What’s up, guys! Welcome back to Lean and Mean Academy, where we break down real-world pressure washing jobs, marketing strategies, and how to grow a high-ticket exterior cleaning business from the ground up.
Today, I’ve got something you’re going to love: graffiti removal.
We’re headed to the east side where a local pawn shop got tagged overnight, and they needed this mess cleaned up fast. Why? Because nothing kills curb appeal—or customer trust—like spray paint all over the building.
The owner wanted it gone now, and I was more than happy to deliver. Let’s break down how I handled this $500 graffiti job in about 30 minutes, and more importantly, how you can start landing gigs like this in your area.
The Call: A High-Urgency Graffiti Cleanup
Late-night tagging is, unfortunately, a common reality for many urban and suburban businesses. The pawn shop owner called me in a panic—this wasn’t just about aesthetics, it was about protecting the reputation of her business. She didn’t want customers thinking it had gone out of business or was in a bad area.
She needed it done after hours, so I asked her, “What time do you close?”
Her answer: 6:30 PM.
Perfect. I quoted her my minimum graffiti removal rate: $500—paid in advance. No questions asked.
💡 Quick Tip:
Always set a high minimum for specialty services like graffiti removal. These are urgent jobs, and your time and expertise should be priced accordingly.
The Setup: No Guessing, Come Prepared
When I pulled up to the shop, I made sure I was fully loaded. I didn’t know if they had a working water outlet (they did), but I don’t take chances. Always bring what you need. Especially for graffiti, which doesn’t usually require a ton of water.
Here’s what I brought:
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Graffiti Removal Chemical: Want to know the one I use?
I don’t promote a ton of products—but if you’re looking for something reliable and powerful, check out Graffiti Defeatii - Graffiti Remover.
It’s specifically designed for graffiti jobs like this and gets the job done fast.
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Agitation Tools: Brushes, rags, elbow grease—because agitation is free.
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Sprayer and rinse setup: Light setup since we’re not doing house washing here.
The Process: Apply, Agitate, Rinse, Repeat
The graffiti was heavy in spots, but not unmanageable. I started with a small test spot to make sure the chemical was reacting well—and it was coming off just like I needed.
Here's how the timeline broke down:
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6:30 PM: Arrived on site
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6:40 PM: Started cleaning
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15 minutes in: Halfway done, slight shadowing in one area
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30 minutes total work time: Applied again, re-agitated, rinsed
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7:15 PM: Packed up and out
All said and done, I used maybe a quarter gallon of chem. That’s about $2,000 in potential revenue per gallon depending on the job. That’s why the right product matters—and Graffiti Defeatii is absolutely one of those right products.
The Money: $500 in 30 Minutes
Think about it—$500 for less than an hour of real work. That’s not a bad evening, right?
Of course, not every job will be this profitable, but when you position yourself properly online and show up ready to deliver, you can land jobs like this consistently.
🤑 Want High-Ticket Jobs Like This?
Click the first link in the description or in the comments to check out my Local Domination Course. I show you exactly how to:
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Get ranked for services like graffiti removal
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Set high minimum pricing
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Get prepaid before the job even starts
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And scale your business with real systems
The Real Secret: Ranking for the Right Services
Let me be real with you for a second…
The only reason I got this job was because I rank well for graffiti removal in my area. This customer found me online, called me (twice), and even prepaid over the phone before I showed up. That’s the power of intent-based SEO for pressure washing.
You don’t need to chase leads when your site does the work for you.
She needed it after hours, she was urgent, and because I showed up and delivered—I’ll probably be her go-to guy from now on.
Final Thoughts: Stay Ready, Stay Ranked
Jobs like this don’t just land in your lap—you’ve got to position yourself online, price yourself right, and bring professionalism to every single gig.
Whether you’re cleaning graffiti, washing houses, or restoring roofs, the formula’s the same:
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Know your worth
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Get found online
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Deliver like a pro
This $500 job? That’s another day at Disney for the family. And I knocked it out before dinner.
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