precisionpowerclean
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I several areas I am looking for some direction in. I figured I would tell my story and listen to the input I recieve from you fine folks.
I have 20 years experience in pressure washing commercial, c-store, etc... properties. I have used cold and hot water units in the past. I have cleaned anything from flatwork to vinyl sided businesses.
This year I decided to go into business for myself. Our 2nd daughter arrived and my wife is staying home for a while. I am hoping to make enough pressure washing to help offset her lost income. I woud love to go full time at some point but want to build the business up in time. We live in a small farming community in Central Illinois population of 1,000. We are close to the state capitol of Springfield. Up until now I have solicited business from friends and local business owners. That has kept me busy until now. I am wanting to get into the Springfield area but I am not sure what would be the best bang for the buck as far as advertising. I would love to specialize in commercial properties or fleets etc... However with the limited population size and limited amount to businesses I believe it is in my best interest to offer all services due to the customer base limitations. As I write this I am running a 4000psi 4gpm cold water unit. I have had a wide array of work including fleet, residential, grain silos, gutters, etc.. Nothing so far that has required a hot water unit. As soon as I land a contract that requires it, I will purchase a hot water unit. So far I have had nothing but wonderful comments from customers and no complaints. I am a perfectionist but still remain profitable in my pricing.
Thats the bulk of my story. I guess my main questions are:
1. Does anyone operate in a small community like mine? Any good tips on working in a small community?
2. Any good ideas on the most cost effective way to break into a new and larger market?
Thank you all for any input you would share. I really love this business but am struggling finding work.
I have 20 years experience in pressure washing commercial, c-store, etc... properties. I have used cold and hot water units in the past. I have cleaned anything from flatwork to vinyl sided businesses.
This year I decided to go into business for myself. Our 2nd daughter arrived and my wife is staying home for a while. I am hoping to make enough pressure washing to help offset her lost income. I woud love to go full time at some point but want to build the business up in time. We live in a small farming community in Central Illinois population of 1,000. We are close to the state capitol of Springfield. Up until now I have solicited business from friends and local business owners. That has kept me busy until now. I am wanting to get into the Springfield area but I am not sure what would be the best bang for the buck as far as advertising. I would love to specialize in commercial properties or fleets etc... However with the limited population size and limited amount to businesses I believe it is in my best interest to offer all services due to the customer base limitations. As I write this I am running a 4000psi 4gpm cold water unit. I have had a wide array of work including fleet, residential, grain silos, gutters, etc.. Nothing so far that has required a hot water unit. As soon as I land a contract that requires it, I will purchase a hot water unit. So far I have had nothing but wonderful comments from customers and no complaints. I am a perfectionist but still remain profitable in my pricing.
Thats the bulk of my story. I guess my main questions are:
1. Does anyone operate in a small community like mine? Any good tips on working in a small community?
2. Any good ideas on the most cost effective way to break into a new and larger market?
Thank you all for any input you would share. I really love this business but am struggling finding work.