My Auto Detailing Business Structure & How You Can Copy It!!!

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My Auto Detailing Business Structure & How You Can Copy It!!! In this video we talk about my exact auto detailing business strategy, why I focus on certain key areas, and how you can do the exact same thing! Detailing businesses without specific long term goals are doomed to fail. Building an auto detailing business where your only business is new customers and more phone calls is not actually building on a long term strategy that will allow you to step back and maximize profits over time. While I love new customers as much as anyone, it is necessary to develop a system that causes your business to operate more and more profitably. Here's how I did it, and you can too!
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[@AMindInOverdrive]

I'm 45 years old and thinking of leaving a desk job to do a more active job - I'm learning lots from this young guy. Thanks for all the great content ;-) I liked, subscribed and hit the bell

[@jeffg.5091]

I’m doing the same thing at 46. Can’t wait to start! Good luck to you in your journey Mark! And check out Auto Fetish Detail. Darren Priest has a lot of great information also.

[@alejinoo8920]

Isn’t it amazing how no matter how old we get, we always learn for any age group 😎

[@AngelRodriguez-zm9rz]

Good luck bro ❤️👍

[@matthewthompson3830]

Your age? ​@@alejinoo8920

[@matthewthompson3830]

​@@jeffg.5091I hope it's going well!

[@jacksonwilliams6827]

Actually started charging people what I wanted to charge them instead of telling myself they’d say no before I even ask and did an interior detail that took me 2.5 hours for $100! Love your stuff can’t wait for your course!

[@leesenshan]

You just nailed it! keep up the great work!

[@ZackScriven]

That’s okay but aim higher! Atleast $50/hour

[@ChinoV]

@@ZackScriven $100 for 2.5 hrs is $40 an hour, minus the cost of the supply & equipment (wear & tear). I use to think $50 an hour is outrageous until I started learning more about detailing lately. You are right, $50 an hour sounds ideal and a reasonable goal for the original commentator.

[@jirensentry7609]

Should be $125 to $175 for interior maintenance plus $50 $80 for exterior. That price increases as the task is more difficult which takes more time, skill, and product.

[@TheUndertones559]

The Casio calculator watch. I see you.

[@davidgomez5116]

Lol

[@MrMarCars]

I'm 13 and since I love detailing my family's vehicles I actually gave it a thought and yes you have a very good point. I think I should go starting my detailing business.

[@RareRS]

Yes

[@alejinoo8920]

Do it Champ you got a bright future ahead of you

[@kavehsaviation1921]

do it bro im 13 and i made 1k this summer with my detailing business

[@AngelRodriguez-zm9rz]

@@kavehsaviation1921 fr?

[@rufusreeves1287]

Go for it

[@pawelkapica5363]

I really appreciate this type of video. People rarely talk in depth about their thought process like this.

[@jamarparker6324]

Ive been detailing for 10 years on and off. I'm 27 now. I've been trying to think of a way to structure my company, to give myself more time but also a profitable company. Ive been on the fence about hiring employees and you just gave me a great idea. thank you for the knowledge!!!!!

[@GodGivenTalentz]

Hey man, how is everything going with your business now?

[@williamcolon6440]

You’re awesome dude. Im really happy i found this page. Keep it up!

[@danielmaserrat5060]

This is an awesome video. So many of the topics and ideas you've talked about are so true and logical yet I don't hear enough of them. Great content keep it up!

[@cussinirishdesigns3977]

Thank you so much for these videos!! I feel a little overwhelmed watching them lol bc I have never cleaned my car that much but watching your tips and tricks makes it look way easier. I am looking into the steamer and vacuum you use so my dad and I can have car cleaning days together. Thank you!! Oh can you do a review of your difference all purpose cleaners you like?

[@audreykoller8006]

Thank you for the consistent and valuable content!

[@rauljimenezjr.4088]

Very good content. Garrett spoke very highly of you. Nothing but respect for a hardworker and i admire the way u got where u are at. Hats off. KEEP PUTTING THIS INFO OUT FOR US IM FROM LAREDO TEXAS. U GETTING IT BROTHER.

[@reubenndulor3269]

Loved this video Luke. I found the information very valuable for myself moving forward. Thank You

[@bobthebuilder6938]

I love the passion in your work

[@kyleranderson5557]

This video can be applied to most service style business’s. Yard work, mowing grass, garage cleaning, detailing, etc etc. people who can’t/don’t have time need these services so it just works

[@cartubdetailing]

Definitely agree with the logics of maintenance clients once you start to streamline your first contact clients. Great video Luke as always. When those brushes coming back?

