Running a "Successful" Mobile Car Cleaning Business without a Van!

In today's car cleaning business video I will show exactly how much money I make in a day using just my car as a mobile detailing unit using just the bare essentials. The idea behind this video is to see if you can run a car cleaning business without the water tank, Without all the equipment and make a decent income from a hard day's work.
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[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Who here uses a car for a detailing/valeting business?

[@claydoncarcare6087]

I use a car for detailing, I have a vw touran. And have had no issues with using water and power from customers. So much better than a van better on fuel etc and save tons of money doing so! It’s more cost affective for me! I think having a van is good but I’m not a guy that’s out here going look at meee! I let my work do the taking to be honest

[@jonlinder189]

Yep, good old Mk1 Skoda Octavia vrs Estate... Enough space without dropping seats, and quick enough to nip between jobs. No issues with water or electricity as all new clients are informed prior to booking. Got a coat for the rain and layers for the cold, and a flask of coffee and snacks... I am considering changing my Karcher K4 for one of the Direct Hoses Black/Grey washers as the units are very compact (33x25cm!) and the detailing kits come with everything you need and a choice of hose lengths.

[@ItsMeKriz]

I detail/Valet out the back of my B8 A4 Avant and while yeah i hope to have a van eventually, im not in panic stations because i my kit bag(auto finesse big bag) pressure washer, 20L titan and bissell spot clean fit in with room to spare 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@ItsMeKriz I need one of those bags. Next year I need to decide what I'm doing with my van because driving it sucks lol

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@jonlinder189 I'd keep my eye on a refurbished karcher xpert. Mine is solid as a rock. My previous 6/13 hd was incredible had it 10 years and in the end sold it because it was getting tired but still worked 👍

[@alamkhan-oh9jf]

Did it in my moms once.. but I rate your channel so much. Mini Cooper One Now I’m in a caddy R

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate that's so kind of you

[@miragexl007]

You made a good point at the end about how strenuous doing this is. Even though it's rewarding. That's why People pay others to do it

[@vr4966]

Totally agree, not much is needed to do a great Job, but its all about your client base.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Totally mate. You can build a great client base

[@HitchinValeting]

I started a few years ago, came out of it, went back into it and had no choice but to use a Astra est, means to an end, had the side windows sign written and constantly had the feeling people were giving me funny looks! In a van now, any how, if you want to start valeting and have too start from a car then it is what it is, great vid.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you, people are so quick to judge when you have a car but honestly if you're good at your job your be fine 👍🙏

[@HitchinValeting]

Yes, that’s what matters at the end of the day.

[@MirandaDetailing]

This was great!! I love the fact that you brought us along for the day. Excellent point on the kid seats, we have it written in our acknowledgement for that the customer reads and signs, that when we remove the seats we only place them back in their spots and they are responsible for reconnecting them. That way we have absolutely no liability at all!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate. Wasn't my most exciting of days but just wanted to reach out to people starting out to show it's not all about having the van and all the equipment 🙏

[@gsmini1749]

Awesome video, I’ve just started my own detailing/valeting business and I do it from my Mini Cooper s!! You just have to be smart with how you position your products and equipment in the back of the car, you can fit more in than you think. Awesome video really informative and it’s going to help me out a lot👍🏻

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you mate appreciate it.I'm making more videos like this so stay tuned

[@gsmini1749]

@@epicautomotivedetailing awesome mate, I’ve subbed to see more👍🏻🤘

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@gsmini1749 thank you very much. Got 2 new super car videos coming this weekend

[@gsmini1749]

@@epicautomotivedetailing nice, I’m looking forward to them👍🏻 I’m excited for the video where you’re going to discuss in detail the fuel economy etc etc, from car to van that’ll be an interesting video!!

[@CoffeeOneSugar]

Without a generator how are you powering your equipment. Also without water supply from the client you are pretty much useless.

