Drive Cleaned For My Minimum Charge

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A.E.Mackintosh Specialist Exterior Cleaning

2 жыл бұрын

This video is about how I set a minimum charge for pressure washing jobs and how I got on cleaning this small driveway.
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@ginak921 2 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you did that little bit of wall, I kept looking at it and thinking I hope he does that bit and you did. The whole driveway looks great now. great job.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes it’s those little touches that make the difference.😉👍🏼

@dansargeant2087 2 жыл бұрын

Fair play mate I must say the difference in the before and after is amazing ,keep up the good work 👍👍

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!😃👍🏼

@chrisway9073 2 жыл бұрын

Job well done. That driveway looks brand new. I bet your clients were pleased with the outcome!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes they were very pleased.😃👍🏼

@sbhomeimprovements8133 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos gave me good inspiration to start my own pressure washing business time of year should get better for it now hopefully, keep up the good videos👍🏻

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s the busy time coming up now.🤑👍🏼

@dominiccourt8968 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. I am just starting out and needed this info.

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful. You might want to check out my new training courses. It’s everything I wish I’d known when I first started. www.aemackintosh-onlinetraining.com/collections

@diamondexteriorcleaning 2 жыл бұрын

Great work as usual Ashley, the whole street will be looking clean before you know it!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The noise of the pressure washing always attracts attention and hopefully the results speak for themselves.😉👍🏼

@hedhed6022 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh love tho work i opened my company also what tipe of chemicals do u use love u and keep up the good work

@stevewaterhouse2541 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos thanks pal 👌

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you find them useful.👍🏼

@outservewindowcleaninggras511 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant job mate 👏

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!😃👍🏼

@cristalwindow 2 жыл бұрын

Great as always 👍

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!😎👍🏼

@lewishayward994 2 жыл бұрын

Another great, useful video. You have helped me start my own Pressure Washing business. completed my first job today. Onwards and upwards.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Keep up the good work! I’m glad you found the channel useful.😃👍🏼

@paulhurst8113 2 жыл бұрын

Great work ethic, if I’m cleaning conservatory windows , I’ll always give the gutters a good wipe even though its not included I the price.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds good! Added value is always appreciated.😃👍🏼

@clearnewview 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job! I have done that type job before and remember not liking that kind of work at all. Got rid of all pressure washing equipment...lol

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

I like to get variety into my work.😉👍🏼

@sussexexternalcleaning6276 2 жыл бұрын

Another good 1 💪🏼

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

😃👍🏼

@luannvondracek439 2 жыл бұрын

Ash, smashing job. That little extra will have tongues wagging in a good way. 👍

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!😃👍🏼

@ross6740 2 жыл бұрын

You must have scottish ancestors with a surname Macintosh. The Scotts have a good ethical work rate and brilliant technical minds. You are very good mate.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!😃👍🏼

@SGPHREAK01 2 жыл бұрын

Get tips! I have very few driveways on at the moment! Seems like roofs are the demand in my area! I think here in N.Ireland it’s not as much of a thing!! I’ve done flyer drops in areas with loads driveways of paving brick! No bites yet!🤣 maybe they will change their mind when the weeds are 2ft tall!😂 Love your videos, I to have a new business, and have been very fortunate to be so busy so soon!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks for your comments. I wish you all the best for the spring!😃👍🏼

@aaronramdhanie4340 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring bro!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks.😎👍🏼

@JosephSpekki 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job 👌 I price by square metre. On large jobs giving offers of course and yes min charge is needed to be in place.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Sounds good.😃👍🏼

@PMGUTTERSSERVICE 2 жыл бұрын

Great video... Every project is different and quoting comes vary... Everyone needs to work out their own pricing... Greetings🙂👍💪

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!😃👍🏼

@kevfirey7799 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely job Ashley good advice as usual , just starting up and was modeling my equipment on yours . Was wondering What size of nozzles do you use in your flat surface cleaner

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I have 25 degree nozzles on my fsc.👍🏼

@kevfirey7799 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for reply Ashley was in a bit of a dilema between 15 degree or 25 i,ll now stick with 25 thanks@@aemackintosh

@wncjetservices3909 2 жыл бұрын

Wheres your xjet gone mate? You sold me on the xjet and I'm so pleased with it its amazing!!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

😆 Because it’s a small job I just used the watering can this time.😉👍🏼

@completeexteriorcleaningse750 2 жыл бұрын

Top Job Ash min charge customers understand so its all good

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Great! Yes, it’s often just a case of explaining to the customer. 👍🏼

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

£200-£350

@theguvnor5964 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice job.....can we ask what you charge per sq mt approx ? thanks.

