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🛠️ Mobile Sandblasting Business making $200k/yr!
The Corporate Pivot
February 17, 2025
Welcome Back to The Corporate Pivot!
It’s that awkward time of year at work—too early to start coasting toward summer, too late to pretend New Year’s resolutions still matter. The office small talk is getting desperate. “Crazy weather we’re having, huh?” Yeah, Steve, it’s February.
Meanwhile, your inbox is filling up with “friendly reminders” about deadlines you already ignored. And let’s not forget the meeting invite with no agenda—just vibes and wasted time.
If you’ve ever thought, “There’s no way I’m doing this for another 30 years,” you’re not alone. Owning or starting a business might be the move, and we’re here to share what actually works (and what doesn’t).
At The Corporate Pivot, we bring the lessons, mistakes, and a few laughs along the way. Stick around—it beats pretending to care about Steve’s weekend plans.
Here’s what we have for you today:
Pivot Perspectives: Sam talks about optimizing a certification business with automation, email campaigns, and strategies to drive recurring revenue. Tyler talks about why tax season sucks, why extensions aren’t always necessary, and why keeping clean books is crucial for any business. | Acquisition Alerts:
| Mindset Matters: Vinny reflects on his failed Super Bowl hangover hypothesis, financial regrets, and the sad reality of post-Super Bowl work life. |
Cool Business Idea:
There’s a cleaning business hiding in plain sight—and almost no one is doing it. 🏡
Millions of homes can’t be pressure washed, leaving owners stuck with stained, moldy exteriors. But a simple soft wash system fixes it fast—and they’ll pay $150–$300 per job.
Low costs, high demand, almost no competition. Read below for the business plan. 💰⬇️
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Confusing Corporate Sayings:
“We need to rally the troops on this one!”
Professional Translation:
“They want everyone aligned and motivated to tackle this project.”
Corporate Pivot Translation:
“Okay, General Eisenhower, this is a request about changing the font size on a PowerPoint slide.”
Sam’s Perspective (1st Time Buyer)
🆕 Status Update: This week was less about business acquisition and more about business optimization. The real-world use case has been going great. The business gets a handful of new signups every day, and I can see the data stacking up exactly as it should in the database I’m building for the client.
This business is a certification company that requires recertification every two years, so now it’s time to bring those customers back. That means launching an email campaign with coupon codes to re-engage them. This is a great opportunity to generate recurring revenue that the client wouldn’t have had otherwise.
I’m also brainstorming additional automation ideas for the future, like improving bookkeeping, automating scheduling, and even developing onboarding tools as the business grows!
Tyler’s Perspective (Experienced Buyer)
🆕 Status Update: Well, it’s the start of everyone’s least favorite time of year—tax season. No way around it, it sucks. But like many things, preparation is key. Many people (hand up, I’m one of them) treat extensions as a built-in procrastination aid, assuming they’re always necessary. While extensions are required in some cases, that’s not always true.
Something I didn’t realize before owning a business: businesses have an earlier filing deadline than personal tax returns (which makes sense, since many business filings flow into personal returns). Consider this your reminder to start gathering documents, meeting with your accountant or bookkeeper, and getting everything in order.
This isn’t just a public service announcement—it’s directly relevant to a business we’re evaluating right now, which has incredibly sloppy books. Regular communication with your bookkeeper or accountant isn’t just good practice—it’s essential for any business.
💰 Deals < $500k 💰
Business Name: Mobile Sandblasting Company
Revenue: $452,898
Asking Price: $495,000
Profit: $200,339 (Profit Margin = 44.2%)
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Established: N/A
✅ Pros:
Diverse Client Base & Recurring Revenue: The business serves construction firms, contractors, schools, and telecom companies, ensuring stable, repeat business.
Mobile & Shop-Based Services: Offers both mobile sandblasting for on-site jobs and an in-shop blast booth for controlled work, providing multiple revenue streams.
⚠️ Con:
Equipment-Intensive Business: Requires ongoing maintenance and investment in trucks, compressors, and safety gear, leading to higher operating costs.
📈 Growth Opportunities:
Expand into Residential & Industrial Markets: Adding services for homeowners (e.g., deck and furniture restoration) and large-scale industrial clients can diversify revenue.
Leverage Digital Marketing & SEO: A stronger online presence could drive more inbound leads, especially for commercial contracts.
💰💰 Deals $500k - $2m 💰💰
Business Name: Eco-Tour Business
Revenue: $1,074,433
Asking Price: $1,250,000
Profit: $463,514 (Profit Margin = 43.1%)
Location: Collier County, FL
Established: 2000
✅ Pros:
Turnkey Operation with Assets Included: Comes with boats and kayaks valued at $210,000, reducing upfront investment needs for a new owner.
Diverse Tour Offerings: Multi-location business with eco-friendly sightseeing options attracts a broad audience, including tourists, schools, and nature enthusiasts.
⚠️ Con:
Seasonal Business Risks: Revenue fluctuates with tourist seasons, requiring strong off-season marketing strategies.
📈 Growth Opportunities:
Expand Digital Marketing & Online Booking: Increasing online visibility through SEO, social media, and travel partnerships could boost bookings year-round.
Add Premium & Private Tours: Higher-priced exclusive tours with luxury options (e.g., sunset cruises, private wildlife excursions) can increase profit margins.
💰💰💰 Deals $2m-$10m 💰💰💰
Business Name: In-Home Senior Care Business
Revenue: $2,873,702
Asking Price: $2,800,000
Profit: $759,963 (Profit Margin = 26.4%)
Location: Omaha, NE (Relocatable)
Established: 2016
✅ Pros:
Semi-Passive Ownership Model: A general manager and leadership team handle daily operations, requiring minimal owner involvement (5-10 hours per week).
Strong Market Demand: With an aging population, non-medical home care is a high-growth industry with recurring revenue from long-term clients.
⚠️ Con:
Regulatory Compliance & Staffing Challenges: Home care businesses must meet strict licensing requirements and maintain a stable workforce, which can be demanding.
📈 Growth Opportunities:
Expand into Skilled Care Services: Adding licensed medical services (e.g., nursing, therapy) could increase revenue and attract insurance-based clients.
Target Underserved Rural Markets: Expanding operations to rural Nebraska, where home care services are limited, could provide an untapped revenue source.
Post Super Bowl Writeup (One week late)
Ok, so I may have been hungover and forgot to write anything. To be fair, that football game was HORRIBLE. By the way, my hypothesis failed. What did you Monday after the Super Bowl look like... was it anything like mine? Did you wake up, regret your decisions from Super Bowl Sunday, looked at your bank account and throw up in your mouth? Not sure if it was because of the negative numbers or the overindulgence of vodka and Busch Lattes. Did you call into work sick? Did your boss also know you were just hungover, so he reprimanded you on Tuesday. I told him that the only way I would've been less productive than taking Monday off would've been if I actually ended up working.
I told him next time I'll just suck it up and show up. I will endure the pain for the financial gain, I guess. Guess I'm a SELLOUT. When I say a sellout, I mean for a 2% yearly "bonus" and a Christmas potluck that's BYOA (bring your own apps) ... not my fault my apps are Jell-O shots.
Question time Would you rather sleep on a bed of rats, or lose your 5-leg parlay because Partick Mahomes had 3 interceptions and less than 260 yds passing? The right answer is the rats. NOW HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO PAY RENT PATRICK??? THANKS PATRICK...
(P.S Travis, I hope Taylor breaks up with you and writes a hit single and makes MILLIONS off of you)
Note: This portion of the writeup is intended to be satirical. No one should ever listen or follow this type of behavior. We are frankly surprised that anyone even reads these things.
💡 Cool Business Idea: Mobile Home Soft Washing 🏡🚿
Most mobile homes don’t get pressure washed—because high pressure can damage the siding. That means millions of homeowners are stuck with grimy, mold-covered exteriors and no easy way to clean them.
That’s where soft washing comes in. Using a low-pressure cleaning system and biodegradable solutions, you can safely restore mobile homes to look brand new—and homeowners are willing to pay for it.
With low startup costs, strong demand, and repeat business potential, this is a six-figure opportunity waiting to be tapped.
⬇️ Let’s break down the numbers!
🛠️ Startup Costs (One-Time Investment)
Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
Soft Wash System (Pump, Nozzles, Hoses) | $3,500 – $5,000 |
Cleaning Chemicals & Biodegradable Solutions | $500 – $1,000 |
Trailer or Truck Setup (if needed) | $1,000 – $2,000 |
Website & Booking System | $500 – $1,000 |
Marketing (Flyers, Ads, Business Cards) | $500 – $1,000 |
Total Startup Costs | $5,000 – $9,000 |
💰 Revenue & Profit Breakdown
🔹 Pricing:
$150–$300 per home (1-2 hours per job).
$500+ for full exterior packages (roof + siding).
🔢 Daily Customers & Earnings:
Scenario | Homes/Day | Revenue/Day | Revenue/Month (20 days) | Profit/Month (after $2K expenses) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bad (Slow Start) | 1 | $200 | $4,000 | $2,000 |
Good (Steady Growth) | 3 | $600 | $12,000 | $10,000 |
Great (Full Capacity) | 5 | $1,000 | $20,000 | $18,000 |
💡 At just 3 homes per day, you’re making over $100K per year.
🚀 Business Plan & Scaling Strategy
1️⃣ Launch & Market Locally – Start with Facebook, Nextdoor, and door-to-door flyers offering first-time discounts.
2️⃣ Target 55+ Mobile Home Communities – These neighborhoods have tons of demand and homeowners want their homes looking clean year-round.
3️⃣ Offer Subscription Plans – Property managers will gladly pay for monthly or quarterly cleaning to keep their communities looking fresh.
4️⃣ Expand Services – Add roof washing, fence cleaning, and driveway washing for extra revenue.
5️⃣ Hire & Scale – Once you hit demand limits, hire workers and expand into nearby cities.
🔑 Why This Works
✅ Massive Market: Over 22 million mobile homes in the U.S., many in dense communities = easy customer acquisition.
✅ Low Competition: Pressure washing services often ignore mobile homes due to risk of damage.
✅ Recurring Revenue: Homeowners need cleaning every 6–12 months = repeat business.
✅ Simple Operations: One worker, one truck, high-profit margins.
💰 ROI & Payback Period
At just 2 homes/day, you’ll break even in ~1 month.
With 3-5 homes/day, you’re making $10K–$18K/month.
At full capacity, this is a $200K+/year business.
This is a simple, scalable service with strong demand and minimal competition.
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