Pricing question?

[808_detail_nut]

I know you guys are probably tired of hearing these questions but I just wanted to know if I'm undercharging. I been doing a package that includes 2 bucket wash, decon with clay and ironx, quick polish with menz106 fa or 205, sealant, dress wheel wells and tires, 303 wiped down on trim, and a quick window cleaning. I been charging 90-100 for cars, 100-130for trucks and SUVs. I did a few friends cars and they mentioned that I should charge more. That got me thinking so I figure ask you guys.

[oldmodman]

In West Los Angeles/Century City that would be more like 350 to 600. More if it required a two step polish to get rid of serious defects.

[808_detail_nut]

Really. Wow I guess I'm a little cheap. Thing is I enjoy the work but I need to make is somewhat of a profit. I have a Cadillac ATS tomorrow and I am doing this with a quick interior (vac, wipe down windows and hard surfaces) and steam clean and condition the leather seats. I'm was thinking 225 but maybe I should up that.


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[Joe@Superior Shine]

You need to break it down to what is it costing you and what is the market value of your service. How many hours did it take you to do the above mentioned service?

[808_detail_nut]

I would say on average it takes 5-6 hours.


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[808_detail_nut]

I thinking that the detail on the ATS is going to take me about 6-7


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[jarred767]

Your market plays a huge role, but not the only factor. Like Joe said break it down (time and costs). I usually charge by the hour, or at least my packages are based off an hourly rate of $50/hr. That covers product, travel, and my time. you have to figure our your own costs and how much you want to be paid (and how much your market will allow). Just don't short-change yourself because you enjoy the work.

[808_detail_nut]

Thanks guys still working things out. I have never had a complaint and it's easy to compete with the Craigslist guys because I seem to be fixing a lot of their work. This is a side business for me so I am not financially dependant on this. Picked up Renny Doyle's book and I been looking at it from time to time. Guess I need to sit and read it cover to cover. Thanks again.

[Joe@Superior Shine]

$100 divided by 6 hours is $16 and some change an hour. Not good. 1st get efficient. Do the best job possible in a timely manner. Then figure an appropriate hourly rate. $50+ is good. Your 6 hour job should be $300.

[808_detail_nut]

I like how that sounds. I enjoy it already that would make it a whole lot more satisfying.