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Concrete blocks are a commodity of the building trades. They are used to build just about everything from big buildings right down to a tiny backyard barbeque. They are in constant demand.
When you are in the concrete block making business you are manufacturing a commodity. They are not a craze which is in high demand now but not in the future. The market for cement blocks is growing continually and probably will continue to grow for a long time to come.
A lot of money is not needed to start making concrete blocks. This is a really well founded business which you can get going from your home,working in your garage. With hand made molds it is quite easy to turn out 100 blocks for a day’s work. These molds are readily made from plywood and sheet metal in your workshop.
By working evenings and weekends it is easy to build up a highly profitable business. Start up costs are low and profits can be excellent. All you need is to make some hand molds,from available plans,fill them with the correct concrete mix and turn out the blocks to cure. Portland cement,sand,gravel and water in the correct proportions are the materials used for the concrete mix.
By working from your garage you will have low overhead costs. You have no rent to pay,and no wages to employees. You a huge advantage over big manufacturers who must pay for business premises and pay employee wages and benefits. You can sell your cement blocks at a very good price and do well.
Additionally you have no transportation costs. Transporting concrete products from a distance is very expensive due to their weight and size. Local buyers are really happy to have a local,low cost,supplier. You can sell your products to them at a very good price and still make a great profit.
You will certainly reach a time where demand outstrips the number of blocks you can make. One person working with hand molds can expect to make about 100 blocks in a day. Part time work will not be enough to satisfy the demand for your products at some point. You then must think about going full time in your concrete business.
You will need to acquire a concrete block making machine to raise your production to hundreds of blocks per working day. You will need a helper to take the finished concrete blocks from the machine to your drying racks. You will also have to consider renting larger premises to hold the drying racks needed to cure large numbers of cement blocks.
Commercially made concrete block making machines are definitely expensive. You can buy them from a number of manufacturers for several thousand dollars. Another option is to build your own concrete block making machine. Using plans which are available you can build a very good machine from auto parts and some odds and ends. Some welding is necessary but a welding shop will do this for you at a reasonable cost.
Building a concrete block making machine is not really difficult. Plans with instructions are available from which you can build a good machine which works every bit as well as the expensive commercial machines. This machine will turn out hundreds of blocks per working day which enables you to fill large orders.
The concrete block making business is a great choice for starting a home based business. There is always a strong demand for concrete blocks . Your likelihood of success is good if you follow this route . You can work at your job till demand for your product requires you to work full time at your business. This removes the risk almost entirely. Check this opportunity out. You will find it well worth while.
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I need to figure out new way to find business for my welding company,I would be thankful for any suggestions.?I not only do welding but also do assenbly work as well. Both welding and mechanical assembly.
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That’s amazing! It always seem easier to draw on the computer then on paper. Really now, to color like that makes me curious, though everyone’s style of art is different.
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Contact your state contractor's licensing board.
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When you have a mobile shop you need to consider time on the road and your hourly rate.
Trip Charge + Hourly rate x amount of time on job = total job.
Many services start with a trip charge of $25.00-$50.00. I've paid a welder $25.00 per hour or by the piece. Piece work is more profitable if you are fast and good at your job. You can only weld so much in an hour.
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my husband is too! 20 years! Right now though he's gone back to school for a BA in chem…his neck wore out!
while reaching for that degree he's done work on the side for local companies when asked. It's just about getting your name out there and then asking for referrals. If this is something you want to turn into a business then yes inc. it and you'll sleep better at night. Louisiana is right now attracting welders like crazy from all over the country for the new natural gas shale they are mining there, they are building pipelines and from what I hear from my Father n Law on the ground there it's a boom town! This is in Spring Hill LA, so if your husband doesn't want to travel and be part of that…and wants to work on building a biz locally…
do the cards, do the slicks(fliers), do the local chamber of commerce to network. You should go out and visit 10 businesses per day in your area, deliver your card and explain you've just opened for full time work. Have a list of former companies he's worked for and his certifications and those "coupons" you know they have to do to get rated! All this on a nice letter head, and I've often tried to convince my husband to open a welding school because there is a need….so take a look at that too!
I've forwarded your question to him so I hope he can respond directly he's such a great welder! 15 years in the shipyards and then another 5 on the road as a journeyman welder, he's so excited about he Nuclear power plants and the work that could bring! …..
Good luck and much success!
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dude, you own! this looks identical to a photograph
First of all it depends on what type of welding you do, like do you have portable self contained welders to do welding out on a job site or do you only do in-house (your place) welding.
Second it depends on what type of businesses are in your area like Farm Implement, Auto, Machine Shops.
Third to advertise it's either door to door or your local news paper, which can be expensive.
Unless you are extremely the best most weld only businesses fail. You have to have a niche. Hope this helps.
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try to talk to friends and ask them if they can help you out…
they may know some people who can help you with your business
You’re an amazing artist both painting and music wise. keep it up ^ ^
Reasonable rates: Make sure you charge enough to cover all of your expenses such as consumables (rods, wire, grinding discs, etc.) fuel for the welder, travel expenses, and your pay. If you don't have a good feel for this, think of a couple common type repairs and call a couple of competitors. See what they tell you they would charge. Their rates are going to ultimately figure into your prices because you need to be competitive.
Advertising: Word of mouth, tell friends and family to tell people about your new business. Websites such as Craigslist where you can post your services. Get cards or flyers made and leave/post them at local businesses. Think about places people that need welding done might be… farm and feed stores, marinas, etc. As your business picks up, build from there.
Do's: Have good insurance protection. Service, service, service. Be where you are supposed to be when you say you are going to be there! You will not have a life while you are trying to get the business up and running, because it is all about being available at any time to help your customers. Get agreements in writing. Keep excellent records. You are a welder by trade, but record keeping can make or break your business.
Don't: Start the business in debt. Don't bite off more than you can chew, build the business slowly. Don't underestimate the value of your services.
Good Luck!