How To Start A House Cleaning Business
House cleaning business is a perfect option for part time
workers, new entrepreneurs, and those people who were thinking
of a career change. Starting a house cleaning business is quite
easy and is less expensive with minimum operating cost, and
flexible working hours. However, most people who had dreamed
about starting a house cleaning business have been doubtful in
putting their plans into action. This is because these people
are so confused that they are thinking how to start the business
and how to find people who need their service. This article will
help you to successfully start your house cleaning business.
The first step in starting a house cleaning business is to
create your business plan and business policy. Find out a good
and catchy name for your business, which stands out from your
competitors. The next step is to apply for an insurance policy
for you house cleaning business. Many people think that this is
not so important, but insuring your business eases the minds of
your prospective clients and helps you to work freely with peace
of mind.
The next step is to apply for a copy of your police record and
background check. Hopefully, you won't have one. But you need to
apply for it so as to get an official copy stating "No Record".
You will find the application form at the Police Station, State
Trooper Barracks, or the City Hall, depending up on which State
you are residing. Just fill it and mail to the respective
office, within two weeks you will receive your form back with
official sealing. Take copies of the form; you can attach it
with your information packet while showing your clients.
Yes, information packet is very important, as it impresses your
client that your business is professional. Your information
packet must include a photocopy or print out of your policy and
procedures, references, a sample work order, and insurance
details. Remember to clearly mention the details of your working
policy. That is, how you operate your house cleaning business;
your working hours; are you ready to work on weekends; your
payment details (per job or per hour); how should you be paid
(by check, cash or money order); and simply anything you need to
tell about your job.
Your sample work order should explain details of how you provide
your housecleaning service. For example, how will you clean a
bedroom? You can provide information like this - sheets changed,
bedroom furniture dusted, carpets vacuumed, ceiling fan will be
dusted, and trinkets dusted. Also, in your sample work order
mention custom work orders can be created if your clients need
any extra work that is not explained in your work order.
The final step is making your business cards. While creating
your business card include your name and contact options only.
Don't put anything like "cheap" or "free estimates" on your
cards. You must present yourself as an individual offering
professional house cleaning services.
Go ahead, why waiting, start your house cleaning business today.