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How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Shaolin0147(m): 12:05pm On Sep 18, 2021
Please how much can I budget to start a car wash business

Both the land rent, the water thank, and the washing engine

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by HRHQueenPhil(f): 12:08pm On Sep 18, 2021
Shaolin0147:
Please how much can I budget to start a car wash business

Both the land rent, the water thank, and the washing engine
Lalasticlala seun

Simple one million will do it
Tanker and taps plus hose -- 300,000
Cement and workmanship- 50,000
Bucket, brushes,sponge - 10,000
Advert-10,000
Rent-500,000
Miscellaneous- the change

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Shaolin0147(m): 12:14pm On Sep 18, 2021
HRHQueenPhil:


Simple one million will do it
Tanker and taps plus hose -- 300,000
Cement and workmanship- 50,000
Bucket, brushes,sponge - 10,000
Advert-10,000
Rent-500,000
Miscellaneous- the change
It costly though, but do I need advert?

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by HRHQueenPhil(f): 12:21pm On Sep 18, 2021
Shaolin0147:
It costly though, but do I need advert?

Sure love even it's to put banner there so people eye will go there unless they will pass everyday

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by PointZerom: 12:31pm On Sep 18, 2021
HRHQueenPhil:


Simple one million will do it
Tanker and taps plus hose -- 300,000
Cement and workmanship- 50,000
Bucket, brushes,sponge - 10,000
Advert-10,000
Rent-500,000
Miscellaneous- the change
Why are you saying what you're not sure of?

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by HRHQueenPhil(f): 12:32pm On Sep 18, 2021
PointZerom:

Why are you saying what you're not sure of?

Words are powerful, u said u are Mr trouble and I can see u were not lying..stay d fVck away from me

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Emexicoman(m): 12:48pm On Sep 18, 2021
Source of water?
Gp tank...
Car Washing / pressure machine 75000
Sponges, brushes, buckets, rags 5000
Car port N/A
Hose.. yard is about 300naira
Land space/rent N/A
Chairs and table 4chairs 10k, table N/A
These are the things you need to start

I own a car wash

I don't know the price of gpee tanks in the market recently, you could price and select the size suitable and affordable for at the nearest building materials marketing your area.
The basic challenge with this business is staff, just like any other small business.

They might wash 5 cars in your absence but declare only 2. I know how many times I've caught my boys lieing about cars washed and believe you me this could run you down.

The best buckets to use are paint buckets, best soft Sponges are gotten from mosquitoes nets. Brushes go for 500 naira.

Do you have a source of water, I use the water board pipe borne water.
You need a small shop to store your properties after closing (staff may sleep over too)

Chat me up
Zero 7 zero 6 11 nine 0952

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by PointZerom: 1:18pm On Sep 18, 2021
HRHQueenPhil:


Words are powerful, u said u are Mr trouble and I can see u were not lying..stay d fVck away from me

I am patient with fools but not with those that are proud of it.

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Shaolin0147(m): 1:30pm On Sep 18, 2021
Emexicoman:
Source of water?
Gp tank...
Washing machine
Sponges, brushes, buckets, rags
Car port
Hose
Land space/rent
Chairs and table
These are the things you need to start

I own a car wash


Chat me up
Zero 7 zero 6 11 nine 0952
How much can I budget for it?
Lalasticlala
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Seyi8750: 3:38pm On Sep 18, 2021
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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by MANNABBQGRILLS: 3:38pm On Sep 18, 2021
Detailed information for you and other Nairalanders/Nigerians that what to go into this business.
This is one of our several businesses @[b][/b].
So this info are up to date.
Goodluck Guys.

(@Seun Osewa.......hmmmmmm)

1. Manage your finance

Make sure you know how to raise money for your business. To small-scale one, sparing a budget around N200,000 to N500,000 from your own savings might be sufficient for initial operation. However, the capital must be many times higher for large-scale car washing services. In that case, you may need to call upon the investment from other partners with strategic business plan for annual revenue. Always remember: failing to prepare is preparing to fail!

2. Research the market

It’s extremely important that you have referred to others’ business in car wash services. Try to visit as many places as you can to see how they set up their store, what kind of equipment they use, the number of customers they can attract and other tricks they use to promote their products. Learn from their both success and failure!

You will also need to survey your potential customers whether they like particular type of service or what they dislike at current car wash services. This is a valuable source of reference for your business plan.

3. Pick a location

The spot you choose to set up your business can decide you succeed or not. Don’t rush to choose a convenient place for you, everything must be considered in your customers’ views.

A location near busy streets with regular vehicular movement is surely the place to go. You may find some popular filling stations in the neighborhood who are willing to give space for hire. Transports often patronizing these stations are probably your first customers.