[@noisefactory8330]

Thank you for your videos! Thank you for your knowledge! Most of all thank you for existing 🙏🙏🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@joshuaahlstrom3174]

I know I'm late bit I needed to watch this brother. Thanks for sharing

[@Denvercoder]

I’m a software engineer and I found the same thing. I would sell a Website for $8,000 but it would take 3 weeks to build. So If I wanted to make more money I couldn’t add another website because it wouldn’t take me twice as long, it would take me 3 or 4 times as long to finish both. So I started selling “maintenance” packages so once the website was done I would maintain it for $200-300 per month. That maintenance was typically two or three hours per month so I could maintain 20-40 websites per month. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@bryanwillis7746]

How do you get web design clients?

[@carlosg2677]

He’s like I’m tired of all these customers 😂😂😂

[@SkinnedBanana]

These videos are a small course in themselves. Awesome knowledge

[@kynadeelamontakakynsthenix1905]

Really enjoyed the video! def picked up some pointers

[@shinanimedubs1269]

Absolutely awesome video and not something I considered going into the detailing business!

[@keith8197]

Been looking for a video like this really helps thanks

[@JonathanORear]

Can't wait for the course!

[@jeffreykristensen8745]

Dropping jewels. Thanks bro!

[@Randombrah]

I really really enjoy your Interior Detailing and Business Videos. I have a Mobile Detail in Alaska for interiors only so it helps I'm really excited for your course

[@Teedo_Don]

I used to live in Fort Greely/Delta Junction . Blessings

[@Zaragoza7J]

I’m starting my Detailing business. I’m 33 years old and this video helped me a lot.

[@brandoncruse8134]

Awesome story! I Love this page.

[@jorgelopez-zu8wz]

love your videos they really help alot.

[@anthonythebeard]

I have so much gratitude for you my friend. I've learned extremely valuable things from you, many of which have helped me improve the quality of my life even outside of detailing. The thing I appreciate the most is you're younger than I am and you've already got wisdom well beyond your years! Thank you for taking the time to share with everyone. Your effort is definitely noticed and appreciated. Much love from Australia!

[@christianc.6420]

Invaluable information ❤️

[@jaimemarquez7648]

Luke you telling me how you started your business gives me a thriving sensation although you started 3 years before me and I haven’t been detailing for that long you started exactly how I did knocking on doors and printing flyers and I honestly charge the same amount 5$ less but tips go a long way, family would laugh when I told them what I did but at the end of the day it’s a working strategy with not a great pay off but you definitely feel satisfied w your work

[@isaaccastillo3813]

Love this type of content

[@wadetaylor3195]

Just seeing the inside of your customers glove box tells me the expectations they have and why they hire you! OCD meets OCD! Great job!

[@ronancelia]

Exact type of information I needed

[@Ichabod_Jericho]

Meguires APC is good for light fabrics but it does in fact brighten dark fibers, leaves em crunchy too.

[@liononline84]

Thank you Luke, may the God help you more and more.

[@jeremyvanb821]

I have a Tacoma just like this only it’s an awesome blue. Super easy to clean these. I love rubber floor mats. I feel like not having them is a mistake. Super easy to clean and protect the carpet.

[@yoseeev8306]

Wow , you’re are so smart! I hope you never stop to fruit

[@drewharris8142]

Yo I love the vids and information

[@ethadon1]

definitely appreciated brother 👍

[@AdamSTL83]

Great video man, thumbs up here

[@erikr835]

Luke, make a video on the books you read and how you spend your day. I think we would love to see how you learn all your strategies.

[@baileynsonstransportation872]

I'm happy for you!!

[@gysiking6128]

Good video keep raising the prices 👍 (Only thing I learned from the video it's he raised the prices)

[@mobilelegendyt2475]

Hello sir this mohan from nepal.. i just started this job.. n i hav watched all of your videoes.. i hav no words for u.. u r too gud n hope to get more intresting videoes feom ya via youtube.. sorry for my language i know m very bad wid this language.. we just started this buissness.. thanks a lot for helping me.

[@seanmathis7971]

I’m not a car detailer just trying to detail my car lol but found this video and DUUUDE!! I love your business sense and how you dropping a lot of low key knowledge! I run a landscaping company and some of the subtle things you said hit hard for me! Time to kick some ass and take names! 🙌🏼👊🏼

[@abeltatek8645]

How's business going?

[@seanmathis7971]

@@abeltatek8645 Right now! Incredible! Been a great year for construction

[@abeltatek8645]

@@seanmathis7971 that's great! Keep up the great work

[@Dejan_23Unlimited]

You are very smart young man 👍🏼 Thank you for sharing your knowledge ! Any future plans on opening your own shop ?

[@godwarrior7122]

I have a big problem with my OCD. We have alot in common. And i end up doing services that the customer didnt even pay for. I got to cut it out but then i think how God has blessed me and i end up blessing others through extra free service or i give a hi-five discount of 57 dollars off if mentioned from online.

