Guess what I’m 15 years of age and thought I would to earn a bit of money so built a trailer and attached it to my bike. And now I’m making roughly £50 on a Saturday for doing 6 cars at a basic clean and a hoover but it does the job and my customers are happy.
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
well done mate thats awesome to hear. keep on grafting
@yeye_will829 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@arifyilmaz35174 ай бұрын
on average how much does it take for each car to be washed?
@Termi-Motovlogs29 күн бұрын
Wish more kids had the get up and go as you go. Set the example Mini King! I'd employ you into my detailing buisness in a heart beat. Enjoy the profits.
@neilpoulton.20523 жыл бұрын
I started out 10 years ago with a autoglym bag a vax hoover and a cheap argos presherwasher running about in my car.And it best thing I ever did.just wish I have someone like this pointing the way back then 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Amazing mate that's great to hear so many people like yourself doing this. Glad I'm not the only one.
@davidf4723 Жыл бұрын
Sorry i know its a year after you commented but you say you went around in a car. Did you use peoples electricity and water supply or what did you do? I want to start i have a washer and a decent size driveway
@DadThatCooks Жыл бұрын
@@davidf4723 There is loads of videos, a lot in the US of mobile detailers I’ve been watching as I wanna go mobile and a really interesting one the other day was a fella saying he has been doing it 20+ years travelling to peoples homes and business and he has only been asked 4 times does he have his own water and electricity. He can charge less as he doesn’t have the unnecessary overheads like generators and water tanks etc and has much more space in his vehicle because of this reason too. I think it’s personal choice but majority seems to be most people are happy. It’s like having a cleaner round and they use your electricity and water etc
@nalindapradeep3242 Жыл бұрын
Any one have any idea about legal side to start this kind of business
@itsrichyx420 Жыл бұрын
@@nalindapradeep3242I guess public liability insurance is a must
@alinizam32853 жыл бұрын
You're a very nice humble guy. Stay blessed brother.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much thats kind to say
@Randel19793 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing, recent redundancy has made me take the leap from obsessed hobby into a job.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@andyprior60993 жыл бұрын
Good luck Rob, wish you all the luck 👍
@MrDoM2K93 жыл бұрын
I spent around a grand getting started up, only had the pressure washer before that. Bought economical versatile products that saved a lot of money, started up in June last year, only do weekends so it's slow going but already made my money back, and re-invested it for my website, more products, and tools. Saving up steadily for a new pressure washer. Most people come to my home but if I go out mobile I'm in my Passat Estate. Hoping to get a van when the time is right to further my business :D great vid as always Dave, huge fan and supporter. Keep it up! From Dom's Detailing :)
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dom. The van will be a time saver when it comes to being organized cars take longer to get sorted with bits in the boot but honestly its definitely not a deal breaker for me. Sometimes i think id be happier running a business out of an estate again
@MrDoM2K93 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing yeah definitely not! I've done about 50 or so cars and only two of them were out on site. More profit for me 😉 but would like a van as you say just to keep more organized, it's a pain dragging all my stuff out of my shed everytime too, adds an hour or so onto each job just setting up and putting away
@c11yan3 жыл бұрын
Very very sensible genuine advise - can’t really fault anything. Valeting in-house for car sales for years. Rare to find someone sensible like this 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much mate appreciate it!
@tomeastman66343 жыл бұрын
Bilt hamber kit would be worth checking out it’s great cleaning power and pretty cost effective.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Hello yes they getting featured in the next business video for people who want to level up from this
@RoadToDetailing3 жыл бұрын
True. Bilt Hamber has such a great product range. 👍🏻
@You-Tuber20243 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing when’s the level up video coming? 🙇🏼♂️
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
@@You-Tuber2024 next few weeks mate I didn't want to bring too much out too soon do focused on basics for beginners. But yes Im on it and have some big collabs with companies who are helping with the filming
@You-Tuber20243 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing already looking forward to it mate 👍🏻
@samhirschfield8533 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks to you I’ve started my own business and have booked a cruise for next year! Thanks so much you are my Idol Dave ❤️
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sam that's incredible mate 👏
@carlpalnoch3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate this video mate, been looking at starting up an auto valeting/detailing business for some time. I've finally made a start and seeing all of the cheap alternatives out there for products that are generally rather expensive makes the idea of establishing a business much more plausible! Glad you're out there taking us beginners into account and giving the advice we need! Also, I'll have some of those spray bottles seeing as you're offering ;)
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
You in the UK? DM me on Instagram and I'll send some out. I got too many
@adam.miles19852 жыл бұрын
How are you doing now? Did you start a valet business? I'm seriously thinking about it myself
@DadThatCooks Жыл бұрын
@@adam.miles1985 Have you started one? I have just made the leap to try it out, bought all the equip yesterday to start in the next couple weeks.
