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    Detailing at business locations

    Recently, I have been given the possiblity to detail vehicles at a business site. Any assistance would be great. My main concern is how to discuss this with the business (management). What kind of proprosal should I make and do I give managment discounts or free details? This contract could be...
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    Detailing motorhomes

    I recently been contacted by a company that sells big dollar motorhomes. They were inquiring about my detailing service to detail motorhomes that they get in to resell and could let customers know I provide that service. I looked in the archives and found a little information. I have done my...
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    Carpet Extractor Tips

    I tried my Durramaid out and it works great. I found a way to heat the water. In North Texas under the hot sun, my water tank temp. was over a 100 degrees. It only took 10 minutes to heat the water. So tip of the day is to keep water jugs in the heat so your extractor does not take to long to...
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    removal fence stain overspray

    I need a little assistance guys. I have to do a detail on a Ford Explorer next week that has fence stain overspray. Customer stated that it is on most of the vehicle and windows. Here are my current action plans: Action Plan1: 1. Start with good wash 2. Use clay to remove overspray. 3...
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    Mobil Detailing Trailer

    Hello Everyone, Well, I have been very busy setting up my detailing trailer and here are some pics of the finished product. I started with a generic trailer for $800. Then added a 3500 psi pressure washer for $1000, a 5500 watt generator for $500 (discounted since it was a floor model and...
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    Trailer mounted pressure washer

    Well, I purchased a trailer so I can mount a water tank, pressure washer, and generator. Does any know how I would connect a pressure washer to the water tank? My main concern is that I can use the pressure washer to wash decks, patios, and houses since I also offer those services. Looking at...
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    Fixing Rubber door seals

    Does anyone know how to regenerate the rubber seals around doors and windows? My wife's car is three years old and the seals need to be either updated or something to lubericate them so the rubber will expand and seal.
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    Magnetic signs and logo design

    Does anyone know were to get magnetic signs for my truck to advertise my detailing business? I heard of some companies on the internet, but do not know of any. Also I have priced around to get my logo designed and was shocked. Prices range from $300 to 1000. I have an idea for the design, but...
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    Cleaning MF, Towels, and pads

    I have done some searching for recommended cleaning of towels, pads, and MF towels. I found a little information, but thought I would resubmit the question. What does everyone use to clean as "bleach, tide, or etc". I have used Tide and a little bleach, but noticed that after 6 or so washes...
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    Starting new detailing business

    Hello everyone, I have been reading this forum for sometime and have a question about starting a detailing business. I live in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area and am going to start a detailing business. I am currently in the IT business but my contract runs out in 6 months. I used to detail...
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