@paulharkin906 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! What pressure is your pressure washer running at? I find that I still have to do the odd weeds etc after I’ve used the flat surface cleaner with a turbo Lance? 🤷

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

My pressure washer is a 21 litre per minute machine. But yes, I did go back over some areas with the turbo nozzle to get a few of the weeds out.👍🏼

@baileypemberton7498 2 ай бұрын

Hi what machine would you suggest using to start off with? What chemical did you use there also what removes black spot? Cheers 👍

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

Just be honest and tell us 😂

@martinakilleen9730 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely job what windows cleaning system would you recommend for starting off just for one person use

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Depends on your budget. A Purefreedom trolley is a great way to start on a small budget.👍🏼

@rolandblell9614 2 жыл бұрын

Well done excellent work, I am new to window cleaning, just started a while ago, some costumers are asking me for driveway cleaning, can you advise please what king of machines/ tools I need to buy to be able to do driveway cleaning, I would really appreciate your help, thank you in advance.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

If you go directly to my channel and check out the playlists, you should find everything you need there.😉👍🏼

@rolandblell9614 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh great, thank you, really appreciate it.

@cronick8572 2 жыл бұрын

Hi dude great job!, I'm starting my own pressure washing business in the next couple weeks and have watched your videos. I'm curious do you find most peoples outside taps to be sufficient enough water flow for your machine or do you use a buffer tank often? I have a 4000psi 15/lpm beast so...

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Always a buffer tank. But with a 15litres per minute machine most taps will probably be enough.👍🏼

@thatwelshman4518 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh what litres per minute does yours do? Seen a few people using a wheelie bin as a buffer tank, seems a cheap and good idea!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

I’m running a 21litres per minute machine.😃👍🏼

@ro63rto Жыл бұрын

Uh-oh, you made a clean spot on that wall.

@benndarnbrough2363 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ashley, just wondered where you got your turbo lance and dual fan/rinse please? They look nice and long to save on back ache! I've only really just got into pressure washing with a smaller system so struggling to know what's for the best.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Get in touch with Rutland Pumps. If you give them a ring they can advise you on what’s best.😉👍🏼

@randomstuff4323 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, does the customer pay after the wash or after the sanding has been done? Great videos BTW. Many thanks. 👍

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

I usually invoice the customer once it’s complete with sand.👍🏼

@spurs4yid 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ashley, have found the videos you do really helpful. I want to do a few time-lapse videos for my Facebook page, what camera do you use? Thanks Adam

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Great. I’m using a GoPro Hero 10.😉👍🏼

@futurepressurewashing6811 2 жыл бұрын

I hope your minimum is £195 mate. Excellent as always

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Get whatever you can!😉👍🏼

@futurepressurewashing6811 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh I'm worth more than that. I have a professional business and offer a professional service.( you taught me that) I don't discounts and I get every quote

@danandrews90 Жыл бұрын

@@futurepressurewashing6811 might aswell up prices a tad if you get every quote mate see how much you can push it

@benmyers534 Жыл бұрын

Do you not clean in between all of the joints in the driveway? I’m just interested because I’d have thought all the dirty water will fill the cracks?

@shaunflack7303 Жыл бұрын

Regardless of location and service type what did you charge for this job i thought you was finally gonna reveal a price lol

@johnnyscriven8986 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I was wondering why do you softwash after the rotary cleaner and not before?.

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

Sometimes you can do a pre treatment as well. I like to remove as much as I can with the pressure washer first and then the chemical has less work to do. If you just use the chemical first you end up using more than you need to, and it will likely need a second application anyway.