@jamiesumner8311 Жыл бұрын
@@DadThatCookshow’s it going?
@grahamburrell42533 жыл бұрын
Top lad,, once again a great honest ( no old bull) video to watch, lots products to go for and even alternatives to, thanks mate keep them coming 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. Not my usual type of video but it's nice to do something educational for a change
@philhulkes86593 жыл бұрын
I started out 8 years ago with karcher k2s and would wear them out every 6 months, now have the kranzle and amazing peice of kit, I also used it use alot of the prokleen range to start
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Well done mate!
@simonraby20643 жыл бұрын
Great video! Definitely made me confident I can go out and make my hobby into my dream job! Thank you!
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Amazing well done mate. it's a good job. Yes it has challenges but so does every job. I love the freedom
@TsLeng2 жыл бұрын
Sonax BSD is the win. Even for the diy car washes, it's the one to go for. Actually, for the DIY-er, it's probably the only one you need.
@You-Tuber20243 жыл бұрын
I’ve been smashing through your content lately and really appreciate videos like this. Information all in one place with the added links. I’ve just bought a new car and been wanting ways to keep her in tip top condition. Nice one 👍🏻
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much mate genuinely means so much
@paulglaser649 Жыл бұрын
You really are trying to help people get started. What a great bloke !
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I honestly try in whatever way I can
@th3chrisstott3 жыл бұрын
There definitely needs to be a couple of sequel videos to this for mid and then high level when people progress to higher level
@th3chrisstott3 жыл бұрын
Sorry I meant to say this is an awesome vid too…
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Hello mate yes there already is in development. I really wanted to do something incredibly basic for the people who want to learn and Don't know much about the industry so I'll have one soon my friend 😁
@andyprior60993 жыл бұрын
So on point with this and glad I have done alot your way already starting out but still some really good tips. Thanks Dave
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate happy to help. As long as someone gets something positive from this video then it's totally worth it
@simonhesbrook17613 жыл бұрын
What a cracking video, loads of great recommendations for anyone, never mind setting up a new business. Thanks.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Simon, happy to help as many people as possible
@harrygager88043 жыл бұрын
Loving these videos. I'm currently serving in the military and looking to get out (causing to much strain on mental health) finding it hard to leave for anything other than this as its a passion. (Waffling on now ill stop!). I think I've watched the vast majority of your videos over the last few days! could you do a video on how long you put to one side for a particular type of wash (what makes the money worth it). When you up sale, and about money? not personally but how seasonal the business is and how to work around it? Thank you again!
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate yes as winter sets in I'll be focusing on types of winter upsells and look at ways to show how I made money in colder months with times etc... Happy to help 🙏
@harrygager88043 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing thank you!
@mason263923 жыл бұрын
I’m in the exact same position. Doing the clicks next month. Used to do this as a hobby before and did make it into a small business back then but had to stop due to been sent away too much. What area are you looking to work in?
@harrygager88043 жыл бұрын
@@mason26392 im currently in Kent at the moment however looking to move it more towards norfolk. how about you pal?
