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I think you need to consider insurance - have you included business use? After that, you don't want to be involved in anything that could be construed as hire and reward. 

 

I'd personally be looking for a day rate that reflects use of the truck, plus whatever other saws or tools you use. That's kind of how subbie climbing works, we don't charge just wage as it has to cover all gear etc.

 

Paperwork for mileage would drive me nuts, but I hate paperwork and am crap at getting it done.

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I have done before up to 50miles a day here. As the owner has another estate 11miles down the round and I have found myself going backwards and forwards plus towing machinery between estate and all the little bits between 

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7 minutes ago, Coretrees said:

Thank you everyone for your advice. 
I will do mark.

it will be easier for me to just make it a day rate average rather than adding mileage on. 
would £40 a day be a start?

 

That’s a sensible starting point mate.

However, I would point out what you’re doing for them and say what they come back with first.

 

If they come up with more than £40, great.

 

If it’s less, stand your ground.

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2 hours ago, Coretrees said:

Thank you everyone for your advice. 
I will do mark.

it will be easier for me to just make it a day rate average rather than adding mileage on. 
would £40 a day be a start?

Yes give it a go.  If a business leased a ranger then paid for fuel, maintenance, insurance etc itd be that.  Maybe over 10 miles, or as someone suggested when you leave the estate or something it jumps up or you charge per mile.

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