[@markpayne4067]

Good video. I never use shampoo when washing my car. Just cold water. Always seems to clean up nice. I do use pure water so don't have to dry it.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

If that works for you brother 🙏

[@jackwilliam446]

Personally got a golf for valeting, I’ve got a roof box for products and towels and the boot is all the machines, ie vacuum cleaner, pressure washer, car dryer etc

[@drue2283]

Great video ! Very knowledgeable, I have just started mobile detailing myself. 👍🏼

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Amazing well done mate. Nice to see so many new start ups on here

[@karl3927]

Very valid points you made there Dave. Always wise to clarify with the client/customer exactly what needs doing and carry only what you need to get the job done. Fewer items to carry and sort out and of course less expense as no separate vehicle. It's only when the customer asks for something extra or they were economical with the truth would you need extra items. Keep up the good work.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Karl, when I started out I had a real tough time and made many mistakes working on bad cars in bad weather so it took many years to get good ones like this and I'm fortunate now that I got clients who have power and water. I'm thinking of getting a Skoda yeti or something instead of the van

[@Callumalexx]

Great video, I’ve been doing valeting for a couple of months now and I’ve been doing it in my tiny Audi s1 and I’m still able to fit all my gear in the boot and back seats and it’s been fine, obviously I’d love a van but for starting off it is fine for what I need and I’m glad that you agree 🤙🏼

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Amazing one step at a time my friend

[@waxondetails9353]

Good little video. I need to learn to limit myself to 2 hours for this sort of thing. Always go overboard. When I first got into it dodo juice was the sort of ‘in’ brand and I’ve been a bit of a fanboy ever since. Find them hard to beat. Tried a couple of angelwax products recently and they were great so keen to try more.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello mate,there is a whole world of Amazing products out there to try. I'm trying few new brands for December

[@martinbills4792]

Great video mate I like bilt hamber but love garage therapy shampoo

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

After doing this so long now I come to the conclusion that I like so many different ones. Could never pick a winner 🏆

[@velaudhanthampi3104]

Such a lovely amazing video. Thank you buddy

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks for watching 🙏

[@russellpetrie119]

never turn down a cup of tea you might be glad of it one day no matter how rough it is

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

To be fair it wasn't that bad lol.

[@robstaples6649]

Love this video. As someone looking to start a simple local service, I didn’t want the complication or expense of running another vehicle. I’m more confident to give it ago with the mighty Fiesta now, thank you :)

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Rob i started on a pedal bike before getting a saxo back in the day

[@HantsLeo]

Nice one Dave and I agree about the headaches. £50 per car is a keen price considering all your time including travelling and the chemicals. Plus there's the hidden costs such as buying products in and washing towels. PS Thanks for setting up the facebook page, it's really useful. Look after yourself and your family.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you mate that's very kind 🙏

[@Hamaad-z4r]

Love the end result of the car. Shows you really don't need a van! Also just wanted to ask, did you use the customers electricity and water or did you have your own in the car?

[@bmxbeck1803]

Golden rule! Leave the child seats in unless the customer removes them

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

very true!

[@cobbledetailing4438]

100% agree man I always try to work my best around them as a lot of customers expect when they have kids they will get crumbs, bits etc all over again most people are quite the same with that sort of thing but definitely leave them in if possible or in the other case be very clear to your customer before removing them if that’s what your process would rather be either way that sort of thing be very clear on what your doing before you get going with a hoover 👍🏼💎

[@alanhumphrey5778]

@@cobbledetailing4438 In a regular school run car its the muckiest part! I'd put it clearly on the receipt that the car seats have been removed and must be checked prior to use. They're a nightmare to get right

[@pandassudsnshine4125]

In the shop. We ask customers to remove them. If need help we do. But we don’t put them back in. In the USA you get sue for everything. It’s a liability thing. We don’t want a customer to say their child got hurt or die because we put it back in wrong.

[@pandassudsnshine4125]

What’s being done is a mini detail which is what we call it here. Wash and quick cleaning the interior.