@johnnyscriven8986 Жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh I noticed on your other videos you have the V-TUF RAPID-VSC 240v Hot-Water Pressure Washer. Would you recommend it? Is it powerful enough? Thanks

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

No, not worth it, that thing is virtually useless.👎🏼

@johnnyscriven8986 Жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh Thanks 'BROTHER 😊' for saving me a heap load of money .

@markfielding5120 3 ай бұрын

Great vids .. what pressure washer are you using?

@aemackintosh 3 ай бұрын

Thanks. It’s a Watertek 21 litres per minute with a GX390

@TomTRIPZ 4 ай бұрын

Good job. Noticed a small oil mark still on the drive. Would you usually leave them, or can you remove?

@aemackintosh 4 ай бұрын

I will ask the customer as there will be an extra charge for stain removal and using a chemical to do it.

@benstanley8591 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Do you just use hypo and nothing else to help prevent the smell of it? also what’s your go to dilution rate? thanks!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

I use hypo with surfactant, which helps it sit on the surface better.👍🏼

@eggie555golf Жыл бұрын

Hi Ash have you ever tried the Sika resin sand, applied the same but wet it after and it goes off hard

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

No I haven’t actually used it myself. Could be a good added extra.

@jamesfreeman7826 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, unrelated but I watched one of you videos where you kindly shared a discount code for wcw.i can't find the video,would you share the code please.keep up the great work really inspiring me to start my own business!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

There is a discount, exclusive to listeners of the AM Exterior Cleaning Podcast. The code is at the bottom of every episode description.🎙😃👍🏼

@jamesfreeman7826 2 жыл бұрын

Superb thanks!

@TonyBecks1969 2 жыл бұрын

Is the re-sanding always an automatic or is that an added extra? As in some may want it and some not?

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

I include it as standard. Finishes the job off nicely.👍🏼

@Yeshua73732 2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate whats the cleaning product your using? Ive seen some videos were there using bleach! Do they water it down or something? Cheers

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

The product is Sodium Hypochlorite which is usually mixed with water and a surfactant.

@richardwhite3522 Жыл бұрын

Hi mate does the hypo stain the tarmac when it runs off and how do you clear up the sludge

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

Yes, hypo can stain the tarmac if you’re not careful.

@bbarnes5739 2 жыл бұрын

Have you had problems using hypo next to artificial grass? Thanks barney from Accrington

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

No. Just be careful and rinse with plenty of water.👍🏼

@bbarnes5739 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh cheers bro

@deathski2 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Can I ask what do you find the best weed killer for drives and monoblock, any help appreciated. Thanks Steve

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

I use Round Up Pro.👍🏼

@deathski2 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh Thank you very much. 👍

@bigjake4996 2 жыл бұрын

Do you not seal the drive at the end? Is this not something you would recommend? Thanks

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Not if the customer doesn’t ask for it.👍🏼

@allbritepvc4948 Жыл бұрын

Quick question why not use the surface cleaner whilst the hypo is on work it in a bit more then rinse off. Thanks

@Stu81 9 ай бұрын

Because adding water will dilute the hypo even more, there is no need to work the hypo in unless you have heavy black spotting, then a bit of a scrub with a broom can help or if need be a second treatment with a stronger mix, hypo has a short half life, once on the ground it's not doing anything after 20 mins maybe 40mins at the most but after 20 mins it's lost most of its strength.

@dynajedi 2 жыл бұрын

Personally i would of just used the turbo nozzle, sod messing about with those fsc they are crap.

@FlashTechEngineering 2 жыл бұрын

My conversion to to would be $270 pounds 👍💰

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

🤑👍🏼

@teepot4539 Жыл бұрын

How much minimum charge

@adambarnett2927 2 жыл бұрын

What mix is your softwash? Do you buy it online?

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Sodium Hypochlorite with a little surfactant added.👍🏼

@losttheplot26 Жыл бұрын

Did you put any sealant down keep it clean

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

Not on this one.

@slim439 2 жыл бұрын

Every job is different, with its own issues. I quote each job individually. You have to cover yourself. How often do you get the old, "Oh while your here, can you just give this a quick flick over"? Sure, it might only take you 30 seconds to do, but you've done something extra, for no reward. Try doing that at KFC, when you see them bagging up your order,....."Ah, While your there, can you add 6 nuggets"? See what happens then......they stop doing your order, & come back to the til. "That'll be another x amount of $$". Try saying, "Aww, I just thought while you were there, kinda thing".... Yeah right. You have your experience, & machinery to do the job, not to mention, all the associated costs, of just being in business for yourself. Never sell yourself short. Mild rant over.

