@@johnathanbarlow it is because, what if a customer says hey i need my car washed, im its in the parking lot at work. Are you going to tell them no i can't come because i dont have a generator?
@@johnchall6796 good point but if you are doing your part in asking the right questions from the start, ya probably wont have that problem. Like you have start finding clients before you worry about how your going to service them. If you are not able to service someone remotely simply dont advertise that. Starting out it just dont make any sense, make some money first, make certain its something you want to build on and then go from there. Cashing out on fancy equipment aint smart in the beginning in my opinion. Unless you got money like that. But to each their own!
Oscar, I made 1,125 dollars in 3 days. Your TH-cam page is helpful. At the end of the day, if you don’t want it as bad as you want to breathe, it’s not going to happen.
@@midnightmystery544 I’m 16 and I’m making 3-4k a month which is plenty for me and my one expense which is my truck, best part is that it’s all under the table so I don’t get taxed for that
This is great business advice. I'm not even in the detailing business, but fantastic advice telling people to make $1,000 BEFORE they start investing hundreds of dollars into their business. The fact is that most people who say they are going to start a business never do. Most people who say they are going to get into shape never do. It's easy to pay a gym membership fee, but it's hard to consistently workout. It's easy to purchase a generator, but it takes courage and hustle to acquire customers. No sense spending $1,000+ on a generator until you first prove to yourself that you are willing to do what it takes to be in business -- which is putting yourself out there in front of people.
I get it, not having one when you start out makes sense. But just think of how many more customers you can get when you market yourself as someone who brings along their own water and electric to the customer regardless of where they are at. It's all of your own equipment that you know how to use rather than depend on what the customer provides.
@@Emiliopedo exactly my point. Also when you have your own you know how to work with it. What if they have really low water pressure at their home. Or of the spiget or electrical outlet is on the other side of the house....or what if they have none lol. Better to bring your own
I agree. Been mobile detailing for 6 years now and I use to have a generac generator. Only needed a generator once. Every other time my customers already have an extension cord ready for me. Worst case I had to ask for one and not a single one complained or was frustrated.
Great video, I nearly bought a generator when I first started but you learn to adapt processes that don't need electricity. Customers don't mind you using their electric so just get a decent extension lead, after researching generators the general line is Honda are the best out there and worth every penny. Even though they do cost more, they are cheaper in the long run.
@@DetailGroove I know power is easily offered, but do you run into trouble using their water as well or should I just invest in a water tank? I plan on launching my business this month just finalizing llc
@@g..3095 it really depends on your clientele, if you are doing higher end services on higher end cars they typically dont mind, however i typically clean 12 year old toyotas and my customers live in apartments who dont have a water spicket available.
watching this video in 2020... So I don't care what you say. With all this unemployment money i'm getting. I can buy a generator no problem. I already got the van aswell. All on a budget of $3,000 im getting $10k in total for unemployment. I don't ever wanna work for someone else ever again.. LOL my job did me dirty.
@@T.hatsAri if you don’t have generator & wash less onr products then yes just deny it won’t hurt .. eventually just save the money up and buy generator & water tank
When should you spend the money for a compressor? I have my Ridgit shop vacuum that blows out the interior of cars. But I would like to get the tornado.The compressor is $330. Plus taxes.
Is it ok to ask the customer where they are located before hand so you know if you are going to need the generator that way you know if you are able to complete the job
Hi Oscar, great video. I was thinking to transform my self from, let´s say, an OC car owner to a full blown detailer in the future. Good tips on whether or not buy a generator just yet. Best, Aries from Norway. Subscribed.
Oscar I hate to complain but get you lockdown on the Detail business growth page and kick out people that think it's an advertisement opportunity and try to get people to ask BUSINESS related questions. I loved helping people out but now it doesn't seem with the time and the community I used to know seems to have left. I really don't want to see your page go downhill, that page page was the best tool for a detailer hands down!
Thanks for the advice. It's very difficult to manage a page with thousands of members.. I'd turn more into a police then a helpful member. But I do agree with you- it does need to be more business orientated focus. I'll come up with something to move it back to that topic
Great videos bro. What are your thoughts on a power inverter hooked up to the car instead of a generator. I know they are cheaper and are powerful enough to run a small vacuum cleaner.
wow thank you so much, I, getting started and thought I needed to have one to be successful. Seems like I can hold off on this. Does the same apply for a water tank for ionized water? Thanks!
Hi based on your experience what kind of generator would you recommend for a 2000 PSI Ryobi pressure washer I was looking into getting the predator but then I heard a lot of good reviews about the Honda 2000 but I'm not trying to break the bank so do you think that a predator 2000 would be enough to power my pressure washer
He replied to another comment saying the predator is twice as loud, twice as heavy and *probably* not as powerful. I’m sure the predator would get the job done fine, but please do your own research through reviews and any sort of forums you can find on the topic before making large purchases like that.
