A professional deck cleaner uses brushes, power sprayers, detergents, and bleaches to clean wooden decks. Once the deck has been cleaned, the wooden surface is then coated with a water repellent. Some water-repellent chemicals include a tint to add a bit of color to the wood. You can post flyers and ads about your services at home supply stores, in community centers, and on neighborhood bulletin boards in the way to market your business or service to another people. You can also place ads in newspapers and shopping guides. And ask satisfied customers to refer others to you, and offer a bonus when they bring in new business.
For the expenses, you’ll need a water hose, stiff brushes, buckets, and chemicals for the cleaning, and you’ll need soft brushes for the application of coatings. You should consider the purchase of a power sprayer for cleaning large areas; the sprayer may also be available as needed from a tool rental company. You’ll also need a vehicle to transport your equipment. Other costs include advertising and promotion. You can charge the service by the hour, or calculate the cost for the job based on the square footage of the deck. The typical job includes cleaning plus application of a sealant or coating. Decks may require several applications of coating over multiple days. In addition to the cost of labor, you should also charge for the cost of cleaning chemicals and coating. As a professional, you should be able to purchase supplies at a discounted or wholesale price and resell them to your client at retail rates.