Dang!! You got all that from look at that pic? I think the FBI has a postion waiting for you back in Maryland!!
1. Is that a Ford F250 and is that a 300 gallon tank with what looks like a Rk40 series washer.
A. Yes, F250, 325 gal., RK-41 (note to everyone, behind the tank!!)
2. I am doing all my research and will be heading to Texas the 2nd week of February to PWNA convention followed by 5 day powerwasher school.
A. Good choice, Delco is the way to go.
3. I am looking a trucks tommorrow and will be picking up my enclosed trailer also. Any info you can provide will be greatly appreciated. I am in Georgia so no need to worry about competition from me.
A. You don't really need to worry about competition if you do an excellent job at a reasonable price. Example: Look at Dan, his equipment, his knowledge, his board. You would think this board would put competition right in his front yard; this is an example of someone who doesn't fear competition.
4. It also looks from you picture of your rig, your doing post construction cleanup. How do you contract to do this type of work? Do you solicit the site foreman or the builder directly? There is a huge market of new construction here in Georgia and I would look to get into this market.
A. It's mainly who you know, but each company works differently, in my case I had to write a letter of introduction, introducing my company to the operations manager, which I formally requested to be added to their list of avaliable powerwashers. Some companies let the Super do the hiring of the P/W.
They gave me a try on one project, and one year later, I am their only powerwasher. And believe me, I know they remember the times I bailed them out and when finding a P/W was a stressful occurance, is now never even thought of.
Important note: They use to call me up in a panic because the super called up from a project saying they didn't have a powerwasher, I jumped right on it and the crack heads, as they call them, were booted. Be reliable, do excellent work, don't do drugs, stay as long without taking breaks, get the job done quick, and be fair.
5. How did you bid or is if a flat rate for each unit.
A. I bid within 2-minutes, from my house. They tell me the location, I know their format, boom, the fax is on its way. Same price per lot, throw in the corner lot sidewalks for free, it all equals out. (Easier paperwork for all)
Thanks in advance for any info you can provide a newbie.
Good luck, hope this helps you in your sucess!!
Robert
Orangecrest Powerwash