How to Start a Parking Lot Cleaning Business: $35+ Per Hour on the Side

With the goal of earning an extra $1000 a month, Blademir decided to start a parking lot cleaning business on the side from his day job. Today, it's a 6-figure business managing more than 30 parking lots in the New York City area.
In this interview he breaks down:
0:46 Blademir's inspiration to start a parking lot cleaning business
3:45 How he got his first paying customer
7:25 Pricing a parking lot cleanup business
10:55 Startup costs and equipment needed
15:55 Bringing on independent contractors to expand
18:20 Finding more prospects to call
29:39 The tools and software Blademir uses to manage the business
36:20 What's next for Blademir and his business
40:22 Blademir's #1 tip for Side Hustle Nation
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Thanks so much for tuning in!

[@valeriedonkoh9465]

Those complaining about the video, just listen. Sheesh! No need to watch the distraction. I was able to listen with no problem to my sanity.

[@NickLoper]

Thanks for tuning in, Valerie!

[@Thebluesky0311]

is it just me or this video is very jumpy?

[@steves4415]

It’s jumpy.. and Unwatchable

[@NickLoper]

Apologies for that Trevor - I’ll check with the production software to see what might be causing that.

[@secretpowerinu]

It’s you T … hehe 😄

[@Gmason]

Great info!! New fan of the show. 👍🏽

[@NickLoper]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@TheRm65]

Getting workers can be a real problem. No one really wants to go out in the middle of the night when it's raining to pick up trash. And many workers will try to cut corners (which is why Blademir wisely has them take photos). The work itself is really nothing, but managing the workers and the business can become a hassle.

[@NickLoper]

As in any business :) Thanks for watching Di Di!

[@johnb6850]

How about newly retired seniors looking for part time early morning work. Good work for them and the walking keeps them healthy

[@vittaveve1939]

I work for a parking lot clean up business. I get paid 4hrs at $15 hr & finish my job in about 90 mins… so essentially I’m making about $35 too 😊

[@NickLoper]

That works too.

[@gerardchendriah9750]

Hi. How are the Payment done. On invoice or statement. Sometimes we waiting 30 to 60 days or more for Payment

[@talebsidi395]

Good show ,

[@NickLoper]

Thanks for watching!

[@splitint3021]

How often are Property Managers are willing to pay for such a service continuously?

[@NickLoper]

Apparently often enough to build a business. You never know until you ask!

[@valerieantone]

Did you register a DBA name for checking account?

[@gogurletc8170]

I was just about to ask how do you know how much to charge? Thanks for this

[@NickLoper]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@patrickboaz66]

What is the name of cleaning company that blademir is getting his parking lot cleaning supplies?

[@NickLoper]

Litter Licker I think

[@rebel8215]

Quick question. So when he says he went to a store and asked for the manager, is he talking about the store manager or the actual property manager?

[@MeandMyself-r3i]

Property management I believe has authority to make a deal and sign contracts with vendors

[@jeffdorris5321]

Hit the like button 👍

[@NickLoper]

Thanks for watching, Jeff! Definitely an inspirational story 👍

[@muhamadoukijera9037]

Is there Anyway I can get in touch with blademir

[@NickLoper]

He’s at www.litterfreelots.nyc

[@user-be6rp7yu7f]

Is my math really bad? Did his hours per day workout to about an hour if it took 20min per lot?

[@NickLoper]

Not sure. But imagine there’s transportation time between the properties, before delegating to other sweepers on the team.

[@muhamadoukijera9037]

Anyway i can get in touch with Blademir

[@NickLoper]

He’s at litterfreelots.nyc

[@jacobchavez7279]

Do you need to have insurance?

[@NickLoper]

I imagine a general liability policy would be good to carry. Our partner CoverWallet specializes in small business insurance: www.sidehustlenation.com/coverwallet

[@peterbahi0227]

Use Next Insurance. They have Debris Removal insurance available. It's only like $35 a month. Makes you look more professional

[@SoundEff3ct]

the video webcam is un watchable its skipping frames

[@NickLoper]

Yeah we had some technical issue on the recording for this. The audio is clean if that’s helpful: just scroll to episode 522 of The Side Hustle Show in any podcast app: link.chtbl.com/sidehustle

[@techcontinuum7421]

13:48

[@OOCASHFLOW]

Does he have a street sweeper truck that he uses for his properties at all?

[@NickLoper]

I don’t believe so.

[@daviddenson3324]

What does "450 for $100 per month" even mean? Lol Makes no sense at all

[@NickLoper]

Sorry for the confusion, David. Where are you seeing that?

[@daviddenson3324]

@@NickLoper at the 9:19 mark