Is Pressure washing is a Profitable Business In the USA?

I’ve been getting a lot of emails from people asking about how I made $17000 dollars in one week with the pressure washing business. They want to know if it’s a good business to get into and also what products I use and where can they purchase them?

Yes, It’s a Great Business

Well, first off yes it is a very profitable business and you can make a lot of solid money, but there are a few things you have to remember before going out and starting up your own pressure washing business.

Here is the scoop:

I’ve been doing this since I was 16 years old so it’s nothing new to me, however, I still had to do my research on all of the equipment I needed.

I had to locate all of the pressure washing equipment that was made for residential use rather than commercial because they are way more affordable.

How much does it cost to start a pressure washing business?

The first thing everyone asks me is “how much does it cost to start a pressure washing business?” Well, if you were to go out and purchase all of the equipment that is needed to perform residential pressure washing you could expect to pay between $5,000 and $15,000.

Equipment and Supplies

You might find some used equipment out there for cheaper but most of it is not in great condition so there is no need to buy used ones unless you want to take the chance. I’ve had my equipment for many years and it’s still working so well I don’t see myself needing to spend money on a new setup any time soon.

I would recommend if you are looking to start up your own pressure washing business that you call around locally to get the best prices because depending on where you purchase your equipment will determine how much it costs.

As far as the supplies I use, I purchase all of my detergents and chemicals from the local hardware store. Here is a list of items that you will need to get started:

•         Truck mounted pressure washer (2800-4000 PSI)
•         Detergents/Cleaners (4-5 gallons per day)
•         Water (4-5 gallons per day)

You can purchase these items at any local hardware/grocery store. I would also recommend that you go out and talk to some of your neighbors to see if they are interested in having their house pressure washed, the great thing about this business is that you don’t even need any special tools.

You only need a truck-mounted pressure washer and detergents/cleaners to get started making money pressure washing houses in your neighborhood.

How To Start A Pressure Washing Business In the USA?

If you are looking to start up your own pressure washing business there is only one option you should consider and that is starting your very own company.

Starting up a residential pressure washing company in the USA is not extremely difficult, but it can be time-consuming. You have to research everything that has to do with starting up a business before you get started. For example, if you want to start up a pressure washing company you need to:

Get your business name registered

Establishing your company name is important because you don’t want someone else using it. Therefore, Register it with the authorities.

If you are just starting out I would consider getting your own personal website so you can have customers contact you whenever they need pressure washing services.

It’s really important to get a new domain name for your company rather than using the free ones provided by WordPress or Blogger because it gives you more credibility when potential customers see that your business has its own website.

I would also recommend that you register your business with the state so you can get an “S” tax number to file taxes. You can do this on your own or you can hire a lawyer to do it for you, which will cost more money than doing it yourself.

Get your federal ID number along with a state ID number:

You can get your Federal ID number by applying for a DBA (Doing Business As) statement. This is only about $30 and will establish your company with the state.

If you have employees getting an EIN number will be important so you can withhold taxes on their paychecks. Also, you want to check with your state because some states require a sales tax license and other state and local permits.

Purchasing the necessary insurance

Another thing I would recommend is purchasing the necessary insurance to run your business, this is another way you can prove to potential customers that you are a legitimate business.

Startup a business account at the bank:

The next thing you are going to want to do is to open a business bank account once you get your Federal ID number. This will be what your customers pay into for their services.

Purchase the Right Equipment

The next thing you should do after getting your business name registered is purchasing a truck-mounted pressure washer. You might think you can get away with buying a low-cost pressure washer for your business because it will be okay, but you don’t want to do this because those types of pressure washers are useless and they will not last very long at all.

I would recommend spending a little extra upfront and purchasing a good pressure washer instead of purchasing the cheaper one because the cheaper ones will not last very long.

However, when it comes down to starting up a residential pressure washing company I would recommend purchasing an entry-level machine so you can get started while being on a budget. You don’t have to buy the best equipment right away because as you grow your business you will be able to afford a higher-end machine.

Learn How To Do It Right

After you purchase your equipment you can start making money, but it is important to remember that there are laws and regulations when it comes to pressure washing houses so make sure you do some research on this before getting started.

If you don’t know how to pressure wash correctly you can damage the siding of a home so it is important that you learn how to do this and understand all of the safety guidelines before getting started.

Find customers interested in having their home pressure washed

Most people assume when they start up their pressure washing company they will get a lot of customers right away, however, this is not always the case. You have to take into consideration that in order to start any business you must put hours and hours of effort in the beginning until it starts to pay off.

There are no “get rich quick schemes” here when it comes to owning and operating a successful pressure washing business. I’ve been at this for many years now, but it wasn’t until recently that my business started to boom.

You have to be patient when starting up any type of business because it takes time before you start seeing profits. You might want to invest some money into your marketing campaign along with flyers for your company and signs that you can put up on telephone poles and in front of your neighbors’ homes. If you’re willing to put in the financial and time commitment into starting up a pressure washing business then go for it.

Conclusion:

With all of the information I have laid out it is my hope that reading this article will assist you in starting up your pressure washing business. The important thing to remember here is to put a lot of hard work and effort into this type of business because if you’re willing to do that then your chances for success are very high.

However, you should also remember that if you want to start up a residential pressure washing business there are many things you must do that includes having the right insurance and purchasing the correct equipment.