Starting a Car Detailing Business? (WATCH THIS FIRST!!!)

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@marissajackson5876 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t have much experience but I love the idea of detailing cars! I recently just thought to do a business. Hoping I can succeed and stay motivated!

@JakeHart-gy4nd 2 жыл бұрын

How’s it goin so far bud

@jaredsand3841 2 жыл бұрын

You can do it I believe in you

@mattynn8080 8 ай бұрын

It’s been a year did ya do it?

@grandmasterkevv 2 жыл бұрын

I barely started and every customer doesn't care if you use their water or electric. One customer even let me use and help me set up his own canopy for me to use. I detail out of a Scion iM, it's a hatchback. I fit everything I need and still have space to spare. They don't even care what you drive lol

@thedetailspot 2 жыл бұрын

100% this. The key is to just start with what you have. 👌

@grandmasterkevv 2 жыл бұрын

@@thedetailspot yes, slowly I grew my arsenal over time. I got a polisher and not even an extractor lol but i do have a steamer. People just need to use what they have, it's temporary

@thekingofshine6900 2 жыл бұрын

Keep pushing forward All they want is a clean vehicle Hard work and dedication wins every time 💪🏽

@SomeNigaArounThCornr 17 күн бұрын

I literally detail out of a 09 Honda Civic

@truthmatters2020 2 жыл бұрын

I just found your podcast and I love it!! Thank you so much for your invaluable time. I started my mobile business 8 months ago and thankfully I've been doing well. Everything you said it's so right on, I use my clients water and electricity and no one has a problem with that. I let them know in advance what I need from them at arrival. Honest and clear communication is key.

@thedetailspot Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you tuning in 🙌🙌

@nofsgiven3855 Жыл бұрын

Facts! Everyone that is looking to start pay attention to this guy because what his saying is coming from experience. Me too I had to start off this way using other ppls water and electricity and work my way up with the expensive tools and stuff like that .

@DiamondShineDetail 8 ай бұрын

I'm just getting my business off the ground, gonna be mobile to begin with working out of a Kia Sedona. Plans to eventually be Brick & Mortar and be able to design my dream garage. My philosophy with pricing is to research the market and find out the average of what a building lease would cost, and price my mobile service as if I was already paying for the building. My low expenses of being mobile allows me to build a cushion so that when I do decide to get a building I already have the move-in costs covered, and at least a month or two of utilities. This also allows me to not have to raise prices and possibly lose customers.

@RideshareMauro Жыл бұрын

I work out of my garage. I also go mobile at times in my 2020 mustang GT. I take my supplies and I use their water and power with no issues.

@bemoredobetter Жыл бұрын

Very helpful - nicely done!

@jahmeds4890 2 жыл бұрын

This video is very very valuable to me thanks for the important information am from Jamaica and am in the process of starting my own detailing business so am gonna subscribe to your channel for future updates thanks much

@timlee6794 2 жыл бұрын

Glad this video has recent engagement. Where did you guys find garage space to get started?

@michaelnobles5079 Жыл бұрын

Great info 👍

@ryancismesia3062 Жыл бұрын

Great vid! How do you not have more subs?

@thedetailspot Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you bro! We will get there for sure. 🙌

@Drosautodetail 2 жыл бұрын

Dro’s auto detail checking in !

@thedetailspot 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you Alejandro! 🙌

@themessenger4898 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video.... Question ❓ Do you need a vehicle can I use the City buss to get started and start off with basic car detailing,...a vehicle cost money, everything cost. I don't have a vehicle , can I take the city bus and build up

@joedavison5210 6 ай бұрын

I live in s medium sized town and have had three new shops open up in my town in the last year. They all flood the local groups with their ads and I don't really want to clutter up the feeds of people as there are so many detailers. How do you combat this?

@nocturnalflowerchild 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been wanting to escape my 9-5 and detailing is something that really interests me. Im not sure if you have an opinion on this but do you think as a woman this might be harder to get into? Super helpful video😁😁

@fredc8618 Жыл бұрын

Yes you can maybe a latter if your a shorty 😅

@JosephMobileDetailing Жыл бұрын

It wouldn't matter, most ppl don't care who doing the work, they just want someone punctual and professional, and someone to give the results they are looking for.. sometimes my sister works with me and is Phenomenal doing interiors, not her passion or interest at all, so if try it out, start with friends and family.. and if you like it and enjoy the work then expand service to public and start your business..

@MuscleMoneyMotivation-ks2cu Жыл бұрын

What materials do I need to get started? I’m trying to start at low cost and build my way up.

