Revitalize residential driveways, siding, and decks with high-pressure cleaning
Time: Weekends or 10-20 hours per week
Homeowners and property managers pay you to remove years of accumulated dirt, algae, and grime from exterior surfaces. You generate income by charging per project or per square foot for tasks like cleaning interlocking brick, concrete driveways, and vinyl siding. Money is made by providing the equipment and labor that residents lack. Profit margins are high after initial equipment costs, especially during the spring and summer months when curb appeal is a high priority for Canadian sellers.
Invest at least $600 at Home Depot or Canadian Tire for a unit with 3000+ PSI and 2.5+ GPM to handle tough concrete stains efficiently.
Spend $150 on a 15-inch surface cleaner attachment to avoid streaks and buy protective eyewear to prevent injury from flying debris and high-pressure spray.
Contact a broker like Zensurance to get a $1,000,000 or $2,000,000 liability policy, typically costing $40 to $70 per month to protect against surface damage.
Post high-quality before-and-after photos on Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji, offering a $99 'Driveway Special' to build your initial portfolio and get reviews.
Develop a price list ranging from $0.20 to $0.50 per square foot, or flat rates like $150 for a single-car driveway and $350 for full siding.
Offer to apply polymeric sand or sealant to interlocking stones for an additional $200 to $500, increasing your total profit per job significantly.
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