Washwater going into storm drains can break the federal Clean Water Act and local rules, with fines in some cities of up to $1,000 a day. Check your city’s rules before your first commercial job.
Homes, driveways, roofs or commercial flatwork. Each needs different kit and different rules.
Light paperwork compared with most trades.
The machine is the business. Buy for the work you will do this year.
Quote by the job, then sell the same job again next year.
Plan around the weather and the seasons.
No steps match.
Blue Hour washes houses in spring and summer and commercial lots in winter, so revenue never drops far below its peak. Revenue is up 40% on last year and it keeps $38 of every $100 in sales, one of the highest among similar businesses.
“Commercial roofs in winter kept the crews working all year.”
Usually just a general business licence from your city or county. Some states license home improvement contractors, and some cities need a permit for washwater.
No. Under the Clean Water Act and local rules, washwater must not go into storm drains. Send it to a grassy area or collect it and dispose of it properly.