Celeste 341 Report post Posted November 2, 2006 Having said that, I was hoping all summer to find someone who I could trade services with for some concrete work...maybe next year. What kind of concrete work????? I like Missouri :) Celeste Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deck Guy 14 Report post Posted November 2, 2006 Celeste, I was hoping to find someone to remove and replace my driveway and a back patio. Lots of cracks and spalling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron Musgraves 240 Report post Posted November 9, 2006 Celeste,I was hoping to find someone to remove and replace my driveway and a back patio. Lots of cracks and spalling. I traded concrete once for pressure cleaening, had a batting cage installed. I now wish i knew someone that sold fake grass. or astro turf. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Celeste 341 Report post Posted November 9, 2006 Celeste,I was hoping to find someone to remove and replace my driveway and a back patio. Lots of cracks and spalling. Can you send pics of the existing concrete? (1) It may be able to be repaired - considerably less than removal/repouring (2) We have a network of concrete guys same as pressure washing - I may be able to find you someone in your area that could give you a hand :) (3) Do you build decks? We could just trade houses for a week or so - I'll fix your drive, you rebuild my deck ;) Celeste Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mas3372 14 Report post Posted November 9, 2006 I barter with guys at the fire station. A house wash and deck wash which takes a few hours for them and in return they work a 10 hour day or a 14 hour night shift. Great on both ends. They save 250 to 500 bucks on average and I get a whole shift off to make a lot more money on more houses, or vacation. This year I spent 15 hours on jobs for fellow workers and in return recieved 5 extra days off from the station. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Louise 14 Report post Posted November 10, 2006 My sprinkler man wanted his cedar home powerwashed. Approx 2900sf 2 story. I used cleaners and OX acid. He had his workers do most of the work and I supervised. It was great. I got a sprinkler system in my yard. And I have a big yard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beth n Rod 1,279 Report post Posted January 8, 2010 This is another hot topic in a down economy. Did anyone barter in 2009 and how well did it work? Will you be bartering in 2010? Beth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
propressurewashing 17 Report post Posted February 1, 2010 I've bartered for several things with fine results...got my head gaskets replaced, my machine worked on, my house cleaned when I moved out, advertising. As long as you make sure you're trading apples to apples and not getting sour grapes I think it is a great idea. Daniel Simmons Sugar Land Roof Cleaning Houston Window Cleaning Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyshelton 112 Report post Posted February 1, 2010 I just bartered Full service AC cleaning (Condenser Coils,Belts,Filters) with an animal hospital for veterinary care (About $600.00 worth). It is an even trade. I trade full service on ONE unit at a dog groomer for 12 dog groomings a year. Last year I traded condenser cleaning for two stencils. Chris just had a big birthday party for his son at a chucky cheese type place, all inclusive, in exchange for one entrance cleaning. And now he's picked it up as a regular monthly account. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gutterdog 14 Report post Posted February 2, 2010 I had some work done on my truck was about $500 worth of work. I gave him an old pressure washer that I dont use anymore just rusting in the shed. worth about the same. Also the company that did the graphics on my truck I cleaned his gutters and he took that price off the price of the graphics they were putting together for the truck. Nothing big yet but I like the idea! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beth n Rod 1,279 Report post Posted February 2, 2010 We have done some bartering for business services and also home services, not much by we tried it. I anticipate doing less of it this year unless a very cool deal taps us on the shoulder. I'm always willing to listen to suggestions in any case. You never know when a good deal will present itself. Michael, are you going to the ACR round table in PA? I hope so. I think you would really enjoy it. Beth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gutterdog 14 Report post Posted February 2, 2010 PA aint that far Beth!! I think Its the same one Seth mentioned??? Not sure? When is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beth n Rod 1,279 Report post Posted February 2, 2010 March 6th and 7th. I'll be posting more info on it soon. Beth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Dahlke 114 Report post Posted February 3, 2010 I have bartered for some marketing work. Working out a deal for some website stuff. As long as both parties think they are getting a fair trade I think it is great. I would probably only barter with people I know though or who come with a good recommendation from someone I trust. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adrian 155 Report post Posted February 3, 2010 (edited) I have bartered for radio spots, door signage, business cards, newsspaper ads, website pop ups and banners plus other stuff I can't even remember. The most recent is a Catfish diner that I clean their dumpster area qrtly. Haven't paid for a a catfish meal since. Ha. Well worth it too as the area is only 10x10 or so. Takes about as long to setup as it does clean, so I am not there long. Does bartering for sustainance count? Edited February 3, 2010 by Adrian I'm still learning to spell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C&S Property Services 24 Report post Posted February 3, 2010 I have never really bartered before. So last week I go to see my attorney and we are discussing some things I wanted him to do. He then asks if I have a few minutes for him to do what I need. I wait it out and he comes back with three commercial properties that he needs pressure washed. I expected to pay around 500 going in....(he just agreed yesterday) but I came out making 1200 three times a year for the next 2 years....Now thats bartering....LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Celeste 341 Report post Posted February 3, 2010 We had a load bearing wall taken out and a beam installed in our kitchen for a couple of washes :) Also used to clean Applebee's once a month for gift cards - that went on for a little over a year - it was cool! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Palmetto Home and Deck 167 Report post Posted February 3, 2010 Last spring I was having trouble starting my lawn mower when my neighbor pulled up on his shiny new John Deere riding lawn mower and asked me how much I would charge him to clean his house. I took one look at my lawn mower, that I was about ready to run over with my truck, then took a look at his new John Deere and told him I would trade a house wash for some grass cutting. He said DEAL! I didn't have to cut my grass the rest of the year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Palmetto Home and Deck 167 Report post Posted February 3, 2010 I have bartered for radio spots, door signage, business cards, newsspaper ads, website pop ups and banners plus other stuff I can't even remember.The most recent is a Catfish diner that I clean their dumpster area qrtly. Haven't paid for a a catfish meal since. Ha. Well worth it too as the area is only 10x10 or so. Takes about as long to setup as it does clean, so I am not there long. Does bartering for sustainance count? Do you have a sign on your truck that says " Will Work for Food" ? :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adrian 155 Report post Posted February 3, 2010 Len, I am not to that point yet. But when I hang out at the bus station with all the homeless and the druggies and the hookers I have a sign on my guitar case that says will ROCK for food. It works the same for underpasses and subway tunnels and dark alleys. People just walk by and throw their scraps in the case and I am fed for one more day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PetersonDecks 14 Report post Posted April 19, 2010 i have traded a deck wash and stain for an installation for a spinkler system, fantastic deal for both parties Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
