listening it gave me a great idea we live in a subdivision which has 540 homes, I’m thinking of all those golden “nuggets” she could be earning cash on. Thank you guys again, keep up the hard work, really appreciate your content!
That's wonderful to hear! With 540 homes in your subdivision, there are definitely plenty of opportunities to explore. Wishing her the best of luck in her new venture-exciting times ahead!
If you were to start a landscaping (basic mowing + wacking) along with this service, could you take say all your doo and your grass clippings to the local landfill? is it all considered landfill waste? or would you have to go to separate locations?
That's a great question! Disposal rules vary by location, but many landfills accept both yard waste and animal waste, though some may require them to be separated. It’s worth checking with your local landfill to see if they have special guidelines or composting programs for organic materials.
It’s fine and dandy if you do it within your own neighborhood like maybe 5 blocks out from each end of where you live cuz gas ain’t cheap
I didn’t get to finish the video, but I was hoping to see where all the poop goes and if that’s something that can be sold to companies who deal with compost and mulch, or something along those lines.
Companies are looking for sustainable sources of organic material, so there might be potential there!
I'd definitely have that bag storage box at dog parks and beaches. Everyone will use it and free advertising apart from paying for bag's and refilling time.