I just had my first paying customer...here's what I learned

[Calendyr]

I no longer use an extractor. Now I spray the seats with APC, brush and mop up with a microfiber towel. I am planning on adding steamers before mopping up once I get the triangle tool used to clean seats for my steamer.

As for time. 4 hours is really the minimum time it takes to completelly clean and interior. Most of the time it takes longer than that especially on larger vehicles or if the vehicle is really dirty.

[Eldorado2k]

What size hose & attachments are you working with?

[MattPersman]

Good experience. A lot of these people that want an interior detail have let the vehicle become trashed for years. Then want you to work a miracle for small money

Never hurts to see the vehicle first until you get a very solid production method down


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[Mike Phillips]

My questions for the group:

What did you learn about servicing your first paying customer?

I shared what I learned in this article and in Renny Doyle's book


The learned skill of turning detailing work down by Mike Phillips

Click on the link: Rug Doctor

I got it from Wal-Mart for $125. The head is difficult to maneuver, but it works.

The above is great information for the Amazon Car Detailing Discussion Forum or the Walmart Car Detailing Discussion Forum.

(if you can find them?)