Wimblees@aol.com wrote: > In a message dated 97-11-13 09:43:08 EST, Chris Olson writes > > >Hi, > > > >I have two different questions for you folks - > > > >1. How does one figure storage fees for pianos left in your shop for a > >long time? > >Ok, so how do I go about figuring the storage fee, I've never charged > >anyone for that before. > > If you want to do it accurately, figure out the square footage of you shop, > and what percentage the piano is taking up. If you are paying for the shop > space, figure the percentage of the cost that the piano is using, but be sure > to include the cost of taxes, insurance, electricty, etc. If this is too hard > to do, just charge $1 per day, or more if you think you can get it. > > Regarding the outdoor festival, this is one time I would suggest an > electronic instrument, one that can be moved easily. > > Willem Blees > St. Louis. > > PS Good luck with becoming an RPT. ---------------------------------------------------------- Or, call your local moving and storage companies and ask them how much they charge to store a piano in a heated and cooled invironment. You should charge close to the same amount. -- ddf
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