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    Opening A Salon Checklist: Step 1

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    The document outlines 8 steps for opening a new hair salon, including: 1. Planning the business structure and obtaining licenses. 2. Setting up operations like hiring contractors, designing the space, and getting permits and insurance. 3. Purchasing equipment for styling, shampooing, manicures/pedicures, and other areas over an 8-12 week period before opening. 4. Establishing company culture by writing mission/values, hiring staff, and training employees. 5. Installing equipment and passing inspections. 6. Marketing the new salon through websites, social media, and community outreach. 7. Finishing touches like setting business hours and

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    The document outlines 8 steps for opening a new hair salon, including: 1. Planning the business structure and obtaining licenses. 2. Setting up operations like hiring contractors, designing the space, and getting permits and insurance. 3. Purchasing equipment for styling, shampooing, manicures/pedicures, and other areas over an 8-12 week period before opening. 4. Establishing company culture by writing mission/values, hiring staff, and training employees. 5. Installing equipment and passing inspections. 6. Marketing the new salon through websites, social media, and community outreach. 7. Finishing touches like setting business hours and

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    The document outlines 8 steps for opening a new hair salon, including: 1. Planning the business structure and obtaining licenses. 2. Setting up operations like hiring contractors, designing the space, and getting permits and insurance. 3. Purchasing equipment for styling, shampooing, manicures/pedicures, and other areas over an 8-12 week period before opening. 4. Establishing company culture by writing mission/values, hiring staff, and training employees. 5. Installing equipment and passing inspections. 6. Marketing the new salon through websites, social media, and community outreach. 7. Finishing touches like setting business hours and

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    OPENING FROM

    A SALON
    CHECKLIST

    STEP 1: PLAN & ESTABLISH BUSINESS


    Select a name & business legal structure
    Develop your business plan, financial projections & budget
    Develop business branding, logo & identity
    Obtain your cosmetology license (if applicable)
    Obtain a federal employer ID number
    Obtain a state tax ID
    Open a company bank account
    Choose a website domain name & register it
    Research local zoning to locate areas with proper zoning for salons
    Choose a location for your salon & sign a lease/purchase space

    STEP 2a: OPERATIONAL SETUP


    Research inspection requirements, local codes & regulations for
    your area
    Research, interview & hire plumbers, electricians & handymen
    Create salon layout & design plan
    Map out electrical & plumbing
    Apply for business licenses & building permits

    STEP 2b: OPERATIONAL SETUP


    Arrange any needed financing
    Obtain business insurance coverage
    Contact utility providers (power, security, water, waste, etc.)
    Choose a phone & internet provider
    Choose suppliers for wet goods & consumables
    Choose a credit card processing company
    Purchase point of sale equipment
    Purchase computers & appointment-booking software
    Purchase & set up accounting & record-keeping software
    Purchase business cards
    Purchase outdoor & indoor signage

    STEP 3: PURCHASING YOUR EQUIPMENT


    Note: Start purchasing these items 8 - 12 weeks before your grand opening day.
    You'll want to give yourself plenty of time to get shampoo bowls plumbed in,
    electrical finalized, etc.

    STYLING CHAIRS DRYERS/STEAMERS/HAIR PROCESSORS


    Salon Styling Chair Dryer Unit: Hooded or Wall-Mount
    All-Purpose Reclining Chair Dryer Chair
    Stylist Cutting Stool Wheel Set for Box Dryer
    Salon Chair Mat Hair Steamers
    Hair Color Processors
    SALON STATIONS Blow Dryers & Flat Irons
    Salon Styling Station
    Double-Sided Styling Station RECEPTION AREA
    Portable Styling Station Reception Desk
    Tool Appliance Holders Reception Seating
    Utility Carts & Trolleys Retail Product Display
    Utility Trays Magazine Rack

    SHAMPOO AREA SKINCARE & SPA EQUIPMENT


    Shampoo Backwash Units Facial Machines & Map Lamps
    Shampoo Wall-Mount Bowls Facial & Massage Beds
    Shampoo Chairs Spray Tan Machines & Equipment
    Shampoo Area Cabinetry & Storage Trolley, Carts, Trays
    Shampoo Bowl Hair Trap Multifunctional Skincare Machines
    Hair Color Bar Wax Warmer

    MANICURE & PEDICURE ACCESSORIES


    Pedicure Chair Stools & Task Chairs
    Pedicure Technician Stool Utility Carts
    Pedicure Technician Cart Utility Trays
    Manicure Table Salon Lighting
    Manicure Technician Chair Hair Vacuum
    Manicure Customer Chair Child Booster Seat/Bar
    Shampoo Towels
    BARBER EQUIPMENT
    Barber Chair
    Barber Station
    Barber Pole
    Hot Towel Warmer
    Sanitizer

    STEP 4: ESTABLISH CULTURE & HIRE EMPLOYEES


    Develop a mission statement & core values
    Create a list of all needed positions
    Create staff training plan
    Post jobs listings for employees
    Interview & hire employees
    Purchase employee welcome gift/and or apparel
    Schedule & train staff on salon processes

    STEP 5: Installing Equipment & Inspection


    Schedule delivery of salon equipment directly with carrier
    Schedule plumbing install
    Schedule furniture assembly & install
    Schedule electrical install
    Schedule inspection

    STEP 6: Get the Word Out


    Develop & launch website
    Develop a marketing strategy
    Create social media accounts
    Subscribe to industry magazines
    Join trade associations
    Post flyers in local businesses
    Reach out to local publications for grand opening announcement

    STEP 7: FINISHING TOUCHES


    Finalize your grand opening event & send out invitations
    Set open & close hours
    Set up retail displays
    Test all electrical outlets
    Clean, Clean, Clean!
    DON’T FORGET!
    Wall art
    Waste bins
    Cash register & safe
    Appointment books
    Cleaning products
    Bathroom supplies
    Outside door mats
    Magazines for customers
    Laundry supplies
    First aid kit
    Stationary, envelopes, stamps
    Pencils, pens
    Salon music system
    Flowers for grand opening

    STEP 8: OPENING DAY


    Open the Salon of your dreams!

    Need more advice?


    Call us at (866) 315-5319

    www.buyritebeauty.com
    @buyritebeauty

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