If you have a pick-up truck and are thinking of getting rid of it, you might want to rethink that. Did you know that you could be sitting on a gold mine? Well perhaps that’s an exaggeration, but there is money to be made. People who drive cars need pickup trucks every now and then to transport large items or to throw away their large items. This job is not an easy one, but if you can lift heavy objects and don’t mind getting a little dirty, it might be right for you. Sure, you most likely will not make enough money to retire on, but the point is to earn supplemental income. Here’s how your old pick up truck can make you money.

Services

There are two ways you can make money with your truck. The first one is a moving service. Some people need to move their belongings to their new home. Others just need to move a large item like a fridge or a washer/dryer. The second type of service you can offer is a trash disposal service. You can haul away old mattresses, tree branches and other items too large or too heavy to place in a garbage can.

Pricing

How much you charge for your services is all up to you. If you are completely clueless as to how much to charge, do some research on how much other similar companies are charging. Since you are a one-man operation you can beat the competition with lower prices. Do take into account the high gas prices, as that is going to be a major expense for you.

Advertising

You can’t beat word of mouth advertising. The best way to get referrals is by providing a great service at an affordable price. Think of every job you do as an opportunity to create another job in the future. Create business cards to hand out. Make a simple website describing what services you offer and for what prices. Put a sign on your truck with your phone number so you can advertise for free while you’re working.