@mason263923 жыл бұрын
@@harrygager8804 currently in Wiltshire but will be moving things back up to Yorkshire in a yesr or so. Starting just before winter might not be the best idea though 😂
@MrMoz08873 жыл бұрын
B&M bargains for spray bottles on a budget. Gardening section... Can pick them up for £1 each for a £1 size one.... Do the job. Also for the carpets, a tile and grout brush (non metal) for about 2 quid on ebay would be a shout. Great for getting down the side of seat rails. Another top video mate. Been building mine on a budget and a few of these you mentioned are in my arsenal. Use my Volkswagen bora to go to customers houses and I just about manage to get all my stuff in. The titan hoover is a little demon as well. P. S did a full valet today on a 10 year old fiesta... Couldn't feel my fingers in - 3 weather. Brutal
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Argh man. Even if it wasn't lockdown I wouldn't of done today. Back in the day I used to work in snow but it took such a drain on my body. Yeah I should of done some eBay mentions maybe next time. I love a good deal at b&m 😁
@MrMoz08873 жыл бұрын
Couldn't do the snow. That's too far. I warmed up after a bit but the first 20 mins were rough. Hands were dead but luckily my customer let me use their hot tap so got warm after a while. Still my body was fooked after it though
@markgoscinski35093 жыл бұрын
brilliant ,thanks for taking the time .Massive motivation now
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark happy to help 👍
@stephanmurphy9093 жыл бұрын
Just came across your site interesting and informative I started out 30 years ago here in Ireland with my car a Kew hobby power washer aqua hoover polishes interior cleaners and compound doing it by hand first done some training with a valeting company in another area so you have some knowledge I got some cars from dealer s and I was on my way I later got a van and a electric polisher I also started doing carpet upholstery cleaning as I got bigger better Hoover's I still do some valeting and carpet upholstery cleaning to this day but now I am older. I still have some of my earlier customers it's a job you must have patience and eye for detail now alot of new products cars are better protect ed it's a nice business and when you transform a grubby car and show it to the customer and when it makes the happy it a great sense of achievement you meet alot of people and nice to work on nice cars I have enjoyed my hetic years car valeting and still enjoying it at 62 best wishes to all taking the plunge
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Well done this is a fantastic comment 🙏
@ManxAndy3 жыл бұрын
Great video.....I used all AG products to start with, Do the job, and available everywhere....lucky to have the means and ability to kit a van out straight off, Nissan Vanette , 11 year old £2000....had a lot of work done on it, lasted 2 years.....saved while still working full time , fitted genny, washer, inverter , bought best hoover and rest of the gear I could afford, spent 6 months putting the lot together, before taking the plunge, and going full time.....👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Hi Andy great strategy 👌. I like that. If you ever want to share anything on our Detailing group (Detailing network) that may help people please do 🙏
@ManxAndy3 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing I certainly will, just been a bit hectic recently, 14 hours done yesterday, we cleared 2 days work in one day, due to snow forecast today....didn’t want customers travelling in adverse weather, and we get a weekend off....👍🇮🇲
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
It's grim today mate. So cold beyond belief
@ManxAndy3 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing that’s why we planned ahead, minus 3 here, with 40 mph gales, so in reality it’s minus 12 windchill, we struggled washing yesterday, freezing on cars before we got them indoors, only so much warm water in you’re buckets will do, havnt snow foamed a car in a week, we are just precasting with citrus magic , doesn’t tend to freeze as easily....we lost 3 weeks in January, full lockdown here, so our next free dates are after Easter.....full on, full time , but loving it .....apart from the cold, I’m getting old 🤣🤣🤣
@Has2137 ай бұрын
Really good informative video Any chance you could make a vid where u recommend the items regardless of price just what you recommend cheap or slightly more expensive to complete full on details Respect the channel btw keep it up 💪
@epicautomotivedetailing7 ай бұрын
yes definitely a great idea
@Has2134 ай бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailingany chance you made ever video mate?
@epicautomotivedetailing4 ай бұрын
@@Has213 it's still on my list with about 50+ videos so will fit it in for sure
@keithpowell43143 жыл бұрын
Awesome video almost matching my list i have had on the back burner. Thanks you taking the time to put this together and uploading.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Pleasure as long as some people find it useful then I'm happy
@markbelsey40034 ай бұрын
Great content, I love cleaning my car, it’s great therapy for me. My heart sinks when I see people queuing for these hand car wash establishments.
