Hi all I just opened a mechanic shop and had a question for all you mechanics out there. I’m young with 5 years in the business working as a mechanic also certified and graduated in this field. I just opened a mechanic shop and don’t really know what my pricing should be per hour. How do you generally quote your jobs? Is it by hour? By job? If I get a quart of oil for $2 what should I sell it for? 30% markup? 40%?
Any advice will help. Also I know it depends on the area, if it helps, ’m located in the north east.
If I were you I’d try to find a local mentor. Those are things that should have been known before opening. Usually can find one via local business associations/groups. Best wishes, but just make sure you make enough to pay yourself and employees fairly, plus cover expenses, plus cushion.