[@qadeesnasir374]

Do use the customers water supply, what if they do not have a water supply outdoors. What should you carry with you for that. Starting out and just wanted to see

[@abuhamza1970]

Excellent job mate! 👍 Nice to see your flexibility on the job. I’ve always been of the opinion that if u can avoid using a van then do. Vans are great especially the Ford transit custom, but they’re a magnet for thieves, require more expensive insurance, and are in no way nearly as comfortable as a car. If u can get a high sided car/mpv/suv, then you’re better off imho. Just a word of caution, if you’re getting continuous headaches, that’s not good man. Try and isolate different things to understand the cause(s). Try different products/ positions/environments and see if there’s any difference. Oh and btw without wishing to sound like a c**k it’s pronounced “vallay” not “valette” Another great vid and can’t wait for the next one. Keep em coming pls Stay safe

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you mate. Appreciate the kind words. I would love a focus rs van lol

[@tonyw3250]

I would need some sort of marquee working here in Australia, I've just washed my wife's car this morning and by 8am it's 32 degrees and expecting to reach nearly 40. It would make it a really hard job for a professional.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

We never really get many days like that. The weather sounds great for relaxing but working in, no way. I struggle in the heat

[@tonyw3250]

@@epicautomotivedetailing I'm from the UK originally and struggle with the heat, it hit 40.5 today and it's not summer yet lol

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@tonyw3250 sounds lovely (well not for work) but still lovely

[@Nobody-Special111]

Look forward to the next video along the same lines...interesting stuff 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate. I'm filming a training day soon

[@icon7409]

These Videos keep getting better. I love the way you show us step by step and take us on a journey and we get to experience ourselves what its like to be a car valeter! Thank you

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate, I may make more videos like this

[@Vrayanderson6018]

great vid mate really inspiring ever thought about franchising your gig? i think you would do well plenty of cars in the other home county's

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate. I did look at franchising it few years back but cost too much money.

[@paulcloughton4000]

Relly enjoyable vid, fav brands at min are, bearcarcare, alienmagic, and godetailing..👍👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I've not tried go detailing yet. Tried few alien magic and loved everything I used so far

[@FranJFran]

Thanks Dave. Another interesting and relevant video for someone like me who is in the process of starting up my own mobile valeting business. Keep the content coming.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate I have a business playlist on my channel too of that helps you

[@ManxAndy]

Can you do it....yes you can ....sorry I watched to much Bob the Builder with the kids ...👍😁

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Lol my son watches that along blippi. Makes my head hurt lol. Thanks for watching mate 👍🙏

[@miragexl007]

What r u spraying first...pre-wash, bug remover?

[@exploringfuture]

Spending all day making only $277 sounds like you are trying to live poor life. Especially doing 4 cars a day will get tiring real quick. Like any other mobile detailer, why try to out beat price with competitor? That only lowers your potential income. It will be nice to see one day if all the mobile detailer raise service price.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

They do, bare in mind this was filmed middle of British winter so short daylight hours, plus filming and setting up shots and talking takes time out so I could do more if I wasn't filming. And the idea of this video is to encourage people to get out and do it and by keeping the bar set at an achievable level it will give others the confidence to give it a go. 👌🙏

[@joeyovetto]

Best car vac I can get is Stanley fat max

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Never heard of that brand over here?

[@mclaren122]

I runing a mobile car detailing firm, in Norway, where it is rain. snow ice. wind. sun. I do busses, cars, bikekes. and all mobile. But here I need a tent and heater. a genrator, and more. since I also do polishing and wox. deap clean seats and leather. and the rest of the car inside. winows treatment and do not forget the pastic. you can also polishin 2 c....just cold....and the wax has to sit for a longer time. So I know about how it is. But I am gone have a trailer for it. so I don't need to fill up the family car with thing every time and lose 30 min everytime. ohhh I don't have space for it all in my estate car, even if it is a mb 211. witch is big. thanks a lot. and all the best.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Amazing you sir are a legend 🏆. Massive respect to you. Ps please film some of your day to day stuff in the snow and ice. I'd watch that

[@mclaren122]

@@epicautomotivedetailing That is an Great idea. Soon I am gone start an new yt. Channel I think.with just me an car detailing..but I am not a good video maker but I like it. We see when it happens. Running a business take time.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@mclaren122 it's good fun most of the time. It's good to look back on those moments and think wow I did that.