@masterdcx2 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to start my own valet business just getting all of the chemicals a that started this video is a great help as is your channel
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate appreciate
@ecozonedetailing11093 жыл бұрын
Started with my 5 door Vauxhall Corsa and offered waterless wash. That`s a really good low budget startup option. Now I am searching for a van as I pretty much outgrown my Corsa with all the equipment I have.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Well done mate one step at a time. You've done the hardest bit which is getting started.
@katyg38733 жыл бұрын
Keep an eye on Lidl and Aldi for cleaning brushes. Really good quality been using mine for years. The range is also good for brushes, caddies, mt towels etc.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Definitely keeping my eye on for their bargains
@conned2 жыл бұрын
I just got myself a nice accessory, a wheeled stool! Old knees now, can't squat for long detailing....good information,Stay Well!
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for commenting. I feel your pain. My knees are killing me all the time
@davidjameskelly18043 жыл бұрын
Great video,Love your sense of humour,I’ve been valeting and doing concourse work for years but recently started doing it as a business,Early days but I’m really enjoying it,I’ve got a bit of a niche market in that I’m cleaning horse wagons and trailers plus the vehicles that tow them,Thanks for your advice
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Wow that's brilliant. Totally amazing idea 👌
@rickybaskerville44893 жыл бұрын
Just starting out part time alongside my day job. Your videos are helping massively thank you!
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Nice one that's great mate
@paulcloughton40003 жыл бұрын
Great vid and very informative,some good products,the flunkys are great and the yum brushes are so soft👍look forward to the next great vid✊
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul. Next video is going to be a good one 😉
@joeporter13 жыл бұрын
What a great channel and sound guy! subbed. Day 1 of planning my new venture and have just spent £120 on basic chemicals and equipment (before watching this video!)
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, got a business playlist and fee videos coming this week about pricing
@coley2403873 жыл бұрын
Really good video this 👌 I'm not even planning to start a business but great simple product advise with no faff! I already use premium products but this is still so helpful.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Nice one thank you very much. Just happy to help
@startingtech39003 жыл бұрын
157 like (including mine) NO DISLIKES. Mate you are popular bro! going on vacation tomorrow with my girl to San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf at the marriot hotel for a kings room! detailing has been awesome for me. Already have some good money saved (10k) and all my equipment bought in cash (no debt). Thanks for your motivation and tips! keep the vids cranking out appreciate your knowledge!
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Have a great holiday. Hope you get some normality over there. It's very cold here in UK. Everyone stuck in doors. Need some sunshine 🌞. Good luck with your business 👏
@startingtech39003 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing thank you mate. Very kind of you. Just a small stay for a night and celebrate Valentine’s Day with my lady. Detailing has been hard work like you said it hasn’t been easy but we keep at it. The weather here isn’t much better but hope it gets better over there. Cheers mate 🍻
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate have fun 😁
@ciaran.laverty Жыл бұрын
Watching these videos just to learn how to wash my own/partners/family cars better but slowly more tempted to offer a washing service for my local rural area. Great video thanks
@dalydetailz21203 жыл бұрын
Oh, and I'm also glad that you mentioned make up brushes. I've been using some, but I thought I would face ridicule for it, not that I care that much.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with makeup brushes. Think Detailing has become a very judgemental industry based on things like this and using methods and sometimes it's nice to bring that balance back. Thanks for the tweet too 👍
@jcoul1sc3 жыл бұрын
Far too soft, paint brushes best imo. Also cut them down.
@gingerphil3 жыл бұрын
I love Power Maxed tfr, essential at this time of year. 👍 If anyone is looking for a cheap but powerful snowfoam try non-caustic Snowstorm With TFR Snowfoam from Jennychem, as the name suggests it's a snowfoam with traffic film remover so you can cut out the tfr stage and go straight to this. I've tried many snowfoams like Bilt Hamber Autofoam, Wax Planet 8 Below, AutoGlym Polar Blast but nothing cuts through road grime like this stuff. 👍 It's £16.50 for 5 litres and in winter I only need 40ml of product in 500ml of water. In the summer I can halve it to 20 or 25ml. 😎
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Haven't tried jennychem yet. Power maxed is a solid tfr. Thanks for watching sorry it's a long one lol
@trucker57222 жыл бұрын
Great video very decent of you to share your experience and point new starters in the right direction.