Detail Groove so I’ll be fine with a 2000 watt generator? I use a flex polisher ,rug doctor and a Ridget vac. Can I go on the road with that wattage and use those tools
Im 15 and i just started doing car washes and detailing i have quiet a few things to hel remove stains clean carpets and plastics and uv protectio i also invested in a shop vac and i already have 2 customers lined up for this week the only problem is I live in a apartment complex where there are no outlets. So i am wondering is there another solution to running my vaccum or should i invest in a used generator? thank you.
What do you recommend for a portable power station? I would rather not a generator because your setup smells like gas, loud, and you have to deal with fuel. I feel like a solar rechargable power station would be a better long term option.
hi oscar , great insight once again . I have the Honda generator also . since you mentioned the predator from harbor freight, how are those generators ? are they any good ?
Thanks for the kind words! Honestly, I didn't get much use out of it as per how I mentioned it in the video. I was always at customers home location and I had power to connect to from their house. However, I would say the Predator is like the Honda except twice everything. Twice as loud, twice as heavy, and probaby not as powerful
Do you charge for your services before or after? Also what’s the best method of getting paid and preventing chargebacks? Do you come across those often?
This happens often and even if the customer is home. It’s an annoyance to the customer when they was using their day to day power. And then pop goes the power. $500ish for a portable generator or conventional generator is worth it. Having back up power is never a negative. I prefer my own water and power source.
a generator is basically a no brainer if you can't spend 1k extra on top of 3k for other tools then you shouldn't start a business even a online business you need 5k to work it out but there are cheaper ways get used one for example.
Any thoughts and opinion on this setup for power source? th-cam.com/video/5nHqC9KiU-4/w-d-xo.html. Is it good alternative or better than gas generator?
at least you don't have to put gas or maintence on it and best of all it quite. Does your customer location neighbor complain with the noise with the generator is on?
I guess you can see that as a plus. But oil changes takes 5 minutes every so often and filling up gas... well.. that takes about 2 minutes as well. No, no complaint with the Honda generator.
I finally got one after 3 yrs in business starting to get customers who don’t always have power in the middle of a parking lot… this video is so true
Better to have one & not need it than to need one & not have it.
Amen
In this situation, thats not the case.
@@johnathanbarlow it is because, what if a customer says hey i need my car washed, im its in the parking lot at work. Are you going to tell them no i can't come because i dont have a generator?
@@johnchall6796 good point but if you are doing your part in asking the right questions from the start, ya probably wont have that problem. Like you have start finding clients before you worry about how your going to service them. If you are not able to service someone remotely simply dont advertise that. Starting out it just dont make any sense, make some money first, make certain its something you want to build on and then go from there. Cashing out on fancy equipment aint smart in the beginning in my opinion. Unless you got money like that. But to each their own!
@@johnathanbarlow i agree you need to test the water first, learn the trade.
Oscar, I made 1,125 dollars in 3 days. Your TH-cam page is helpful. At the end of the day, if you don’t want it as bad as you want to breathe, it’s not going to happen.
WOOT!!
ET!!!
I make less than that in a month where I work now...
@@midnightmystery544 I’m 16 and I’m making 3-4k a month which is plenty for me and my one expense which is my truck, best part is that it’s all under the table so I don’t get taxed for that
@@Titoo.1 Nice. Glad that is working out so well for you!
This is great business advice. I'm not even in the detailing business, but fantastic advice telling people to make $1,000 BEFORE they start investing hundreds of dollars into their business.
The fact is that most people who say they are going to start a business never do. Most people who say they are going to get into shape never do. It's easy to pay a gym membership fee, but it's hard to consistently workout. It's easy to purchase a generator, but it takes courage and hustle to acquire customers.
No sense spending $1,000+ on a generator until you first prove to yourself that you are willing to do what it takes to be in business -- which is putting yourself out there in front of people.
I get it, not having one when you start out makes sense. But just think of how many more customers you can get when you market yourself as someone who brings along their own water and electric to the customer regardless of where they are at. It's all of your own equipment that you know how to use rather than depend on what the customer provides.
Yeah that happens to me most of the people where a little bit disappointed when i tell them if I can use their water and electricity
@@Emiliopedo exactly my point. Also when you have your own you know how to work with it. What if they have really low water pressure at their home. Or of the spiget or electrical outlet is on the other side of the house....or what if they have none lol. Better to bring your own
@@Emiliopedo maybe cause of the water, electricity they wouldn’t mind that much
Love to see how far you’ve come man
I agree. Been mobile detailing for 6 years now and I use to have a generac generator. Only needed a generator once. Every other time my customers already have an extension cord ready for me. Worst case I had to ask for one and not a single one complained or was frustrated.
EXACTLY!!!
