To calculate the cost associated with washing a car in France using a Fortador steam cleaner, we need to consider several factors including the initial investment in the equipment, operational costs, and the pricing structure for the services provided.
1. Initial Investment
- Fortador Steam Cleaner: The cost of a Fortador steam cleaner can vary based on the model and features. Let’s assume an average cost of €8,000 for a high-quality model.
2. Operational Costs
- Maintenance: Regular maintenance is necessary to keep the steam cleaner in good working condition. Let’s estimate annual maintenance costs at €500.
- Water Consumption: Steam cleaners are efficient with water. Assume a cost of €0.001 per liter and usage of 10 liters per wash.
- Electricity/Fuel: If the steam cleaner uses electricity, assume an average cost of €0.15 per kWh and consumption of 2 kWh per wash.
- Labor Costs: Assume €15 per hour for labor, and each wash takes 1 hour.
- Cleaning Detergents: Assume €1 per wash for detergents.
3. Service Pricing
We will calculate the cost for two types of services:
- Basic Exterior Wash
- Full Service (Exterior + Interior)
Example Calculation
Basic Exterior Wash
- Initial Investment Cost Per Wash:
- Assuming the equipment lasts for 5 years with 1,000 washes per year.
- Depreciation cost per wash: €8,000 / (5 * 1,000) = €1.60
- Operational Costs Per Wash:
- Maintenance: €500 / 1,000 = €0.50
- Water: 10 liters * €0.001 = €0.01
- Electricity: 2 kWh * €0.15 = €0.30
- Labor: €15
- Cleaning Detergents: €1
Total Cost Per Basic Wash:
- Equipment Depreciation: €1.60
- Maintenance: €0.50
- Water: €0.01
- Electricity: €0.30
- Labor: €15
- Detergents: €1
- Total: €18.41
Full Service (Exterior + Interior)
Assume additional 1 hour of labor and €1 more for detergents.
- Initial Investment Cost Per Wash:
- Depreciation cost per wash: €1.60 (same as above)
- Operational Costs Per Wash:
- Maintenance: €0.50
- Water: 20 liters * €0.001 = €0.02 (doubling water usage for interior)
- Electricity: 4 kWh * €0.15 = €0.60 (doubling energy usage)
- Labor: €30 (2 hours)
- Cleaning Detergents: €2
Total Cost Per Full Service Wash:
- Equipment Depreciation: €1.60
- Maintenance: €0.50
- Water: €0.02
- Electricity: €0.60
- Labor: €30
- Detergents: €2
- Total: €34.72
Summary of Costs
- Basic Exterior Wash: Approximately €18.41 per wash
- Full Service (Exterior + Interior): Approximately €34.72 per wash
Pricing Recommendations
To ensure a profit margin, you can consider the following pricing:
- Basic Exterior Wash: €25-€30
- Full Service (Exterior + Interior): €45-€50
These prices provide a reasonable profit margin over the calculated costs and are competitive within the market for professional car washing services using advanced steam cleaning technology.
