[Craig Argyle]

I need some info on the startup costs for a WC business.  Just so I can see if I disagreeumption is on the ball basically.  Thanks 

P.S   By the way I am very impressed with this site 2 thumbs way up!!!!

[gary evans]

Craig

Start up cost is minimul for traditional but look into wfp to elliviate the use of ladders.

Masterclean of Aldrige do all equipment, not cheap but they used to have a notice board you could advertise for work on, or people selling advertise.

Another way is to place a wanted add in  the business section of the express & star, this works, you may get something good cheap. But expect to pay 3 x monthly value for most existing rounds.

Also if you want to try working with wfp try me or another company to see & try how they work.

Gary

[gary evans]

Craig

There was a round advertised for Sutton Coldfield

Gary

[Craig Argyle]

Cheers Gary great advice mate!!!  So where are you based?  I was trying to ask window cleaners from the yellow pages to see if they'd let me watch them or work with them for a day or 2 for a few tips and advice but nobody is willing.  I geuss they are not doing to well with work maybe not sure.  Anyway thanks again!

Craig

[gary evans]

Craig

We,re based in Bridgetown Cannock.

I,ve some thats over run in brum needs doing next week, if you want to have look, possibke friday

Gary

[David 'Duck' Clare]

Hi Craig I had to buy a lot of stuff recently due to a car break in, but i also upgraded a lot of stuff recently also - the costs were as following:

3 section 4.8 mtr ladder                     £90 B&Q

Unger Ergo-Tec belt system               £60 Ebay (i swear by this systems its v.gd)

Unger Ergo-Tec 4 mtr Pole                 £30 Ebay

Under 14" T-bar                                 £4 Ebay

Unger 10" T-Bar                                 £4.25 local cleaning supply shop

Unger applicator pads 14/10/18"      £3-£8 depneding what size/type

Unger Ergo Tec Scrapper                   £1.50

Unger 18" Bucket                               £7

Wet Floor sign                                    £9

Squeegie handels Unger                   £7 (x3) = £20 for cash! local shop

Channels 12, 14, 10"                        £4-£6 inc rubber

Unger BOAB new style                      £9.99 +p&p Ebay

This is a lot of stuff and you dont need it all but i have all this lot plus a few more bits for traditional cleaning.

MAIN THING IS BUY THE GOOD STUFF STRAIGHT AWAY - DONT BUY CHEAP STUFF ITS REAL BAD QUALITY AND ALSO HURTS YOURS HANDS IN MY OPINION I.E. I HAD A CHEAP MAKE SQUEEGIE HANDEL AND IT HURT THE PALM OF MY HAND. I RECOMEND ETTORE AND UNGER (& OTHERS BUT THESE TWO BRANDS ESPECIALLY) ALSO EBAY IS GOOD FOR START UP KIT, I THINK 3 CS AND SLAVERDRIVER ALL DO GOOD DEALS IF YOU EMAIL THEM

Regards

DC 

[Craig Argyle]

Cheers guys great advice!!!  So nervous so far but this site is helping me loads!  Trouble is Gary I cant really take on any jobs as of yet as I am still witing for a loan from the prince's trust and want to do everything legit.  I would however be more than willing to watch you for a couple of hours or so as it would be nice to get a few pointers.  Wish I had the tools otherwise I woulda helped you out no probs.  Sorry.

[gary evans]

Craig

Sorry short & sweet this morning had to go early.

We operate the tucker waterfed pole system, but do ground floor traditional the properties have got to be cleaned by me personally. You would be there to help, do trad. & try poles some h&s advice thats all.

You would have to meet before because of work involved & vetting, done this before with other guys, probably 4 - 6 hours to complete run around work left in brum.

Properties are 3 storey houses flats & office with different window types, tuesday would be better day to get them out way.

Also go through wfp types & methods.

Gary

[gary evans]

Craig

Sorry short & sweet this morning had to go early.

We operate the tucker waterfed pole system, but do ground floor traditional the properties have got to be cleaned by me personally. You would be there to help, do trad. & try poles some h&s advice thats all.

You would have to meet before because of work involved & vetting, done this before with other guys, probably 4 - 6 hours to complete run around work left in brum.

Properties are 3 storey houses flats & office with different window types, tuesday would be better day to get them out way.

Also go through wfp types & methods.

Gary

[Craig Argyle]

That would be great stuff!  I ahvent had much experience in this trade but have however in the painting and decorating.  Besides the point anyway right!  My phone number is 01922 444759 I am sure could sort something out.  Thanks for all this help Gary!   

[gary evans]

Craig

Working sunday, so just picked up phone betwween 9 - 10 am today monday for meet.

Gary

[Craig Argyle]

Hi Gary  Just me again.  I was wondering if its possible we could re-arrange our meeting for some other time as I have got alot of stuff to do and have to meet the deadline that the prince's trust have got.  Otherwise I won't get in until June and thats WAYYYYYY to long for me lol.  I would still very much like to come with you sometime though but all this has just come unplanned.  Didnt think it would be so time consuming to get a bit of cash from the trust.  I would have called ya mate but didnt have your number!  Hopefully you can get to this message before hand.  Just give us a call if you like.  Cheers

Craig 

[gary evans]

Hi Craig

No, didnt get message go in at 0630 to start then went across, waited 40 mins, perhaps best if you had driven over to tell me i would have understood, better than lost time.

Still come in sometime, but you can come to me next time.

All the best with princes trust

Gary

[Craig Argyle]

Sorry garry!

I really thought you woulda got it!  I did try calling landywood if thats who you are but too late!  Very sorry mate!   i be in touch once im all sorted.

Craig