I don't even plan to run a generator until I have a designated detail rig.
Great video, I nearly bought a generator when I first started but you learn to adapt processes that don't need electricity. Customers don't mind you using their electric so just get a decent extension lead, after researching generators the general line is Honda are the best out there and worth every penny. Even though they do cost more, they are cheaper in the long run.
EXACTLY! I've never had a customer complain to me that I used their power. They always offer their power to me. Thanks for watching :)
@@DetailGroove I know power is easily offered, but do you run into trouble using their water as well or should I just invest in a water tank? I plan on launching my business this month just finalizing llc
@@g..3095 it really depends on your clientele, if you are doing higher end services on higher end cars they typically dont mind, however i typically clean 12 year old toyotas and my customers live in apartments who dont have a water spicket available.
watching this video in 2020... So I don't care what you say. With all this unemployment money i'm getting. I can buy a generator no problem. I already got the van aswell. All on a budget of $3,000 im getting $10k in total for unemployment. I don't ever wanna work for someone else ever again.. LOL my job did me dirty.
Go work, stop sucking everyone's air for free
Same here
How do you ask to use the owners power and water? My anxiety is running wild just thinking about asking.
It’s not something you have to overcomplicate! Just ask them “do you have a water and power outlet nearby?”
@@DetailGroove okay. Do you decline service if they don’t?
@@T.hatsAri if you don’t have generator & wash less onr products then yes just deny it won’t hurt .. eventually just save the money up and buy generator & water tank
When should you spend the money for a compressor? I have my Ridgit shop vacuum that blows out the interior of cars. But I would like to get the tornado.The compressor is $330. Plus taxes.
Which generator should I have to run a Ryobi 1600 psi pressure washer , McCullouch steamer, Brissell Spot Clean Pro, ?
I'm just starting off doing headlight restoration. Anything small I can use ?
Is it ok to ask the customer where they are located before hand so you know if you are going to need the generator that way you know if you are able to complete the job
It's good to hear one just in case. Because when I did mostly vehicles at ppls homes. But I do get calls from ppl who are at work.
Yup!
Can you power a steamer with this generator, have you tried it. Or better yet with the harbor freight model.
Steamer alone, yes
@@DetailGroove congratulations bro. You been working hard.
Oscar did you take a air compressor with you mobile and if so did you use there electricity? When you first started
Hi Oscar, great video. I was thinking to transform my self from, let´s say, an OC car owner to a full blown detailer in the future. Good tips on whether or not buy a generator just yet. Best, Aries from Norway. Subscribed.
Thanks for watching Aries!
what tools were you able to run on that particular generator?
Very limited. Just the extractor, vacuum, or steamer (not all at once. One at a time)
how do you disperse the power to multiple appliances and then how do you bypass the generator with an extension cord?
I think if your mobile you should have one because i was at a hotel yesterday had four cars and was no outlet for me to use
Exactly. If you're in that type of situation, then it makes sense
What did you tell the customers??
Oscar I hate to complain but get you lockdown on the Detail business growth page and kick out people that think it's an advertisement opportunity and try to get people to ask BUSINESS related questions. I loved helping people out but now it doesn't seem with the time and the community I used to know seems to have left. I really don't want to see your page go downhill, that page page was the best tool for a detailer hands down!
Thanks for the advice. It's very difficult to manage a page with thousands of members.. I'd turn more into a police then a helpful member. But I do agree with you- it does need to be more business orientated focus. I'll come up with something to move it back to that topic
Detail Groove thanks man, I appreciate any measures taken!
can you detail from an at home location.. if the customer wants to drop off their vehicle at your house. any thoughts
Yep, you can. I see it all the time
My man Oscar is the truth!!!
love that Honda
Haha I try my best!
I have that exact generator I love it, it's just so quite compared to others
It suurreee is!
Whats the best wattage that generator has to have for 2000 psi pressure washer
Not entirely sure!
Do you have a review on this generater
I do not but I highly recommend it
Could this run a steamer vx5000 and a vacuum at the same time? The inverter you have behind you?
I've never tried it but I don't think so. The VX5K needs a lot of powa
Great videos bro. What are your thoughts on a power inverter hooked up to the car instead of a generator. I know they are cheaper and are powerful enough to run a small vacuum cleaner.
I've never used one or looked into one, so I can't give much advice there!
What if you just started an you still have to use the Customers water i have a Couple
Your videos have helped tremedously.
Can you run a pressure wash from a predator 2000?
Depends on the pressure washer and the power needed to run it
wow thank you so much, I, getting started and thought I needed to have one to be successful. Seems like I can hold off on this. Does the same apply for a water tank for ionized water? Thanks!
Thank you for being honest. Your videos are really good
No, thank YOU for watching!
Appreciate the advice brother. This is kinda what I was thinking.