[@robbiedougal9000]

Cracking video! Subscribed! Can you list the items & products you used, please? : )

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello yes they are in the description

[@Chris_8270]

I mainly use Gyeon and Bilt Hamber. Brands like Meguiars have too many products and variations of the same product, I can't be dealing with that

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

It's a minefield my friend

[@robtallentire1051]

Well done mate and great insight! I use only Meguiars stuff really, I know I should branch out a bit and no doubt will in the future!!👍🏻

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeh if meguiar's works for you then stick with it. I just love trying other brand's but will always recommend megs 👌

[@russellpetrie119]

with clutter in cars i do an inside first then out baby seats i put back in back to front or not movem at all

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I hate removing seats but gotta be done 👍

[@russellpetrie119]

theres never one chemical company you can buy from and be 100% happy with all products mix n match can be fun

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeh I love trying new brands and definitely seen some great ones this year

[@virgiliuilascu]

Hi Dave, how do you sell your maintenance program? What happens if a customer has a really bad car but he booked for a Standard 50£ valet? Usually they say "not too bad" but when you get there it's full of dog hair and sand....how do you manage customer's expectations and charge extra? That's something i struggle with...i feel that i might disappoint the customer by charging him more even if his car is really bad and needs extra time

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

On my website I put terms and conditions on my price list. So the maintenance program only qualifies for certain vehicles. So on my maintenance program I put 30 mins max in vacuum cleaning so once that 30 mins is up I'm done and they have to pay extra.

[@aminanhar2258]

What if you wanted to use to my own water and electricity. Can I make that happen with just a normal car or would I need a van

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello mate. we recently made a video on this subject a few days ago. Hope that helps

[@jasonkeeton9431]

Lols my frv was un for its mot last week and i used a citron c1 for three days 😳 i managed but thats it, i managed. Not something i would recomend

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Nice one. I started with a bike and that was a mission lol

[@Hellndegenerates]

Check your blood pressure, mine was 265, I ended up in hospital for 10 days.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks my friend

[@Hellndegenerates]

@@epicautomotivedetailing I forgot to say I'm a detailer at 49 years old, and I was in bed with constant migraines, sometimes in bed for 3 days, couldn't even lift my head off the pillow.

[@Zeparme]

£50 per car for in/out valeting seems much too low. Charge your worth.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

for that day I could only really do the basic stuff as i was filming so they got a discount for letting me film. Gosh quite old this video now

[@paulwisdom5383]

Car Guru uses a 370z last I looked. And the storage on them is pitiful 😉

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeah fair play to him. I got a set up designed for people with bikes which is coming soon

[@AhmedE67]

Great work! How did you run the pressure washer without a water tank?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

relied on outside tap my friend

[@PuzzlePicPlayhouse]

@@epicautomotivedetailing There's a fundamental flaw with doing it without a water supply the client may not have an outside tap and or allow u to use it

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@PuzzlePicPlayhouse fair point but from my many years it's been a very tiny percentage so it's worth a risk for anyone starting without a tank 💪

[@tonyhill1916]

For me, a water tank and generator is essential. I go to so many customers houses and company car parks where there's absolutely no access to any water or hose pipe, or any kind of electrical supply.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yes that used to be the case for me. As the business evolved i then came to the conclusion my water tank was there as a back up so i don't always fill it up nowadays. Thank you for watching 👍

[@chrasaunjohnson741]

@@epicautomotivedetailing then how are u deionizing the wash water?

[@R53Maffs]

What dilution did you use for the AS TFR in your pump sprayer? Was it a 5L sprayer too? Thank you 🙂

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello i think its 8 litres. It comes from a company called frogchem. I use different dilution rates based on how bad a car is so sometimes add a little extra for dirty cars

[@mze5622]

I am struggling. I keep getting calls from customers who expect to pay £10-15. They think it is the same as carwash. They don't understand what Valet is and get shocked with even £30. How do I attract quality customers in the beginning?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Ok so first thing you need to do is look at your branding. Who are you targeting? Is your logo basic, does is it say car wash or bubbles or something gimmicky? To get the big clients your website needs to look class and exclusive to make them want to call

[@jonathanjackson1222]

Top work and great insight into the day of a valeter 👊🏻👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you very much. A typical consists of shouting at cyclists & lorry drivers 😂

[@MikesAutoDetailing]

Great content once again

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Mike 😀

[@andy-tu2rx]

I tell them to remove anything big, Seat pram etc

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Good call 👏

[@iceman9646]

When you get a really muddy car. What do you do with the mud that comes off the car when you're at a customer's home?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Very rare occasion I give driveway a quick blast off. But only basic cleaning

