Ok, I did a search and can't find an answer.
I was approached today about cleaning heavy equipment for paint prep. Basically, they need the gunk/grease off, then they sandblast and paint. It sounds like there may be several needing to be done now and more down the road.
Since this is my first time, I realise I can't charge by the hour and be competitive, but where do I start? Would it be reasonable to charge $50 - 75 for a backhoe? What about bigger stuff? My rig is 4 gpm/4000 psi with heat. It also has a 200 gal tank, though I'm pretty sure they have water on-site.
I normally use an 8.0 40 deg tip. Sound OK? Downstream degreaser? Since they are going to be painted, what about a turbo nozzle to remove flaking paint?
I am going to suggest a "test run" for say, $50 on one machine to see how we both like it; and use that info to determine future pricing.
John
I was approached today about cleaning heavy equipment for paint prep. Basically, they need the gunk/grease off, then they sandblast and paint. It sounds like there may be several needing to be done now and more down the road.
Since this is my first time, I realise I can't charge by the hour and be competitive, but where do I start? Would it be reasonable to charge $50 - 75 for a backhoe? What about bigger stuff? My rig is 4 gpm/4000 psi with heat. It also has a 200 gal tank, though I'm pretty sure they have water on-site.
I normally use an 8.0 40 deg tip. Sound OK? Downstream degreaser? Since they are going to be painted, what about a turbo nozzle to remove flaking paint?
I am going to suggest a "test run" for say, $50 on one machine to see how we both like it; and use that info to determine future pricing.
John