I just got into it. I had given it thought for many years and finally decided it was time.
I took the WRT and ASD last month at Boldens and have since purchased all the meters ($2400) and some equipment. From the dehu testing I saw at Boldens I have decided to go with the
Phoenix 200 HT's.
I just finished my first job a few days ago that I discounted for the guy since he was paying out of pocket and made almost $1700. If all jobs were like this one, I can say without hesitation that I would rather do this work than cleaning carpets.
I don't know how I will continue to get the jobs yet but I am beginning with direct advertising to the public. I send out out flyers monthy and will have 20,000 going out next week that covers two cities. This flyer will feature both cleaning and emergency extraction and drying. I will also begin making contact with some agents and other folks that may be able to give some referrals.
I don't expect to become a restoration "big shot", nor do I have unrealistic expectations. However if I could achieve 4 or 5 jobs a month in time I would be happier than Ladwig at an aluminum foil convention.
What got me moving in the direction of adding restoration work was a flood last year during a particularly heavy rainfall and I took many calls from desperate people begging me to help. I felt bad turning them all away because I didn't have the equipment or training to properly help them. I also saw how much money I lost during that week.
I also welcome anything that could help supplement my income during the slow months.
Bring on the work...