How to Start a House Cleaning Business

It's a task that most people dread, but if you've got a knack for cleaning, house cleaning could be a very lucrative business for you. It's a business that can be as big or as small as you'd like. You can take on as many clients as you'd like and you might clean their homes weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or on whatever schedule your client's need.

Even if you don't like cleaning, but can see the benefits of this business, you can position yourself as the manager and hire a team to do the cleaning. That way, you can focus on building the business, attending to client issues and let others do the dirty work.

What You Need to Get Started:

If you're doing the cleaning yourself, realize this is a physically demanding career...so good health and stamina are essential. You and your staff must also display professionalism, reliability and attention to detail goes a long way.

As far as equipment and supplies go, the needs vary. If you're casually picking up clients, you can likely use what your clients' have. However, if you're building a larger cleaning business, you will likely need to invest in your own equipment and bring cleaning supplies to your client's homes.

How Much to Charge:

Amounts may vary, but quality cleaning services can charge $20 / hour or more.  

What to Do Next:

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