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate that's kind of you. Just happy to help others from my mistakes
@dalydetailz21203 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video. Top advice to anyone who wants to start out in car valeting or detailing. I personally can't recommend Sonax brilliant shine detail spray enough. It is utterly brilliant, no silicone, so I can use it in my shop, and its cheap as chips. I have even diluted it down, and used as a sort of drying aid. Top stuff Dave. I look forward to your poundland video.💪💪👊👊👏👏
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Kevin, appreciate your support on the channel 🙏👏
@drivemotorsphilippines Жыл бұрын
My Man!✨💯😎
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
🙏
@conned2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir, your videos n clever information helps me through my covid days. Stay safe n all best to your business n Video s
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@robtallentire10513 жыл бұрын
Good video mate and insight!! Been in the same job for 26 years and probably don’t have the bottle to start off like you just in case it went tits up!😬😬
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Go for it mate! It is tough but I believe in you! And more important just believe in yourself 💪
@YusufR7773 жыл бұрын
Ive got a Karcher K4 control , once i break even il be investing into the Xpert. Great Video ! Il be using my car ! Im taking the leap . Will defo look into Williams Interior as im using Valet Pro at the moment
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching mate. There are other brands as well for interior cleaners so these are just some top picks from when I needed them the mist 👌
@johnstarrs37765 ай бұрын
Hi been watching your vids for a month now and there really helpful and educating as I am in the process of starting my own business looking for some advice on the best products that you use thank you again your great
@epicautomotivedetailing5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 🙏
@sixtysecondsofstephens23863 жыл бұрын
Great video showing the very cost effective products.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much. Bit basic but it will help others who need it
@ronaldmaxwell45793 жыл бұрын
Great information well done lad☺
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much
@JLomax-253 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on the pros and cons of using or asking customer for a water and electric supply as i want to start a detailing business but i reckon that will be my main problem. Love this video helped me a lot with more information and knowledge
@bulldogmushrooms63643 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. This can help so many people with starting a business 👏
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@evantaylor7465 Жыл бұрын
for glass cleaner you can use a 1.1 dilution of windscreen wash as its safe on tint I use it and it works very well
@johnp21243 жыл бұрын
Great video with lots of good advice I started by buying a used valeting van with all the equipment for £2k , theres always people giving the trade up after investing thousands and finding out they struggle to run the business For chemicals don't forget autosmart, Nielsen's , autoglym , valetpro , jennychem , carchem and autobirite plus loads of other trade suppliers Most car detailing suppliers sell trade size aswel , Amazon is usually dear for trade products. For microfibers try paragon microfiber, they supply to the trade and are good quality and very well priced You always recommend karcher power washers but I didnt get on with them , i found nilfisk a far better machine that's in the same price range But the ultimate set up is a good Honda generator ec3600 which will power everything and never mis a beat, mines is 7 years old and the kranzle k7 but you'll pay £600 plus for each You'll find your constantly trying new products and updating your equipment as you work but that's part of the fun in valeting
@johngatland3 жыл бұрын
Really good video Dave, cheapest phosphoric acid wheel cleaner, Quantum alloy wheel cleaner is from VAG dealerships 5L around £8 also Astonish glass cleaner is very good 750ml around £1-£2. All the best.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Hello John. Yeah I know a local place close to me that sells it for cheaper in bulk but they are a small local firm. Thanks for watching mate 🙂
@karllelliott6813 жыл бұрын
I agree with Chris Stott - got to have an intermediate (still important knowledge to be gained for most) and advanced level (less relevant I guess as folks will learn more as they go along and develop) presentations. Lots of content here Dave and some useful pointers for all folks with an interest in getting stuck in. I also like the way you respond to so many comments, very polite. Also (and I know it's subjective) I am 'deffo' uglier (and older) than you so don't worry as there's also someone somewhere worse off :)
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank You karl. I already planned the next video for people who want to get to the next level so ill probably have that out in next 3-4 weeks. Love to mix videos up so will be uploading a disaster detail next and a few vlogs to keep everyone happy 😀
