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Old 05-04-2008
Glassdoc Glassdoc is offline
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Default Re: What have you done to offset high fuel costs?

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Originally Posted by starstruck View Post
I haven't raised my pricing but I have added a fuel surcharge per invoice
(non insurance referal). I also now take a closer look at the customer's location and weigh out if it is worthwhile before accepting the job. I try hard to group up repairs by area to make the trips worthwhile. I still do mobile service but also set up at a stationary location whenever possible. I replaced my work truck with a fuel efficent car a couple of year ago.

I also cuss at the fuel pump but that hasn't seemed to help at all! lol
I'm confused. You raised your pricing and you have not raised your pricing...

quote: I have increased profits in combination with taking the appropriate price increases and my customer base seems to have turned more upscale. My per invoice amounts have increased dramatically with the average being about $58. That includes all of my fleet rate business.end quote
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