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

You make a good point. I think it’s good to bear it in mind and allow for this in your minimum charge. I don’t mind doing a little extra thing, but if it becomes a bigger thing then I will say that I will have to charge extra.😉👍🏼

@tomyoungman23 2 жыл бұрын

How much did you charge 🤔

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

£200-£350

@kavostat8130 Жыл бұрын

Hi Can you just give me some i dea of average cost per metre sq ? similar to your video and total time , how much is your initial basic cost ? according to video is £100 plus what ever is the job cost on the top, £100+£ job cost.#. £??? total

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

There are guidelines on how to quote on my training courses: www.aemackintosh-onlinetraining.com/courses/start-planning-your-business

@RBTHEBear94 11 ай бұрын

You need a turbo nozzle

@aemackintosh 11 ай бұрын

Yeah. I’ve got one don’t worry, in fact I’ve got a few. But I try to avoid using them if I can. A bit too intense sometimes and they make an awful mess.😆

@strelley1 2 ай бұрын

Are all you guys using a phone on a tripod or actual cameras 📷

@aemackintosh 2 ай бұрын

Yeah, actual cameras. Theres no way I’d ever use fake cameras.

@DMAC463 8 ай бұрын

You never mentioned your minimum charge

@lukehilton5690 Жыл бұрын

What’s your minimum charge for a job? Surely it has to be £180 minimum?

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

Yeah.

@losttheplot26 Жыл бұрын

Could of charged a bit more.

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

I think you’re right.👍🏼

@stephenhayes4637 9 ай бұрын

Seeing the result at the end, I would say £125 is good value, and I’m a right Scrooge. Like my Dad

@aemackintosh 9 ай бұрын

😎👍🏼

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

We’re still in the dark Ashley

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

You will have to use your initiative.👍🏼

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh £200-£350

@Mobileblaster 2 жыл бұрын

Left me feeling a little click bate minimum charge? All you say is you charge minimum charge. Anyone running a business knows they need to charge something or it wouldn't be a business. You need to change that title and thumb nail 😮‍💨

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like you missed the point.😆👎🏼

@Mobileblaster 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh nowt to miss apart from a misleading thumb nail I'm glad you don't say your pricing though as its what keeps trades competitive plus its illegal to price fix I see it if your on a platform like this your using your voice to price fix so it's a good thing really just that the title and thumbnail made me click and then I thort I would let you know it's kinda click bate for sure

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

It’s not meant to be click bait. Supposed to represent a job for my minimum charge, anything smaller would still be the same price because I still have to travel there, set up, unload, etc etc. so it’s not always just about charging per square meter. But never mind.🤦🏻‍♂️

@Mobileblaster 2 жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh oh so I get the point way too confusing looks like your going to tell people your minimum charge. I just don't get why you would make a video saying your doing this is for your minimum charge. Every one knows or should know to charge a customer something or you wouldn't be in business anyways I watched the entire video left a little confused with that but otherwise good video 👍 everyone enjoys a good pressure washing vid 🙂 or should do haha

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, you should charge something! Set the minimum and don’t go below that!😉👍🏼

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

£200

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

We believe for this kind of job you have a £200-£350 minimum considering the chemical surface area size and wall cleaning services.

@edwardtrejo1349 2 жыл бұрын

Also considering its close to home, it’s in Northampton, and the many other factors, I.e it’s half a days work. I guess there’s just some things your not willing to help others with.

@07015678 Жыл бұрын

Should have done the whole wall you lazy laddie

@aemackintosh Жыл бұрын

🤦🏻‍♂️ The wall wasn’t even part of the job I quoted for.

@07015678 Жыл бұрын

@@aemackintosh get back to work

@stoobydoo74 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. This is the first video I've watched of yours but loved it! You have a brilliant work ethic just like another youtuber I avidly follow - Sid @ Partridge Exterior Cleaning - would great if you both did a collab together!

@aemackintosh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I hope you find the channel useful.😃👍🏼