@davidplant-p7i9 ай бұрын
Dave your a legend , your tips and advice are so valuable , keep up with the videos great work
@epicautomotivedetailing9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 🙏
@NurullAhmine2 ай бұрын
Great guy and great advise, thank you
@epicautomotivedetailing2 ай бұрын
Thank you
@LothianValet3 жыл бұрын
The budget isn't far from what i had spent to start with, but i got a 2nd hand power washer, generator and van and was about 5k and started replacing equipment with new after about a year. Products went straight to autosmart as it was the main big company i know. Im now using other companies thats cheaper and with the same quality of chemicals. I started with many of them including neil brushes.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Nice one yeah I watch your videos. Very real my friend 👏
@LothianValet3 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing much appreciate it. Your video's are great. Unfortunately i must have caught the last 3mins of this video this morning so have to re watch it
@andyfinch46062 жыл бұрын
Hi I found this video so useful iv been putting of valeting on my own for the past 5 years but doing the odd peoples as abit of extra cash, however I found myself charging to less and it deflated me. This year iv decided to try again using your advice and iv taken on a brand new approach. I don't have a van but I'm doing it from my car I thought it was the van and watertank because I'm starting this from nothing. Iv done the logo and got my first clean on Sunday
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Well done mate. I raised my prices last month and if anything it's made life so much better
@Steve-K.G.2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video mate, thank you. I am 50/50 whether to start out on my own. I love detailing, I find it very rewarding but I am 52 and have arthritis and also lack confidence. Hurts just to do my own motors lol
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Hello my friend. Hope arthritis doesn't stop you. I won't lie it's very stressful from a business point of view. It's very different from my when you do your own but if you manage it with say 2 cars a day you can really enjoy it
@Steve-K.G.2 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing Cheers pal. Yeah, giving it some real thought to be honest. I love doing cars, always had compliments etc but as you say doing 2 a day may give me insight I need to make up my mind. Love the videos, keep 'em coming :-)
@speckledjim98952 жыл бұрын
@@Steve-K.G. I'm 55 and been doing valets and detailing for 3 years now. Won't lie to you, it ain't easy, but it gets me off my arse and keeps me busy!
@Baldyjock48463 жыл бұрын
This is perfect thankyou. Went to halfords today only to be overwhelmed with chemicals but am gettin somewhere now thanks to you. Lookin to do my very first detail in next couple of weeks hopefully. Two bucket method though as lacking some equipment. Subbed.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 🙏
@jonnyshielldetailing2 жыл бұрын
A great video for all beginners ❤
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. Think this one helped fair few people
@Jawwxd3 жыл бұрын
Great video mate appreciate the advice, you’ve got a new subscriber 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate appreciate every sub I get 🙏
@nathanbrookes53763 жыл бұрын
Cheers Dave that was really helpful!
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate appreciate it
@pauloag1977 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant advice!
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul 😀
@MYNYDD-MOTO2 жыл бұрын
Been looking at starting up a small car cleaning business myself, I’m extremely lucky i have a massive garage and four court, plus a few of the essentials from being a hobbyist, but I would like to commit and actually make some money from it, it would be a dream to work from home doing this, great video,
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much. Sounds amazing. If you got enough space go for it. That's half the battle finding a good location
@MYNYDD-MOTO2 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing yeh we renovated an old decommissioned petrol station on a village, came with a old commercial garage and plenty of outside space, has a lot of potential
@LuciferMorningstar666663 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video again!
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much mate. Happy if it helps anybody 🙏
@eamonkelly27923 жыл бұрын
Great video there is a cheap but great window cleaner called astonish anti fog glass cleaner I think it's in poundland or here in Ireland in a few cheap shops for 1.50. Can't wait to see what's in the next middle range video 👍👍👍👍👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you mate that will be out next month
@mickydoyle97263 жыл бұрын
Inspirational as always
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Micky appreciate it mate
@mitchell_9709 Жыл бұрын
For starting off Would it be acceptable to use the customers power for the pressure washer ? or do you recommend investing in a generator.