[@DadThatCooks]

I’d like to do a video about doing it without a car and my little cart!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

100% let's make it happen

[@joeyovetto]

I'm trying to find a good car vac. The beast one in USA is mad money. Any advice for dog hair please

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello I made a video on a good tool but I'm doing an ultimate pet hair video. I'm still buying new tools for testing

[@joeyovetto]

@@epicautomotivedetailing oh brilliant can't wait. Making are the viewers life's e easier

[@martinseal1733]

Hi, new to mobile valets , just got small van . Do ya always ask customer if ya have outside tap." Or can I use ya electric . Those 2 things seem my awkward moments at mo , in time compressor and water tank I suppose . Help ful vid , thanks

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

If they are new then yes. I built up a good relationship over the years so it isnt something that happens over time. You definitely need to step out your comfort zone and just explain if you are new etc...

[@bigupman6225]

Great video once again just a silly question what's the best generator to use on pressure washers Andy

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello mate I don't actually bother with generator I use extension lead

[@TayReid]

Where's your Pump Sprayer from? Love the video

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you. It's frogchem (UK website)

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

Good video, I enjoyed that one. Just goes to show what you can do with a basic kit.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you very much. Yeh it's amazing how simplifying the process actually makes a day more productive 👍

[@DCmartian01]

I’m srry but I would not clean a car both inside and out for just $50. I’ll clean the outside for $50. $50 for both inside and out is too cheap. You gotta think about the money you spending on your products plus the distance on traveling etc.

[@russellpetrie119]

machine polishing is separate thing you know the clients after a while how bad it gets

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeh once you have a good relationship with clients its no biggy even if you forget the polisher!

[@ruttl1]

Dave this is a great video and a lot of detailers across the pond stress that you must have a van or you are not a legitimate detailer. I have a small SUV a Dodge Nitro and I don't want a van and I am a professional and able to complete every job. It was great to see a detailer mention the children's car seats and being legally responsible if they are not installed correctly. Would you also mention cleaning the brake and gas pedals and NOT applying anything that would make them slick or slippery like an oil based restorer. That is another slippery slope applying anything to the brake and gas pedals that could cause the drivers feet to slip and have an accident. I communicate with the clients so I know what equipment I need and what I will need to complete the job. Your videos rock and I am wondering how Mark and Stephens tea tasted it looked like rubbish. Have a great day. How do we contact you to ask you a question or two?

[@kinhung]

GBP50 for a car wash is expensive or not in UK? In Hong Kong, it is normally below GBP20 for casual wash, some cheap machine wash around GBP10

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

No way that's cheap. In the UK an average price for a mobile clean is around 35-50 GBP. 🙂

[@willis8281]

M&S tea 😂😂😂 Great insight into a day in the life of a mobile car valet

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Not PG tips but it did the job 👍

[@AlexYeets]

Mate, you gotta see Car Cleaning Guru with his Nissie 370z! :P

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeah saw many of his videos on that. Don't think he cleans many cars in a day to be honest lol

[@AlexYeets]

@@epicautomotivedetailing yeah, that's fair. Still impressive going though for such a small car!

[@KIDS-ft9bg]

I love your channel and videos. I'm currently an engineer age 38 looking to do this instead part time and then grow my business to small customisations on top. I have engineering to fall back on fortunately.. Ie in winter. I want to go all the Way with this to make it a full time business. I'd love to here from you. I know the vids you make take a lot of time and effort so the last thing you want is extra stuff to do but id love to have a conversation with you about how you see this industry going and the best/quickest way I could get to being a confident professional with a good brand eventually. I've 7 years studying and 18 years experience being an engineer but I want my own business. Any help learning the money making techniques would be appreciated so much. Good luck to you! Ps. I also have 4 kids so child seats are child's play to me 😁

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hi mate please do get in touch. Contact via my main website link in about us page on channel or on Instagram

[@pauld7861]

Why don’t you use the AutoSmart stuff mate? I genuinely like their Wheel Dressing, Duet Wash and Wash, TFR Tardis is actually ok?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I did all the time mention them in all my older videos. Business had been going well so tried different brands to mix it up. The tfr is great 👌

