From Zero to Two Businesses: Justus Baker's Pressure Washing Story

What does it actually look like to start a pressure washing business from scratch — no experience, no roadmap, just the willingness to figure it out? In this episode, we sit down with Justus Baker, who did exactly that. Justus shares the real, unfiltered story of how he launched his pressure washing business, the mistakes he made early on, the equipment decisions that cost him (and the ones that paid off), and how he eventually added a Christmas light installation business to his operation. This isn't a highlight reel — it's the full journey. You'll hear about the moment Justus decided to go for it, how he landed his first customers, what he wish he'd known about pricing and equipment before he started, and how running two seasonal businesses actually works in the real world. Whether you're still thinking about starting a pressure washing business or you're already in the trenches trying to grow, Justus's story is packed with lessons you can use today. Key takeaways include: how to get your first paying customers without a big marketing budget, the equipment mistakes new operators make, how to price jobs when you're just starting out, and why adding a Christmas light business might be the smartest off-season move you make. If you've been sitting on the fence about starting your own pressure washing business, this episode will either push you off it — or save you from some expensive mistakes. Don't miss it. KingOfPressureWash.com