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
I never ever used a generator for work
@alamkhan-oh9jf2 жыл бұрын
Great detailing advise. I’m professional and totally agree with everything. Sonax BDS he just plugged the whole scene 😅😂😂 god bless and god speed
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend
@outdooradventures923 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video the few cars I've done ATM. I've used turtle Wax original and meguiar's ultimate black plastic restorer and I've had others ask me to do there car aswell. But one thing I will say is I've been machine buffing the cars. I've ordered a few different spray on waxes from turtle Wax to try on mini valets 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
The ceramic spray coating is amazing but make sure you have damp towel to remove those smears
@daveroberts7033 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video THANK YOU MR WALKER 👍👌🙌
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave. Happy to help
@EverythingCarsandMoreECAM3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Personally I would use garage therapy but for starters they are good ideas for car cleaning chemicals.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Hiya, it's all about finding products on a budget as some people feel inadequate when they can't afford more premium brands in this industry. In a perfect world yes 100% they are amazing. The shampoos are class 👌
@EverythingCarsandMoreECAM3 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing I agree
@EverythingCarsandMoreECAM3 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing only using what I found in my garage at the moment
@alantaylor74073 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the links for 🐉 blood, just ordered myself some. Keep up the good work.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Nice one. Its a good start for anyone with limited budget 👌
@alantaylor74073 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing can you use this on the lower body work ?. I'm seriously thinking about setting up as used to back in the day but it's changed alot and couriering keeps me very busy, worth doing when you have you're own van.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
@@alantaylor7407 yes 100% safe on paintwork
@alantaylor74073 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing lovely, thank you, keep up the great job.
@huttonsteel731 Жыл бұрын
I have tried to purchase from aliexpress but they don't deliver to where I stay. I live in Aberdeen a city which is the oil and gas capital of europe and yet we are deemed as being too far away. Preposterous! I absolutely love your videos, best valeting and detailing videos on KZbin.
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. Apologies for late reply. So many to get through
@markslater35943 жыл бұрын
thanks for your amazing videos and all the hard work that goes into them.how are you coping with lockdown, do you see yourself getting back to work soon.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. I just can't wait to get back out. I have done a few days work but only because I got permission from government as it's for TV show
@sohankhan93066 ай бұрын
Can you make a £500 budget tools video for new start ups :)
@that1mikey Жыл бұрын
Fantastic informative video. Thank you dude. New sub here
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@leeyarnold6282 Жыл бұрын
Some great information here
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@kiscsori3 жыл бұрын
You are brilliant mate 👌👌best video ever 👏 Planning to start but stuck with the services and the prices how to set don't have any idea 🙄🥴 Any good tips how to work out the prices and the services please? ☺
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Already filmed that today mate. Coming very soon. I got a complete breakdown of everything you need to know. Stay tuned
@edpowell4963 жыл бұрын
Best vid yet
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank You so much mate!
@charlien81483 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! Just at the right time too. I know it's subjective and vehicle dependent but what would you consider a fair price to charge clients for your basic wash &go and valet etc...
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
For me it depends on what type of car and client. A good average is to charge 35-50. Personally I wouldn't do too cheap valets as it's a lot of work for very little money
@CL4SSiCS3 жыл бұрын
Quick update : it's been about 3 months since I applied auto glym super resin polish and the water still beeds and there is no sheeting at all. I've done about 4 washes.
@leecoombs46223 жыл бұрын
Great video matey. Even as a weekend warrior you dont relise what you spend.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lee, YEah it can get costly and it does all add up
@Simon-kh2dd3 жыл бұрын
Great video
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Simon 👍
@AB-C13 жыл бұрын
Another great video thanks mate 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your support 🙏
@joemoore55703 жыл бұрын
You should do a domestic pressure washer being used with a gun like mosmatic quick release, videos are awesome
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Got so many videos coming up this year so hopefully I'll get round to doing more pressure washer videos 👌
@lyndonwatkins12 жыл бұрын
Have you ever tried pledge furniture polish it’s 90 percent bee’s wax wipes off easily and the water just shoots off.I only used it once and the car was like a mirror on a sunny day.and it didn’t take any paint off on the rag.