[@thosetwomagicians5639]

This Channel is great for people who want to start car washing business. Thankful for your tips. I prefer these types of videos. Think ive had enough of the boring product review channels (just review after review YAWN)

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you. I enjoy product review channels but yes I understand where your coming from if it's predictable. Some good channels out there on KZbin

[@yorkshirehumbergroundsmain9536]

Hi buddy What products are your go to products please? What ceramic spray was you using? Love the ideas of the general car valet you have shown here . Great video by the way

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you very much mate. I'm using brilliance by bear car care. (UK Brand)

[@simonattwood4363]

Great video as always. I use my car as I haven't got the van I fit everything in if need to take more items then George the hoover sit up front with me

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Lol I remember when Henry hoover used to sit in the front. Family sit in the back Henry up front 😂

[@simonattwood4363]

@@epicautomotivedetailing exactly priorities there mate ain't it cheers 👍

[@peterowen4456]

Really interesting even though I am not a professional in any way shape or form. What struck me was the pricing - seems about right. Our local hand car wash at Tesco will charge £26 - more for a big car - with all the issues to do with dirty equipment, harsh chemical etc. In view of this £50 for a safe professional valet seems reasonable. How often do your customers have this done?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello Peter, i used to have so many prices and it was over complicated so I switched things up and now stick to £50 maintenance valets some clients are every 2 weeks. Some may even say come back in few days

[@hardleyvries2146]

In your standard valet do you dress the tire and plastic trim?

[@kristaps773]

Did you use clients water and electricity?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yes 100% no shame in that. People will always be accommodating

[@nasarcostello4291]

im looking at starting a mobile car cleaning company in a hatchback, however i feel cheeky to use the customers own water supply to clean the car, is that normal? would i not lose out on business using their water?

[@OldSkoolBiker62]

Not forgetting if you have a towbar on your car you could always use a box trailer.. got to be cheaper than buying a van.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I know few people who do that. I couldn't do the reversing trailer thing lol

[@blade8768]

Have you ever thought about wearing a mask? Why applying the chemicals

[@Madbloke95]

Where an you fill upa water tank?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Spotless water are nationwide i beieve

[@jonflying2772]

What do you use as a power source for your vacuum and pressure washer.? I am trying to look for a good mobile option.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

To be honest you dont need a generator. The majoirty of clients will always be more than happy to let you use theres

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Hi Dave, thankfully the client had a outside tap,with all the equipment you had taken with you,you sorted it,but you would need a water tank to valet cars,how many cars would a tank do in a day like yours? great video.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hi Steven, my tank gets me about 3 cars and it's perfect for what I need. Did have larger tank but the van was sinking in the ground so had to shed the weight 😬

[@Jasonrm92]

This is a really good informative video. Nice one 👍🏼

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate appreciate it

[@idontevenknow1859]

how do you get your water supply and electricity?, i cant imagine every customer having that for you

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello, yeah every single customer does have water and electricity

[@VasilisFortysix]

Hey there great stuff! Do you have a video with your set up and equipment?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello my friend yes I got a business playlist with few van videos in

[@maestrooscuro5299]

I always use a mask when detailing! Also always always wear gloves.. you really don’t want any of that chemical on your hands/skin.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeah the breathing in of wheel cleaners is awful

[@jakenugent5361]

Are you using the clients water?

[@Marvindorfler1]

I didn't realise the tfr can be used on the bodywork. What makes do you prefer?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Go Detailing TFR is really good at the moment

[@DANO2015]

Great video thanks, I like using MADCOW brand cleaning products 👍🏻

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you. Haven't used them products yet

[@daveroberts703]

Great video & information thank you.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Dave. Appreciate the comments and the support as always 👏🙏

[@DanielPrice-ro6vq]

What are peoples views on a cordless jetwash? ( Worx WG630E )

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

hello Daniel. They are ok for those scenarios where you dont have easy access to power but from a business point of view (no way) but thats just my opinion.👍

[@djviruspl]

So my Grand Voyager with 5 foldable seats under the floor should be good enough ? :)

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yes 100% long term you will probably want to move on to a van but short term just to get started it's great 👌

[@djviruspl]

@@epicautomotivedetailing I been using it as a Mobile DJ car but had to stop from obvious reasons...

