Today, I want to walk you through a simple yet highly profitable upsell—removing rust stains using Rust Remedy. We’re at a project at my pastor’s house, where the air conditioner has been dripping rust onto the vinyl siding. This rust stain has been there for quite a while, but no worries—our Rust Remedy product makes quick work of stains like this.
Step-by-Step: How to Remove Rust from Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding is generally forgiving, making it a great candidate for rust removal. Here’s how I tackled this job:
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Prepare Rust Remedy: I used a pump-up sprayer for the Rust Rescue product. You can mix it 50/50 with water, or if the stain is particularly stubborn, bump up the concentration a bit. Always be sure to wear proper PPE when handling chemicals.
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Apply to Affected Areas: In this case, I applied Rust Remedy directly to the rust stains on both the siding and the top of the air conditioner unit. You don’t need much—just a few spritzes should do the trick.
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Wipe It Down: After letting it sit for a few seconds, I used a soft cloth (shop towels work great) to wipe the area clean. As you can see, the rust came off almost immediately. Even old stains like these don’t stand a chance!
Why Rust Removal Is a Profitable Upsell
This is where it gets exciting: with just a few spritzes of Rust Remedy, I used maybe a quarter of an ounce of product. If you charge $50 to remove a rust stain, you’ve already paid for a whole case of chemicals after just one or two jobs. That case can generate $1,000 or more in revenue, depending on how many rust spots you treat.
Rust removal is fast, effective, and a service homeowners are often willing to pay extra for, especially if you’re already on-site for a house wash. It takes just a few minutes, but the impact is significant. Plus, if a homeowner decides not to opt for the rust removal, you’ve already set the expectation, so they can’t complain later about any unsightly rust that wasn’t treated.
Top Three Upsells: Rust Removal, Degreasing, and Gutter Brightening
Rust removal is one of the top three most profitable upsells I offer, along with degreasing jobs and gutter brightening. These services are quick to complete but can make a big difference in your bottom line.
Wrap-Up
If you’re already offering house washing, keep an eye out for opportunities to upsell rust removal. It’s quick, it’s effective, and it adds value to your service. For just a few minutes of work, you can charge a premium and turn a small investment in chemicals into substantial profit.
Want to try it out? We offer Rust Remedy in a four-pack case, which you can easily recoup the cost of after just a few jobs. Click the link below to get your supply and start boosting your business revenue today!
Removing rust stains might be simple, but the impact it has on your customer’s home—and your wallet—makes it one of the best upsells you can offer. Stay tuned for more tips and tricks, and be sure to add rust removal to your service lineup!
