Best Online Distributor?

Really nice machine, that is the one Paul had at Tampa, perfect setup for just about anything
 
Really nice machine, that is the one Paul had at Tampa, perfect setup for just about anything

That double pump wonder roof cleaning machine?


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Naw the 5gpm 2500 psi washer that got auctioned off

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http://www.PRESSUREWASHERPRODUCTS.COM/
I've been very happy with these guys.
but they are local to me and I've been trying to use more local suppliers Other than that I really Bob at
http://pressuretek.com/. he treats everyone right and always has time to answer questions. Espec has everything you'll ever need but hit or miss on getting the part you actually ordered since they keep changing part numbers
 
http://www.PRESSUREWASHERPRODUCTS.COM/
I've been very happy with these guys.
but they are local to me and I've been trying to use more local suppliers Other than that I really Bob at
http://pressuretek.com/. he treats everyone right and always has time to answer questions. Espec has everything you'll ever need but hit or miss on getting the part you actually ordered since they keep changing part numbers

Yeah I think it's about what you expect from each one, some are stronger at certain things.

I here that a bit about espec


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Just curious why you are only interested in buying from an on line store. Are there no local equipment dealers in your area? If you are just starting out, you may not be up on serving your own equipment and you may benefit from buying from a local business. Many times they have used trade ins in great shape for half the price of new units.
 
Philip, Yes most guys have local distributors they could deal with. Unfortunately some of these distributors don't feel they need our business. 125% parts markup is not unheard of. Unanswered phone calls, poor customer service are just a couple of reasons Contractors buy on line.

I have one that is 45 mins from me, I'll never step foot in there ever. I'll drive an hour and change to one that has proven they want my business. I also buy on line.
 
the local shop here is a joke. way way over priced and way under educated in are industry.
 
The pricing I get from local shops here is way more than what I pay for the same exact parts from Paul at www.powerwashstore.com. Plus anytime I have a service issue I call Paul, he answers the phone, and every time he can tell me how to repair it over the phone. I have also emailed him pics or video so he can see what my equipment is doing or sounds like and he gives me a diagnosis right over the phone. Saves me a lot of money, time and driving time when he can ship me the part and I can make the repair myself.

I agree w Phil, if you can establish a relationship with a local disributor/repair shop that would be the best route to go. Unfortuantely in many areas, even as one as big as Houston, it's just not possible as they really don't have the local contractor's best interest in mind. Every local contractor I know of buy's from distibutors on line. Local distibutors/repair shops tell you flat out that it will be 2-3 weeks before they can even look at your machine, labor rates are astronomical and parts are, as Guy said, marked up way to high. Their business is geared more to the School Districts, Oil Industry, etc.

90% of my customers have a pressure washer in their garage, (a lo*es or HD model) but they don't use it because 1) they bought it and then after using it they realized just how much work it is and how much time it takes them to clean something and 2) after they used it the first time, it sat in their garage so long that the next time they tried to start it, it wouldn't and after calling around and finding out the cost to have it repaired, plus loading it taking it to the shop going back and getting it, etc, they realize that hiring a professional contractor with the right equipment is smarter. I have even had a few just give me their machine to get it out of their garage.
 
Good morning everyone.

So is everyone in agreement that for what I want to start out doing (residential, flatwork) that I would be better served going with a higher GPM and lower PSI?

For both of the models that have been pictured they both have 14000 CU. So which way is the best to go?
 
I would take Guy up on his offer before you buy anything....go out and spend a day with him and he will not only teach you but you can educate yourself on what you need....

Buying a PW is like buying a car. The same car doesn't fit everyone. Some people need a truck, some need a 4 door car, some need an SUV....and only you can determine that, and the only way you can determine that, is through education, and you get education through spending time working with someone.

Here's the problem, we see 100 of you every year. About 10% actually listen to us and the others ask us what to do, then go do their own thing their own way. Guess who's stuff we end up buying for pennies on the dollar a year later??? You guessed it....the 90% who didn't listen. If your not willing to listen here when guys are telling you to go get education before buying equipment, your stuff is probably going to end up on craigslist next year no matter what you buy. The easy part is buying a machine....the hard part is knowing how to use what you've got....

If Guy has offered, by all means take him up on it! Which do you want to be....the 10% or the 90%??
 
Re-read this thread and do what feels right man. Personally we spent around 7 months researching, went to a roundtable, wrote a business plan, did a hella lotta market research and finally the best advice was listening to GUY and getting a 8gpm over a 4gpm. Now looking back, almost everything in our business plan has changed, everything we thought we NEEDED we didn't, we still learn something new day in and day out. Good luck friend.
 
Welcome to the forum
Guys,

Thanks for all the help and advice. I know I am asking a lot of questions and it seems to some like I am going to dive right into this head over heels, but that is not the case.

I currently have a decent job with good insurance and benefits so I am not going to throw that away just yet. I want to start out small and work my way from there. Everyone has to start from somewhere.

I have talked with a couple of the PW contractors in my area and they have told me the work is good and steady. Plus they all seem to love what they do.

I am just starting my research into this and getting the right equipment within my budget is just the first step. I mainly am wanting to start out doing residential housing and flatwork. I guess with equipment startup, advertising, insurance, and other misc. stuff, I am wanting to start in the 5-8K range.

I plan to buy some things piece by piece and hopefully be operational by late winter-early spring 2012.

The way I look at is that if I buy all this stuff and it doesn't work out, then I will have one kick butt setup for my house for a long time :thumbup2:
 
I would take Guy up on his offer before you buy anything....go out and spend a day with him and he will not only teach you but you can educate yourself on what you need....

Buying a PW is like buying a car. The same car doesn't fit everyone. Some people need a truck, some need a 4 door car, some need an SUV....and only you can determine that, and the only way you can determine that, is through education, and you get education through spending time working with someone.

Here's the problem, we see 100 of you every year. About 10% actually listen to us and the others ask us what to do, then go do their own thing their own way. Guess who's stuff we end up buying for pennies on the dollar a year later??? You guessed it....the 90% who didn't listen. If your not willing to listen here when guys are telling you to go get education before buying equipment, your stuff is probably going to end up on craigslist next year no matter what you buy. The easy part is buying a machine....the hard part is knowing how to use what you've got....

If Guy has offered, by all means take him up on it! Which do you want to be....the 10% or the 90%??

Well said, it is better to learn from others that have been there than to learn from your own mistakes. Knowledge is the key.
 
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