We are new to the business and are trying to build our client list. Obviously, we want to make money, and are considering branching out of just doing residential clients and trying to get contracts with larger companyies who need the work done. How do we find those businesses who want to contract powerwashers?
Thanks
Casey
CLB's Affordable Power Washing

How do we find those businesses who want to contract powerwashers?


Alot of leg work will do wonders,usually your larger companys will want contracts.

When In Doubt Think It Out

Larry is right. You need to knock on some doors (cold calling).

I cold called the local utility company 20 years ago this year. We've been working for them ever since

Don't get to hung up on having a contract. We did not have one for the first 10 years or so. Then a new contact at the utility company wanted to have one. Never have made up another since then. We've been doing work for major retailers and have never had a contract. This is repeat type business.

Your name is "Affordable", some may think that you work Cheap! Remember you must consider the customer and what he/she expects. It is more important to be very good rather than inexpensive.

My $.02,

Dave Olson

Tidy Powerwash Service, Inc. P.O. Box 781, Catlin, Illinois 61817 Phone 217-427-5557, Fax 217-427-2632 We are a commercial cleaning contractor serving East-Central Illinois and West Central Indiana since 1984. http://www.tps-inc.com

I must join with the crowd in saying the most effective way is boots on the ground.
Swallow your pride once in a while and kiss a little booty, what ever it takes. Act interested even when you're not. Company big dogs like to have their egos "stroked" a little bit, know what I mean?

R & R Power Wash
185 CR 3340
Joaquin, Tx, 75954
(936)269-9021
randyd1@valornet.com

Getting contracts are two sided. You always want a way out. Being Un-affordable helps too. Remember, your invoice is an expense for big companies. The more expenses they have the less profit and in turn less taxes.

Michael, First Choice Power Washing LLC

So, should we change our name and take out "affordable"?

Thanks for all of your tips, suggestions, and advice.
Casey

Casey,

I am also located in Virginia, where are you located? I will be glad to help you with a reliable repair shop & chemical supplier.

Phil

Phil Mangano
POWER WASH of VIRGINIA LLC
P.O. Box 56
Morattico, Virginia 22523-0056
Greater Richmond VA. 804-370-0409
Northern Neck of VA. 804-462-0616
Fax: 1-206-338-3735
E-Mail:PowerWashofVa@aol.com
Web-Site:www.powerwashofva.com/
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