[@P8FPV]

Where does the water come from for the jet wash!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Customers supply

[@Droneguy-be1fy]

Great videos and a top bloke, hope your Buisness keeps growing

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you business is doing ok, I just want to do KZbin now full time as it becomes good fun

[@iceman9646]

@@epicautomotivedetailing do you make much money off KZbin?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@iceman9646 not a lot let's out it that way. When I look at hours put in for filming, money spent on equipment computers camera etc. Then add the time to film and learn editing skills it's not great at all. I'm only doing this as I want to help others and hopefully long term make better money

[@garethmackay1400]

I'm using my 2013 vauxhall zafira with 120k on the clock,I keep it clean and have a nice little set up to keep my products and electrical stuff to be as professional as possible,I find most people let me use there water and electricity,I think if your good at what your doing and replicate that to the customer cars then a car is a no brainer!!!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Nice one, I had a zafira once (the first shape) was alright had plenty of space. If it works for you then great 👏

[@garethmackay1400]

don't get me wrong I'd love a fancy van but the way things are needs must keep these great videos

[@vladstefan4262]

Hi mate! First of all great vid, great charisma and good skills...I used to do this for Secure Valeting working for BCA (British car auctions) but didn't go the extra mile with valeting. Still I enjoyed it and became passionate about it and start thinking more about this lately. I was just curious if you can give me a start up price (no van or car required in the price) for tools, products...roughly. Also is it worth spending 5 6 + hours on a car if you can provide other services more in depth, such as wax, polishing...or would be better to stick to 2 h £50 a car taking your example. Thank you and good luck !

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hi mate ive made an entire video on this question. Do go check it out. Its my budget business guide. I reveal total prices for everything at the end

[@vladstefan4262]

@@epicautomotivedetailing just seen it 10x for replying. Keep doing what you do cuz you're amazing at it.

[@WolfAbarth]

Now I'm wondering how much I can fit in my Abarth.

[@BonkersAboutAlice]

I drive a Peugeot and I love my carpets, ha..)

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Lol think you mentioned that before. I need to start saying be carpets from now on. Thank you for watching 😊

[@silksdetailing]

Great video, I’m currently mobile out of a clio

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Nice one. Honestly mate I never knew that. It still serves a purpose 🙌

[@silksdetailing]

@@epicautomotivedetailing I’m only doing it along side my full time job. Trying to work out if I can make it into a full time living but that jump into the unknown is very scary

[@robtallentire1051]

Hi Dave. What kind of wheel brush did you use please and how much?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello I use wheel Woolies and yum cars brushes. They all in offer for black Friday. They are the best 👌

[@martinsowerby8074]

As always just a superb presentation, like all the videos Dave its top draw

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate

[@TayReid]

Just starting out here… can I ask, when using the hose and connecting it to customers water supplies, is that ever a challenge? Do you have/need lots of different adapters & is there certain hoses you recommend? Sorry for the million questions

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello its never a problem. Those people that say its essential to have a water tank are completely wrong. Look not everyone has an outside water supply and thats ok because sometimes you can't say yes to everyone. Most taps have the same screw thread so ive never had a problem. for £10 you can get a loads of adapters :)

[@TayReid]

@@epicautomotivedetailing amazing thank you, and do you recommend a specific type of hose or will any do the job aslong as it’s a good length?

[@alternativeperception6949]

I have a little Renault Kangoo van and its surprisingly big in the back ( also available in car form ) and something like that would be ideal for mobile works . If I was against a van purchase I think I would go with a people carrier for the space

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I like the kangoo great fun those vans. After lockdown I'm borrowing a ford Ka van to document

[@alternativeperception6949]

@@epicautomotivedetailing my Kangoo is 2005 1.5dci only 75bhp but it isn't slow by any stretch , they are fairly tall in the back so getting in and out with stuff is easy . MPG is great also . The ford will be very small BUT you learn to be very good at making it work and get good at packing very efficiently . I was wanting a bigger van buy yikes the prices of used vans are crazy compared to about 3 years ago

[@EssentialTouch]

Your vid’s are the best ❤ Love your wisdom and how you deliver 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you 🙏