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🚚 PAJAZ PRO HAULING — Beginner Framework (Low Budget, No Equipment)

1. FOUNDATION SETUP (1–3 DAYS)

Business Basics (Super Simple Start)

Register a DBA (“Doing Business As”) if needed — usually $25–$50 depending on your county.
Open a separate bank account (can be a free online one).
Create a basic brand package:
Business name: Pajaz Pro Hauling
Tagline: “Fast. Affordable. Reliable Hauling.”
Logo: use Canva or Fiverr ($5–$15).

Insurance (Very Important)

Get General Liability — usually ~$30–$50/mo for new haulers.
U-Haul automatically includes their own truck insurance, but liability for your work is on YOU.

Pick Your Service List

Start with VERY simple services you can do with U-Haul trucks:
Hauling / Junk Removal
Furniture removal
Garage cleanouts
Yard debris
Mattress & couch haul-off
Appliance removal
Delivery
Store pickups: Home Depot, FB Marketplace, OfferUp, Costco, etc.
Small moves on request (but avoid full moving jobs at first).
Labor-Only
Lifting
Loading
Unloading

2. SMART PRICING (SO YOU DON’T LOSE MONEY)

Since you’re using U-Haul, pricing MUST include the rental + mileage.

Example Cost Breakdown:

U-Haul: $19.95–$29.95/day
Mileage: $0.79–$1.29 per mile
Insurance: ~$15
Gas: $10–$25

Pricing Formula

Your Quote = (U-Haul Rental Cost + Mileage Estimate + Gas) + Your Labor Rate

Recommended Labor Rates:

$80–$120 per haul job (base)
$40–$60 per hour for labor-only jobs
$60–$90 delivery fee for store pickups depending on distance
👉 Most junk haulers using U-Haul charge $150–$300 per junk load, even when starting.

3. OPERATIONS & WORKFLOW (YOUR SOP)

Step-by-Step Process

Customer contacts you → Ask for pictures, location, and what needs to be hauled.
Provide quote using your pricing formula.
Book U-Haul ONLY after deposit or confirmation.
Arrive with these basic essentials:
Gloves
Dolly (you can rent from U-Haul)
Contractor bags
Ratchet straps (buy these — $20 on Amazon)
Blanket pads (rent or buy a few)
Load items safely + keep photos of before/after.
Dispose / drop off:
City dump
Recycling center
Donation center
Send completion photo + invoice (you can use Square).

4. GETTING CUSTOMERS FAST (Thumbtack + Outreach)

THUMBTACK STRATEGY

This will be your #1 lead source in the beginning.

Thumbtack Tips

Build a strong profile with: → Logo → Before/after photos (can even be stock photos until you get real ones) → Clear service list → Short intro paragraph

Top performing intro:

“Hi, this is Keem with Pajaz Pro Hauling. I specialize in fast, affordable junk removal, furniture haul-offs, and delivery services. I respond in under 5 minutes and show up on time every time.”

Pricing on Thumbtack

Start slightly lower to get initial reviews: → e.g., $80–$100 base haul fee

Aim for 5–10 reviews ASAP

You will start getting consistent jobs once reviews hit.

COLD OUTREACH STRATEGY (Free)

Target These People

Realtors
Property managers
Apartment complexes
Local furniture stores
FB Marketplace sellers
Contractors and remodelers

Outreach Script (Short & Effective)

“Hey, my name is Keem — I run Pajaz Pro Hauling here in [your city]. I offer same-day junk removal, furniture haul-off, and store delivery. If you ever need fast help moving or hauling anything for clients, I’d love to be your go-to guy. Fast response + fair prices. I can send my service list if helpful.”

5. CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE (THIS IS WHAT CREATES REFERRALS)

Checklist for Every Job:

Show up on time
Dress clean (simple branded T-shirt is enough)
Be polite + quick
Sweep the area after
Send before/after photos
Send a thank-you message
Ask for a review politely

Review Request Line:

“Hey! Thank you again for choosing Pajaz Pro Hauling — it would mean a lot if you could leave a quick review to help my small business grow.”

6. SCALING ROADMAP (3–6 MONTH PLAN)

Month 1–2

Build Thumbtack profile
Complete 10–20 jobs
Save profits
Get consistent weekly work

Month 3

Buy your first used trailer ($600–$1,200) → This saves you U-Haul fees → Huge profit jump

Month 4–6

Buy your first truck (used F150/F250)
Offer larger jobs
Add subscription service:
weekly haul-offs for landlords
contractor cleanup deals

By 6 months:

You're no longer renting anything. Your profit margins double.

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