What to charge

[Buzz Grande]

I have looked at the motorhome areas, but wanted to get more opinions.

I am trying to decide if I want to charge an hourly rate, or just a price for the whole vehicle. Basically, this mainly an exterior wash and wax. Maybe a quick cleaning of the interior, but the main concern is getting a good protective coat on the exterior.

I was going to either charge an hourly rate, guessing about 6 hours, or a fee for the whole job. Tyere is also a trailer (sleeper-type) that needs the same.

Any suggestions?

Also, this thing is covered with decals. I have used my PC with a wax over similar decals, but what about a light polish first? Definately don't want to cause damage. Open for any suggestions.

Thanks

[southerndetail]

I would suggest charging by the foot I uassually charge 8-12 per foot. As for the decals as long as they are not paint I don't think you have anything to worry about.

[ArmstrongDetailing]

Originally Posted by southerndetail

I would suggest charging by the foot I uassually charge 8-12 per foot. As for the decals as long as they are not paint I don't think you have anything to worry about.

This sounds good. They always take you longer than you think they will. I usually charge by estimating how long it will take me. I just give myself a little cushion and tell the customer that it could be less it just depends on how long it will take. That's not the best way to get the business though, but I am not too excited about doing big jobs like that anymore so if they think I'm too expensive it doesn't hurt my feelings.

[Poorboy]

Either charge by the foot or add at least 4 more hours on to this job, especially if you are going to do the roof too ...It's a bigger job then you think
I'd use a AIO (one step product) which will clean, polish and protect without doing harm to the vinyl decals ...you might also consider doing this as a charity, as it can be great exposure and a write-off at the same time

[Buzz Grande]

Thanks for the info guys. I will probably give an hourly rate, and am guessing it should take less than 8 hours, using an AIO. I did a smaller trailer (roof also), and it went fairly quick.

[Brenton]

Unless it is something like a miniwini (VW-winebego combo), I don't see any advantage to doing the roof.
The "Black Stuff" remover I heard about on here might be handy to have.
I charge $8/foot to wax; $12 for 1 stage & wax; $15 two stages & wax--very similar to boats; most boats have less vertical height, but have other challenges, like scum, hard paint, mold, oxidization, and mooring-port issues (accessibility).
A place nearby does a 1 stage + wax + interior on 28 foot for $800.