How to Start a Tractor Trailer Detail Business
When a tractor trailer is traveling the highway, it becomes a magnet for dirt and grime. The driver is likely on a tight schedule that does not allow him much time to clean the vehicle. It's like being in a dirty home. Why not help tractor-trailer drivers out by starting your own tractor-trailer detail business?
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Things You'll Need
- 2000+ PSI hot water pressure washer
- Pressure washer wand
- Pressure washer wand extension
- Cleaning supplies
Instructions
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Apply for a business license or permit in the city in which you would like to operate your tractor-trailer detail business. Determine what fees you will charge for your detailing services. To help you determine your fees, calculate your overhead costs such as cleaning supplies, water usage, rental fees, payroll, etc... The fees may vary depending on the size of the tractor trailer.
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Purchase a hot water pressure washer that has a minimum power of 2000 psi. The pressure washer will remove dirt and grime with ease, whereas hand washing would require too much time and effort. Purchase a pressure washer wand and a wand extension. The wand will connect to the pressure washer. The wand extension can be connected to the wand, thus allowing you to clean the high areas of the tractor trailers with ease.
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Buy cleaning supplies such as de-greaser, soap, Armor All and towels. The de-greaser will remove the dirt and grime from the body of the tractor trailer exterior as well as the engine and tires.
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Find a location for your tractor-trailer detail business. The ideal location would be at truck stops, where there are lots of tractor trailers. Ask truck stop owners to partner with you by allowing you to lease a spot on their property to operate your business. The truck stop owner may require a small percentage of your profits as well.
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Create business cards and fliers for your tractor trailer detail business. Pass out the fliers to tractor trailer drivers. Ask permission to post your fliers inside of the various truck stops.
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