I heard about this as well. So sad, I liked Randy a lot.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Hi Gina, Both. That is a great idea since. There's a great deal to write about so I'll have to tackle it tomorrow.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
I want to see how many professional detailers and business owners on here have disability income insurance for themselves and offer it for their employees. More interested in the business owner providing for their family, rather than the weekend warrior. If anyone is interested in learning about this MOST IMPORTANT insurance coverage, PM me or email me. I'd like to get a discussion goby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
It all boils down to the economy as the reason for the decline of detailing services rendered. From what I've learned, read, heard over the past two years, companies (not just established detail shops) have seen a decline in business between 25%-30%. To piggyback off of what PD stated, detailing is not a primary need in times of a recession, especially a potential depression. People need gaby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
I'll add my 2 cents since two common facts aren't getting across. You can't "build up" polish. A polish is a paint leveler, not a protectant. The whole "replacing lost oils" is a marketing gimmick for glazes, which fill and not correct like a polish. Waxing 60 times is useless and a waste of time. Please don't take offense to this but you aren't doby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Any detailers/colleagues on Facebook looking to connect and network?by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Revisited after 5 years. Time for a bump.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
At first, we took what was an "interest membership" from what I can remember without looking into my records was a trail based membership to get a feel of how big this was going to grow. Yes, at first we had well over 150 members but naturally, like any free trial, people withdrew come time for dues. From what I recall, we only lost 10-15% of members. See, what you stated about Jimby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
I had the same problem years ago. Not sure why the do that but it took a deep washing to get id of that problem.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Marnie, Please excuse my ignorance as I have not done much research on the new association but is this the old PDA spun off from the ICA? Good luck on your pursuit for unity amongst operators alike. Jim Hammill and I tried it back in 2004 when we founded the Professional Detailing Technician's Association (PDTA). At first it was great, membership doubled month after month. I believe atby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Thought we'd revisit this post. Thank you for the recognition, Doug. You are right when I mention that gelcoats do require a more aggressive form of compound if the surface has been neglected for some time. Gelcoats are more forgiving than clears. My manual does list a wide variety of products to use. Automotive products can be used in boat detailing. I do use automotive products for sby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Earl Schieb said "I'll paint any car for $29.95" back in the 80s.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Rubbing alcohol will remove painted on pinstripes. Good for older cars who have painted on pin stripes with some lines missing.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Rubbing alcohol will remove painted on pinstripes. Good for older cars who have painted on pin stripes with some lines missing.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Guess I should've read down the forum list instead of tryingteh search and just doing a post.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Nuprin, Welcome! By all means, sell odor removal as it's own service. $145.00 is a bit cheap, so you wany want to consider raising your prices, even if your are making a profit now with your curent pricing. High prices usually attracts quality seekers and not coupon clippers. Have you ever considered boat detailing? It is under served and in high demand. A gold mine waiting to be expolby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
I actually have a patent pending for a similiar device for boat detailing. Should sell for around $350 when licensed and marketed.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
From what I learned in my business and finance classes, the 80/20 rule applys like this: 80% of your revenue comes from 20% of your efforts. Therefore, you should focus on those 20% of efforts to maximize your revenue generation and discontinue the rest.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Paul, The search function seems to not work. All it does after typing in a keyword is takes me to a blank page.by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
I could almost bet that the stain will fade away in time. Same thing happened to me working on a boat. See link below:by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Did the belt's color penetrate the coating or just transfer coat the surface, like transfer paint on a car from another car?by Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Sam, What I found that works best in your situation is either two products: Fast Finish from Auto International/Valugard or Auto Magic's Hydro Shine. I've used both and will say these products are great. Both are to be used during the drying process. I've personally been using Hydro Shine (still have a case left) on my 2004 Jeep for the past two years and the car looks braby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Hi everyone, Seems this checklist is getting popular again. The link to the site was taken down several years ago. For those of you who want one or requested one via email, I will get one to you all ASAP! It is currently in Micosoft Works, which isn't too popular these days. Will need to convert it to .doc Thanks, Brianby Precision Auto & Marine - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>I agree it's the image he created for himself and the discipline of being selective of customers, while maintaining such a great marketing approach. For example, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon will usually only work on the elite, beatutiful movie star. Yes, he can look at your rash and treat it but will he? Probably not. That's the best analogy I can come up with. Howeveby Brian Angelucci - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>By all means take it back to the body shop. If the new paint scratches so easily and the rest of the vehicle doesn't, there is something wrong. Microfiber isn't supposed to scratch a surface so that should tell you the body shop made an error. If they are reputable, they'll fix it.</HTML>by Brian Angelucci - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Ben, Are you looking to do this as a profession or as a side gig for extra cash before heading off to college, like lawn cutters and snow shovelers?</HTML>by Brian Angelucci - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Here's a little something I wrote to the author: Dear Mr. Kilen, Your article was sent to me after being read by a fellow colleague and thought I'd email you. The quotes from some of the car washers and body shop owner (Kent Acheson) are completely false. I hope you don't take my comments as negative since they aren't based on the article but the quotes and commby Brian Angelucci - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
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<HTML>Nice to see you're still around the forum Anne. How have you been? If I remember correctly, you're in Minnesota. Are you by the Twin City area? Large metro areas create demand and competition for car care. Now going after a certain type of customer is up to you. Detailers I know have different preferences. I prefer the "wine & cheese" crowd as Frank so callby Brian Angelucci - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
<HTML>Pretty much the way I got started, just at 17/18 years old. I'm sure it's the same way the majority of detailers got started. Only time and training will get you to where you may someday want to be. Ben, you say you live in Baltimore? Ever consider washing and waxing boats? Some environmental rules to follow and adhere to but for me, it has given me more butter for my breaby Brian Angelucci - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts