I stripe parking lots...alone... using 2 different parking lot line striping machines. Now I wrote a book; How I Stripe a Parking Lot...15 Years...By Myself. Striping is a wonderful business. It's not too expensive to start but offers little competition. It's easy to learn and has great returns. And I know you can do this.
In my book I share everything. There are only 3 types of striping jobs and you can easily start small. I tell you how to perform each job, what small tools you'll need and how much everything costs. I share how to stencil and how to perform this quickly so that everything is lined up and pretty. I compare conventional striping machines to airless striping machines and tell you which one I like. And...I'll tell you how to get your first job and how to word a bid. Also...I tell you how much is cost and how much is profit. Again...I know you can do this. Did I mention 30K in my 3rd Summer?
Striping by myself has allowed me to adjust the schedule and have time off. I work 9-10 months a year which has allowed me to explor other interests. I like to rehab small home projects. Knowing how to stripe by myself has also allowed me to keep more of the profits. Did I mention 60K in my 4th Summer? I took Winter off.
If you're looking for a great side business that could easily turn full time...visit my website...www.americanstriping.com Take a look at my book.