So I'm seeking knowledge from any guys running a tent location . Any advice before I get started looking for a location . The plan is to find a location in the middle-somewhat upperclass part of town off the highway , high traffic . I'll probably target gas stations . A lot of tent guys I see here in town are set up at grocery stores , and costcos . I think those tents at grocery stores are genius ...grocery shoppers have time to spare , People can pull up , fill out paperwork and then leave their vehicle to be serviced while they shop . But idk if I'll be able to pull off a deal with a big company like that , but I will get a fresh haircut and shave , put on some nice clothes and try ! Location will mean everything so I will not settle for something sub-par . Does anyone have a sample draft of a simple contract you use with the property owner to obtain a location ?? I imagine it being very simple ... Just a one page contract stating that I have permission to use their propert in exchange for XXX$ amount . Signed and notarized ... ???
I also would love some advice for tying down my tent properly and in a way that doesn't look too tacky . I've seen some tents use barrels full of water held with ropes from the tent . I'm thinking about using a bucket full of concrete on each of the 4 legs of the tent . Also was thinking about doing the same for the signs I put up . Instead of putting stakes in the ground the put up my banner signs , I was thinking about just putting the stake in a bucket full of concrete , that way I can take them down every evening when I'm down working , and not risk my signs being tampered with ... But idk yet, just seems like a good idea if there is only concrete around to place my signs on .
Lastly , anyone wanna share warranty policies they have ? Or what you do if you crack out a windshield ? I know that a warranty is highly recommended because when using insurance , the insurance Rep always lets the customer know that they don't garentee the work and to check with the company doing your repair about a warranty . But what about crack outs ? I have seen companies that just say "sorry, we are not responsible " and go as far as putting up signs on their tents saying to have repaired at your own risk , we are not responsible for broken windshields. But I don't want to do that , especially being such a small company (one location for now) , I think a sign like that doesn't put any customer at ease at all and only makes them think twice . I have read on this forum that some of you guys will pay half the replacement cost if you crack it out . Anyone do that ? I think I like that idea and I think that's what I'll do if I crack any windshields out , I mean , how often can it happen with a brand new delta bridge, right !? Lol ... Probably not more than once or twice a year . it gets HOT here in Texas , glass is a little more unstable here than in most of the areas you guys live in , I'm sure of it ! Lol .... Anyway , anyone have any advice about running a tent location ??
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We set up at washes mostly and never used or needed a tent, but good luck.
I got a friend in Huston if you need help or locations he has tons...
I got a friend in Huston if you need help or locations he has tons...
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Thanks old school .... I have given a little thought to setting up at a wash . Mainly because I started talking to an owner of a pretty busy wash and they said that they have a guy at their other wash site , but not at that one . I know how to run a tent location but don't really know how I'd go about working at a wash . I'd do repairs before they washed their cars right ? Or would I use a chip saver on the chip and then repair after the wash ? Do you guys have any sign marketing on site , or just walk around talking to people ? Maybe have a small table set up with one sign or something or what ? Any advice you got on how to work at a wash would be much appreciated, Bc I might just try to get in with a busy wash . Seems like it would be a great place to get the numbers I'm looking for . I want to get atleast 4-6 repairs a day . Do you think getting numbers like that at an average wash is doable based on your experiences at washes , oldschool?
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Also , while I'm still online and thinking about it oldschool ... Setting up at a wash , do you have to take a high-pressure approach pitching and selling to potential customers , or is it possible to get good numbers at a wash using a low-pressured , laid back approach ? I definitely don't want to be that guy who is running around a wash lot , making people feel uncomfortable like Chipio , but I am definitely not shy about approaching or talking to people openly .
Also , it seems like working at a wash could mean more repair problems because of potential damage that can be done by water and water pressure during the car wash . Do you have to deal with a lot of that ?
And lastly , would you mind sharing with us an average amount you will pay for rent at a wash ? Pay per day , per month , per repair? I feel like if the numbers I can acquire at a wash will meet my goal of 4-6 repairs per day on average , I would feel comfortable paying 600-1000 / month , sound about right ?
Thanks again for any advice you share
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Also , it seems like working at a wash could mean more repair problems because of potential damage that can be done by water and water pressure during the car wash . Do you have to deal with a lot of that ?
And lastly , would you mind sharing with us an average amount you will pay for rent at a wash ? Pay per day , per month , per repair? I feel like if the numbers I can acquire at a wash will meet my goal of 4-6 repairs per day on average , I would feel comfortable paying 600-1000 / month , sound about right ?
Thanks again for any advice you share
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You want to pay per day or per repair as it minimizes risk and puts you in control. What happens if you pay monthly and it rains 20/30 days? Try and find a middle ground, because the location owners will be thinking the same way except in the opposite direction that you want to go. Suggest maybe daily with a minimum amount of days payed.Texasguy wrote:Also , while I'm still online and thinking about it oldschool ... Setting up at a wash , do you have to take a high-pressure approach pitching and selling to potential customers , or is it possible to get good numbers at a wash using a low-pressured , laid back approach ? I definitely don't want to be that guy who is running around a wash lot , making people feel uncomfortable like Chipio , but I am definitely not shy about approaching or talking to people openly .
Also , it seems like working at a wash could mean more repair problems because of potential damage that can be done by water and water pressure during the car wash . Do you have to deal with a lot of that ?
And lastly , would you mind sharing with us an average amount you will pay for rent at a wash ? Pay per day , per month , per repair? I feel like if the numbers I can acquire at a wash will meet my goal of 4-6 repairs per day on average , I would feel comfortable paying 600-1000 / month , sound about right ?
Thanks again for any advice you share
Texasguy
$25 a day = $750 a month
Offer them the $25 per day with a minimum of 16 days on site. You'll pay $400 no matter what, any amount of days over 16 in a month and you'll be paying an additional $25 per day.
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Express , thanks ! That's a great idea , I like it ! Are you going to have a simple one or 2 page contract you drive around with while trying to close deals on locations you like and want ? I like daily payment a lot Bc of the weather reason , but like the monthly plan just Bc it keeps it simple and easier to close the location deal . Maybe I'll see if I can put something together on paper for multiple payment deals and show you what I come up with , that way , which ever way I purpose a deal , I'll have an already made contract that will just require some fill in the blanks to complete . Appreciate the reply a lot .
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