@zenon3021 7 ай бұрын

1) dewalt stealthsonic vacuum with Ridgid auto detailing kit as well as a couple extra filters 2) steam cleaner (i use Dupray Tosca although it's $1,000 machine and you can definitely experiment with cheaper ones) 3) Active 2.0 pressure washer (do yourself a favor though and upgrade the hose to a 40 foot steel-braided hose) 4) all-purpose cleaner (ideally a 5 gallon jug of SUPER concentrated stuff that you can dilute to make 200ish gallons. I dilute mine 97:1 (97% water) = no staining, safe on leather. Combined with a steam cleaner it works well. 5) wheel cleaner 6) chemical gloves to use with the wheel cleaner 7) mask (so you don't breathe in the acidic wheel cleaner) 8) clay towel (can use on like 40 cars) 9) lots o' microfiber towels. My favourite is the rag company gauntlet (small one for inside windows, large one for car exterior 10) wax - Collinite 845's a good beginner wax (shiny, easy to apply, lasts 3-4 months) Those are the basics

@zenon3021 7 ай бұрын

oh, and get an A-frame sign to put on the front lawn, you'll get 50% new business from the sign, and 50% from word-of-mouth also, make a business card. People expect it and it makes you look more professional

@43supermark 8 ай бұрын

Hey guy, Just a thought... Why would someone ask for a" like" or even MORE , to "SUBSCRIBE, ' to what you are putting out. That's like going to Applebee's and the server asking you to go on ahead and give him a big ol tip and to post how awsome he is on the local fb group! Lol. Just ask toward the end. It makes sense right? Just sayin. P. S. I subscribed. Good luck with everything. 👍

@boristeplitskiy7632 Жыл бұрын

Do you start an LLC to start? And if so where do you go to start the LLC?

@justaboy7564 6 ай бұрын

What would you recommend for getting your first initial clients?

@no_lft_shft 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in a position most people would only wish for. I get a monthly retirement check from the military so I'm financial stable at the moment and that money will always be there. So why am I so afraid to pull the trigger in this business venture? Do I need my own water and power? If so then I need a truck or trailer! Do I need insurance. A license? How do I find my first customer? Flyers? Friends? Neighbors? Google? Where do I start on getting a website. I want to dive into this but honestly what if I am successful and I find out it's to much for me to handle on my own? Do I hire someone? Back off customers minimize the work load? How do I manage books or even taxes? I don't know how to do any of this shit. It's all so over whelming man.

@thedetailspot 2 жыл бұрын

I completely get it dude. It’s overwhelming for sure. But you’ll never figure it out all in one sitting. You just have to start. There is so much that goes into having a successful business. It doesn’t happen over night but it can happen quicker than you know it. Dude, I’d highly recommend joining thedetailcommunity.com/join We go really in depth in there on tools, strategies, and everything you need to know to get where you want to go in this industry. Plus you get a support group of other members they are already inside.

@tommym8918 2 жыл бұрын

Damn. Running a business doesn't sound like a good choice for you. You've chased that carrot for far too long.

@no_lft_shft 2 жыл бұрын

@@tommym8918 I'm 37 lol

@no_lft_shft 2 жыл бұрын

@@tommym8918 I must disagree with you. 37 years of chasing a carrot isn't to long for anyone. I'm not giving up because "I don't have to do it" I'm financially stable now yes but I want financial freedom. I'm still working on my degree in radiology. I served my country and now I'm going to start a business. Maybe a few of them. That good enough mentality is just something I never had. I'll never be satisfied with having good enough.

@JosephMobileDetailing Жыл бұрын

All you need is the basics to get started, water hose, extension cords, shop vac, bucket, wash mitts, microfibers, and the chemicals and you can start tomorrow.. Start with friends and family, and charge cheap prices to get the experience and figure out if you really want to do this. Upgrade as you go..

@AttentiveFinish 2 жыл бұрын

What books do you recommend for motivation/business tips?

@thedetailspot 2 жыл бұрын

Man, For motivation I recommend “It’s all in your head” by Russ and for business I recommend any of Simon Sinek’s books.

@AttentiveFinish 2 жыл бұрын

@@thedetailspot thank you. I will add them to my list

@thedetailspot 2 жыл бұрын

@@AttentiveFinish absolutely! Let me know if you like them. 👍

@AttentiveFinish 2 жыл бұрын

I read the one from Russ. Didn't know who he was but I loved his mentality. Thanks

@thedetailspot 2 жыл бұрын

@@AttentiveFinish yeah man! It’s a great short read. He’s a rapper / musician.

@wanderingoso5918 2 жыл бұрын

ya know this would of been nice to search up before spending all that money on chemicals alone...

@2Shine55 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings Detail Spot. Just found your channel. I'm trying to run a detailing service out of my home but currently battling my HOA. I would like to go mobile however, I've spoken with a lot of people asking would it be okay if a mobile detailer used your water and power and every answer has been an absolute NO! They state as a mobile detailer you should have the proper tools if I'm paying for your services. How would you respond to that?

@thedetailspot 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great question. I honestly started using the clients water and electricity. Most clients didn’t care and the ones who did care it generally wasn’t people that I truly wanted to do business with. As I grew some funds up I later invested in a water tank and generator. When you arrive to their location just professionally ask where the water and power source is.

@mattmccauley5561 2 жыл бұрын

Idk man, yeah some don't care but when they spend 3-4-600 on a deatil you should have your own shit and not have to use the customer who is paying you to do a job and then having to have you use their water and electricity. So if im a plumber and you call me to fix your shitter and I show up with a wrench and screwdriver and say oh hey I need your tool box and whatever else to do the job!! You'd tell him to leave. Same principle here. Just me. If you can't have your own equipment soyou don't have to use the customer's own stuff to do your job that you are charging them for I'd say hang it up and do something else. Simple as that.