A 90-Day Feasibility Sprint for Your Welding Startup
Starting a welding business from a garage can be fast, but you need a disciplined plan to validate demand, pricing, equipment, and cash flow before signing a lease. This 90-day sprint is a practical, repeatable framework you can adapt to your market.
Clarify your market and value
Identify target industries, interview potential customers, and define your value proposition. A structured approach helps you answer who needs your work, what they’ll pay, and why you’re different. lean startup blueprint.
Validate pricing and demand
Run quick price tests, quotes, and small pilot jobs to gauge demand. Track lead times, win rates, and discounts. For a practical blueprint, check out the 60-day launch plan.
Plan equipment needs and shop layout
Create a bill of materials for essential gear, safety equipment, and layout. Consider space constraints, ventilation, power, and future growth. Start with a tight, prioritized list you can scale.
Build cash flow and funding plan
Forecast initial costs, monthly burn, and break-even point. Decide whether to lease space or pursue a mobile shop model. For deeper strategy on moving from solo to shop, read the shop ownership path.
Next steps: pick a launch date, assemble a small advisory group, and start the 90-day sprint. Revisit the plan weekly and archive results to guide your first lease decision.
- Define target markets
- Run 5 price tests
- Estimate initial equipment costs
- Model a 12-month cash flow