4. Get approved by authorities

Of course, you can’t build a car wash business without informing the authorities. Prepare every document related and reasonable explanations for possible questions. They won’t cause troubles if the drainage and gutter system at the spot can handle the sewag

5. Prepare the borehole or a well

No need to say, the borehole or a well is a must for car wash business. Make sure water supply is maintained stable regardless of weather or power condition! Also, try to keep the borehole and well clean all the time, car owners will freak out if they see their vehicles washed with dirty water.

6. Buy the essentials

To launch your services, these items can’t be missed:

Overhead tanks to store water in scarcityGenerator to power the equipment and lightingsDetergents that are friendly to the car painting layerBuckets, brushes, mop and towels or car washing machine if affordable

There might be some more to meet specific demands of customers but above are the least things needed for initial stage.

Car wash business plan for smooth operation

Starting a car wash business plan is the next thing into consideration. This should be easy if you have a business background or experiences in the field. On the other hand, you can take a look at some feasibility study or available plans online from those running car wash services. Most plans work for large-scale business while small-scale one is much easier to operate.

Cost to start a car wash

Car wash business cost varies in different types of business. As I mentioned earlier, a modest shop just requires around N200,000 to N500,000 to operate in the beginning.

However, if you want to secure the success right from the first days, you must pay a lot more for business strategy consultancy, modern equipment, personnel training or even buying an already established car wash business. Hardly can we estimate the total amount of money spent on those kinds of stuff.

Car wash machine

There are a vast range of car wash machine for your reference, depending on your financial ability. They can be operated manually or automatically. The quality also differs due to the distinctive technology of each.

As you may see, it can be as simple as this. Compact and easy to buy. The prices are just around N60,000 to N120,000.

It can also be like this. You don’t need to touch in vehicles. The detergents then pressure water is sprayed from pipes in multi-angles to clean the exterior of the car. The average price of this touchless is from N5 million to N10 million.

Each type of machine has its own price in Nigeria. The price range is from N60,000 (simplest pressure water manual machine), to several million for automatic machine as above pictures, or even up to N15 million (the entire set of automatic car wash machine) as the technology has no fixed price in itself.

You should identify type of business, target customer and financial status to pick a reasonable investment for washing machine, then search straightly on the Internet for suitable equipment.

Conclusion

Start-up is never easy but setting a car wash business in Nigeria is not that difficult. We hope with this,, you have partly figured out what you need to do to run your business, as well as found out how much to open a car wash with car wash equipment prices in Nigeria.

NaijaA.

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by God1000(m): 3:39pm On Sep 18, 2021
No idea

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Sonnobax15(m): 3:40pm On Sep 18, 2021
lipsrsealed
Those Nairalanders who gave you the breakdown of all the expenditures,listen to them...but if you really want yours to be top-notch,just add bear parlor join am..... Because car wash plus bar be like 5& 6

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Nobody: 3:40pm On Sep 18, 2021
DM me for super clean liquid car wash that won't strip your customers cars at affordable rate.

From 20 litres and above. I'll give good rates because you're from nairaland.

Holla, when you're set. Biko.

For those who need for personal use, you and get a 5 litre package too.
Holla now.
We deliver to anywhere.

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by merits(m): 3:40pm On Sep 18, 2021
cheesy

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by lasisi69(f): 3:40pm On Sep 18, 2021
13 million naira will do
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by bigdammyj: 3:40pm On Sep 18, 2021
500k
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by ameristu: 3:41pm On Sep 18, 2021
Pressure washer : 500k
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by kollysnut(m): 3:41pm On Sep 18, 2021
Shaolin0147:
Please how much can I budget to start a car wash business

Both the land rent, the water thank, and the washing engine

Got a brand new 6.5ph pressure washer, cha cha, for sale. It has both water and foam area.

Price, 200k,

Call me let's deal, 08035688323

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Hezzyluv: 3:42pm On Sep 18, 2021
260 k
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by ArticleBeast: 3:42pm On Sep 18, 2021
Depends on what you want and your location. In the north 300k-500k should be able to get you a modern car wash

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by SamgoldBaba: 3:42pm On Sep 18, 2021
N200,000 to N500,000
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Freestainworld(m): 3:43pm On Sep 18, 2021
The location of the business will determine the cost of it, especially on space rental.

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Pumpumking: 3:46pm On Sep 18, 2021
HRHQueenPhil:


Simple one million will do it
Tanker and taps plus hose -- 300,000
Cement and workmanship- 50,000
Bucket, brushes,sponge - 10,000
Advert-10,000
Rent-500,000
Miscellaneous- the change

Good morning. Plise do u hav yansh? smiley

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by IdJack(m): 3:52pm On Sep 18, 2021
Between N300k to N1million will give you a good Car wash business.

You can add Drinking Parlor to it.

What is your budget?