[@isaaccastillo3813]

Thanks for the info

[@keith8197]

Good information on how to start a buisness

[@blakemattingly3]

Been detailing for 6 years now (took auto collision in high school) and i make about a 300-400 a week doing Saturdays and Sundays part time for rn.

[@codyd8084]

Never was interested in courses for detailing. But your content about the buisness side is what I need! Cant wait for your course to come out. About the buisness side more than the physical detailing part. Good work bud

[@MrDoM2K9]

Wicked vid once again Luke, my go-to APC is Surfex HD. I wonder if you have used it? You would love it!

[@sergioh5627]

Damn dude you are the best👌

[@arabfunnies215]

Free game for sure👍🏼

[@albertcarr574]

Luke, everyone has to find what works best for them. Not everyone is computer savvy, I, myself pass out business cards.

[@cjleal168]

I love this channel

[@fredstrayer2290]

Awesome video

[@thedirtydetailer24]

Luke, what did you use on the interior windows? Looks like there were two different bottles/ products. I would assume the first was just a typical glass cleaner or all purpose cleaner but what was the second bottle when you went back around after cleaning all of the interior glass? Thanks and keep up the great videos and information. It is greatly appreciated.

[@hy8482]

Look for broken people who need a helping hand they are hard workers and will make a change. Too many children, very few men, you will find great colleagues! I love detailing it's my hobby, can't even get tired of it!

[@CrisbysHangout]

Yet another great video with alot of great info how much did you charge for a maintenance plan and what services did u provide

[@ryanfitzgerald5772]

Just in the last week I've gained 5 potential long term customers.. next summer I'm looking to start a mobile detailing business. After detailing at Berlin city honda/nissan for 3 years I've decided I'm done working for someone else. just sucks my summers here are 5 months and then snow.

[@berries831]

you’re a boss bro

[@strawberryshortgirl2637]

Im not sure about how you paid employees but I think the best way to retain them longer was to give them an hourly pay on the training then give them potential to earn more after training based off sales.

[@amikeyb1]

I wish you were in AZ. Your a perfectionist! I like your work.

[@trulylegend1999]

I know right! I'm in AZ and I'd love to learn how some tricks to help my business in person from him.

[@Tiffany.Detailer]

It would be awesome to meet him, and detail along side him! I’m a detailer in the east valley, and my process is as similar to his as it can be! Same tools, chemicals etc. I’m Definitely OCD and love cleaning and detailing. Which is why I’m up at 5am because I can’t really detail in the day right now lol but 90° at 5am is better than when the sun is completely out (as you know) 🙂 if you’re in the east valley or know anyone who is looking for a good detail, Message Tillman.detailing on Instagram!

[@dinofrommontrealquebec2278]

Great video.Hi sorry to bother you with all my questions. I wanted to know if i can use a clay mit and iron remover on my ppf. And also can i polish my ppf with sonax perfect finish or another polish. Thank you so much.

[@OfficialProjectz]

Hello brotha hope all is well. Do you have any videos in where you talk about the pricing ? Like a break down. Love the work thanks for all the advice 🙏🏽

[@sheldonnelson2937]

Bruuv THANK YOU

[@Mad-i134]

If you don’t mind me asking what service did you do to this vehicle? And, how long did this take you to do? Nice work man!

[@OWRCLTUR]

Thank you

[@daboiwisper]

Thanks for all your tips. Im actually starting my very first customer this Friday, 2016 Mercedes 550

[@MaximilianTheBassFisherman]

When you drop that course I’m taking it no questions asked

[@RayoBeatz]

i'ma give you a free tip even though i'm really secretive with my current plans but you added a lot a value so heres to the part of the video were you said you didn't want to train and what i'm about to say is obvious but not in the spur of the moment you want to train 1 person mentor that 1 person and make him the trainer pay him to train the crew or if you are lucky like me and used to work at a certain detail shop just recruit the ex manager who did an exceptional job at training people. delegation and structure is important but perhaps i'm not seeing your vision things have changed a lot with all this online stuff so maybe theres something brand new i'm not seeing.

[@Littlebee185]

Hello Wilson, I like the info you share. I’m staring my own mobile car wash business, so I’m trying to get as much information I can do I can be fair with prices and how to pay an employee or employees when it comes to the point that I need more help. Do they get a base pay by hour or by the amount of vehicles they do?

[@MrJamores]

Hi Wilson ..... Do you recommend OPT OPTI - SEAL . I thank you for Sharing your knowledge I am not a professional detailer I am just a man with a 2019 Chevrolet impala metallic gray and I want to keep it looking spectacular I’m learning a lot from you thank you so much for sharing please if you have a video regarding OPTi seal and recommended please let me know thank you very much.

