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Posted: 3/23/2024 1:58:15 PM EDT
I've been a tech for 20ish years. Due to the increased COL, I'm doing mobile gigs on the weekends for the general public.
Sticking to what I know, Eurotrash and exotics, hoping to weed out the roaches that come with your typical broke client. What are you guys charging? Do you charge a flat "service fee" to at least cover drive-time/fuel? Right now, I'm letting the client supply the parts but that has it's own issues, plus I'm leaving money on the table in parts mark-up. I've been told to get 50% up front for larger jobs, but that doesn't feel right either. Any tips or suggestions? |
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Posted: 3/23/2024 9:31:12 PM EDT
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I am a mobile mechanic in northern Colorado on the front range.
My minimum service call is $120 within a 15 mile radius. I am $120 an hour I am a registered LLC I don’t normally install customer supplied parts, if I do I do charge extra on the labor and no warranty given, this is stated up front. I have an AllData subscription and use the labor guide to quote time, I usually round up the labor times, as most of the vehicles I work on are not pristine. I do mark up parts, it covers my supplies/tools/disposal fees, etc….. And my labor if there is a warranty issue. I have 2 bi directional scanners, which cover all the cars I have worked on. If you are asking for a recommendation, I recommend you get setup with an EIN, LLC and bank account. Do it right so you limit your liability and exposure. |
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Posted: 3/23/2024 9:55:41 PM EDT
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And make sure you know how to handle non payers. Get a signed contract before authorizing the work to be done and the price.
When they dont pay up, have the paperwork ready to do a lien or if everybody's local, small claims court. |
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