Check my signature for your business ideas and updates
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by muller101(m): 3:53pm On Sep 18, 2021
[s]
post=105940553:
Detailed information for you and other Nairalanders/Nigerians that what to go into this business.
This is one of our several businesses @[b][/b].
So this info are up to date.
Goodluck Guys.

(@Seun Osewa.......hmmmmmm)

1. Manage your finance

Make sure you know how to raise money for your business. To small-scale one, sparing a budget around N200,000 to N500,000 from your own savings might be sufficient for initial operation. However, the capital must be many times higher for large-scale car washing services. In that case, you may need to call upon the investment from other partners with strategic business plan for annual revenue. Always remember: failing to prepare is preparing to fail!

2. Research the market

It’s extremely important that you have referred to others’ business in car wash services. Try to visit as many places as you can to see how they set up their store, what kind of equipment they use, the number of customers they can attract and other tricks they use to promote their products. Learn from their both success and failure!

You will also need to survey your potential customers whether they like particular type of service or what they dislike at current car wash services. This is a valuable source of reference for your business plan.

3. Pick a location

The spot you choose to set up your business can decide you succeed or not. Don’t rush to choose a convenient place for you, everything must be considered in your customers’ views.

A location near busy streets with regular vehicular movement is surely the place to go. You may find some popular filling stations in the neighborhood who are willing to give space for hire. Transports often patronizing these stations are probably your first customers.

4. Get approved by authorities

Of course, you can’t build a car wash business without informing the authorities. Prepare every document related and reasonable explanations for possible questions. They won’t cause troubles if the drainage and gutter system at the spot can handle the sewag

5. Prepare the borehole or a well

No need to say, the borehole or a well is a must for car wash business. Make sure water supply is maintained stable regardless of weather or power condition! Also, try to keep the borehole and well clean all the time, car owners will freak out if they see their vehicles washed with dirty water.

6. Buy the essentials

To launch your services, these items can’t be missed:

Overhead tanks to store water in scarcityGenerator to power the equipment and lightingsDetergents that are friendly to the car painting layerBuckets, brushes, mop and towels or car washing machine if affordable

There might be some more to meet specific demands of customers but above are the least things needed for initial stage.

Car wash business plan for smooth operation

Starting a car wash business plan is the next thing into consideration. This should be easy if you have a business background or experiences in the field. On the other hand, you can take a look at some feasibility study or available plans online from those running car wash services. Most plans work for large-scale business while small-scale one is much easier to operate.

Cost to start a car wash

Car wash business cost varies in different types of business. As I mentioned earlier, a modest shop just requires around N200,000 to N500,000 to operate in the beginning.

However, if you want to secure the success right from the first days, you must pay a lot more for business strategy consultancy, modern equipment, personnel training or even buying an already established car wash business. Hardly can we estimate the total amount of money spent on those kinds of stuff.

Car wash machine

There are a vast range of car wash machine for your reference, depending on your financial ability. They can be operated manually or automatically. The quality also differs due to the distinctive technology of each.

As you may see, it can be as simple as this. Compact and easy to buy. The prices are just around N60,000 to N120,000.

It can also be like this. You don’t need to touch in vehicles. The detergents then pressure water is sprayed from pipes in multi-angles to clean the exterior of the car. The average price of this touchless is from N5 million to N10 million.

Each type of machine has its own price in Nigeria. The price range is from N60,000 (simplest pressure water manual machine), to several million for automatic machine as above pictures, or even up to N15 million (the entire set of automatic car wash machine) as the technology has no fixed price in itself.

You should identify type of business, target customer and financial status to pick a reasonable investment for washing machine, then search straightly on the Internet for suitable equipment.

Conclusion

Start-up is never easy but setting a car wash business in Nigeria is not that difficult. We hope thanks to this article, you have partly figured out what you need to do to run your business, as well as found out how much to open a car wash with car wash equipment prices in Nigeria.

NaijaA.
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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Higgies(m): 3:53pm On Sep 18, 2021
If it is Bakery business now, I can confidently talk about it. That's what I live on.
With 2 - 2.5m I'll setup a sound bread bakery for you at any location of your choice.

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by BrickDevo: 3:55pm On Sep 18, 2021
Affordable building plans, chat me up
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Jefferyhi86(m): 3:56pm On Sep 18, 2021
First don't look for a staff who will drive a customer glk to destroy another man's building wink

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Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by candidbabe(f): 3:57pm On Sep 18, 2021
Learning
Re: How Much Would It Cost Me To Start A Car Wash Business by Champneys: 3:58pm On Sep 18, 2021
HRHQueenPhil:


Simple one million will do it
Tanker and taps plus hose -- 300,000
Cement and workmanship- 50,000
Bucket, brushes,sponge - 10,000
Advert-10,000
Rent-500,000
Miscellaneous- the change

Your mouth like simple one million!

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