Hi based on your experience what kind of generator would you recommend for a 2000 PSI Ryobi pressure washer I was looking into getting the predator but then I heard a lot of good reviews about the Honda 2000 but I'm not trying to break the bank so do you think that a predator 2000 would be enough to power my pressure washer
He replied to another comment saying the predator is twice as loud, twice as heavy and *probably* not as powerful. I’m sure the predator would get the job done fine, but please do your own research through reviews and any sort of forums you can find on the topic before making large purchases like that.
what kind of camera did you use to film this?
How long can i keep this running if I were to use a DA polisher?
The longest I've continually run the generator with multiple machines is 6ish hours. That wasn't the limit, that's just how long I had to use it
I can i use a tailgator generator for mobile detailing as a temporary use?
Can you run your steamer and vac at the same time with that model?
Yeepppppppp!
Detail Groove so I’ll be fine with a 2000 watt generator? I use a flex polisher ,rug doctor and a Ridget vac. Can I go on the road with that wattage and use those tools
What’s the running watts on 8070 extractor bro ?
Im 15 and i just started doing car washes and detailing i have quiet a few things to hel remove stains clean carpets and plastics and uv protectio i also invested in a shop vac and i already have 2 customers lined up for this week the only problem is I live in a apartment complex where there are no outlets. So i am wondering is there another solution to running my vaccum or should i invest in a used generator? thank you.
Did you find something out? I’m in the same situation
What do you recommend for a portable power station? I would rather not a generator because your setup smells like gas, loud, and you have to deal with fuel. I feel like a solar rechargable power station would be a better long term option.
How long can you run a steamer on this?
Long enough to do a detail. I've never had a problem
Hey Oscar, you Think an eu10i can supply enough for one machine at a time? :-)
Hey bro do you carry your own water too?
Have you thought of getting into aircraft detailing?
Not yet. There's plenty of cars that need my attention lol
hi oscar , great insight once again . I have the Honda generator also . since you mentioned the predator from harbor freight, how are those generators ? are they any good ?
Thanks for the kind words! Honestly, I didn't get much use out of it as per how I mentioned it in the video. I was always at customers home location and I had power to connect to from their house. However, I would say the Predator is like the Honda except twice everything. Twice as loud, twice as heavy, and probaby not as powerful
Thank you. I was feeling exactly the way you described!
Awesome video brother ! Love your videos is this generator strong enough to run your vac and buffer no issues ?
Yep!
Do you charge for your services before or after? Also what’s the best method of getting paid and preventing chargebacks? Do you come across those often?
Any insight from 2 years later?
how do you ask customer to use their water and power
"Will there be a water spigot and electrical outlet nearby for me to use?"
Thank u oscar. Was looking for one yesterday
Try and find a used one!
what happens if a client's breaker flips during the detail and they aren't home to flip it back? Is there something I can do to prevent this?
This happens often and even if the customer is home. It’s an annoyance to the customer when they was using their day to day power. And then pop goes the power. $500ish for a portable generator or conventional generator is worth it. Having back up power is never a negative. I prefer my own water and power source.
Consider a solar generator. Recommend for the floridians.
does it run you steamer?
It sure does
@@DetailGroove for how long
Great job, thx for the advice!!
You're welcome bud!
I like these episodes. I get out of this one is no customer, no
money equals no need for advanced tools. Otherwise you end up with alot of big toys.
Exactly Patrick
This video was helpful
id buy one at start if you know you need it.
If you stay ready you ain't got to get ready... Suga free
Whay kind off generator i need for my mobile car wash i have a rug doctor an is big
Harbour Freight Predator
I NEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEED ITTTTTTTT!!!!!👹
I fell you im get it later on
Oscar do a compressor one
Well I would, but I don't have one (nor do I plan on it)
why as a business am i relying on using the customers power this is bad business
What kinda business do you have?
Whose House?! #CoogsHouse Keep up the good work.
Haha YUP! Go Coogs :D
Thanks Kayela
Better to have 1
a generator is basically a no brainer if you can't spend 1k extra on top of 3k for other tools then you shouldn't start a business even a online business you need 5k to work it out but there are cheaper ways get used one for example.
I disagree with you because you can use a generator for other jobs also it's not just for auto detailing
Any thoughts and opinion on this setup for power source? th-cam.com/video/5nHqC9KiU-4/w-d-xo.html. Is it good alternative or better than gas generator?
That just looks overcomplicated and very very specific. I'd go with generator
at least you don't have to put gas or maintence on it and best of all it quite. Does your customer location neighbor complain with the noise with the generator is on?
I guess you can see that as a plus. But oil changes takes 5 minutes every so often and filling up gas... well.. that takes about 2 minutes as well.
No, no complaint with the Honda generator.
Never. Customer can provide power.
I do it all the time!
daaamn mocooo with that honda eu2000i dawg???
Get one.