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
I'll admit when I first ever started back in the day i did try it on the interior plastics
@Thenoobity13 жыл бұрын
Nice video mate 😁 just wanted to ask how you calculate cost per car? I’ve been valeting for 4 years, recently started on my own due to redundancy but have never tracked chemical use whatsoever! I’ve started with the basics, cleaned one car and measured how much chemical was used right down to the ml, broken down the cost and rounded it up so I have enough room to factor in bigger/dirtier vehicles. Was thinking about seeing how many cars I get from 1 bottle of product, then dividing the cost of the bottle by the number of cars to get an average. Would love to hear your insight mate keep it up 😁👍🏼
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
To be honest I've done it so long now I've just learnt averages as each job is different. Trade chemicals are getting so cheap now it works out at a few quid per car
@Thenoobity13 жыл бұрын
@@epicautomotivedetailing nice one! Definitely think it’s something I’ve been overthinking far too much. I’ve always been a bit OCD 😂 will probably lean more towards this approach and make sure a few quid on each job will cover materials! Thanks millions for your input mate, have a nice day and look forward to your upcoming video!
@cameronmahmood76913 жыл бұрын
Just stated to watch your videos and I love everyone of them, don’t loose the banter 😂 love it
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Banter is coming back. Got more people joining the madness soon 👍
@nigellewis84612 жыл бұрын
hi mate great video on the subject of hose pipes , i tend to use the ones that expend
@JohnPooley-te9ei2 ай бұрын
Nice1..Epic & thank u
@grumpygrandpa3640 Жыл бұрын
This vid could do with an update as things have moved on price wise and product wise but good tips non the less 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing Жыл бұрын
yes your totally right. as soon as my unit is finished ill be uploading a new version
@TheTeejay733 жыл бұрын
A wonderfully easy to follow guide - thanks so much for your time on putting this together, it has helped me make the decision to start a side hustle doing this! One question, though. I know and fully accept that long term I'll need a van, water tank and a generator, however, on a short term note how do clients react if you have to use their utilities such as electric? Would it be an idea to ask the question if they mind at the point of contact?
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Honestly I've never known it to be a problem. Just be confident and ask and people will understand. If they don't then perhaps they aren't the right customer for you 🙏
@ashtonrolph-ridley5573 жыл бұрын
3 pieces of daily Mail ....wet flucky or 3m Equivalent windows look the bomb 💣..... when the paper starts falling apart load up with another 3 = JOB DONE
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Used to use newspaper back in the day 👌
@ashtonrolph-ridley5573 жыл бұрын
I luv the fact me and you our old skool valeters / Detailers ......you channel is a Breath of fresh air.....tell me we’re are you based,if I was in the area I’d pop by and say hello.,talk about old Skool valeting tips........plus have a cuppa tea ....keep the good work up cheers M.
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
@@ashtonrolph-ridley557 Hello Im very close to Gatwick (south england) always happy to say hi
@RX8Luna3 жыл бұрын
I've been using my Suzuki jimny for my mobile detailing business haha
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Yes get in 💪, I love the Jimmy. Hilarious good fun and great in winter. I'm actually jealous my favourite car
@TruckerMatty933 жыл бұрын
The autoglanz valet range is really good
@epicautomotivedetailing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. May feature them soon
@LawrenceTimme5 ай бұрын
Screw using wheel acid. I only used it for a few months and it totally destroyed my wheels 😔😔 have to get them refurbished now at huge expense.
@Langwigcfijul4 ай бұрын
How often in those months have you used it?
@mikeharrison50872 жыл бұрын
I didn't know dash sprays were bad for your lungs. Thanks for the information great guide 👍
@epicautomotivedetailing2 жыл бұрын
Yeah mate they are so toxic
@davidhawthorne50263 жыл бұрын
You should try the duel products range if you could do a video on it cos I use them and I find them great. To use