[@pedrorios3126]

Gdo bless your talent great gentleman

[@brandonkozusnik8577]

You story how you started matches my story to a t and here I am owning my own mobile Detailing business

[@fezzyfezz_9040]

I’m almost in the same boat except for wanting to stick through college I’m seriously contemplating going all in for detailing and leaving college for good seeing as it isn’t for me

[@inktheghost]

I’m starting mine and plan to open in the next 4 weeks. An I am looking for my information and even a few one on one possibly to talk about the business.

[@michaeljackson6507]

Hey what up nice job

[@robertsondetailingco.9234]

As a former Meg’s APC user, I would not recommend for interiors. Use a dedicated interior cleaner like P&S interior.

[@jimmiejohnson4712]

Cool and like your route of handling this bro, I was wondering starting out, what do you think is a fair price yo charge for this service?

[@portcityengineering]

the way I grew my detailing business even more was adding property maintenance services ie. pressure washing driveways/houses/awnings and also cleaning solar panel arrays. If My equipment is already out if I can make more cash right away cuts out the packing/unpacking and drive time to the next client. Instead of doing 3-4 $200 ($600-$800) details in a day, say I did 2 $200 details and 2 $200 driveways and 2 $200 solar panel arrays. ($1200)Almost Double the money in the same hours if not less. & depending on the price you choose $200 is just a base number i used.. the only extra tools I needed to add those services to my business was a $80-100 solar extendable panel brush from amazon and a $30 surface cleaner from Home Depot. just something to think about.

[@jaygarcia8137]

What pressure washer do you use

[@portcityengineering]

Briggs & Stratton 3100 PSI 2.1GPM, never use a pressure washer on solar panels tho. Only purified water through the solar panel brush. You can use regular water from the hose when you first start out just make sure you dry them good so you don’t make water spots.

[@jackkiefer569]

how in the world do you fit 4 details in one day??

[@portcityengineering]

Jack Kiefer I mainly do interior details only a handful of paint corrections a year. I find I can make more money in less time doing interiors. And if you get your process tuned I found I can knock out a interior detail in 2-3 hours that’s 8-12 hours of work. What I was trying to explain is you can add in other services to sell to customers you already have. and get it done with the tools you already have, while you’re already there. Cutting out the time packing/unpacking of equipment as well as travel time to the next customer... I hope that makes sense!

[@jackkiefer569]

Jaylen Heres Gotcha. I’m a senior in HS right now and my business is skyrocketing. Right now I’m charging 120 for a full detail on large SUVs, an extra 100 for a full paint correction and 300 for ceramic applications. u think that’s decent? I have my prices in ratios to SUVs for compacts and sedans if that makes sense

[@Tiffany.Detailer]

What GoPro or camera do you have on your head? I’m literally online about to buy one for a trip to Florida next week, and will want one for my detailing one day. KZbin requested me to watch this, and you know I have to watch as many of your videos as I can! Especially when you give out this great advice!

[@zestooo6932]

Looks like the hero 9

[@zestooo6932]

Maybe 8

[@KRAMPUS_G60_16V]

Great.

[@aneciotorres5388]

3:17 that comment about his dad made me laugh idk why lol

[@stopchangingname]

Dope video what chemical did you use for the seats and carpet? Name of Steam machine ? And the yellow machine

[@quan22777]

Can you detail what is considered a “maintenance wash” and how it differs from a full detail?

[@sheldonnelson2937]

I LEARNED MORE ABOUT BUSINESS FROM THIS VIDEO THAN SCHOOL- which I paid for😅

[@buzzynut]

That steam wand is the sh*t

[@iGnashtys]

Do you use the the same brushes from the interior on your tires?

[@Xdrummer606X]

As a Tacoma owner this was a fun watch!

[@inktheghost]

What do you charge for a ongoing upkeep after the first big detail. That you see by weekly

[@edwardduffy8460]

What is a cheap but reasonable steam cleaner and orbital polisher for start out?

[@joaquinherrera4463]

how many months for the auto detailing maintenance like u clean every month or 2?

[@DrLaFuria]

You love that red shirt

[@brensoto2053]

genuinely asking: that steering looks so clean before you did it so what did i not see that made you put so much attention to it?

[@Silverado_EV_ChEVy_Avalanche]

Hey bro, where are you based out of? I run out Window Cleaning business in upstate New York, but I was thinking about adding a couple of clients for detailing for when things are slow. I’m hoping to learn whatever to learn whatever I can

[@notthefirstkylejones5320]

Is it okay to use alcohol water solution to clean tinted windows?

[@kikozaa1140]

Hi bro great video .. Question do need a license for doing auto detailing or a mobile auto detailing??? Hope u answer me thanks bro