I assume the car does not get used to often. Everytime I have seen this happen the car typically sits and never gets used. What color is the top? I have found some success with a mild bleach solution if the cover is white and scrubbing doesn't remove it. Make sure the car gets parked in the sun after you are done not in the shade. Algae needs moisture to growby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Feel free to call at 802-233-2261 ir email keith@detailsondemand.com your email on your profile is listed as Hidden.by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Possibly Vermont's Only Mobile Detailer!!!!! This business has been established in the Burlington area for 4 years I am offerering my customer list, website and cell phone, (complete turn key package avail. too) established clients have already committed to continueing relationships with new owner, established customers income easily tops $35K!! Our customers are marina's, shipyards,by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Well I am not sure if I am looking for advice or just venting. I haven't posted on this site, or any site for that fact, in a long time. I have a very successfull mobile detailing business in Vermont. I haven't advertised in a long time and don't even have an ad in the phone book. And yet my phone always rings and I work 6 days a week. The hug disadvantage is come November eveby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>I find that a reasonalbe alternative to the Waffle Pad is Tech. Choice/ECP's Foam Frenzy pad. I love the 3M Pad but it sis expensive teh Foam Frenzy pads are easy to use just as hard working and forgiving as the waffle pads(white) but cheaper ($9)</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>A Heat gun can be your friend in this situation. You can contact a local tinter and see if he will sell you the tint removal chemical. If he is a pro he will have it</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Dodge did this years ago when they released the Intrepid model back in 1993 ish. They claimed that once the paint was scrathced it would "heal" itself and reseal the scratch preventing any damage. It was a lot of nonsense then and I think it is now with Nissans claim, if Nissan wanted to do something dramatic try a thicker paint. After owning three Infiniti's and oneby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>I am located in Pinellas Coutny near Indian SHores and Madiera Beach.</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Well now I really re-understand all the new guys frustrations with starting up a new detail business. I have built a very successfull detailing business in Vermont and have headed off to Florida to start another detail business up. If forgot how hard it is pounding the pavement looking for new business, let alone in an ultra competitive market like Florida. But once my potential cuby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Where at in New England? I am located in Vermont. Post your issues and lets see if we can get you pointed in the right direction</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>I am located in Vermont, I can run mobile up until Thanksgiving. Typically I shut down in the winter and snowboard. I have had a few customers who have their own heated garage's at their home and I would go there and work once or twice a month. If you are going to get through the winter anywhere north of the mason dixon line YOU WILL NEED A SHOP. Yeah you could work outsideby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Does anyone here have those family, friends and neighbors who are always asking to borrow chemicals, buffers and tons of free advice? I have a neighbor who has asked so many times to get his show cars buffed and polished with the promise of free beer. Haven't seen that beer yet! Buffed three of his cars so far. I have brother in law to be who is constantly just taking chems oby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Over the summer there were a few posts on the best way to break out form being the one man operation to expanding and making better money. I have struggled with this for a while. Over the last few months I have battled between opening a fixed location detail shop, a self serve business or temporarily moving to another city to expand our mobile business. After a lot of research I dby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>here is two that I use: www.gemindustries.com www.ecpinc.com or try www.detailplus.com</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Bud: (et all) Thanks for the feed back. I have used the product now for 2 months and I have been very pleased with it. I plan on incoporating this product into our line of services. I have been telling customers I have been using a paint sealant versus a traditional wax I get a very postive feedback from them. I may eliminate waxes all together and use just the sealant.</HTMLby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>I only did the per hour thing for a few months and then moved on to commision based pay. I saw huge results in productivity, attitude and ended up saving about 15% on pay over all. Also much like Bud article in this months PC&D I have two women employees and there attention to the finer details is awesome. My guys want to "bang it out right away" all the time while tby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>As a mobile auto and boat detailer in Vermont my season is coming to an end soon. I have an opportunity to head south (Bahamas) for boat detailing for a month or so. But if that should fall through, I was thinking of heading to the South East for some boat detailing after all the hurricanes. Not looking to become a millionaire or take place in some price gouging, just looking to coby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>These guys all over good advice just stay away from Ding King and Detail King. They won't deliver what they promised.</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Check your email</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>mobile or fixed location? If you use the search feature on this site and use terms like 'start-up' etc you could get some idea. As a mobile detailer I laid out close to $17,500 to get started and that was without a truck. I am sure there are some hacks out there who went to Pep BOys or Auto Zone and were 'in business' for a few hundred dollars.</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>I agree with Joe use a sealer. That reoccurring fading is a pain as well as disheartning, some boats are just so faded there isnt much you can do with them. You may want to look into wet sanding some areas to really eliminate all the oxidiation and fading. What year, make and color is the boat? Is it in salt water?</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Jerry- like the others have said if people remember it strick with the name. I understand how you may believe the name "Big Kahuna" as something less professional. If folks remember it than it works. If you feel your name is too casual just make sure your work is not casual. THe last thing I wanted was cartoonish logo, but it tested well and people love and it gets attenby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>I power wash them on a lower setting, 1000 psi. Then like Bud said I scrub/ shampoo and extract. Or I take one of the 4 colors or floor mats I keep in my van and sell them for $35 per set. I get them at Costco for $19.99.</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Were you not happy with it?</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Defining customer service is like defining air. It's just there or its not. Customer service is being able to smile say 'yes ma'am yes sir' when you really want to tell them 'F--- off'. The most important thing that I think defines customer service is never never losing sight of the fact that our customers are why we are in business. My customers areby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>UPDATE: I ordered the AT-5 just for kicks. I think I am be sold on this stuff. THe other day I offered to wax a customers boat just to see how it worked. After three stright days of rain I went back to the boat. NO BLACK STREAKS!!!! I also used it in as a final step of a three step system with a 96 black jetta. The car looks great. Used it on an 04 Sea Ray customers remark: Myby Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Welcome to life as a mobile detailer! As long as you don't repeat your mistake you will be fine.</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>is it just me or maybe its my region but it seems like August is almost as slow as December for detailing. I have talked with other shops in the area and they are experiencing the same slow down every August. Family vacations, back to school and soccer practices seem to be the only thing on peoples minds.</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>A lot of my customers ask for proof of insurance. Car dealers, marinas and property managers (for office parks) all require proof of insurance before working on their property. it makes good sense tohave your contractors covered. I also use insurance as a selling point wehn dealing with customers. They love to tell me about their cousins, nephews friend who does a great job for $4by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Is that wah and wax an express exterior only job? Depending on your market it seems like you could get more $ for a wash and wax. I only offered basic washes for one season. Totally not worth the hassle.</HTML>by Keith Boyer - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts